SSC CHSL 2026 Recruitment – 2536 Posts

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 .

The recruitment is being conducted for various Group 'C' posts including Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and DEO Grade 'A' .

SSC has announced approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies. The vacancy figure is provisional and may be revised by the Commission.

The online application process started on 07 September 2026 and eligible candidates can apply online up to 07 October 2026 at 11:00 PM.

SSC CHSL 2026 Online Form is currently open.

The last date for submitting the online application is 07 October 2026 at 11:00 PM .

The last date for online fee payment is 08 October 2026 at 11:00 PM .

The application correction window will be available from 14 October 2026 to 16 October 2026 .

Tier-I and Tier-II examination dates will be notified separately by the Staff Selection Commission.

SSC has announced approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies for CHSL 2026.

Note: The vacancy figure is tentative and may be revised by SSC. Final and category-wise vacancies will be updated by the Commission separately.

• Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)
• Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
• Data Entry Operator (DEO)
• Data Entry Operator Grade 'A'

Candidates applying for SSC CHSL 2026 should have passed 12th Standard / Higher Secondary or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.

For DEO / DEO Grade 'A' posts in certain specified departments, candidates are required to have passed 12th Standard in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject .

The specified DEO posts include requirements for departments / organizations mentioned in the official SSC notification.

Candidates appearing in their 12th examination may also apply, provided they possess the required qualification by the prescribed cut-off date.

The prescribed age limit for SSC CHSL 2026 is:

18 to 27 Years

The age will be reckoned as on 01 August 2026 .

Candidates born before 02 August 1999 and after 01 August 2008 are generally not eligible, subject to the detailed provisions of the official notification.

Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved and other categories according to Government rules.

The fee can be paid through the payment methods permitted by SSC, including BHIM UPI, Net Banking and eligible debit cards.

1. Tier-I Computer Based Examination
2. Tier-II Computer Based Examination
3. Skill Test / Typing Test, wherever applicable
4. Document Verification
5. Final Allocation / Selection

Tier-I is an objective-type computer-based examination. There is negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.

Tier-II is conducted in two sessions on the same day as prescribed by SSC.

The examination includes objective sections covering Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning and General Intelligence, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness and Computer Knowledge .

The second session includes the applicable Skill Test / Typing Test .

Candidates should check the official SSC notification for the detailed Tier-II structure and qualifying requirements.

1. Visit the official SSC website.
2. Complete the required One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC website if you do not already have a valid OTR there.
3. Login to your SSC account.
4. Open the SSC CHSL 2026 application link.
5. Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
6. Select post preferences carefully as per the official instructions.
7. Upload / complete the required photograph and other authentication requirements.
8. Pay the applicable application fee.
9. Submit the application before 07 October 2026 at 11:00 PM .
10. Save a copy of the submitted application and payment status for future reference.

Q1. How many vacancies are announced for SSC CHSL 2026?

Approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies have been announced. The final vacancy figure may be revised by SSC.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2026?

The last date for submitting the online application is 07 October 2026 at 11:00 PM .

Q3. What is the last date for fee payment?

Online fee payment can be made up to 08 October 2026 at 11:00 PM .

Q4. What is the educational qualification?

Candidates should generally have passed 12th Standard or equivalent. Certain DEO posts require 12th Science with Mathematics.

Q5. What is the age limit?

The prescribed age limit is generally 18 to 27 years as on 01 August 2026, subject to applicable relaxations.

Q6. What is the application fee?

The application fee is ₹100 for candidates required to pay it. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted as per the official notification.

Q7. When will SSC CHSL Tier-I exam be conducted?

The Tier-I examination schedule has not yet been notified by SSC.

The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official SSC CHSL 2026 notification before applying. The vacancy figure is tentative and may be revised by SSC. Post-wise eligibility, vacancy, reservation, examination pattern, skill requirements and other conditions are subject to the official notification and subsequent SSC updates. The official SSC website shall be treated as the final authority.