The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is officially releasing the SSC CHSL 2026 Notification on April 30, 2026 .3,000 vacancies (tentative) for prestigious Group C posts, including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) across various central government ministries.
If you have completed your 12th standard and are looking for a stable government career, this is one of the biggest opportunities of the year.
SSC CHSL 2026 Recruitment Overview
Feature Details Exam Name Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) 2026 Organization Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Total Vacancies 3,000+ (Expected) Education Qualification 12th Pass (10+2) Selection Process Tier 1 (CBT) & Tier 2 (CBT + Typing) Official Website ssc.gov.in
Important Dates: SSC CHSL 2026
Stay ahead of the schedule by marking these key dates in your calendar:
Notification Release Date: April 30, 2026Online Application Starts: April 30, 2026Last Date to Apply Online: May 31, 2026Tier 1 Exam Date (CBT): July – September 2026Tier 2 Exam Date: To be announced (TBA)
SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria 2026
Before applying, ensure you meet the following requirements set by the commission:
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board or university.
For DEO (Grade A) in C&AG: Science stream with Mathematics as a subject is mandatory.
2. Age Limit (As of 01-01-2026)
Minimum Age: 18 YearsMaximum Age: 27 YearsAge Relaxation: * OBC: 3 Years (Up to 30 years)
SC/ST: 5 Years (Up to 32 years)PwBD: 10–15 Years
How to Apply Online for SSC CHSL 2026
Follow these steps to complete your registration on the new SSC portal:
OTR (One-Time Registration): Visit ssc.gov.in and complete your OTR if you haven’t already. You will need an active mobile number and email ID.Login: Use your Registration Number and Password to log in.Find CHSL 2026: Under the “Latest Notifications” tab, click on “Apply” for the CHSL Exam 2026.Fill Application: Enter your exam center preferences and educational details.Upload Documents: Upload a live photograph (using a webcam or mobile camera) and a scanned signature (10-20 KB).Fee Payment: Pay the application fee of ₹100 (exempt for Women, SC, ST, and PwBD).Submit: Review your details carefully and submit the form.
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Pattern
The Tier 1 exam is a qualifying computer-based test consisting of 100 questions.
Subject Questions Marks Duration English Language 25 50 60 Minutes General Intelligence 25 50 (80 Mins for Scribes) Quantitative Aptitude 25 50 General Awareness 25 50 Total 100 200
