The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is officially releasing the SSC CHSL 2026 Notification on April 30, 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill over 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, 2026
- Online Application Starts: April 30, 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: May 31, 2026
- Tier 1 Exam Date (CBT): July – September 2026
- Tier 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 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years
- Age 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 |