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SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026

SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 | Apply Online for LDC, JSA & DEO Posts, 2,536 Vacancies

📝 SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026 for LDC, JSA, DEO & DEO Grade 'A' posts. Apply online from 7 September to 7 October 2026.

📢 Approx Vacancy: 2,536
📅 Apply: 07 Sept – 07 Oct 🎓 12th Pass Eligible 💰 Fee: ₹100
📋 Quick Overview
SSC CHSL 2026 Overview
Exam NameCombined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Exam 2026
Conducting AuthoritySSC
PostsLDC, JSA, DEO & DEO Grade 'A'
Job TypeCentral Government, Group C
Approx. Vacancies2,536
Application Start7 September 2026
Last Date7 October 2026 (11:00 PM)
Official Websitessc.gov.in
📆 Important Dates
EventDate
Notification / Application Start7 September 2026
Last Date to Apply Online7 October 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment8 October 2026
Correction Window14–16 October 2026
Tier-I ExamTo be notified
Tier-II ExamTo be notified
🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: 12th Standard or equivalent. For certain DEO posts, 12th Science with Mathematics required.

Age Limit: 18–27 years as on 1 August 2026. (Born between 2 Aug 1999 and 1 Aug 2008)

Age Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years, etc.

⚠️ Appearing candidates: Must possess qualification by 7 October 2026. Result "under processing" is not enough.
₹ Application Fee

Fee: ₹100

Exempted: Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen.

Payment via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, RuPay Debit Card.

📝 Exam Pattern (Tier-I)
SubjectQuestionsMarks
English Language2550
General Intelligence2550
Quantitative Aptitude2550
General Awareness2550
Total100200

Duration: 60 minutes (15 min per section). Negative marking: 0.50 per wrong answer.

📋 Selection Process

Tier-I: Qualifying, used for shortlisting. Minimum qualifying: UR 30%, OBC/EWS 25%, All Others 20%.

Tier-II: Final merit based on Tier-II performance. Includes Skill Test/Typing Test for applicable posts.

Post Preference: Final and irreversible once submitted.

💰 Posts & Pay Scale
PostPay LevelPay Scale
LDC / JSALevel-2₹19,900 – ₹63,200
DEOLevel-4₹25,500 – ₹81,100
DEOLevel-5₹29,200 – ₹92,300
DEO Grade 'A'Level-4₹25,500 – ₹81,100
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is SSC CHSL 2026?
SSC CHSL is a national-level recruitment examination for Group C posts such as LDC, JSA and DEO.
How many vacancies are available?
Approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies. Final vacancy position will be updated by SSC.
What qualification is required?
12th Standard or equivalent for most posts. Certain DEO posts require 12th Science with Mathematics.
What is the age limit?
18–27 years as on 1 August 2026, with applicable relaxation.
What is the application fee?
₹100. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen are exempted.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.50 marks deducted for every wrong answer in Tier-I.
Can I change my post preference later?
No. Once submitted, post/department preference is final and irreversible.