The Staff Selection Commission has announced that today, 7 October 2026, is the last date to apply for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. Candidates who have not yet submitted their forms must complete the application before 11:00 PM tonight.
Through SSC CHSL 2026, the Commission will fill approximately 2,536 tentative Group C vacancies — Lower Division Clerk / Junior Secretariat Assistant (LDC/JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and DEO Grade ‘A’ — in various Ministries and Departments of the Government of India. Applications are accepted online only, at the official website ssc.gov.in.
SSC CHSL 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Examination | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 |
| Posts | LDC/JSA, DEO, DEO Grade ‘A’ (Group C) |
| Total vacancies | ~2,536 (tentative) |
| Qualification | 12th pass (10+2) |
| Application mode | Online at ssc.gov.in |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 7 September 2026 |
| Online application start | 7 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 7 October 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last date for online fee payment | 8 October 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Application correction window | 14 – 16 October 2026 |
| Tier-I exam (CBT) | 30 November – 31 December 2026 (scheduled) |
Note that the application deadline and the fee-payment deadline are different. You must submit the form today; the fee can be paid online until tomorrow, 8 October, 11:00 PM.
Vacancy Details
SSC has announced around 2,536 tentative vacancies. The posts on offer are Lower Division Clerk / Junior Secretariat Assistant (Pay Level-2), Data Entry Operator (Pay Level-4 / Level-5) and Data Entry Operator Grade ‘A’ (Pay Level-4).
The vacancy figure is tentative. The final post-wise and category-wise break-up will be published on the SSC website under Candidate’s Corner. These are central government Group C posts carrying All India Service Liability.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen: Nil (no fee)
- Payment mode: online only — debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI
Age Limit and Eligibility
Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years of age as on the cut-off date specified in the official notification. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government rules.
The minimum educational qualification is 12th pass (10+2) from a recognized board. Any post-wise subject requirements are given in the official notification, so read it carefully before applying.
Selection Process
- Tier-I: Computer Based Examination
- Tier-II: Computer Based Examination
- Skill Test / Typing Test (where applicable for the post)
- Document Verification
How to Apply for SSC CHSL 2026
- Go to the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in, and complete a fresh One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new portal — the old ssc.nic.in OTR is not valid.
- Log in and open “Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination, 2026” under the live exams section.
- Fill in personal, educational and other details carefully.
- Capture a live photograph using your webcam or phone — pre-existing photos are not accepted — and upload a scanned signature in JPEG format (10–20 KB).
- Preview the form, submit it, and pay the fee online if applicable.
- Download and save the final application printout for future reference.
Do not wait for the last hour — the portal usually slows down on deadline day. Complete the form well before 11:00 PM today.
Important Links
FAQs
Q. What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 7 October 2026 (11:00 PM). The online fee can be paid until 8 October 2026 (11:00 PM).
Q. How many vacancies are there in SSC CHSL 2026?
Approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies for LDC/JSA, DEO and DEO Grade ‘A’ posts. The final break-up will be released separately by SSC.
Q. What is the qualification required for SSC CHSL 2026?
Candidates must have passed 12th (10+2) from a recognized board. Check the official notification for post-wise subject conditions.
Q. What is the age limit and application fee?
The age limit is 18–27 years (relaxation as per rules). The fee is ₹100; women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates pay no fee.
