SSC CHSL 10+2 Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2536 LDC, JSA & DEO Posts | Last Date 07-10-2026

About the Notification:

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 for recruitment to Group ‘C’ posts of Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’) in various Ministries, Departments, Offices of the Government of India and Constitutional / Statutory Bodies / Tribunals. A total of 2,536 vacancies have been announced, offering a major opportunity for 10th and 12th pass candidates.

The SSC CHSL 2026 online application process began on 07 September 2026, and the last date to apply is 07 October 2026 (23:00 Hours). On this page, 10+2 pass job aspirants can find all important details of SSC CHSL Vacancy 2026, including the official notification and application li

Key Details:

• Organization: SSC CHSL 10+2

• Total Vacancies: 2,536

• Educational Qualification: Medical

• Age Limit: 18 to 27 Years (as on 01.08.2026)

• Application Fee: ₹100 (Others) | Nil (Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM)

• Salary / Stipend: ₹2,026 per month

• Selection Process: Tier-I CBT + Tier-II CBT + Skill / Typing Test + DV / Medical

• Apply Mode: Online

• Job Location: All India

Important Dates:

• Last Date to Apply: 2026-10-07

• Exam / Interview Date: To be announced

• Application Start Date: 2026-10-07

Full Notification Details:

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 for recruitment to Group ‘C’ posts of Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’) in various Ministries, Departments, Offices of the Government of India and Constitutional / Statutory Bodies / Tribunals. A total of 2,536 vacancies have been announced, offering a major opportunity for 10th and 12th pass candidates.

The SSC CHSL 2026 online application process began on 07 September 2026, and the last date to apply is 07 October 2026 (23:00 Hours). On this page, 10+2 pass job aspirants can find all important details of SSC CHSL Vacancy 2026, including the official notification and application link.

SSC CHSL 10+2 Recruitment 2026 (LDC / JSA / DEO)

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Exam Name

SSC Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026

Post Name

LDC / JSA and DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’

Total Vacancies

2,536

Age Limit

18 to 27 Years (as on 01.08.2026)

Salary

Level-2 to Level-5 (₹19,900 – ₹92,300)

Educational Qualification

12th Pass (Science with Maths for specified DEO posts)

Application Fee

₹100 (Others) | Nil (Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM)

Selection Process

Tier-I CBT + Tier-II CBT + Skill / Typing Test + DV / Medical

Job Location

All India (various Central Govt. offices)

Last Date

07 October 2026 (23:00 Hours)

SSC CHSL 2026 Detailed Notification Pdf

✅ SSC CHSL Salary 2026:

LDC / JSA: Pay Level-2 – ₹19,900 – ₹63,200

Data Entry Operator (DEO): Pay Level-4 – ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 and Pay Level-5 – ₹29,200 – ₹92,300

Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’: Pay Level-4 – ₹25,500 – ₹81,100

In-hand salary varies as per posting city after including DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits.

✅ SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:

Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India (or as specified in the official notice for other eligible categories).

Educational Qualification (as on 07.10.2026): LDC / JSA and DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ (except specified DEO posts): 12th Standard pass or equivalent from a recognized Board or University. DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Staff Selection Commission and Ministry of Culture: 12th Standard pass in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent.

Candidates who have appeared in 12th Standard / equivalent exam may also apply, but they must possess the essential qualification on or before 07.10.2026.

Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026): 18 to 27 years. Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.08.1999 and not later than 01.08.2008.

Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwBD – 10 years, PwBD (OBC) – 13 years, PwBD (SC/ST) – 15 years, and other categories as per Government of India / SSC rules.

✅ SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:

Tier-I: Computer Based Examination

Tier-II: Computer Based Examination

Skill Test / Typing Test

Document Verification

Medical Examination

Final selection will be based on performance in Tier-II (and qualifying Skill / Typing Test), subject to document verification and medical fitness.

✅ SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2026:

Tier-I Examination (CBT)

Subject

No. of Questions

Marks

Duration

English Language

25

50

60 Minutes

General Intelligence

25

50

Quantitative Aptitude

25

50

General Awareness

25

50

Total

100

200

01 Hour

Negative Marking in Tier-I: 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question for each wrong answer. Exam Mode: Online (CBT).

Tier-II Examination (CBT)

Session

Section

Subject

Questions

Marks / Time

Session-I(2 Hours 15 Minutes)

Section-1

Mathematical Abilities

30

90

Reasoning and General Intelligence

30

90(01 Hour for Section-1)

Section-2

English Language and Comprehension

40

120

General Awareness

20

60(01 Hour for Section-2)

Section-3

Computer Knowledge Module

15

45(15 Minutes)

Session-II

Section-4

Part A – Skill Test for DEOs

—

15 Minutes

Part B – Typing Test for LDC / JSA

—

10 Minutes

✅ SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:

General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100/-

Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM (eligible for reservation): Nil

Payment Mode: Online only through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa / MasterCard / Maestro / RuPay Debit Cards

Last date for online fee payment: 08.10.2026 (23:00 Hours)

✅ Important Dates:

Event

Schedule

Dates for submission of online applications

07.09.2026 to 07.10.2026

Last date and time for receipt of online applications

07.10.2026 (23:00 Hours)

Last date and time for making online fee payment

08.10.2026 (23:00 Hours)

Window for Application Form Correction & payment of Correction Charges

14.10.2026 to 16.10.2026 (23:00 Hours)

Tier-I (Computer Based Examination)

To be notified later

Tier-II (Computer Based Examination)

To be notified later

✅ Important Links:

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✅ How to Apply for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026:

Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE ONLY through the official SSC website. No other mode of application will be accepted.

➢ Step 1: Visit the official website https://ssc.gov.in.

➢ Step 2: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.

➢ Step 3: Login and click on the link for Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026.

➢ Step 4: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational and exam-centre details.

➢ Step 5: Upload photograph, signature and other required documents as per SSC specifications.

➢ Step 6: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) through UPI / Net Banking / Debit Card.

➢ Step 7: Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.

✅ FAQs:

What is the total number of vacancies in SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?

A total of 2,536 LDC / JSA and DEO posts have been announced (tentative).

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

The last date to submit the online application is 07 October 2026 (23:00 Hours). Fee can be paid till 08 October 2026 (23:00 Hours).

What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2026?

Candidates must be between 18 to 27 years as on 01.08.2026 (born not earlier than 02.08.1999 and not later than 01.08.2008). Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

What is the educational qualification required for SSC CHSL 2026?

12th Standard pass or equivalent. For specified DEO posts in some departments, 12th pass in Science stream with Mathematics is required. Qualification must be possessed on or before 07.10.2026.

What is the selection process for SSC CHSL 2026?

Tier-I CBT → Tier-II CBT → Skill Test / Typing Test → Document Verification / Medical Examination.

What is the application fee for SSC CHSL 2026?

₹100 for male candidates of General / OBC / EWS categories. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible ESM candidates are exempted from fee.

How to apply for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must apply online only through the official SSC website between 07 September 2026 and 07 October 2026.

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