SSC Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level (CHSL) Examination 2026 & Revised Vacancy Notice
Post Date: 25/10/2026
Advt No: F.No. HQ-PPII01/2/2026-PP_II (SSC CHSL 2026)
Last Date to Apply: 30/11/2026
Notification Summary
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification and revised vacancy breakdown for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026 for recruitment to Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO / DEO Grade A) across Central Government Ministries and Departments.
📅 Important Dates
- Notification Released: 25/10/2026
- Online Application Start: 07/09/2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 30/11/2026
- Exam / Admit Card: Check official portal for schedule
💳 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/- (Payable online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Cards)
- SC / ST / PwD / Female: ₹0/- (Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from fee payment)
- Payment Mode: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI through Official Gateway
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy Details
| Total Vacancies | 2,536 Vacancies (LDC/JSA & DEO Cadres) |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 Years as on 01.08.2026 (Candidates born not before 02.08.1999 and not later than 01.08.2008; SC/ST: +5 Years, OBC: +3 Years) (Age relaxation applicable as per government norms) |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University. For DEO Grade A in specific departments, 12th pass in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject is required. |
How to Apply Online
- Review the complete official advertisement brochure to verify your educational eligibility and age requirements.
- Prepare scanned copies of your Matriculation (10th) mark sheet, identity proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID), passport photograph, and signature in accordance with board specifications.
- Visit the official recruiting website or authority link provided below.
- Complete one-time registration (OTR) or applicant login using valid mobile number and email.
- Fill in academic credentials, examination center preferences, and communication address accurately.
- Submit mandatory application fees via the secured payment gateway before the closing date: 30/11/2026.
- Download and print the final application confirmation receipt for your records and examination entry.
Official Board Portal & Direct Links
Verify official notification details directly on the government portal.