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SSC CHSL 2026 Online Form for 2,536 Posts
SSC CHSL 2026 ऑनलाइन फॉर्म, 2,536 पद
Overview
The Staff Selection Commission has invited online applications for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026 (CHSL), which recruits Lower Division Clerks and Junior Secretariat Assistants (Pay Level 2) and Data Entry Operators (Levels 4 and 5) for central ministries, departments and constitutional bodies. There are about 2,536 tentative vacancies. Applications opened on 7 September and close at 11:00 PM on 7 October 2026, with fee payment allowed until 11:00 PM on 8 October.
The age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 1 August 2026, meaning candidates born between 2 August 1999 and 1 August 2008, with the usual relaxations for reserved categories. The qualification is Class 12 from a recognised board. For DEO posts in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, the Staff Selection Commission and the Ministry of Culture, Class 12 must be in Science with Mathematics. The fee is Rs. 100, and women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible ex-servicemen pay nothing.
SSC's schedule notice of 1 October fixes Tier-I, a computer based objective test with 0.50 negative marking per wrong answer, from 30 November to 31 December 2026. Tier-II is held in two sessions on the same day and includes the skill or typing test.
Details
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Posted On | 7 Sept 2026 |
| Total Posts | 2,536 (tentative) |
| Qualification | 12th pass from a recognised Board; 12th with Science and Mathematics for DEO in certain departments |
| Age Limit | 18-27 years as on 01.08.2026 (born between 02.08.1999 and 01.08.2008) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 | No fee for Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen |
| Apply Start | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 October 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 08 October 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Tier-I Exam (CBE) | 30 November - 31 December 2026 |
Important highlights
- About 2,536 tentative vacancies for LDC/JSA and DEO
- LDC/JSA at Pay Level 2; DEO at Levels 4 and 5
- Age 18-27 years as on 01.08.2026
- Tier-I from 30 November to 31 December 2026, 0.50 negative marking
- Applications close at 11 PM on 7 October 2026
Selection process
- Tier-I: computer based objective test with 0.50 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Tier-II: computer based examination in two sessions on the same day, including the skill or typing test.
- Document verification and final allotment by merit and post preference.
How to apply
- Complete One-Time Registration on ssc.gov.in if you have not done so.
- Log in and fill the CHSL 2026 application, choosing your post preferences carefully, as allotment follows merit and preference.
- Pay the Rs. 100 fee by 11 PM on 8 October 2026 unless you are exempt.
- Submit before 11 PM on 7 October 2026 and keep a copy of the application.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2026?
11:00 PM on 7 October 2026. Fee payment is allowed until 11:00 PM on 8 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in SSC CHSL 2026?
About 2,536 tentative vacancies. Final vacancies are published later on the SSC website.
What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2026?
18 to 27 years as on 1 August 2026, that is born between 2 August 1999 and 1 August 2008, with relaxation for reserved categories.
When is the SSC CHSL 2026 Tier-I exam?
From 30 November to 31 December 2026, as per SSC's notice of 1 October 2026.
Disclaimer: Verify eligibility, dates, and fees on the official notification before applying. This page is for information only.