SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: 2,536 Vacancies for LDC, JSA & DEO Posts

The Staff Selection Commission has officially released the SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 notification, and it’s a solid opportunity for 12th-pass and graduate candidates chasing a Central Government job. The Commission has announced approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies for Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO) posts across various Ministries, Departments, and Offices of the Government of India. If clerical or data entry work in a government office sounds like the stable career you’ve been after, this is worth your full attention. Applications are open from September 7, 2026, to October 7, 2026, on the official SSC website. Here’s everything you need to know — eligibility, salary, exam pattern, and a step-by-step guide to apply correctly.

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SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

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Important Dates for SSC CHSL 2026

Don’t lose track of these dates — a missed deadline is the most common (and most avoidable) reason candidates get left out.

⚠️ Don’t wait for the last day. SSC’s servers tend to slow down as the deadline approaches, and a failed submission on October 7 could cost you the entire cycle. Aim to finish at least a week early.

SSC CHSL Vacancy Details 2026

The 2,536 tentative vacancies are spread across three post categories:

These numbers are tentative. The Commission will publish the final, post-wise and category-wise vacancy breakup on its website once the User Departments complete document scrutiny.

SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational Qualification (as on October 7, 2026)

• LDC/JSA: 12th Standard (or equivalent) from a recognised Board or University.
• DEO/DEO Grade ‘A’: 12th Standard (or equivalent) from a recognised Board or University.
• DEO/DEO Grade ‘A’ in specific departments (Para 8.1 of the notification): 12th Standard pass in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject.

✅ Candidates who’ve already appeared for their 12th board exam can apply too, as long as they hold the qualification by the cut-off date.

Age Limit (as on August 1, 2026)

Candidates must be 18 to 27 years old — born between 02 August 1999 and 01 August 2008.

SSC CHSL Application Fee 2026

The fee can be paid through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Card. Note that once paid, the fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

SSC CHSL Salary 2026

This is usually the first thing candidates want to know, so here are the real numbers.

Your actual in-hand salary will be higher than the basic pay once Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA) are added, and it varies depending on your posting city (X/Y/Z classification). If you want to work out your full salary once DA rates change, our 8th CPC salary calculator can help you estimate it.

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2026

Selection happens over two tiers:

1. Tier-I – Computer Based Examination (CBE): Objective-type questions covering English Language, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness — 25 questions (50 marks) each, 60 minutes total, with a 15-minute sectional timer per subject. Negative marking of 0.50 marks applies for each wrong answer.
2. Tier-II – Computer Based Examination (CBE) + Skill/Typing Test:
   • Session-I (2 hours 15 minutes): Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning & General Intelligence, English Language & Comprehension, General Awareness, and a Computer Knowledge Test.
   • Session-II: A Skill Test for DEO posts, or a Typing Test for LDC/JSA posts (35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi).

Negative marking of 1 mark per wrong answer applies to Sections I, II, and III of Tier-II. The Computer Knowledge Test and the Skill/Typing Test are qualifying in nature — your final merit is decided by your combined score in Sections I and II of Tier-II.

How to Apply for SSC CHSL 2026

1. Visit the official SSC website — ssc.gov.in — or use the mySSC mobile app.
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new website if you haven’t already, filling in your personal details, educational qualifications, and required documents.
3. Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
4. Click “Apply” against the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026.
5. Fill in the detailed application form with your personal, educational, and category information.
6. Capture a live photograph through the application module — pre-existing photographs aren’t accepted.
7. Upload your scanned signature in JPEG format (10 to 20 KB).
8. Pay the application fee via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Card, unless you’re exempted.
9. Preview your complete application, verify every detail, and submit. Keep a printout of the final form for your records.

💡 Pro Tip: Get your live photograph setup and a clean scanned signature ready before you sit down to apply — it saves you from rushing midway through the form.

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SSC CHSL 2026 Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

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Summing Up…

With 2,536 vacancies, a manageable eligibility bar of 12th pass, and the long-term security that comes with a Central Government post, SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 is exactly the kind of opportunity worth acting on early. Complete your One-Time Registration now if you haven’t already, gather your documents, and submit your application well before October 7, 2026. Once you’re in, start your Tier-I preparation early — the sectional timer in the exam rewards candidates who’ve practiced under real time pressure. Stay tuned to Govtserviceinfo.com for the Tier-I exam date, admit card release, and everything else related to this recruitment.

Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Govtserviceinfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from ssc.gov.in. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.