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SSC CHSL LDC/JSA/DEO Recruitment 2026 (2,536 Posts)

The Staff Selection Commission has announced the Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2026 for approximately 2,536 Group C posts in LDC, JSA and DEO positions. Applications are accepted online from 7 September to 7 October 2026, with a ₹100 fee for most candidates.

Recruiting body
SSC CHSL
Vacancies
Part of ~2,536 tentative pool | Part of ~2,536 tentative pool | Part of ~2,536 tentative pool
Qualification
Graduate
Location
All India
Last date
07 Oct 2026
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Important dates

Last date to apply
07 Oct 2026

Full notification details

SSC CHSL has opened the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026 for about 2,536 Group C posts in Lower Division Clerk, Junior Secretariat Assistant and Data Entry Operator positions across all ministries and departments.

Vacancies

Approx. 2,536 tentative posts – mainly LDC/JSA, with a smaller number of DEO and DEO Grade A seats.

Eligibility

  • Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board.
  • Science with Mathematics for DEO/DEO Grade A seats in specified ministries.
  • Age 18–27 years (with relaxations for SC/ST, PwBD, women, ex‑servicemen and central government employees).

Important Dates

  • Application window: 7 September 2026 – 7 October 2026 (11:00 PM).
  • Fee payment deadline: 8 October 2026 (11:00 PM).
  • Application correction: 14 October 2026 – 16 October 2026 (11:00 PM).

Application Fee

₹100 for most candidates; fee exemption for women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible ex‑servicemen.

Selection Process

  • Tier‑I Computer‑Based Test
  • Tier‑II Computer‑Based Test
  • Typing/DEST skill test
  • Document verification

How to apply

  1. Visit ssc.gov.in and register for the 2026 CHSL exam.
  2. Fill in the online application form and upload required documents.
  3. Pay the application fee (or claim exemption).
  4. Submit the application before 7 October 2026 11:00 PM.

Important notes

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