The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has invited online applications for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. Around 2,536 tentative vacancies are available for Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO) posts. Eligible 12th-pass candidates can apply online from 07 September 2026 to 07 October 2026 (11:00 PM).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 07-09-2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 07-10-2026 (upto 11:00 PM) |
| Last date to pay exam fee | 08-10-2026 |
| Application correction window | 14-10-2026 to 16-10-2026 |
| Tier-I exam | To be notified |
| Tier-II exam | To be notified |
Vacancy Details
SSC has announced about 2,536 tentative Group C posts in various Ministries, Departments and Offices of the Government of India. Final post-wise and category-wise vacancies will be updated later on the SSC website.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| LDC / JSA / DEO | 2536 | 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognised board in India |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| All female candidates | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
Pay the fee online through debit card, credit card, net banking or e-challan.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years as on 01 August 2026. They should have been born between 02 August 1999 and 01 August 2008. Age relaxation applies as per Government of India rules.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination from any recognised board in India. Candidates appearing in Class 12 may apply, but they must obtain the required qualification by the last date of application, 07 October 2026.
Salary and Benefits
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| LDC / JSA | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – 63,200 (entry pay ₹19,900) |
| DEO (Grade A) | Level 4 | ₹25,500 – 81,100 (entry pay ₹25,500) |
| DEO (C&AG) | Level 5 | ₹29,200 – 92,300 (entry pay ₹29,200) |
Selected candidates also get DA, HRA, CGHS medical cover, travel allowance, NPS pension and group insurance. These are permanent central government posts with promotion through seniority or departmental exams.
Selection Process
SSC will select candidates through the following stages:
- Tier-I: Computer Based Examination (qualifying)
- Tier-II: Computer Based Examination plus Skill Test / Typing Test
- Document Verification
Tier-I has 100 questions for 200 marks in 60 minutes. There is negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer. Tier-II decides the merit. LDC/JSA candidates take a typing test (English 35 WPM or Hindi 30 WPM). DEO candidates take a skill test.
How to Apply Online
Apply only on the official SSC website. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on ssc.gov.in if you have not already done so. Old OTR from ssc.nic.in will not work.
- Visit the official website https://ssc.gov.in/.
- Complete Aadhaar-based One-Time Registration, or use an alternative photo ID if you do not have Aadhaar.
- Log in with your Registration ID and password.
- Open the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 and click Apply.
- Fill the form, choose exam centres, and capture a live photograph as asked by the portal.
- Upload a clear scanned signature and pay the fee if it applies to you.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
Keep these items ready before you start:
- Active mobile number and email ID
- Aadhaar or another valid photo ID
- Class 10 details for OTR (name and date of birth)
- Class 12 mark sheet or certificate
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Scanned signature in JPEG format
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Apply well before 07 October 2026, check every detail on the form, and keep a copy of your confirmation page for future stages.
