SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026
The Staff Selection Commission is gearing up to release the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) 2026 notification. This is the biggest Central Government job opportunity for 12th Pass candidates targeting posts like LDC, JSA, and DEO across various ministries.
📌 Quick Summary
Organization
SSC
Exam Name
CHSL (10+2) 2026
Expected Vacancy
4,500+ Posts
Eligibility
12th Pass
Age Limit
18 to 27 Years
Basic Pay
₹19,900 (Level 2)
💻 Clerical Posts (Level 2)
- ✔ Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
- ✔ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
⌨️ Data Entry Posts (Level 4/5)
- ✔ Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- ✔ DEO Grade 'A'
📅 Expected Dates (2026 Cycle)
| Official Notification: | April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply: | May 2026 |
| Tier 1 Exam (CBE): | July 2026 |
📈 Safe Score / Past Cutoff (Tier 1)
Target these scores out of 200 marks to qualify for Tier-2 typing tests:
General (UR)
153.91
OBC
152.26
EWS
151.09
SC
136.41
📝 Tier-1 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Subject (Parts) | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence (Reasoning) | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arith.) | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Total (60 Minutes) | 100 | 200 |
Negative Marking: 0.50 Marks for each wrong answer
📚 Syllabus Highlights
English: Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Antonyms, Spelling, Idioms & Phrases, One word substitution, Active/Passive Voice, Cloze Passage.
Maths: Number Systems, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Statistical Charts (Tables, Pie Charts).
Reasoning: Semantic Analogy, Symbolic operations, Venn Diagrams, Paper Folding, Figural Classification, Number Series.
📂 Documents Required for SSC OTR
- ✓ Aadhaar Card (Or other Govt ID)
- ✓ 10th Board Roll No. & Passing Year
- ✓ 12th Board Marksheet details
- ✓ Valid Mobile Number & Email
- ✓ LIVE Photo (captured via webcam/app) OR Scanned Recent Photo
- ✓ Scanned Signature (10KB - 20KB)
🚨 Avoid SSC Form Rejection
SSC has different sizing rules than Railways! Your photo must be exactly 20KB to 50KB without spectacles or caps. Use our verified tool.
SSC Photograph
20 KB - 50 KB
3.5 x 4.5 cm (No Glasses)
SSC Signature
10 KB - 20 KB
4.0 x 2.0 cm (Not Blurry)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I wear spectacles in the SSC CHSL photo?
STRICTLY NO. SSC will immediately reject your application if you are wearing spectacles, sunglasses, or a cap in the uploaded photograph.
Is a typing test required for all CHSL posts?
Yes, Tier-2 includes a mandatory Skill Test / Typing Test which is qualifying in nature for LDC, JSA, and DEO posts.
What is the SSC new OTR?
SSC has launched a new website (ssc.gov.in). All candidates must do a One Time Registration (OTR) again, even if they had an account on the old website.