The Staff Selection Commission (SSC CHSL) has released the SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination. A total of 2,536 vacancies have been announced for various posts including Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and Data Entry Operator Grade ‘A’. Candidates who have passed 12th Standard from a recognized Board can apply for these central government job opportunities. The recruitment offers candidates an opportunity to secure various posts under central government departments across India.
The online application process for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 has started from 07 September 2026 and eligible candidates can submit their applications until 07 October 2026. The selection process consists of Tier-I and Tier-II Computer Based Examinations, followed by Skill Test/Typing Test and Certificate Verification wherever applicable. Candidates from Tamil Nadu can choose examination centres including Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Salem, Tiruchirappalli, Tirunelveli, Vellore and Krishnagiri.

| SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 – Highlights:- |
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,536 Posts |
| Qualification | 12th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 Years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 07 October 2026 |
| SSC CHSL Vacancy Details:- |
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Data Entry Operator Grade ‘A’
- Total Vacancies: 2,536
Salary:
- LDC / JSA : ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month
- Data Entry Operator (DEO) : ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month
- Data Entry Operator (DEO) : ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 per month
- Data Entry Operator Grade ‘A’ : ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month
| SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria:- |
Educational Qualification:
- LDC / JSA : Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
- Data Entry Operator (DEO) : Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University. For DEO posts in the specified departments, candidates must have passed 12th Standard in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject.
- Data Entry Operator Grade ‘A’ : Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board. For the specified posts, candidates must have passed 12th Standard in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject.
Age Limit:
- Age Limit: 18 to 27 years
- Candidates must have been born not before 02 August 1999 and not later than 01 August 2008.
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years age relaxation
- OBC (NCL) candidates: 3 years age relaxation
- PwBD (UR) candidates: 10 years age relaxation
- PwBD (OBC) candidates: 13 years age relaxation
- PwBD (SC/ST) candidates: 15 years age relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen candidates: As per Government rules
| Selection Process:- |
SSC CHSL May Follow the Certain Process to Select the Candidates.
- Tier-I Computer Based Examination
- Tier-II Computer Based Examination
- Skill Test / Typing Test
- Certificate Verification
Application Fee:
- Female / SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD Candidates : No Fee
- Other Candidates : ₹100
| Important Dates:- |
- Application Start Date: 07 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 07 October 2026
| Apply Now – Direct Link:- |
- Click below to apply for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026
| Description | Link |
| SSC CHSL Official Notification | Notification PDF |
| SSC CHSL Online Application Form | Online Application Form |
| SSC CHSL Official Website | Official Website |
| How to Apply for SSC CHSL 2026:- |
- Visit the official Staff Selection Commission website at ssc.gov.in.
- Complete the registration process using your required personal and contact details.
- Select the SSC CHSL 2026 examination from the available recruitment options.
- Fill in your personal, educational and other required details carefully.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required documents as per the instructions.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment method.
- Verify all the details entered in the application form and submit the application.
- Download and save the final submitted application form for future reference.
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