SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 (SSC CHSL ભરતી 2026): The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has opened online applications for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) 10+2 Examination 2026 for about 2,536 posts of Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO). Candidates who have passed 10+2 (DEO needs Science with Mathematics) and are aged 18 to 27 years as on 01/08/2026 can apply. The registration last date is 07 October 2026 (11:00 PM) and the fee payment last date is 08 October 2026, so apply at once at ssc.gov.in. The selection is through Tier-I, Tier-II and a Skill/Typing Test.
The pay scale above is given in the old (pre-revised) form. Check the official notification PDF for the current pay level and allowances.
SSC CHSL 2026 Application Fee
Category
Fee
General / OBC / EWS
₹100/-
SC / ST / PH
Nil
All Female candidates
Nil
Mode of Payment
Credit card, debit card or net banking
SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2026 and Selection Process
Tier-I (Objective Type)
S.No.
Subject
Questions
Marks
1
English Language (Basic Knowledge)
25
50
2
General Intelligence
25
50
3
Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill)
25
50
4
General Awareness
25
50
Total
100
200
Duration is 60 minutes (80 minutes for visually handicapped candidates). Negative marking is 1/4th as per the details page; confirm in the official notification.
Tier-II (Descriptive)
A descriptive paper of 100 marks in pen-and-paper mode, 60 minutes (80 minutes for visually handicapped). Candidates write an essay, letter, application or précis in English or Hindi to test writing skills.
Tier-III (Skill Test / Typing Test)
Qualifying in nature. The final merit is decided on the total score in Tier-I and Tier-II.