SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,536 LDC, JSA & DEO Posts
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | Approximately 2,536 |
| Qualification | 12th Standard |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years |
| Last Date | 07 October 2026 |
| Salary | ₹19,900 – ₹92,300 depending on post/pay level |
he Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 notification for recruitment to various posts including Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and Data Entry Operator Grade ‘A’.
According to the recruitment details, approximately 2,536 vacancies are available across India. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SSC website. The recruitment is for Central Government posts, and the selection will be conducted through the SSC CHSL examination process.
The source lists approximately 2,536 vacancies and identifies the recruitment as a Central Government direct recruitment opportunity.
Important Dates
Candidates should take note of the important dates associated with SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026:
- Online Application Starts:Â 07 September 2026
- Online Application Last Date:Â 01 October 2026
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment:Â 08 October 2026
- Application Form Correction Window:Â 14 October 2026 to 16 October 2026
The source contains both a general application deadline of 07 October 2026 in the highlights and a detailed deadline of 01 October 2026 in the important-dates section. Candidates should therefore verify the applicable deadline in the official SSC notification before submitting an application.
Vacancy Details
The SSC CHSL 2026 recruitment includes vacancies for:
- Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Data Entry Operator Grade ‘A’
The total number of vacancies is approximately 2,536. The post-wise and category-wise vacancy breakup is described in the source as tentative/not yet released.
SSC CHSL Salary 2026
The salary varies according to the post and applicable pay level.
LDC / JSA
- Pay Level-2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Pay Level-4: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
- Pay Level-5: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
Data Entry Operator Grade ‘A’
- Pay Level-4: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Age Limit
The age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 01 August 2026.
According to the provided recruitment details, candidates should have been born between 02 August 1999 and 01 August 2008.
Age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved categories as per the prescribed rules:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD (Unreserved): 10 years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
Educational Qualification
For DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ in specified Ministries
For Data Entry Operator / DEO Grade ‘A’ posts in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution and Ministry of Culture, candidates must have passed 12th Standard in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent.
For LDC / JSA and other DEO posts
Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
Application Fee
The application fee details provided are:
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
- SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/Female:Â Fee exempted
- First application correction: ₹200
- Second application correction: ₹500
The examination fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking.
SSC CHSL Selection Process
The selection process consists of multiple stages, including the Tier-I and Tier-II examinations.
Tier-I Examination
Tier-I is a Computer-Based Examination consisting of objective multiple-choice questions from four sections:
- English Language
- General Intelligence
- Quantitative Aptitude
- General Awareness
The source specifies 100 questions carrying 200 marks, with a duration of 60 minutes. There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
Tier-II Examination
Tier-II is a Computer-Based Examination and Skill/Typing Test conducted in two sessions on the same day.
Session-I includes:
- Section-I: Mathematical Abilities & Reasoning
- Section-II: English & General Awareness
- Section-III: Computer Knowledge Test – Qualifying
Session-II includes:
- Section-IV: Skill Test for DEO / Typing Test for LDC/JSA – Qualifying
The source states that 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer in Sections I, II and III of Tier-II.
How to Apply for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following these steps:
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Find the SSC CHSL 2026 recruitment notification.
- Download and carefully read the official notification.
- Check the eligibility requirements before applying.
- Open the online application/registration link.
- Enter all required personal and educational details correctly.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Verify all information before submitting the application.
- Pay the applicable examination fee, if required.
- Submit the application form.
- Download or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
Official SSC Notification:
Download Official Notification
Apply Online:
SSC Online Application Portal
Conclusion
The SSC CHSL Recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity to candidates seeking Central Government jobs in posts such as LDC, JSA and DEO. With approximately 2,536 vacancies, eligible candidates should carefully check the official notification, educational qualification, age limit, fee requirements and examination pattern before applying.
Candidates are advised to rely on the official SSC notification and portal for the final application deadline and recruitment updates, particularly because the provided source contains different dates for the application closing date.