SSCAll IndiaChecked 19 Jul 2026

SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) 2026 – LDC/JSA, PA/SA, DEO Recruitment 2026

SSC CHSL 2026 Combined Higher Secondary Level examination for 3,712 posts of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant (PA) / Sorting Assistant (SA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) across central government ministries, departments, and offices. A flagship SSC exam for 12th-pass candidates seeking central government clerical employment.

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Recruitment Summary

Organization
SSC
Post Name
Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) 2026 – LDC/JSA, PA/SA, DEO
Total Vacancies
3,712
Qualification
12th Pass (Higher Secondary) from a recognised board
Last Date
28-07-2026
Location
All India
Age Limit
18 to 27 years for most posts. Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
Salary / Pay
Pay Level 2–4 (Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 25,500). CTC approximately Rs. 3–4.5 lakh per annum. PA/SA and DEO at Pay Level 4.
Application Fee
Rs. 100 for eligible candidates. Nil for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.

Vacancy Details

PostVacancies
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / JSA~1,800
Postal Assistant (PA) / Sorting Assistant (SA)~1,400
Data Entry Operator (DEO)~512

Exam / Selection Pattern

  • Tier I: English Language (25 Qs, 50 marks), General Intelligence (25 Qs, 50 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (25 Qs, 50 marks), General Awareness (25 Qs, 50 marks). Total 200 marks, 60 minutes.
  • Tier I: Negative marking 0.50 marks per wrong answer.
  • Tier II: Mathematical Abilities (30 Qs, 90 marks), Reasoning (30 Qs, 90 marks), English (45 Qs, 135 marks), General Awareness (25 Qs, 75 marks), Computer Knowledge (20 Qs, 60 marks). Total 450 marks. Negative marking 1 mark per wrong.
  • Tier II Skill Test: DEST (8,000 key depressions/hour for DEO) or Typing Test (35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi for LDC/PA/SA) — qualifying only.

Selection Process

  1. 1Tier I: Objective CBE (qualifying for Tier II)
  2. 2Tier II: Objective CBE + Skill Test (merit-based)
  3. 3Document Verification

How to Apply

  1. 1.Visit ssc.gov.in and complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
  2. 2.Log in and open the CHSL 2026 application link.
  3. 3.Fill post preferences, exam city, and upload photo/signature.
  4. 4.Pay the fee online and submit before 28 July 2026.

Important Notes

  • Tier I score is qualifying only; final merit is determined solely by Tier II.
  • Typing/DEST speed test is qualifying — practise early to avoid disqualification after clearing the written exam.