Approximately 2536 tentative vacancies have been announced for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. The final vacancies, along with post-wise and category-wise details, will be determined and made available on the SSC website in due course.

For Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), the pay scale is Pay Level-2 (Rs. 19,900-63,200). For Data Entry Operator (DEO), the pay scales are Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) and Level-5 (Rs. 29,200-92,300). Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’ falls under Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500-81,100).

The selection process for SSC CHSL 2026 involves a Computer Based Examination (CBE) conducted in two tiers: Tier-I and Tier-II. Candidates must qualify in both tiers. Tier-II includes a Computer Knowledge Test and a Skill Test/Typing Test, both of which are qualifying in nature. This is followed by Document Verification by the respective User Departments/Ministries/Organizations. For specific posts like LDC in the Border Roads Organization (BRO), a Physical Efficiency Test and Medical Standards check are also required.

The Tier-I examination is a Computer Based Test consisting of 100 objective type questions for a total of 200 marks, to be completed in 60 minutes. It comprises four sections: English Language (Basic Knowledge), General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill), and General Awareness, each having 25 questions worth 50 marks. Each section has a sectional timer of 15 minutes.

The Tier-II examination is a Computer Based Test conducted in two sessions. Session-I includes Section-I (Mathematical Abilities & Reasoning and General Intelligence), Section-II (English Language & Comprehension & General Awareness), and Section-III (Computer Knowledge Test). Session-II includes Section-IV (Skill Test/Typing Test). Section-III and Section-IV are qualifying in nature. There is a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I, Section-II, and Section-III.

Yes, there will be a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I, Section-II, and Section-III of the Tier-II examination. Candidates are advised to keep this in mind while answering the questions.

Candidates must be between 18-27 years of age as on 01-08-2026. This means candidates born not before 02-08-1999 and not later than 01-08-2008 are eligible to apply. Permissible age relaxations are applicable for various categories such as SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Central Government Civilian Employees, as per government rules.

Physical Standards, Physical Efficiency Tests (PET), and Medical Standards are specifically required for the post of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) in the Border Roads Organization (BRO). For this particular post, candidates must pass a One Mile Run within 10 minutes. Detailed region-wise physical standards for height, chest, and weight are referred to in Schedule-II of the notification, but not explicitly provided in the main text.

Candidates must apply online through the new SSC website (https://ssc.gov.in) or the my SSC mobile application. It is mandatory to complete a One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new website if not already done. The application process includes capturing a live photograph using the application module, following specific instructions for lighting and background. Opting for Aadhaar Based Authentication during OTR is also advised.