Q2. What is the application fee for this recruitment?

The prescribed application fee is: General / OBC / EWS : Rs. 100/-; SC / ST / Female / PwD / Ex-Servicemen : Rs. 0/-; Correction Charges : Rs. 200/- (First Time), Rs. 500/- (Second Time); Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, UPI, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.. The application fee can be paid online using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

Q3. What is the age limit and relaxation criteria for Recruitment Authority?

The prescribed age limit is: Minimum Age : 18 Years; Maximum Age : 27 Years; Age Relaxation: Extra as per SSC regulations (OBC: 3 Years, SC/ST: 5 Years, PwD: 10 Years, Ex-Servicemen and other reserved categories as admissible).. Age relaxation in upper age limit is applicable to reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen) in accordance with government regulations.

Q4. How many vacancies are announced for this recruitment?

total of Specified in notification vacancies have been notified. Candidates must check the qualification requirements and eligibility criteria in the vacancy table above.

Staff Selection Commission SSC CHSL 10+2 Lower Division Clerk LDC, Junior Secretariat Assistant JSA & Data Entry Operator DEO Recruitment 2026 : Apply Online for 2536 Post

Author: Sarkari Exam Pro Team|Last Updated at: October 8, 2026 3:45 PM (ताज़ा अपडेट)

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for SSC CHSL 10+2 Recruitment 2026 to fill 2536 Post of Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO). Online registration begins on 07 September 2026 and the application window closes on 07 October 2026, while fee payment is permitted till 08 October 2026. Applicants must be within the age band of 18 - 27 Years as on 01 August 2026 and must have passed Class 12th (Intermediate) from a recognised board; DEO posts additionally require the Science stream with Mathematics. The Tier-I computer based examination carries 100 questions and 200 marks with 0.50 mark negative marking, whereas Tier-II carries 135 questions and 435 marks. Eligible candidates should complete the online application through the SarkariExam.pro guided link and read the official notification carefully before applying.

Important Dates (महत्वपूर्ण तिथियां)

Online Apply Start Date : 07 September 2026
Online Apply Last Date : 07 October 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment : 08 October 2026 (23:00 Hours)
Application Correction Window : 14 - 16 October 2026
Tier-I Exam Date : 30 November - 31 December 2026
Tier-II Exam Date : Notified Later
Admit Card : Before Exam | Result : Updated Here Soon

Application Fee (आवेदन शुल्क)

General / OBC / EWS : Rs. 100/-
SC / ST / Female / PwD / Ex-Servicemen : Rs. 0/-
Correction Charges : Rs. 200/- (First Time), Rs. 500/- (Second Time)
Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, UPI, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.

Staff Selection Commission SSC CHSL 10+2 Recruitment 2026 : Age Limit as on 01 August 2026 (आयु सीमा)

Minimum Age : 18 Years
Maximum Age : 27 Years
Age Relaxation: Extra as per SSC regulations (OBC: 3 Years, SC/ST: 5 Years, PwD: 10 Years, Ex-Servicemen and other reserved categories as admissible).
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Total Post (कुल पद)

2536 Posts

Staff Selection Commission SSC CHSL Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 2536 Posts

Post Name			Total Post		Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Lower Division Clerk LDC / Junior Secretariat Assistant JSA			Included in 2536 Post		Must have passed Class 12th (Intermediate / 10+2) examination from a recognised Board in India. Essential qualification must be acquired on or before the closing date of online application i.e. 07 October 2026; candidates awaiting results are not eligible.
Data Entry Operator DEO / DEO Grade A			Included in 2536 Post		Class 12th (10+2) pass in Science stream with Mathematics as one of the subjects from a recognised Board or equivalent. Data Entry Speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour on computer (15,000 key depressions per hour for DEO Grade A posts under C&AG), tested at the Skill Test stage.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern
Stage 1 (Tier-I Computer Based Examination): 100 Questions / 200 Marks / 60 Minutes (80 Minutes for PwD candidates eligible for scribe) - General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Q / 50 Marks: analogies, number series, coding-decoding, syllogism, relationship concepts); General Awareness (25 Q / 50 Marks: current affairs, history, polity, geography, economy, science); Quantitative Aptitude (25 Q / 50 Marks: percentage, ratio, average, profit & loss, interest, time & work, mensuration, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, DI); English Language (25 Q / 50 Marks: error spotting, fill in the blanks, synonyms, antonyms, idioms, one word substitution, narration, cloze and comprehension). Tier-I Negative Marking: 0.50 mark deducted for every wrong answer; no deduction for unattempted questions. Stage 2 (Tier-II Computer Based Examination): 135 Questions / 435 Marks / 2 Hours 15 Minutes - Module-I Session-I (1 Hour): Mathematical Abilities 30 Q / 90 Marks and Reasoning & General Intelligence 30 Q / 90 Marks; Module-II Session-I (15 Minutes): Computer Knowledge Module 15 Q / 45 Marks; Module-I Session-II (1 Hour): English Language & Comprehension 45 Q / 135 Marks and General Awareness 25 Q / 75 Marks. Tier-II Negative Marking: 1 mark for each wrong answer in Module-I (Session-I and Session-II) and 0.50 mark for wrong answers in the Computer Knowledge Module. Stage 3 (Skill Test / Typing Test - Qualifying): LDC / JSA - typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on computer; DEO - data entry speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour (15,000 key depressions per hour for DEO Grade A). Stage 4 (Document Verification & Medical): Verification of all original certificates, eligibility claims and qualifying documents followed by the prescribed medical examination.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

Stage 1 (Tier-I Computer Based Examination): 100 Questions / 200 Marks / 60 Minutes (80 Minutes for PwD candidates eligible for scribe) - General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Q / 50 Marks: analogies, number series, coding-decoding, syllogism, relationship concepts); General Awareness (25 Q / 50 Marks: current affairs, history, polity, geography, economy, science); Quantitative Aptitude (25 Q / 50 Marks: percentage, ratio, average, profit & loss, interest, time & work, mensuration, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, DI); English Language (25 Q / 50 Marks: error spotting, fill in the blanks, synonyms, antonyms, idioms, one word substitution, narration, cloze and comprehension).
Tier-I Negative Marking: 0.50 mark deducted for every wrong answer; no deduction for unattempted questions.
Stage 2 (Tier-II Computer Based Examination): 135 Questions / 435 Marks / 2 Hours 15 Minutes - Module-I Session-I (1 Hour): Mathematical Abilities 30 Q / 90 Marks and Reasoning & General Intelligence 30 Q / 90 Marks; Module-II Session-I (15 Minutes): Computer Knowledge Module 15 Q / 45 Marks; Module-I Session-II (1 Hour): English Language & Comprehension 45 Q / 135 Marks and General Awareness 25 Q / 75 Marks.
Tier-II Negative Marking: 1 mark for each wrong answer in Module-I (Session-I and Session-II) and 0.50 mark for wrong answers in the Computer Knowledge Module.
Stage 3 (Skill Test / Typing Test - Qualifying): LDC / JSA - typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on computer; DEO - data entry speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour (15,000 key depressions per hour for DEO Grade A).
Stage 4 (Document Verification & Medical): Verification of all original certificates, eligibility claims and qualifying documents followed by the prescribed medical examination.

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Application & Verification
High School (Class 10th) marksheet and certificate for Date of Birth proof. Class 12th (Intermediate) marksheet and passing certificate with Science stream and Mathematics (for DEO posts). Recent colour passport-size photograph (20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG) and scanned signature (10 KB to 20 KB) as per prescribed specifications. Valid Caste / Category / EWS / PwD certificate issued by a competent authority, if applicable. Valid government-issued photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport).

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Application & Verification

High School (Class 10th) marksheet and certificate for Date of Birth proof.
Class 12th (Intermediate) marksheet and passing certificate with Science stream and Mathematics (for DEO posts).
Recent colour passport-size photograph (20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG) and scanned signature (10 KB to 20 KB) as per prescribed specifications.
Valid Caste / Category / EWS / PwD certificate issued by a competent authority, if applicable.
Valid government-issued photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport).

How to Fill SSC CHSL 10+2 Online Form 2026
Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the official SSC candidate portal or click the direct Apply Online link below on SarkariExam.pro. Read the official notification guidelines carefully before initiating registration. Register and log in using your registration number and password to access the CHSL 2026 application form. Fill personal details, educational qualifications and communication address accurately. Upload scanned photograph, signature and mandatory documents in the prescribed format. Preview the application form and verify every column before final submission. Pay the applicable fee online and note the correction window (14 - 16 October 2026) for any edits. Download and preserve the finally submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.

How to Fill SSC CHSL 10+2 Online Form 2026

Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the official SSC candidate portal or click the direct Apply Online link below on SarkariExam.pro.
Read the official notification guidelines carefully before initiating registration.
Register and log in using your registration number and password to access the CHSL 2026 application form.
Fill personal details, educational qualifications and communication address accurately.
Upload scanned photograph, signature and mandatory documents in the prescribed format.
Preview the application form and verify every column before final submission.
Pay the applicable fee online and note the correction window (14 - 16 October 2026) for any edits.
Download and preserve the finally submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.

Helpline for application related difficulties: 18003093063

Category-Wise Reservation Norms & Age Relaxation Matrix
Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation in the upper age limit. Candidates must present a valid OBC-NCL certificate issued within the prescribed financial year by a competent revenue authority. Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years upper age relaxation along with complete exemption from application examination fees in accordance with Central / State Government reservation policies. Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% reservation in direct recruitment vacancies for eligible candidates holding a valid EWS Income & Asset Certificate issued by an authorized Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years age relaxation for UR/EWS, 13 Years for OBC, and 15 Years for SC/ST categories, including scribe facility provisions as per RPwD Act 2016. Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Deduction of actual military service rendered from the candidate's age plus an additional 3 years relaxation, subject to fulfilling minimum service norms.

Category-Wise Reservation Norms & Age Relaxation Matrix

Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation in the upper age limit. Candidates must present a valid OBC-NCL certificate issued within the prescribed financial year by a competent revenue authority.
Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years upper age relaxation along with complete exemption from application examination fees in accordance with Central / State Government reservation policies.
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% reservation in direct recruitment vacancies for eligible candidates holding a valid EWS Income & Asset Certificate issued by an authorized Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years age relaxation for UR/EWS, 13 Years for OBC, and 15 Years for SC/ST categories, including scribe facility provisions as per RPwD Act 2016.
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Deduction of actual military service rendered from the candidate's age plus an additional 3 years relaxation, subject to fulfilling minimum service norms.

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Staff Selection Commission SSC CHSL 10+2 Lower Division Clerk LDC, Junior Secretariat Assistant JSA & Data Entry Operator DEO Recruitment 2026 : Apply Online for 2536 Post

Author: Sarkari Exam Pro Team|Last Updated at: October 8, 2026 3:45 PM (ताज़ा अपडेट)

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Lower Division Clerk LDC / Junior Secretariat Assistant JSA	Included in 2536 Post	Must have passed Class 12th (Intermediate / 10+2) examination from a recognised Board in India. Essential qualification must be acquired on or before the closing date of online application i.e. 07 October 2026; candidates awaiting results are not eligible.
Data Entry Operator DEO / DEO Grade A	Included in 2536 Post	Class 12th (10+2) pass in Science stream with Mathematics as one of the subjects from a recognised Board or equivalent. Data Entry Speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour on computer (15,000 key depressions per hour for DEO Grade A posts under C&AG), tested at the Skill Test stage.

Post Name

Total Post

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

Lower Division Clerk LDC / Junior Secretariat Assistant JSA

Included in 2536 Post

Must have passed Class 12th (Intermediate / 10+2) examination from a recognised Board in India.
Essential qualification must be acquired on or before the closing date of online application i.e. 07 October 2026; candidates awaiting results are not eligible.

Data Entry Operator DEO / DEO Grade A

Included in 2536 Post

Class 12th (10+2) pass in Science stream with Mathematics as one of the subjects from a recognised Board or equivalent.
Data Entry Speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour on computer (15,000 key depressions per hour for DEO Grade A posts under C&AG), tested at the Skill Test stage.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern
Stage 1 (Tier-I Computer Based Examination): 100 Questions / 200 Marks / 60 Minutes (80 Minutes for PwD candidates eligible for scribe) - General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Q / 50 Marks: analogies, number series, coding-decoding, syllogism, relationship concepts); General Awareness (25 Q / 50 Marks: current affairs, history, polity, geography, economy, science); Quantitative Aptitude (25 Q / 50 Marks: percentage, ratio, average, profit & loss, interest, time & work, mensuration, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, DI); English Language (25 Q / 50 Marks: error spotting, fill in the blanks, synonyms, antonyms, idioms, one word substitution, narration, cloze and comprehension). Tier-I Negative Marking: 0.50 mark deducted for every wrong answer; no deduction for unattempted questions. Stage 2 (Tier-II Computer Based Examination): 135 Questions / 435 Marks / 2 Hours 15 Minutes - Module-I Session-I (1 Hour): Mathematical Abilities 30 Q / 90 Marks and Reasoning & General Intelligence 30 Q / 90 Marks; Module-II Session-I (15 Minutes): Computer Knowledge Module 15 Q / 45 Marks; Module-I Session-II (1 Hour): English Language & Comprehension 45 Q / 135 Marks and General Awareness 25 Q / 75 Marks. Tier-II Negative Marking: 1 mark for each wrong answer in Module-I (Session-I and Session-II) and 0.50 mark for wrong answers in the Computer Knowledge Module. Stage 3 (Skill Test / Typing Test - Qualifying): LDC / JSA - typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on computer; DEO - data entry speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour (15,000 key depressions per hour for DEO Grade A). Stage 4 (Document Verification & Medical): Verification of all original certificates, eligibility claims and qualifying documents followed by the prescribed medical examination.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

Stage 1 (Tier-I Computer Based Examination): 100 Questions / 200 Marks / 60 Minutes (80 Minutes for PwD candidates eligible for scribe) - General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Q / 50 Marks: analogies, number series, coding-decoding, syllogism, relationship concepts); General Awareness (25 Q / 50 Marks: current affairs, history, polity, geography, economy, science); Quantitative Aptitude (25 Q / 50 Marks: percentage, ratio, average, profit & loss, interest, time & work, mensuration, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, DI); English Language (25 Q / 50 Marks: error spotting, fill in the blanks, synonyms, antonyms, idioms, one word substitution, narration, cloze and comprehension).
Tier-I Negative Marking: 0.50 mark deducted for every wrong answer; no deduction for unattempted questions.
Stage 2 (Tier-II Computer Based Examination): 135 Questions / 435 Marks / 2 Hours 15 Minutes - Module-I Session-I (1 Hour): Mathematical Abilities 30 Q / 90 Marks and Reasoning & General Intelligence 30 Q / 90 Marks; Module-II Session-I (15 Minutes): Computer Knowledge Module 15 Q / 45 Marks; Module-I Session-II (1 Hour): English Language & Comprehension 45 Q / 135 Marks and General Awareness 25 Q / 75 Marks.
Tier-II Negative Marking: 1 mark for each wrong answer in Module-I (Session-I and Session-II) and 0.50 mark for wrong answers in the Computer Knowledge Module.
Stage 3 (Skill Test / Typing Test - Qualifying): LDC / JSA - typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on computer; DEO - data entry speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour (15,000 key depressions per hour for DEO Grade A).
Stage 4 (Document Verification & Medical): Verification of all original certificates, eligibility claims and qualifying documents followed by the prescribed medical examination.

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Application & Verification
High School (Class 10th) marksheet and certificate for Date of Birth proof. Class 12th (Intermediate) marksheet and passing certificate with Science stream and Mathematics (for DEO posts). Recent colour passport-size photograph (20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG) and scanned signature (10 KB to 20 KB) as per prescribed specifications. Valid Caste / Category / EWS / PwD certificate issued by a competent authority, if applicable. Valid government-issued photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport).

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Application & Verification

High School (Class 10th) marksheet and certificate for Date of Birth proof.
Class 12th (Intermediate) marksheet and passing certificate with Science stream and Mathematics (for DEO posts).
Recent colour passport-size photograph (20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG) and scanned signature (10 KB to 20 KB) as per prescribed specifications.
Valid Caste / Category / EWS / PwD certificate issued by a competent authority, if applicable.
Valid government-issued photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport).

How to Fill SSC CHSL 10+2 Online Form 2026
Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the official SSC candidate portal or click the direct Apply Online link below on SarkariExam.pro. Read the official notification guidelines carefully before initiating registration. Register and log in using your registration number and password to access the CHSL 2026 application form. Fill personal details, educational qualifications and communication address accurately. Upload scanned photograph, signature and mandatory documents in the prescribed format. Preview the application form and verify every column before final submission. Pay the applicable fee online and note the correction window (14 - 16 October 2026) for any edits. Download and preserve the finally submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.

How to Fill SSC CHSL 10+2 Online Form 2026

Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the official SSC candidate portal or click the direct Apply Online link below on SarkariExam.pro.
Read the official notification guidelines carefully before initiating registration.
Register and log in using your registration number and password to access the CHSL 2026 application form.
Fill personal details, educational qualifications and communication address accurately.
Upload scanned photograph, signature and mandatory documents in the prescribed format.
Preview the application form and verify every column before final submission.
Pay the applicable fee online and note the correction window (14 - 16 October 2026) for any edits.
Download and preserve the finally submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.

Category-Wise Reservation Norms & Age Relaxation Matrix
Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation in the upper age limit. Candidates must present a valid OBC-NCL certificate issued within the prescribed financial year by a competent revenue authority. Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years upper age relaxation along with complete exemption from application examination fees in accordance with Central / State Government reservation policies. Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% reservation in direct recruitment vacancies for eligible candidates holding a valid EWS Income & Asset Certificate issued by an authorized Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years age relaxation for UR/EWS, 13 Years for OBC, and 15 Years for SC/ST categories, including scribe facility provisions as per RPwD Act 2016. Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Deduction of actual military service rendered from the candidate's age plus an additional 3 years relaxation, subject to fulfilling minimum service norms.

Category-Wise Reservation Norms & Age Relaxation Matrix

Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation in the upper age limit. Candidates must present a valid OBC-NCL certificate issued within the prescribed financial year by a competent revenue authority.
Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years upper age relaxation along with complete exemption from application examination fees in accordance with Central / State Government reservation policies.
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% reservation in direct recruitment vacancies for eligible candidates holding a valid EWS Income & Asset Certificate issued by an authorized Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years age relaxation for UR/EWS, 13 Years for OBC, and 15 Years for SC/ST categories, including scribe facility provisions as per RPwD Act 2016.
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Deduction of actual military service rendered from the candidate's age plus an additional 3 years relaxation, subject to fulfilling minimum service norms.