SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Date 2026 Announced – 30 Nov to 31 Dec Schedule
The SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Date 2026 has been announced by the Staff Selection Commission. As per the Commission's official schedule notice dated 01-10-2026, the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 Tier-I will be held as a Computer-Based Examination (CBE) across multiple days from 30-11-2026 to 31-12-2026. This recruitment covers around 2,536 tentative Group C vacancies for Lower Division Clerk / Junior Secretariat Assistant, Data Entry Operator and DEO Grade A posts in central government offices. Aspirants should use the weeks left to sharpen their preparation and keep a close eye on ssc.gov.in for the city intimation slip and admit card release.
📌 Overview
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 (SSC CHSL 2026) |
| Exam Stage | Tier-I — Computer-Based Examination (CBE) |
| Total Vacancies | ~2,536 (tentative, Group C) |
| Exam Schedule | 30-11-2026 to 31-12-2026 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Started | 07-09-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (11:00 PM) | 07-10-2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date (11:00 PM) | 08-10-2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 14-10-2026 to 16-10-2026 |
| Exam Schedule Notice Issued | 01-10-2026 |
| Tier-I Exam (CBE) | 30-11-2026 to 31-12-2026 |
| City Intimation Slip | To be announced |
| Tier-I Admit Card | To be announced |
| Tier-II Exam | To be notified later |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) |
| Data Entry Operator Grade A |
| Total: ~2,536 tentative posts (Group C) |
🧪 Tier-I Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination from a recognized board. Post-specific requirements for DEO and DEO Grade A are detailed in the official SSC CHSL 2026 notification — aspirants should confirm the exact conditions for the post they are targeting before the exam.
🎯 Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 27 years |
| Age Counted As On | 01-08-2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per SSC rules for reserved categories |
💸 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female (all categories) | NIL |
| Correction (first time) | ₹200 |
| Correction (second time) | ₹500 |
🧾 Selection Process
- Tier-I — Computer-Based Examination (30-11-2026 to 31-12-2026)
- Tier-II — Computer-Based Examination + Skill / Typing Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
📥 How to Check the Exam Date / City Intimation
- Open the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
- Look for the "Important Notice" on the exam schedule for Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 (dated 01-10-2026) to confirm the Tier-I window: 30-11-2026 to 31-12-2026.
- Once activated, use the city intimation facility on ssc.gov.in to know your allotted exam date, shift and city.
- Download your admit card from the same portal once SSC releases it — it carries your exact centre, reporting time and exam-day instructions.
- Keep your registration number and password / date of birth handy for logging in.
🏢 About Organization
The Staff Selection Commission is a central government body that recruits staff for Group B and Group C posts across ministries, departments and offices of the Government of India. The Combined Higher Secondary Level examination is its flagship 10+2-level recruitment, conducted in multiple tiers — a computer-based Tier-I, followed by Tier-II — for clerical and data-entry roles.
🔗 Important Links
| SSC Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Exam Schedule Notice (01-10-2026) | Published on ssc.gov.in — check the notices section |
❓ FAQs
When is the SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Date 2026?
The SSC CHSL 2026 Tier-I examination will be conducted from 30-11-2026 to 31-12-2026 as a Computer-Based Examination, as per SSC's official schedule notice dated 01-10-2026.
How many vacancies are there in SSC CHSL 2026?
There are around 2,536 tentative Group C vacancies for LDC / JSA, DEO and DEO Grade A posts in the 2026 cycle.
What is the SSC CHSL 2026 Tier-I exam pattern?
Tier-I is a computer-based test with four sections — General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Language — carrying 100 questions for 200 marks.
What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2026?
Candidates must be 18 to 27 years old as on 01-08-2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per SSC rules.
What is the eligibility for SSC CHSL 2026?
10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognized board; post-specific conditions for DEO / DEO Grade A are given in the official notification.
When will the SSC CHSL 2026 city intimation slip and admit card be released?
SSC has not announced the city intimation and admit card release dates yet. Candidates should watch ssc.gov.in for updates.
Where can I check the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam schedule?
On the official SSC website https://ssc.gov.in/ — see the exam schedule notice dated 01-10-2026.
What is the SSC CHSL 2026 Tier-II exam date?
The Tier-II schedule has not been notified yet and will be announced by the Commission later.