Published: October 7, 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will close the online registration window for the SSC CHSL 2026 examination today, October 7, 2026. Eligible candidates who have not yet submitted their applications can apply online for approximately 2,536 tentative Group C vacancies through the official SSC website.

The application window will remain open until 11 PM today. However, candidates who successfully submit their applications will have an additional day to complete the online fee payment, with the fee-payment deadline set for October 8, 2026, up to 11 PM.

The recruitment drive is being conducted for posts including Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and DEO Grade ‘A’ in various Central Government departments and offices.

SSC CHSL 2026: Important Dates

Event	Date
SSC CHSL 2026 notification	September 7, 2026
Online application begins	September 7, 2026
Last date to submit application	October 7, 2026, up to 11 PM
Last date for online fee payment	October 8, 2026, up to 11 PM
Application correction window	October 14–16, 2026
SSC CHSL Tier-I examination	November 30–December 31, 2026

The Tier-I examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Examination (CBE) mode.

SSC CHSL 2026 Vacancy

SSC has announced approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies under the CHSL 2026 recruitment drive.

The vacancies include:

• Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)
• Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
• Data Entry Operator (DEO)
• Data Entry Operator Grade ‘A’

The vacancy figure is currently tentative. SSC has stated that final vacancies will be determined after scrutiny and confirmation of requirements received from the concerned user departments. Updated post-wise and category-wise vacancy information will be released by the Commission subsequently.

Who Can Apply for SSC CHSL 2026?

Candidates applying for most SSC CHSL posts must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board or university.

Candidates who are appearing for their Class 12 examination can also apply, provided they obtain the required qualification by the prescribed cut-off date of October 7, 2026.

For certain DEO and DEO Grade ‘A’ posts, including specified posts in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, SSC and Ministry of Culture, candidates must have passed Class 12 in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject.

SSC CHSL 2026 Age Limit

The prescribed age limit is 18 to 27 years.

For the 2026 examination, candidates should have been born not before August 2, 1999, and not later than August 1, 2008.

Age relaxation is available to eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories as per Government of India rules.

SSC CHSL 2026 Application Fee

The application fee is ₹100.

The following candidates are exempted from paying the application fee:

• Women candidates
• SC candidates
• ST candidates
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
• Eligible Ex-Servicemen (ESM)

The fee can be paid through the online payment methods specified by SSC.

How to Apply for SSC CHSL 2026

Candidates who have not yet applied should complete the process before the 11 PM deadline today.

Steps to apply

1. Visit the official SSC website.
2. Complete the required One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
3. Log in using the registered credentials.
4. Select the SSC CHSL 2026 examination.
5. Enter personal and educational details.
6. Complete Aadhaar authentication or the applicable alternative authentication process.
7. Capture the mandatory live photograph through the application module.
8. Upload the signature in the prescribed format.
9. Review all details carefully.
10. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
11. Submit the application.
12. Download and save the confirmation page.

SSC has introduced a mandatory live photograph capture during the application process. Candidates should therefore allow sufficient time to complete the application rather than waiting until the final minutes.

SSC CHSL 2026 Correction Window

Candidates who successfully submit their applications will get an opportunity to make corrections during the scheduled correction window.

The SSC CHSL 2026 application correction window is scheduled from October 14 to October 16, 2026, with the correction facility closing at 11 PM on October 16.

Candidates should nevertheless enter all information carefully during the initial application because correction opportunities may be subject to the conditions and charges prescribed by SSC.

SSC CHSL 2026 Selection Process

The SSC CHSL selection process includes computer-based examinations followed by the applicable skill or typing test.

For eligible posts, candidates may have to appear for:

• Tier-I Computer-Based Examination
• Tier-II Computer-Based Examination
• Computer Knowledge Test
• Skill Test or Typing Test, depending on the post
• Document verification

The skill and typing components are applicable according to the post for which the candidate is being considered.

SSC CHSL Tier-I Exam 2026

According to the latest examination schedule, the SSC CHSL Tier-I examination is scheduled from November 30 to December 31, 2026.

The examination will be conducted online in computer-based mode. Candidates should regularly check the SSC website for city-intimation information, admit-card details and any subsequent changes to the examination schedule.

SSC CHSL 2026 Salary

SSC CHSL recruits candidates for different Group C positions with varying pay levels.

Depending on the post and department, the pay scale includes:

• LDC/JSA: Pay Level 2 – ₹19,900 to ₹63,200
• DEO: Pay Level 4 – ₹25,500 to ₹81,100
• DEO: Pay Level 5 – ₹29,200 to ₹92,300
• DEO Grade ‘A’: Pay Level 4 – ₹25,500 to ₹81,100

The actual salary received by a selected candidate will depend on the post, department, place of posting and applicable allowances.

Last Chance to Apply for SSC CHSL 2026

Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements and have not yet submitted their application should complete the process before 11 PM on October 7, 2026.

It is advisable not to wait until the final hour because technical problems, authentication issues, payment delays or heavy website traffic can make last-minute submission difficult.

Candidates should also remember that October 7 is the application-submission deadline, while October 8 is the separate deadline for online fee payment.

SSC CHSL 2026: Key Takeaway

The SSC CHSL 2026 registration window closes today, October 7, 2026, at 11 PM. The recruitment drive covers approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies for LDC, JSA, DEO and DEO Grade ‘A’ posts.

Eligible candidates who have not yet applied should submit their forms before the deadline. The online fee-payment facility will remain available until October 8, 2026, at 11 PM.

The Tier-I examination is scheduled from November 30 to December 31, 2026, giving applicants several weeks to prepare for the first stage of the selection process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2026?

The last date to submit the SSC CHSL 2026 application form is October 7, 2026, up to 11 PM.

How many vacancies are available under SSC CHSL 2026?

SSC has announced approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies.

What is the SSC CHSL 2026 qualification?

For most posts, candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board or university.

What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 27 years, with applicable relaxation for eligible reserved categories.

What is the SSC CHSL application fee?

The application fee is ₹100. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible ESM candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

When will the SSC CHSL Tier-I examination be conducted?

The SSC CHSL Tier-I examination is scheduled from November 30 to December 31, 2026.

When is the SSC CHSL 2026 correction window?

The application correction window is scheduled for October 14 to October 16, 2026.