The Staff Selection Commission is expected to release the SSC CHSL Notification 2026 shortly, opening one of the most sought-after recruitment windows for Class 12 pass candidates seeking central government jobs. The Combined Higher Secondary Level examination is conducted annually to fill clerical and data entry positions in ministries, departments and government offices under the Union government.

According to officials and previous recruitment trends, the SSC CHSL Notification 2026 is likely to be issued on the commission’s official website, ssc.gov.in, following which the online application process will begin for candidates across the country. The examination remains a major entry route for young aspirants looking to secure stable government employment after senior secondary education.

Posts On Offer

Through SSC CHSL 2026, the commission is expected to recruit candidates for posts including Lower Division Clerk, Junior Secretariat Assistant and Data Entry Operator. These roles are spread across multiple ministries and central government offices, making the examination a key opportunity for 12th pass candidates seeking administrative roles in the public sector.

Sources indicated that the vacancy count is likely to remain significant this year, in line with the steady requirement for clerical and support staff across departments. The final number of vacancies will be notified in the official recruitment notice.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for SSC CHSL 2026 must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board. This remains the minimum educational qualification for all posts under the recruitment process.

The age limit for general category candidates is expected to remain between 18 and 27 years. Age relaxation will apply to candidates from reserved categories including Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes and Persons with Disabilities, as per government norms. Candidates will also need valid educational and category certificates during document verification.

Selection Process

The SSC CHSL recruitment process will be conducted in multiple stages. Tier 1 will be a computer-based objective examination covering General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language and General Awareness.

Candidates who qualify in Tier 1 will appear for Tier 2, which is also conducted in computer-based mode under the revised examination structure. Depending on the post, candidates may also be required to undergo a skill test or typing test. Final selection will be based on performance in the prescribed stages and qualifying skill requirements.

Application Fee Rules

The application fee is expected to remain Rs 100 for general and OBC male candidates. Women candidates and applicants belonging to SC, ST and PwD categories are likely to be exempted from paying the fee, in line with existing SSC recruitment rules.

This fee structure has remained unchanged in recent recruitment cycles and continues to make the examination accessible to a wider pool of applicants.

Registration Process

Candidates will be required to apply online through the official SSC portal. Those applying for the first time must complete the One-Time Registration process before submitting the application form.

Once the SSC CHSL Notification 2026 is released, eligible candidates can log in, upload photographs and signatures, fill in personal and academic details, and submit the application online. Officials have advised candidates to keep documents ready in advance to avoid last-minute issues during registration.

What Happens Next

The Tier 1 examination is expected to be held between July and September 2026, as per the likely recruitment calendar. The official notification will confirm the exam schedule, vacancy details and post-wise eligibility conditions.

For lakhs of candidates preparing for government jobs, the SSC CHSL Notification 2026 will be a major recruitment event in the coming weeks.