The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is one of India's largest central government recruitment bodies, conducting multiple national-level examinations every year to recruit candidates for various posts in Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organisations. Every year, over 20 lakh candidates appear for SSC exams.
SSC exams cater to candidates from Class 10th pass through graduation level. Major exams include SSC CGL (graduate level), SSC CHSL (12th pass), SSC MTS (10th pass), SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector), SSC GD Constable, SSC JE (engineering), and SSC Stenographer. All written exams are conducted in Computer Based Examination (CBE) mode.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
| Total Vacancies (2026) | 1,00,000+ (across all exams) |
| Salary Range | ₹18,000 – ₹63,200 per month (Pay Level 1–8) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Examination (CBE) / Online |
| Minimum Qualification | 10th Pass (MTS, Havaldar) to Graduation (CGL, CPO) |
| Application Portal | ssc.gov.in (One-time registration required) |
| Exam Regions | Pan India — 9 Regional SSC Offices |
Below is the complete list of all major SSC exams 2026 with conducting body, qualification, vacancies, and auto-updating status based on today's date.
| Exam | Post / Department | Qualification | Vacancies | Salary (Level) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC CGL 2026 | Inspector, Auditor, Asst, Tax Asst (Various Ministries) | Graduation | ~17,000+ | ₹29,200–63,200 (L-4 to L-8) | |
| SSC CHSL 2026 | LDC, JSA, PA, SA, DEO (Central Govt) | 12th Pass | ~3,700+ | ₹19,900–25,500 (L-2 to L-4) | |
| SSC MTS & Havaldar 2026 | Multi Tasking Staff, Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) | 10th Pass | ~8,000+ | ₹18,000–22,000 (L-1 to L-3) | |
| SSC CPO 2026 | Sub-Inspector (Delhi Police & CAPF) | Graduation | ~4,000+ | ₹35,400–44,900 (L-6 to L-7) | |
| SSC GD Constable 2026 | Constable (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB, NIA, SSF) | 10th Pass | ~39,000+ | ₹21,700–23,800 (L-3) | |
| SSC JE 2026 | Junior Engineer (Civil, Elec, Mech) — CPWD, MES, CWC | Diploma / B.Tech | ~1,000+ | ₹35,400 (L-6) | |
| SSC Stenographer 2026 | Stenographer Grade C & D (Central Govt) | 12th Pass | ~2,000+ | ₹25,500–29,200 (L-4 to L-5) | |
| SSC Selection Post Phase 14 | Various Posts (Matric / Inter / Grad level) | 10th / 12th / Graduation | ~2,000+ | ₹18,000–63,200 (L-1 to L-8) | |
| Delhi Police HC (Min) 2026 | Head Constable (Ministerial) — Delhi Police | 12th Pass | ~1,400+ | ₹25,500 (L-4) | |
| Delhi Police Constable 2026 | Constable (Executive) — Delhi Police | 12th Pass | ~5,000+ | ₹21,700 (L-3) |
All SSC exam registrations are done through ssc.gov.in. Candidates must complete a one-time registration (OTR) before applying for any exam. Below are direct links for each exam — links become active once the official notification is released.
| Exam | Vacancies | Apply Last Date | Direct Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC JE 2026 | ~1,000+ | May 15, 2026 | Apply Now |
| SSC CGL 2026 | ~17,000+ | May 31, 2026 | Apply Now |
| SSC CPO 2026 | ~4,000+ | Jun 15, 2026 | Notify Me |
| SSC CHSL 2026 | ~3,700+ | Jul 15, 2026 | Notify Me |
| SSC MTS & Havaldar 2026 | ~8,000+ | Aug 15, 2026 | Notify Me |
| SSC Stenographer 2026 | ~2,000+ | Aug 15, 2026 | Notify Me |
| SSC GD Constable 2026 | ~39,000+ | Oct 31, 2026 | Notify Me |
| SSC Selection Post Ph.14 | ~2,000+ | Sep 15, 2026 | Notify Me |
Based on the officially released SSC Exam Calendar 2026–27 from ssc.gov.in. All status badges update automatically based on today's date.
| Exam | Notification Date | Registration Closes | Tier 1 / CBE Date | Tier 2 Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC JE 2026 | Apr 2026 | May 15, 2026 | May–Jun 2026 | TBA | |
| SSC CGL 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | May 31, 2026 | Jun–Jul 2026 | Nov–Dec 2026 | |
| SSC CPO 2026 | May 2026 | Jun 15, 2026 | Jul–Aug 2026 | TBA | |
| SSC CHSL 2026 | Jun 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 | Jul–Sep 2026 | Nov–Dec 2026 | |
| SSC MTS & Havaldar 2026 | Jul 2026 | Aug 15, 2026 | Sep–Oct 2026 | — | |
| SSC Stenographer 2026 | Jul 2026 | Aug 15, 2026 | Sep–Oct 2026 | — | |
| SSC Selection Post Ph.14 | Aug 2026 | Sep 15, 2026 | Oct–Nov 2026 | — | |
| SSC GD Constable 2026 | Sep 2026 | Oct 31, 2026 | Jan–Mar 2027 | — | |
| Delhi Police HC (Min) | Jun 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 | Aug–Sep 2026 | — |
* All dates are tentative as per SSC Calendar 2026-27. Confirmed dates will be published on ssc.gov.in.
Age limit varies by post and exam level. Age is calculated as on 1st January 2026 (or as specified in the official notification).
| Exam | Minimum Age | Maximum Age (General) | Qualification Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC CGL 2026 | 18 years | 27–32 years (post-wise) | Graduation |
| SSC CHSL 2026 | 18 years | 27 years | 12th Pass |
| SSC MTS 2026 | 18 years | 25 years | 10th Pass |
| SSC Havaldar 2026 | 18 years | 27 years | 10th Pass |
| SSC CPO (SI) 2026 | 20 years | 25 years | Graduation |
| SSC GD Constable 2026 | 18 years | 23 years | 10th Pass |
| SSC JE 2026 | 18 years | 32 years | Diploma / B.Tech |
| SSC Stenographer 2026 | 18 years | 27 years (Grade D) / 30 years (Grade C) | 12th Pass |
| SSC Selection Post Ph.14 | 18 years | 25–30 years (post-wise) | 10th / 12th / Grad |
| Delhi Police HC (Min) | 18 years | 25 years | 12th Pass |
| Delhi Police Constable | 18 years | 25 years | 12th Pass |
| Category | Age Relaxation | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | +5 years | Applicable for all SSC exams |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | +5 years | Applicable for all SSC exams |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years | Valid OBC-NCL certificate required |
| PwBD — General | +10 years | +15 for SC/ST PwBD; +13 for OBC PwBD |
| Ex-Servicemen | +3 years | After deducting military service period |
| Central Govt / Def Civ Employees | +5 years | For Group C & D posts only |
| Widows / Divorced Women | +35 years (upper limit) | +38 for OBC; +40 for SC/ST women |
| Victims of 1984 Riots | +5 years | On production of valid certificate |
⚠️ Always verify exact age limits from the official SSC notification PDF for each exam before applying.
SSC exam eligibility includes educational qualification, age limit, nationality, and physical/medical standards (for CPO, GD Constable, Delhi Police). Below is a comprehensive eligibility overview for all major SSC exams 2026.
| Exam | Minimum Qualification | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| SSC CGL 2026 | Graduation in any stream from recognised university | Some posts require specific degree (B.Com, LLB, CA, etc.) |
| SSC CHSL 2026 | 12th Pass (10+2) from recognised Board | Typing speed: 35 WPM (English) / 30 WPM (Hindi) for some posts |
| SSC MTS 2026 | Matriculation (Class 10th) Pass | Basic fitness standard |
| SSC Havaldar 2026 | Matriculation (Class 10th) Pass | Physical Standard Test (PST) required |
| SSC CPO 2026 | Graduation in any stream | Physical & Medical Standards Test mandatory. Driving licence preferred. |
| SSC GD Constable 2026 | 10th Pass (Matriculation) | Physical Standard Test (PST) + Physical Efficiency Test (PET) + Medical |
| SSC JE 2026 | 3-year Diploma or B.Tech in Civil / Electrical / Mechanical | Some departments require B.Tech only |
| SSC Stenographer 2026 | 12th Pass from recognised Board | Shorthand speed: 80 WPM (Grade D) / 100 WPM (Grade C) |
| Delhi Police HC (Min) | 12th Pass | Typing test required; Physical standards |
| Delhi Police Constable | 12th Pass | Physical Endurance Test + Medical Examination |
Month-by-month SSC exam calendar for 2026–27 based on the officially released SSC Annual Exam Calendar 2026-27 from ssc.gov.in.
| Month | Activity | Exam |
|---|---|---|
| March–April 2026 | Notification | SSC CGL 2026 Notification (Apr 30) · SSC JE 2026 Notification |
| April–May 2026 | Registration Open | SSC CGL 2026 Apply (Apr 30 – May 31) · SSC JE Apply |
| May 2026 | Notification · Registration | SSC CPO 2026 Notification · SSC JE CBE (May–Jun) |
| June 2026 | Notification · Exam | SSC CHSL 2026 Notification · Delhi Police HC Notification · SSC CGL Tier 1 (Jun–Jul) |
| July 2026 | Notification · Exam | SSC MTS & Havaldar Notification · SSC Steno Notification · SSC CHSL Tier 1 (Jul–Sep) · SSC CPO Tier 1 (Jul–Aug) |
| August 2026 | Notification · Exam | SSC Selection Post Ph.14 Notification · Delhi Police Constable Notification · SSC MTS Apply Closes · Delhi Police HC CBE (Aug–Sep) |
| September 2026 | Notification · Exam | SSC GD Constable 2026 Notification · SSC MTS CBE (Sep–Oct) · SSC Steno CBE (Sep–Oct) |
| October–November 2026 | Exam · Apply | SSC Selection Post Ph.14 CBE · SSC GD Constable Apply Closes (Oct 31) · SSC CGL Tier 2 (Nov–Dec) |
| November–December 2026 | Exam · Result | SSC CHSL Tier 2 (Nov–Dec) · SSC CPO Tier 2 |
| January–March 2027 | Exam | SSC GD Constable CBE (Jan–Mar 2027) |
Official notification PDFs are released on ssc.gov.in under the "Latest News" section. The notification contains full details of vacancies, eligibility, exam pattern, application process, and important dates.
| Exam | Notification Date | Status | Vacancies | PDF Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC CGL 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | Expected | ~17,000+ | Check When Live → |
| SSC JE 2026 | Apr 2026 | Released | ~1,000+ | Download PDF → |
| SSC CPO 2026 | May 2026 | Expected | ~4,000+ | Check When Live → |
| SSC CHSL 2026 | Jun 2026 | Expected | ~3,700+ | Check When Live → |
| SSC MTS & Havaldar 2026 | Jul 2026 | Expected | ~8,000+ | Check When Live → |
| SSC Stenographer 2026 | Jul 2026 | Expected | ~2,000+ | Check When Live → |
| SSC Selection Post Ph.14 | Aug 2026 | Expected | ~2,000+ | Check When Live → |
| SSC GD Constable 2026 | Sep 2026 | Expected | ~39,000+ | Check When Live → |
All SSC exam applications are submitted online through the official SSC portal at ssc.gov.in. Candidates must complete a One Time Registration (OTR) before applying to any exam.
Complete registration schedule for all SSC exams 2026 — notification date, application open, close date, fee payment, and modification window.
| Exam | Notification | Apply Opens | Apply Closes | Fee Last Date | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC JE 2026 | Apr 2026 | Apr 2026 | May 15, 2026 | May 15, 2026 | ₹100 (Gen) / Free (SC/ST/Women/PwD) |
| SSC CGL 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | May 31, 2026 | May 31, 2026 | ₹100 (Gen) / Free (SC/ST/Women/PwD) |
| SSC CPO 2026 | May 2026 | May 2026 | Jun 15, 2026 | Jun 15, 2026 | ₹100 (Gen) / Free (SC/ST/Women/PwD) |
| SSC CHSL 2026 | Jun 2026 | Jun 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 | ₹100 (Gen) / Free (SC/ST/Women/PwD) |
| SSC MTS & Havaldar 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jul 2026 | Aug 15, 2026 | Aug 15, 2026 | ₹100 (Gen) / Free (SC/ST/Women/PwD) |
| SSC Stenographer 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jul 2026 | Aug 15, 2026 | Aug 15, 2026 | ₹100 (Gen) / Free (SC/ST/Women/PwD) |
| SSC Selection Post Ph.14 | Aug 2026 | Aug 2026 | Sep 15, 2026 | Sep 15, 2026 | ₹100 (Gen) / Free (SC/ST/Women/PwD) |
| SSC GD Constable 2026 | Sep 2026 | Sep 2026 | Oct 31, 2026 | Oct 31, 2026 | ₹100 (Gen) / Free (SC/ST/Women/PwD) |
All SSC exams broadly follow a similar 4-subject pattern for Tier 1 / CBE 1. Tier 2 / Paper 2 includes advanced sections and/or skill/typing tests depending on the post.
| Subject | Key Topics | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Similarities & Differences, Spatial Visualization, Spatial Orientation, Problem Solving, Analysis, Judgment, Decision Making, Visual Memory, Discrimination, Observation, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetic Reasoning, Verbal & Figure Classification, Arithmetic Series, Coding & Decoding, Statement & Conclusions, Syllogism | 25 Qs |
| General Awareness | History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy, Scientific Research, Current Affairs, Static GK (Books, Awards, Sports, Important Days, Capitals & Currencies, Science & Technology) | 25 Qs |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number Systems, Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals & Fractions, Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Square Roots, Averages, Interest (Simple & Compound), Profit & Loss, Discount, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Mixture, Tables & Graphs, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Geometry, DI | 25 Qs |
| English Language | Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms, Antonyms, Spelling/Detecting Misspelled Words, Idioms & Phrases, One Word Substitution, Improvement of Sentences, Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect Speech, Para Jumbles, Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test | 25 Qs |
| Exam | Tier 2 / Paper 2 Topics |
|---|---|
| SSC CGL Tier 2 | Paper I: Mathematical Abilities + Reasoning & GI + English & Comprehension + General Awareness + Computer Proficiency · Paper II: Statistics (for JSO post) · Paper III: General Studies (Finance & Economics) for AAO post |
| SSC CHSL Tier 2 | Module I: Math + Reasoning · Module II: English Language & Comprehension · Module III: Computer Knowledge · Skill Test: DEO (8,000 keystrokes/hr) / Typing Test: LDC/JSA (35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi) |
| SSC JE Paper 2 | Technical subjects — Civil Engineering (Structural Engg, Hydraulics, Environmental Engg) / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering (Theory of Machines, Engineering Materials, Manufacturing) |
| SSC CPO Paper 2 | English Language & Comprehension (200 Qs, 200 marks) + Physical & Medical Standards Test |
| SSC Steno Skill Test | Shorthand at 80 WPM (Grade D) / 100 WPM (Grade C) — dictation for 10 minutes, transcription in 50 min (English) or 65 min (Hindi) |
| SSC MTS (No Tier 2) | Only Tier 1 CBE. PET for Havaldar: 1600m run in 15 min (Male) / 800m in 12 min (Female) |
| SSC GD Constable | Only CBE. PET: 5km run in 24 min (Male) / 1.6km run in 8.5 min (Female) + PST (height/chest) + Medical |
Practice with free mock tests designed as per the latest SSC exam pattern. No registration required for the first 3 tests!