SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026 –Apply Online DoPT Cadre
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will hold a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination tentatively in August 2026 for making additions to the Select List of Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade [Pay Level-2, Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)] of the Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS) Cadre of the Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) . Eligible candidates must apply online through the SSC website https://ssc.gov.in from 25 June 2026 to 16 July 2026. The printed copy of the application form must be forwarded by the respective Service/Cadre Controlling Authority to the SSC (Northern Region) by 23 July 2026.
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| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination Type | Limited Departmental Competitive Examination |
| Post Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
| Pay Level | Level-2, Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| Cadre | Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS), DoPT |
| Total Vacancies | 49 (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online (OTR) + Hard Copy through Proper Channel |
| Exam Centre | Delhi – NCR only |
| Category | Central Govt / Departmental Examination |
| Online Application Dates | 25 June 2026 to 16 July 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Hard Copy | 23 July 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Tentative Exam Date | August 2026 |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 16 July 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Hard Copy (Forwarded by Cadre Authority) | 23 July 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Hard Copy (Remote Areas*) | 30 July 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Tentative Exam Date | August 2026 |
*Remote areas include candidates residing abroad, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep.
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Application Fee (Departmental Examination) |
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– Eligibility
A. Service Eligibility (Crucial Date: 01 August 2025)
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Eligible Employees | Any permanent or regularly appointed temporary Group ‘C’ employee having Grade Pay of ₹1,800 |
| Length of Service | Not less than 3 years of regular service as a Group ‘C’ employee with Grade Pay of ₹1,800 on the crucial date (01.08.2025) |
| Ex-Cadre Post | A Group ‘C’ employee on deputation to an ex-cadre post with approval of competent authority is eligible |
| Transfer/Lien | A Group ‘C’ employee appointed to an ex-cadre post or to another service on transfer and continues to have a lien in the Group ‘C’ post is eligible |
B. Educational Qualification
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Must have passed 12th Standard examination from a recognized Board or equivalent |
C. Type-writing Test
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Manual Typewriter | English: 30 w.p.m. OR Hindi: 25 w.p.m. |
| Computer | English: 35 w.p.m. OR Hindi: 30 w.p.m. (10500/9000 KDPH) |
Note: Candidates who have not passed the type-writing test must pass it within one year of appointment, failing which no annual increments shall be allowed. Those who do not pass within the probation period shall be liable to be reverted.
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details
| Service/Cadre | UR | SC | ST | Total | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Secretariat Clerical Service, DoPT | — | — | — | 49* | — |
Note: Category-wise vacancies shall be informed in due course. *Vacancies are tentative.
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– How To Apply
Step 1 – One-Time Registration (OTR):
- Visit SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in
- Click on “Register Now” in the Login/Register section.
- Fill in all personal details, educational details, and contact information.
- Aadhaar-Based Authentication is recommended (though optional with document upload).
- Complete the registration within 14 days (otherwise data will be deleted).
Step 2 – Online Application:
- Login using Registration Number and Password.
- Click “Apply” for the examination under the “Live Exam” tab.
- Fill in all service-related details (Joining Date, Length of Service, HOD details, etc.).
- Capture Live Photograph (must follow instructions – no caps, masks, or spectacles).
- Upload Signature (JPEG format, 10-20 KB, 6.0 cm x 2.0 cm).
- Submit the application online.
Step 3 – Forwarding by Cadre Controlling Authority:
- Take a printout of the submitted online application.
- The application must be verified and forwarded by the Head of Department/Office.
- Forwarded hard copy must reach:
The Regional Director
Staff Selection Commission (Northern Region)
Block No. 12, C.G.O. Complex, Lodhi Road
New Delhi – 110003
Last Date: 23 July 2026 (6:00 PM)
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links
| Online Application Form | Click here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
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| Official Website | Click here |
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | One-Time Registration (OTR) on SSC website |
| 2 | Online Application for the examination |
| 3 | Forwarding of hard copy by Cadre Controlling Authority |
| 4 | Computer Based Examination (CBE) |
| 5 | Final Selection – Based on aggregate performance in CBE only |
| 6 | Merit List – Prepared in order of merit subject to reservation |
Note:
- The Commission may fix minimum qualifying marks for CBE.
- Success in the examination confers no right to selection unless the cadre authority is satisfied about the candidate’s suitability.
- This is a competitive examination, not merely qualifying.
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions
| S.No. | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Only those candidates whose application is forwarded by their Head of Department/Office will be considered. |
| 2 | Applications received after the prescribed last date will be summarily rejected. |
| 3 | No change in entries made in the online application shall be allowed at any stage. |
| 4 | The examination shall be conducted in Delhi – NCR only. |
| 5 | Candidates must carry Departmental Identity Card (Original) along with hard copy of Admission Certificate. |
| 6 | No TA/DA will be provided for attending the examination. |
| 7 | Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, wireless devices, electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited. |
| 8 | Candidates who have not undergone Aadhaar Authentication must carry two recent passport size photographs and original valid Photo-ID proof with date of birth. |
| 9 | PwBD candidates availing scribe facility must carry requisite Medical Certificate/Undertaking. |
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– Documents Required
| S.No. | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Certified true copy of first page of Service Book (duly attested by Head of Department/Office) – showing name, father’s name, nationality, caste, date of birth |
| 2 | Certified particulars of service (posts held with scale of pay, substantive/officiating/temporary/permanent) |
| 3 | 12th Standard Certificate (educational qualification) – if applicable |
| 4 | Disability Certificate – for PwBD candidates |
Note: Only self-attested photocopies should be enclosed. No original documents should be submitted at this stage.
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– Exam Pattern or Syllabus
Computer Based Examination (CBE) – 180 Marks
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Comprehension / General English | 60 | 60 |
| General Knowledge | 60 | 60 |
| CSMOP (Constitution/Service Matters/Office Procedure) | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 180 | 180 |
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Time Duration | 3 hours (4 hours for candidates eligible for scribe) |
| Question Type | Objective Type – Multiple Choice Questions |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks for each wrong answer |
| Medium of Exam | English / Hindi (as opted) – except “General English” which must be attempted in English |
Syllabus
| Subject | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Comprehension (English/Hindi) and General English | Simple composition and Applied Grammar |
| General Knowledge | Current events, matters of everyday observation, experience and general information about India |
| CSMOP | Constitution of India, Service Matters, Office Procedure as per DoPT norms |
SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– Reservation for PwBD Candidates
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Scribe/Assistive Devices | Provided for candidates with Blindness and Cerebral Palsy (subject to request) |
| Compensatory Time | 20 minutes per hour of examination |
| Other PwBD Candidates | Scribe facility on production of certificate that the person has physical limitation to write (Annexure-II) |
| Less than 40% Disability | Scribe facility on production of certificate as per Annexure-III |
Tie-Breaker Rules
| Priority | Method |
|---|---|
| 1 | Marks obtained in ‘Comprehension and General English’ subject of CBE |
| 2 | Marks obtained in ‘General Knowledge’ subject of CBE |
| 3 | Date of birth (older candidates placed higher) |
| 4 | Alphabetical order of names |
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SSC JSA/LDC Examination Recruitment 2026– FAQs
Q1. What is the last date for online application?
The last date for online application is 16 July 2026 (11:00 PM) .
Q2. What is the last date for forwarding the hard copy?
The hard copy must reach SSC (NR) by 23 July 2026 (6:00 PM) .
Q3. Who is eligible to apply?
Group ‘C’ employees of DoPT with Grade Pay of ₹1,800 and 3 years of regular service as on 01.08.2025 .
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
Must have passed 12th Standard from a recognized Board or equivalent.
Q5. What is the pay scale for the post?
Level-2, Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted – ₹19,900 to ₹63,200.
Q6. Where will the examination be held?
Delhi – NCR only.
Q7. What is the scheme of the examination?
Computer Based Examination (CBE) – 180 marks covering General English, General Knowledge, and CSMOP.
Q8. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Q9. What is the duration of the examination?
3 hours (4 hours for candidates eligible for scribe).
Q10. Can I change my application after submission?
No. No change in entries made in the online application shall be allowed at any stage.
Q11. Is there any application fee?
No application fee for this departmental examination.
Q12. What documents are required to be forwarded?
First page of Service Book, particulars of service, 12th certificate (if applicable), and disability certificate (if applicable).