The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released the SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) 2026 notification through its official website at ssc.gov.in. This recruitment drive is specifically for candidates who have passed Class 12 from a recognized board and want a permanent career in central government offices.
The SSC CHSL exam is one of the most popular government exams in India. It is held every year to fill thousands of posts across central ministries and departments. For students who completed their Class 12 recently, this is one of the earliest and most accessible entry points to a government job.
Posts Available Under SSC CHSL 2026
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant
These posts are placed in various Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations across India. The job comes with a stable salary, government perquisites, and job security.
Basic Eligibility for SSC CHSL
- Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board
- Age and relaxation details as per central government rules
SSC CGL 2026 Also Open — A Big Opportunity for Graduates
While CHSL targets Class 12 pass candidates, the SSC CGL 2026 notification has already been released for 12,256 vacancies and the last date to apply is June 22, 2026. SSC CGL is open to graduates between 18 and 32 years and offers prestigious posts like Income Tax Inspector, CBI Sub-Inspector, Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant, and Upper Division Clerk.
This year, SSC CGL 2026 brings important new changes:
- Sectional timing introduced for the first time in Tier 1: 15 minutes per section (Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English)
- A brand new Paper III added in Tier 2 for Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer posts covering Finance and Economics
Candidates for both CHSL and CGL should complete SSC One-Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC portal before filling any application. Regular updates are available at ssc.gov.in.
