SSC CHSL 2025: Apply for 3131 LDC, JSA, DEO Posts by July 18

Advt. No.: HQ-C1102/9/2025-C-1
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) invites online applications for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2025, a competitive examination for recruitment to Group C posts including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operators (DEO) in various Ministries/Departments/Offices of the Government of India, Constitutional Bodies, Statutory Bodies, and Tribunals.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 23/06/2025, 10:00 AM IST
• Online Application Last Date: 18/07/2025, 11:00 PM IST
• Online Fee Payment Last Date: 19/07/2025, 11:00 PM IST
• Application Correction Window: 23/07/2025 to 24/07/2025, 11:00 PM IST
• Tier-I (Computer-Based Examination) Dates: 08/09/2025 to 18/09/2025
• Tier-II (Computer-Based Examination) Dates: February–March 2026
• Toll-Free Helpline: 1800-309-3063 (for application issues)

Vacancy Details

• Total Vacancies: Approximately 3131 (tentative, subject to change).
• Post Details:
  • Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA): Pay Level-2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200).
  • Data Entry Operator (DEO): Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100) and Level-5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300).
  • Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’: Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100).
• Vacancy Updates: Firm vacancies, post-wise, and category-wise details will be updated on https://ssc.gov.in under Candidate’s Corner > Tentative Vacancy.
• Note:
  • State/Zone-wise vacancies not collected by SSC; candidates to contact User Departments for details.
  • Vacancies in Border Roads Organization (BRO) for LDC are for male candidates only.

Reservation

• Categories:
  • Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), Ex-Servicemen (ESM), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
• PwBD Suitability: Per Notification No. 38-16/2020-DD-III dated 04/01/2021:
  • Data Entry Operator/DEO Grade ‘A’:
    • Functional Requirements: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Manipulation with Fingers, Reading & Writing, Seeing, Hearing.
    • Suitable Disabilities: Low Vision (LV), Deaf (D), Hard of Hearing (HH), One Arm (OA), Both Arms (BA), One Leg (OL), Both Legs (BL), One Arm & One Leg (OAL), Cerebral Palsy (CP), Leprosy Cured (LC), Dwarfism (Dw), Acid Attack Victims (AAV), Muscular Dystrophy (MDy), Spinal Deformity/Injury (SD/SI) without neurological/limb dysfunction, Autism Spectrum Disorder (Mild), Intellectual Disability (ID), Specific Learning Disability (SLD), Mental Illness (MI), Multiple Disabilities (MD).
  • LDC/JSA:
    • Functional Requirements: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Bending, Reading & Writing, Seeing, Hearing, Communication, Manipulation with Fingers.
    • Suitable Disabilities: Blind (B), Low Vision (LV), Deaf (D), Hard of Hearing (HH), One Arm (OA), Both Arms (BA), One Leg (OL), Both Legs (BL), One Arm & One Leg (OAL), Cerebral Palsy (CP), Leprosy Cured (LC), Dwarfism (Dw), Acid Attack Victims (AAV), Muscular Dystrophy (MDy), Spinal Deformity/Injury (SD/SI) without neurological/limb dysfunction, Autism Spectrum Disorder (Mild, Moderate), Intellectual Disability (ID), Specific Learning Disability (SLD), Mental Illness (MI), Multiple Disabilities (MD).
• Note:
  • Reservation implemented by User Departments; SSC only selects candidates based on reported vacancies.
  • Suitability for PwBD subject to exemptions by indenting Ministries/Departments.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

• Eligible Candidates:
  • Citizens of India.
  • Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan.
  • Persons of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with intent to settle permanently in India.
• Certificate of Eligibility: Required for non-Indian citizens; appointment offered only after issuance by Government of India.

Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)

• Age Range: 18–27 years (born between 02/01/1999 and 01/01/2008).
• Age Relaxations:
  • SC/ST: 5 years.
  • OBC: 3 years.
  • PwBD (Unreserved): 10 years.
  • PwBD (OBC): 13 years.
  • PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years.
  • Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years after deducting military service from actual age as on 01/01/2026.
  • Defence Personnel (disabled in operations): 3 years (8 years for SC/ST).
  • Central Govt. Civilian Employees (Group C, 3+ years service): Up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST).
  • Widows/Divorced Women (not remarried): Up to 35 years (40 years for SC/ST).
• Note:
  • Age based on Matriculation/Secondary Certificate; no changes post-submission.
  • ESM already employed in Group C/D posts cannot claim ESM reservation but may avail age relaxation for subsequent jobs with self-declaration (per DoP&T OM No. 36034/1/2014-Estt (Res) dated 14/08/2014).
  • ESM must acquire status via retirement/discharge (not misconduct) or complete engagement within 1 year from 18/07/2026.
  • Matriculate ESM with 15+ years of Armed Forces service eligible for Group C posts under ESM quota.
  • No age relaxation for dependents of ESM.

Educational Qualifications (as on 01/01/2026)

• LDC/JSA and DEO/DEO Grade ‘A’ (except specific Ministries):
  • Passed 12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized Board/University.
• DEO/DEO Grade ‘A’ (Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Ministry of Culture, SSC):
  • 12th Standard pass in Science stream with Mathematics from a recognized Board or equivalent.
• Provisional Applicants: Candidates appearing in 12th Standard can apply but must possess essential qualification by 01/01/2026.
• Open & Distance Learning: Degrees/diplomas via Open and Distance Learning recognized if approved by Distance Education Bureau, UGC.
• Exceptions: Engineering, medical, and related programs not permitted via Open and Distance Learning (except B.Tech. from IGNOU enrolled up to 2009–10, per Supreme Court order).
• Document Verification: Candidates must produce original 12th certificates/mark sheets at DV; failure leads to cancellation.
• Equivalent Qualifications: Candidates with equivalent qualifications must provide Equivalence Certificate at DV; final selection by User Departments.

Selection Process

• Stage-1: Tier-I (Computer-Based Examination):
  • Mode: Online, objective MCQs.
  • Structure: Details not provided in document; typically includes:
    • General Intelligence & Reasoning.
    • General Awareness.
    • Quantitative Aptitude.
    • English Language.
  • Duration: Likely 1 hour (1 hour 20 minutes for PwBD with scribe, based on SSC norms).
  • Marking: Expected +1 for correct answer, -0.25 for incorrect answer (per SSC standards).
  • Language Options: Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu (Annexure-XVI).
  • Qualifying Criteria: Category-wise cut-offs set by SSC.
• Stage-2: Tier-II (Computer-Based Examination):
  • Mode: Online, objective and descriptive components (details unavailable).
  • Tentative Dates: February–March 2026.
• Skill/Typing Test (if applicable):
  • For DEO: Data Entry Speed Test (details not provided; typically 8,000–15,000 key depressions per hour).
  • For LDC/JSA: Typing Test (details not provided; typically 35 wpm in English, 30 wpm in Hindi).
  • PwBD Exemption: Candidates with ≥40% disability may be exempt from Typing/Skill Test with medical certificate (Annexure-XIV).
• Document Verification (DV):
  • Conducted by User Departments post-result.
  • Required Documents:
    • 12th certificate/mark sheet.
    • Caste/Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/ESM, Annexures X, XIII, XV).
    • Disability certificate (Annexure-XIII for PwBD, Annexure-I/IA for scribe eligibility).
    • Photo ID (Aadhar/Voter ID/Driving License/PAN).
    • Equivalence Certificate (if applicable).
• BRO-Specific Requirements (LDC, Male Candidates):
  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET): One-mile run in 10 minutes at GREF Centre, Pune (Annexure-XVII, Schedule-I).
  • Physical Standards (Annexure-XVII, Schedule-II):
    • Western Himalayan: 158 cm height, 75 cm chest (+5 cm), 47.5 kg weight.
    • Eastern Himalayan: 152 cm height, 75 cm chest (+5 cm), 47.5 kg weight.
    • West Plain: 162.5 cm height, 76 cm chest (+5 cm), 50 kg weight.
    • Eastern Plain/Central/Southern: 157 cm height, 75 cm chest (+5 cm), 50 kg weight.
    • Relaxations: 2 cm height, 1 cm chest, 2 kg weight for Gorkhas, sons of GREF personnel.
  • Medical Standards (Annexure-XVII, Schedule-III):
    • General: Sound health, BMI ≥18, no nervous instability, no tattoos (except inner forearms/palm).
    • Visual: 6/12 each eye (correctable), unaided 6/60.
    • Permanent Rejection: Impaired constitution, deafness, squint, chronic infections, tattoos on other body parts.
    • Temporary Rejection: Correctable defects (e.g., vision with glasses, minor dental issues); re-examination within 2–3 months.
  • Medical Examination: By BRO Medical Board; appeal within 60 days for unfit candidates (Rs. 40 for permanent unfit re-examination).
  • Induction: Medically fit candidates trained at GREF Centre, Pune, then posted anywhere in India.

Application Process

How to Apply

• Mode: Online only via https://ssc.gov.in or SSC mobile app (Google Play Store).
• Steps:
  1. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with Aadhar authentication.
  2. Upload photograph (20–50 KB, JPG, captured live via application module) and signature (10–20 KB, JPG, 6.0 cm x 2.0 cm).
  3. Fill application form, select post preferences, and upload certificates (e.g., PwBD, scribe-related).
  4. Pay application fee online.
  5. Preview and download application form.
• Photograph Guidelines:
  • Live capture, plain background, eye-level camera, full frontal view, no cap/glasses.
  • Aadhar-authenticated applications not rejected for photo/signature issues.
• Correction Window: 23/07/2025 to 24/07/2025 (charges: Rs. 200 first correction, Rs. 500 second correction).
• Note:
  • Latest application considered for multiple submissions.
  • Incomplete/invalid applications rejected.

Application Fee

• General/OBC: Rs. 100 (non-refundable).
• SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Women: Nil.
• Payment Mode: Online (BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa/MasterCard/Maestro/RuPay Debit/Credit Cards).
• Deadline: 19/07/2025, 11:00 PM IST.

Documents to Upload

• Photograph: Live capture, 20–50 KB, JPG.
• Signature: 10–20 KB, JPG, 6.0 cm x 2.0 cm.
• Certificates (if applicable):
  • PwBD: Annexure-XIII (≥40% disability), Annexure-I/IA (writing difficulty).
  • Scribe: Annexure-II/IIA, scribe’s ID proof photocopy.
  • OBC: Annexure-X (non-creamy layer, valid as on 18/07/2025).
  • EWS: Annexure-XV (valid for FY 2025–26, based on FY 2024–25 income).
• DV Documents:
  • Matriculation certificate (DoB proof).
  • 12th certificate/mark sheet.
  • Caste/Category certificates.
  • Disability certificate.
  • ESM discharge certificate.
  • Photo ID matching application details.
  • Equivalence Certificate (if applicable).

Scribe Guidelines (PwBD/PwD)

• Eligibility:
  • PwBD (≥40% disability): Blindness, Both Arms Affected (BA), Cerebral Palsy (Annexure-XIII).
  • PwD (<40% disability): Writing difficulty certified by CMO/Civil Surgeon (Annexure-I/IA).
• Rules:
  • Option for own scribe or SSC-provided scribe (select during application).
  • Own scribe:
    • Must complete OTR with Aadhar authentication.
    • Qualification one step below candidate’s.
    • Not a candidate in this exam or debarred by SSC.
    • Submit ID proof photocopy (signed) and Annexure-II/IIA.
  • Scribe registration: Via SSC portal during Admission Certificate generation; OTP-based process.
  • Compensatory Time: 20 minutes per hour for scribe users or eligible PwBD/PwD without scribe.
  • Documents: Submit Annexure-XIII/I/IA/II/IIA at exam and DV; failure leads to cancellation.
• Other:
  • Partially blind candidates using magnifying glass (self-provided) not entitled to scribe.
  • No attendants allowed except scribe.

Examination Centres

• Locations: Across India (e.g., Bhagalpur, Patna, Agra, Lucknow, Kolkata, Bhubaneswar; partial list on Page 14).
• Regional Offices:
  • Central Region (Bihar, UP): Prayagraj (http://www.ssc-cr.org).
  • Eastern Region (A&N Islands, Jharkhand, Odisha, etc.): Details truncated.
• Note: Candidates select 3 preferences; SSC may cancel/redirect centres; no changes post-submission.

BRO-Specific Instructions (LDC, Male Candidates)

• Physical Efficiency Test: One-mile run (10 minutes) at GREF Centre, Pune.
• Physical Standards:
  • Western Himalayan: 158 cm height, 75 cm chest (+5 cm), 47.5 kg.
  • Eastern Himalayan: 152 cm height, 75 cm chest (+5 cm), 47.5 kg.
  • West Plain: 162.5 cm height, 76 cm chest (+5 cm), 50 kg.
  • Eastern Plain/Central/Southern: 157 cm height, 75 cm chest (+5 cm), 50 kg.
  • Relaxations: 2 cm height, 1 cm chest, 2 kg weight for Gorkhas, sons of GREF personnel.
• Medical Standards:
  • General: Sound health, BMI ≥18, no nervous instability, no tattoos (except inner forearms/palm).
  • Visual: 6/12 each eye (correctable), unaided 6/60.
  • Permanent Rejection: Impaired constitution, deafness, squint, chronic infections, tattoos on other body parts.
  • Temporary Rejection: Correctable defects (e.g., vision with glasses, minor dental issues); re-examination within 2–3 months.
• Medical Examination: By BRO Medical Board; appeal within 60 days for unfit candidates (Rs. 40 for permanent unfit re-examination).
• Induction: Medically fit candidates trained at GREF Centre, Pune, then posted anywhere in India.

General Instructions

• Admit Card: Download from https://ssc.gov.in 4 days before exam; no hard copies sent.
• Prohibited Items: Mobiles, calculators, smartwatches banned in exam halls.
• Misconduct: Fraudulent claims (e.g., false SC/ST/OBC/PwBD status) lead to debarment/FIR.
• Certificates:
  • SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/ESM certificates mandatory at DV; formats in Annexures (X, XIII, XV).
  • OBC: Non-creamy layer status as on 18/07/2025.
  • EWS: Income & Asset certificate for FY 2025–26 (based on FY 2024–25).
• Provisional Candidature: Subject to certificate verification by User Departments.
• No Re-evaluation: Answer sheets not re-checked.
• Updates: Check https://ssc.gov.in for announcements.

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