Last Updated: 9 January 2026 | Based on Official SSC Announcements & Calendar
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will conduct multiple recruitment examinations in 2026 for central government jobs — from Matric-level to Graduate-level posts. This comprehensive guide consolidates official SSC exam schedules, eligibility criteria, selection process facts and preparation tips for aspirants, ensuring you neither miss deadlines nor prepare inefficiently.
Key confirmed dates (from SSC notices) and tentative timelines (from the SSC exam calendar and latest announcements) are included below. Always cross-verify on the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) for final changes.
This post will be regularly updated as soon as SSC releases official notifications.
🔎 Quick Review — SSC 2026 Exams At a Glance
- 📅 Exam Authority: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- 📌 Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Examination (CBE) for most posts
- 🎯 Levels Covered: 10th pass, 12th pass, Graduate, Engineering & Specialized posts
- 🗂️ Confirmed Exam Dates: CGL Tier-2, GD & MTS in early 2026
- 🏆 Expected & Tentative Schedules: CGL 2026, CHSL 2026, SI, JE, Stenographer, Translator
- 🔗 Official Source: SSC annual calendar and individual SSC notices
- 📍 Important Note: Dates labelled Confirmed are announced by SSC; Tentative schedules are based on the official exam year calendar.
🔔 List of SSC Upcoming Exams 2026
- JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination
- SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination
- ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination
- SSC CGL 2026 (Combined Graduate Level)
- SSC CHSL 2026 (10+2)
- SSC CPO 2026 (Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & Central Armed Police Forces Examination)
- SSC GD Constable 2026 (Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), NIA, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles)
- SSC MTS & Havaldar 2026
- SSC JE 2026 (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical)
- SSC Stenographer Grade C & D 2026
- SSC Selection Posts & Combined Hindi Translators Posts
📌 Estimated & Tentative SSC Exam Dates — From SSC Calendar
The official SSC Tentative Exam Calendar 2026–27 was released outlining months for exam notifications and tests for major recruitments such as CGL 2026, CHSL 2026, JE, SI & others:
📅 SSC Exam Calendar (Tentative)
| Examination | Notification Date | Exam Date / Month |
|---|---|---|
| JSA / LDC Grade LDCE, 2025 (for DoPT only) | 16 March 2026 | May 2026 |
| SSA / UDC Grade LDCE, 2025 (for DoPT only) | 16 March 2026 | May 2026 |
| ASO Grade LDCE, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | May 2026 |
| Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination, 2026 | March 2026 | May – June 2026 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination, 2026 | March 2026 | May – June 2026 |
| Selection Post Examination, Phase-XIV, 2026 | March 2026 | May – July 2026 |
| Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 | April 2026 | July – September 2026 |
| Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026 | April 2026 | August – September 2026 |
| Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026 | April 2026 | August – September 2026 |
| Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff & Havaldar Examination, 2026 | June 2026 | September – November 2026 |
| Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs Examination, 2026 | May 2026 | October – November 2026 |
| Constable (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF & Assam Rifles Examination, 2027 | September 2026 | January – March 2027 |
Note: SSC Tentative Calendar of Examinations for the Year 2026–2027 (released on 08 January 2026). Dates are tentative and subject to change by SSC.
🎓 Official Eligibility Criteria and Post Details
Here is the official eligibility for major SSC exams. Always cross-verify with the specific SSC notification before applying.
🔹 SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL)
- Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
- Some specific posts may require special subjects (Maths/Statistics)
- Age Limit: Typically 18–32 years (varies by post and category)
- Posts: Group B & C central government jobs
🔹 SSC CHSL (10+2 Level)
- Qualification: 12th pass or equivalent
- Age Limit: Usually 18–27 years
- Posts: LDC, JSA, DEO, PA/SA
🔹 SSC CPO (SI in Delhi Police & CAPFs)
- Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree
- Physical Standards: Height, chest, running norms as per notification
- Age Limit: 20–25 years (varies by category)
- Posts Covered: Sub-Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police & Sub-Inspector (SI) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)
🔹 SSC GD Constable
- Minimum Qualification: 10th pass
- Physical & Medical Standards: Mandatory as per post requirements
🔹 SSC MTS & Havaldar
- Qualification: 10th pass
- Selection: Written test followed by skill/efficiency tests for some posts
- Posts: Group C non-technical posts
🔹 SSC JE (Junior Engineer)
- Qualification: Diploma OR Degree in relevant Engineering discipline
🔹 SSC Stenographer
- Qualification: 12th pass
- Skill Test: Stenography mandatory
🔹 SSC Selection Posts
- Qualification: Varies by post (Matric, 12th, Graduate depending on code)
🔹 SSC Hindi Translator
- Qualification: Master’s Degree in Hindi/English with translation requirements
Important: Age relaxations apply for reserved categories and departmental candidates as per Government of India rules.
⚠️ Important Clarification – Departmental (LDCE) Exams
The SSC calendar 2026–27 also includes Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations (LDCE) such as:
- JSA / LDC LDCE
- SSA / UDC LDCE
- ASO Grade LDCE
🚫 Not for General Candidates
These exams are:
- ONLY for eligible departmental employees
- Conducted as promotion exams
- Governed by DoPT and departmental service rules
This clarification avoids false expectations and wasted preparation time.
📝 How to Apply (Official Process)
- Visit the official SSC portal: https://ssc.gov.in
- Click on Latest Notices / Apply
- Fill in personal, educational & category details
- Upload documents per specification
- Pay fees online and submit within deadline
Always download and save your confirmation page.
📝 How to Prepare for SSC Exams 2026
- Focus on General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Improve Quantitative Aptitude
- Practice English Language daily
- Stay updated with Current Affairs
- Solve previous year SSC question papers
Which SSC Exam Should You Apply for in 2026?
- 10th pass candidates → SSC GD, SSC MTS
- 12th pass candidates → SSC CHSL, SSC Stenographer
- Graduates → SSC CGL, SSC Selection Post
- Engineering graduates → SSC JE
🗓️ Confirmed Past SSC Exams (2025 Notices with Exam Dates in 2026)
🔹 SSC GD Constable 2025 – Confirmed
- Post Name: Constable (GD)
- Departments: CAPFs, Assam Rifles, SSF
- Qualification: 10th Pass
- Last Date to Apply: 31 December 2025 (Registration Closed)
- Exam Date Declared : 23 February 2026
- Self-Slotting: To be announced separately by SSC
- Exam Mode: CBT → PET/PST → Medical
📌 Read Detailed Notification here
🔹 SSC MTS & Havaldar 2025 – Confirmed
- Post Name: MTS & Havaldar
- Post Category: Group C
- Exam Date Declared : 04 February 2026
- Exam Mode: CBT → PET/PST → Medical
- Self-Slotting Start Date: 15 January 2026 onwards
📌 Read Detailed Notification here
📌 This for those applicants who applied in 2025. Upcoming same exam notified down below for 2026.
🔹 SSC CGL 2025 Tier-II 2025 — Confirmed
- Exam Dates: 18 & 19 January 2026 (confirmed)
- Stage: Tier-II CBE for qualified candidates
- Candidates Appearing: 1,39,395+ candidates qualified from Tier-I
- Posts Covered: Group B & C government posts across departments
- Why It Matters: Tier-II completion paves way for final shortlists and job offers in 2026–27.
📈 Common Aspirant Problems & Solutions
❗ Problem: “Dates keep changing”
Solution: Use the SSC official exam calendar as baseline; update preparation no earlier than official notifications — not rumours.
❗ Problem: “I’m unsure which exam I’m eligible for”
Solution: Start with the highest exam you qualify for (e.g., CGL if graduate). For multiple eligibility, plan prep for overlapping syllabi.
❗ Problem: “I missed application deadline”
Solution: Track Official SSC web notifications every week — dates are published well before deadlines.
❗ Problem: “I don’t know what to study”
Solution: Break syllabus into:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English Language
- General Awareness
Practice previous years’ papers and timed mocks.
📌 Final Thoughts
This article blends the latest confirmed SSC exam announcements and the tentative exam calendar 2026 — all based on official releases (SSC & major Indian national news). Bookmark this page and revisit closer to each notification release for exact dates and updates.
If you want individual posts on exam syllabus, cut-off analysis, preparation strategy or admit card updates, ask me for the next article!
# Important Links
- Official site : SSC.GOV.IN
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