Staff Selection Commission has released the official notice for SSC JSA LDC LDCE Recruitment 2026 for Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025. Eligible departmental candidates can apply online from 05 June 2026 to 26 June 2026 through the SSC official website.
Details for SSC JSA LDC LDCE Recruitment 2026:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission |
| Exam Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 |
| Post Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | 149 |
| Job Type | Central Government Departmental Exam |
| Pay Level | Pay Level-2, Group C, Non-Gazetted |
| Salary | Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Exam Centre | Delhi-NCR only |
| Online Apply Start Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 June 2026, 11:00 PM |
| CBT Exam Date | July–August 2026 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Service / Cadre / Organization | UR | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Passport Organisation, Ministry of External Affairs | 50 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service | 31 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell) | 06 | 01 | 0 | 07 |
| Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service | 08 | 02 | 02 | 12 |
| Central Administrative Tribunal | 01 | 02 | 01 | 04 |
| O/o Registrar General of India | 17 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| National Technical Research Organisation | 07 | 01 | 01 | 09 |
| Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare | 01 | 0 | 0 | 01 |
| Office of the Development Commissioner (MSME) | 12 | 01 | 0 | 13 |
| Central Translation Bureau | 02 | 0 | 0 | 02 |
| Official Language Wing, Legislative Department | 01 | 0 | 0 | 01 |
| Bureau of Police Research & Development | 02 | 0 | 0 | 02 |
Eligibility Criteria
This is a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, so only eligible departmental candidates of the participating cadres/services can apply.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should generally have passed 12th Class or equivalent qualification from a recognized Board or University.
Service Requirement
Candidates must have rendered three years of regular service in the prescribed Group C / MTS / Level-1 grade as applicable to their service or cadre.
Age Limit
For most participating cadres, the maximum age limit is:
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 45 Years |
| SC / ST | 50 Years |
The crucial date for age and service eligibility varies by cadre, such as 01 January 2025, 01 July 2025, or 01 August 2025, as mentioned in the official notice.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| Defence Personnel disabled during the operation | 3 Years |
| Defence Personnel disabled during operation, SC/ST | 8 Years |
Application Fee
For this Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, the notice does not prescribe an application fee for submitting the form. (A separate, non-refundable charge of ₹50 per question applies only if a candidate later chooses to challenge the tentative answer key – this is unrelated to the application itself.)
Selection Process
The selection process for SSC JSA/LDC LDCE Recruitment 2026 will include:
- Paper-I: Short Essay – 100 Marks
- Paper-II: Computer-Based Examination – 100 Marks
- Evaluation of Record of Service / APAR – 60 Marks
Final selection will be made based on aggregate performance in Paper-I, Paper-II and APAR evaluation.
Exam Pattern
Part-I: Computer-Based & Written Examination
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Short Essay | Descriptive | 100 | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Paper-II A | General English or Samanya Hindi | 50 | 50 | 2 hours |
| Paper-II B | General Knowledge | 50 | 50 | 2 hours |
Negative Marking: There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-II.
Syllabus
| Paper | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | One essay of 400–500 words on specified subjects |
| Paper-II Language | Simple composition and applied grammar |
| Paper-II General Knowledge | Current events, everyday observation, and general information about India |
Exam Centre
The examination will be conducted in Delhi-NCR only. Candidates should note that no request for change of examination centre will be entertained.
Documents Required
Candidates must upload or submit the following documents as applicable:
| Document |
|---|
| Certified copy of the first page of the Service Book |
| Certified particulars of service |
| Educational qualification certificate |
| Disability certificate, if applicable |
| Disabled Defence Personnel certificate, if applicable |
| Scanned signature in JPEG format, 10–20 KB |
| Departmental Identity Card for exam day |
How to Apply:
Eligible candidates can apply online by following the steps below:
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
- Complete One Time Registration on the new SSC website, if not already done.
- Log in using registration details.
- Open the application form for Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025.
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature and required documents.
- Preview the application form before final submission.
- Submit the online application before 26 June 2026, 11:00 PM.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form.
- Forward the printed application with documents through the proper departmental channel.
Important Instructions
Candidates must submit only one application form. Multiple applications may lead to rejection. The printed copy of the online application form must be forwarded by the respective Head of Department / Head of Office to the SSC Northern Region office within the prescribed date.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 June 2026, 11:00 PM |
| Last Date for Receipt of Printed Application | 03 July 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Last Date for candidates abroad / A&N / Lakshadweep | 10 July 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Computer-Based Examination | July–August 2026 |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – SSC JSA LDC LDCE Recruitment 2026
What is the last date to apply for SSC JSA/LDC LDCE Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 26 June 2026 up to 11:00 PM.
How many vacancies are available under SSC JSA/LDC LDCE 2026?
There are 149 tentative vacancies.
What is the salary for SSC JSA/LDC posts?
The post carries Pay Level-2, with a salary of Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200.
Who can apply for this recruitment?
Only eligible departmental candidates from the participating services/cadres can apply.
Where will the examination be held?
The examination will be held in Delhi-NCR only.