SSC CHSL 10+2 Recruitment 2026: 2,536 Posts, Apply Before 07 October 2026
SSC CHSL 10+2 Level 2026 : Short Details
| Notification No. | Not Stated In Notification |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level — CHSL |
| Total Vacancy | Approx. 2,536 Tentative Posts |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in (SSC) |
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released a notice for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. The official notice states there are approx. 2,536 tentative vacancies, with final vacancies to be determined after scrutiny of the documents submitted by the user departments. Online applications are open from 07 September 2026 to 07 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | 07 September 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 07 October 2026 (23:00 Hours) |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 08 October 2026 |
| Correction Window | 14 – 16 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | Will Be Notified Later |
| Admit Card | Before the Examination |
| Result Declared | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / Female | No Fee |
| PH Candidates | No Fee |
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Minimum Age (as on 01 August 2026) | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age (as on 01 August 2026) | 27 Years |
The crucial date for age reckoning is fixed as 01 August 2026 in accordance with the DoP&T Office Memorandum on age relaxation. The age limit differs for some post groups — check the notice for the limit applicable to your post.
Educational Qualification
[‘Essential Educational Qualification (as on 07 October 2026)’]
For Data Entry Operator (DEO) / DEO Grade ‘A’ in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Staff Selection Commission and Ministry of Culture: 12th Standard pass from a recognised board.
The qualification for the other post groups, including Storekeeper, Sorting Assistant, Canteen Attendant and other lower divisional posts, is given in the official SSC notice.
Failure to produce the supporting documents required for the post during document verification will lead to cancellation of candidature.
Only male candidates are eligible for any vacancy reported by the Border Roads Organization (BRO).
Please read the official SSC notice for the complete post-wise educational qualification and the post groups covered by this examination.
How To Apply Online
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in
- Read the official Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026 notice
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you have not already done so
- Log in to the SSC candidate portal and fill in the CHSL 2026 application form
- Pay the application fee online and submit before 07 October 2026, 23:00 hours
- The correction window runs from 14 to 16 October 2026
Important Links
| Apply Online (SSC) | Click Here |
| One Time Registration (SSC) | Click Here |
| Official Notice of Advertisement (PDF) | Click Here |
| SSC Login | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2026?
The last date and time for receipt of online applications is 07 October 2026 at 23:00 hours, as fixed in the official notice.
How many posts are there in SSC CHSL 2026?
The official notice states there are approx. 2,536 tentative vacancies. Final vacancies will be determined after scrutiny of the documents by the user departments.
Is the 2,536 figure final?
No. The notice clearly states these are tentative vacancies, and updated vacancies will be published later after document scrutiny by the user departments.
What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2026?
Age is reckoned as on 01 August 2026: minimum 18 years and maximum 27 years, with relaxation as per government rules.
What is the application fee for SSC CHSL 2026?
₹100/- for General, OBC and EWS candidates. There is no fee for SC, ST, female and PH candidates.
What is the educational qualification for CHSL 2026?
For DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ posts: 12th Standard pass from a recognised board, as on 07 October 2026. Other post groups have their own requirements in the official notice.
What is the correction window for SSC CHSL 2026?
You can correct your application between 14 and 16 October 2026.
Important Notes
- The 2,536 figure is tentative, as stated in the official SSC notice. Final vacancies will be published after scrutiny of the documents submitted by the user departments.
- The last date for the form is 07 October 2026 at 23:00 hours, but the fee payment deadline is 08 October 2026 — these are different dates, so pay in time.
- The age reckoning date is 01 August 2026, while the educational qualification is judged as on 07 October 2026. Note both dates.
- This is the CHSL 2026 recruitment. It is a different examination from the CHSL 2025 FRTA result for the previous cycle — do not confuse the two.
- Failure to produce the documents required for the post at the time of verification will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Only male candidates are eligible for vacancies reported by the Border Roads Organization (BRO).