SSC Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Data Entry Operator (DEO) Recruitment 2026
Posted: 9 Sept 2026 · Updated: 9 Sept 2026
Key Highlights
Total Vacancies
2,536
Min. Qualification
12th Pass
Salary Range
₹19,900 – ₹92,300
Last Date
7 Oct 2026
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026 to recruit 2,536 tentative vacancies for Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) in various Central Government departments. Last date for application 7th October 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 7 Sept 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 2026-10-14 to 2026-10-16 |
18 years
27 years
Age Limit (as on 01-08-2026):
18 to 27 years (candidates born between 02-08-1999 and 01-08-2008)
Upper Age Relaxation: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 deduction of military service
Class 12th Pass: Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
For DEO / DEO Grade 'A': Science stream with Mathematics as a subject in Class 12th for specific ministries/departments.
Appearing Candidates: Candidates appearing in Class 12th can apply provided they acquire the qualification on or before 07-10-2026.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Free |
- 1Tier-I Computer Based Examination
- 2Tier-II Computer Based Examination and Skill Test / Typing Test
- 3Document Verification
Vacancies & Posts Breakdown:
Total tentative vacancies: 2,536
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA): Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200)
Data Entry Operator (DEO): Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100) or Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 - ₹92,300)
Data Entry Operator, Grade 'A': Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100)
Frequently Asked Questions
The last date to submit your application is 7 Oct 2026.
There are a total of 2,536 vacancies for this recruitment.
Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years old.
The minimum required qualification is 12th Pass.
The salary range is ₹19,900 - ₹92,300.