About Staff Selection Commission Recruitment 2026
Staff Selection Commission has officially announced the recruitment process for Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Recruitment 2017. A total of 3259 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive.
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Key highlights: age requirement is 18 to 27 years, the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details â Total 3259 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 898 | Passed 10+2 Intermediate Exam in any Recognized Board in India | â |
| Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant | 2359 | Passed 10+2 Intermediate Exam in any Recognized Board in India | â |
| Data Entry Operator | 2 | Passed 10+2 Intermediate Exam with Science Stream with Mathematics as a compulsory subject | â |
Important Dates
| Application Begin | 18/11/2017 |
| Last Date Apply Online | 27/12/2017 upto 05:00 PM Only |
| Last Date Pay Exam Fee | 27/12/2017 |
| Last Date Offline Payment | 29/12/2017 |
| Online Pre Exam Date | 04-26 March 2018 |
| Last Date View Answer Key | 26/04/2018 |
| Tier Ii Exam Date | 15/07/2018 |
| Last Date View Tier I Marks | 13/08/2018 |
| Tier Ii Result Declared | 10/05/2019 |
| Skill Test Exam Held On | 26/08/2019 to 20/09/2019 |
| Final Result Declared | 20/12/2019 |
| Final Result Marks | 26/12/2019 |
Application Fee
| General | 100 |
| OBC | 100 |
| SC | 0 |
| ST | 0 |
| PH / / / PwD | 0 |
| 0 | |
| Payment / Method | Pay through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or SBI E Challan Mode Only |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 27 Years |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01/08/2018 |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
10+2 Intermediate in any recognized board; for Data Entry Operator, 10+2 with Science with Mathematics as compulsory subject
Selection Process
Tier I (Computer Based Exam)
Tier II (Descriptive Paper)
Skill Test (Typing/Data Entry Test)
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Staff Selection Commission â the official website.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Recruitment 2017.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What was the total number of vacancies for SSC CHSL 2017?
The total number of vacancies was 3259.
How many vacancies were there for LDC/JSA?
There were 898 vacancies for LDC/JSA.
What was the eligibility for Data Entry Operator?
Data Entry Operator required 10+2 with Science stream and Mathematics as a compulsory subject.
What was the application fee for General category?
The application fee for General/OBC was Rs. 100.
When was the last date to apply online?
The last date to apply online was 27 December 2017 up to 05:00 PM.
When was the Tier I exam conducted?
The Tier I exam was conducted from 4 to 26 March 2018.
When was the final result declared?
The final result was declared on 20 December 2019.
What was the age limit for this recruitment?
The age limit was 18 to 27 years as on 01/08/2018.
What was the fee for female candidates?
Female candidates of all categories were exempted from paying fee (Rs. 0).
What is the selection process for SSC CHSL?
The selection process includes Tier I (Computer Based Exam), Tier II (Descriptive Paper), and Skill Test (Typing/Data Entry).
When was the skill test held?
The skill test was held from 26 August to 20 September 2019.
How many posts were available for Postal Assistant?
There were 2359 posts for Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant.
What was the qualifying examination for LDC/PA?
Candidates must have passed 10+2 Intermediate from a recognized board.
When were the Tier I marks released?
The Tier I marks were released on 13 August 2018.
What was the fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates?
SC, ST, and PwD candidates were exempted from payment (Rs. 0).
Important Links
Important links will be added once the official notification is released.