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SSC New Recruitment 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released two major departmental recruitment notifications, offering a significant career advancement opportunity for eligible Central Government employees. Through the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)/Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Grade LDCE 2025 and Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA)/Upper Division Clerk (UDC) Grade LDCE 2025 examinations, SSC aims to fill a total of 376 vacancies across various ministries and government organizations.
Applications are being accepted from June 5, 2026, and the last date to submit online applications is June 26, 2026.
SSC New Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
The two examinations together offer 376 vacancies.
| Examination | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| JSA/LDC Grade LDCE 2025 | 149 Posts |
| SSA/UDC Grade LDCE 2025 | 227 Posts |
| Total | 376 Posts |
Participating Departments
Selected candidates will be appointed in several Central Government ministries and departments, including:
- Ministry of External Affairs
- Armed Forces Headquarters
- Railway Board Secretariat
- Central Administrative Tribunal
- National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO)
- Election Commission of India
- Central Vigilance Commission
- Registrar General of India
- Office of Development Commissioner (MSME)
- Directorate General, Defence Estates
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | June 5, 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | June 5, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | June 26, 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications Through the Proper Channel | July 3, 2026 |
| Last Date for Candidates from Remote Areas | July 10, 2026 |
| Computer-Based Examination | July-August 2026 |
Salary Details
JSA/LDC Grade
- Pay Level-2
- Salary: 19,900 – 63,200
SSA/UDC Grade
- Pay Level-4
- Salary: 25,500 – 81,100
Who Can Apply?
These are Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations (LDCE) and are not open to the general public.
Only eligible Central Government employees working in specified cadres such as Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, Junior Passport Assistant, and other notified categories can apply, subject to department-wise service and educational qualification requirements.
Selection Process
The recruitment process will include:
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
- Written Examination (where applicable)
- Evaluation of Service Records
- Verification of eligibility and service documents
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How to Apply SSC New Recruitment 2026
Candidates must first complete their One-Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC’s new portal. After submitting the online application, a printed copy along with supporting documents must be forwarded through the concerned department or cadre-controlling authority to the SSC Northern Region within the prescribed deadline.
SSC JSA/LDC & SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Both examinations are Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations (LDCE) conducted by SSC for eligible Central Government employees. The selection process generally includes:
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
- Evaluation of Service Records
- Department-specific eligibility verification
Computer-Based Examination Pattern
The exam is objective-type and conducted online.
Subjects Covered
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- General Awareness
- English Language
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Office Procedure and Service Rules
- Departmental Knowledge
The exact distribution of marks may vary slightly depending on the participating department and cadre. Candidates should refer to the detailed scheme mentioned in their respective notifications.
JSA/LDC LDCE Syllabus
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies
- Similarities and Differences
- Coding-Decoding
- Number Series
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense
- Classification
- Non-Verbal Reasoning
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Geography
- Indian Polity
- Economy
- Science
- Government Schemes
- Important Days and Events
English Language
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Error Detection
- Sentence Improvement
- Reading Comprehension
- Precis Writing
Quantitative Aptitude
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Ratio & Proportion
- Time & Work
- Average
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Data Interpretation
- Mensuration
- Algebra
Departmental Knowledge
- CCS Rules
- Office Procedures
- Noting and Drafting
- File Management
- Government Correspondence
- Record Maintenance
SSA/UDC LDCE Syllabus
Since SSA/UDC is a promotion-level examination, the departmental portion is more advanced.
Administrative and Office Procedure
- Central Secretariat Manual of Office Procedure (CSMOP)
- Office Management
- E-Office System
- Record Management
- RTI Act
Establishment and Service Matters
- CCS (Conduct) Rules
- CCS (Leave) Rules
- CCS (CCA) Rules
- Pension Rules
- Vigilance Matters
Financial Rules
- General Financial Rules (GFR)
- Government Procurement
- Budget Basics
- Public Financial Management
English and Drafting
- Official Correspondence
- Office Notes
- Drafting Skills
- Precis Writing
- Comprehension
General Awareness
- Constitution of India
- Government Policies
- National and International Current Affairs
Recommended Preparation Strategy
For JSA/LDC
- Focus on SSC CHSL-level Reasoning, English and Maths.
- Study Office Procedure and CCS Rules.
- Practice previous LDCE papers if available.
For SSA/UDC
- Focus heavily on:
- CCS Rules
- GFR 2017
- Office Procedure Manual
- RTI Act
- Administrative and Establishment Matters
- Improve official drafting and noting skills.
Important Dates
- Application Start: 5 June 2026
- Last Date: 26 June 2026
- Exam: July-August 2026
These examinations are primarily promotion-oriented departmental exams, so candidates should devote significant attention to service rules, office procedures, and departmental administration in addition to general aptitude subjects.
Key Takeaway
SSC’s latest departmental recruitment drive offers 376 vacancies across multiple Central Government departments, creating valuable promotion opportunities for eligible government employees. Interested candidates should complete their applications before June 26, 2026, and ensure that all required documents are submitted through the proper departmental channel.
