SSC Member Recruitment 2026 (Deputation Basis)

The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) is filling one post of Member, Staff Selection Commission (SSC) at New Delhi on a deputation basis. This is a Joint Secretary-level position in Level 14 of the Pay Matrix, with a salary range of Rs. 1,44,200 to Rs. 2,18,200 per month. Only serving Central Government officers (including All India Services and Central Group 'A' Services) who meet the eligibility criteria can apply, through their parent department, by 21 July 2026.

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Member Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post (Deputation)

The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (Department of Personnel and Training) issued this Office Memorandum on 21 May 2026 to fill the one post of Member, Staff Selection Commission, New Delhi. This is not a direct recruitment open to the general public - only Central Government officers who are nominated and forwarded by their own Ministry, Department, or State Government can apply. The notice has been circulated to all Central Ministries/Departments and State Governments/UTs, including the Government of Sikkim, so that eligible officers under them can be identified and their applications forwarded through proper channel.

The Staff Selection Commission is a central government body that conducts recruitment examinations for various Group B and Group C posts across ministries and departments - such as SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, and CPO. As a Member of the Commission, you would be part of its top decision-making body at the Joint Secretary level, working alongside the Chairman and other Members on policy, examination matters, and overall governance of the Commission.

Deputation postings like this allow experienced officers to bring their expertise to specialized central bodies for a fixed period before returning to their parent cadre, or continuing until superannuation as explained below. This route is commonly used by the Government of India to staff apex bodies such as the SSC, UPSC, and various regulatory commissions with officers who already have deep administrative experience.

Who Can Apply?

• Service Eligibility: You must be an officer of the Central Government (including All India Services and Central Group 'A' Services) who is either (a) holding an analogous post on a regular basis in your parent cadre/department, or (b) has 5 years' regular service in Level-13 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 1,23,100-2,15,900) or equivalent in your parent cadre/department.
• Qualification: You need a Post Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution.
• Experience: You need at least 10 years of experience in dealing with Service, Administrative, Vigilance, Establishment, and Financial matters.
• Additional Note: The eligibility and selection criteria above are exactly as prescribed in Annexure-I of the Office Memorandum dated 21 May 2026.

Age Limit

• You should not be older than 59 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications, i.e. 21 July 2026.
• Tenure: If selected, you will hold office for five years or until you turn 62 years old, whichever is earlier. If you are a serving officer, you will remain on deputation until superannuation and may then be considered for an extension on re-employment terms, subject to the same upper age limit and tenure.

Salary

• The post carries a salary of Rs. 1,44,200 to Rs. 2,18,200 per month in Level 14 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix.
• You will also get DA, HRA, and other allowances as admissible to Central Government officers of this level.

Selection Process

There is no written exam or interview mentioned for this deputation post - selection is based on eligibility screening and document verification of the applications forwarded through proper channel.

1. Document Verification: Your bio-data, service record, APAR dossier, and clearances will be checked against the eligibility criteria before you are considered for the post.

How to Apply

You cannot apply directly - your application must be forwarded by your Ministry, Department, or State Government through proper channel.

1. Fill in your bio-data using the proforma given in Annexure-II of the notification.
2. Get the checklist in Annexure-III verified and signed by your Controlling Authority.
3. Attach clear photocopies of your up-to-date APAR dossier for at least the last five years, attested by a Group 'A' officer.
4. Include an attested statement of your APAR grading for the last five years.
5. Get cadre clearance and clearance from the vigilance and disciplinary angle.
6. Attach a statement of any major or minor penalties during the last 10 years, if applicable.
7. Ensure your complete application reaches the Section Officer, PP (B-I), Department of Personnel and Training, Kartavya Bhavan 3, New Delhi-110001, by 21 July 2026, 5:00 PM.

Only apply if you can join the post immediately upon selection and your department can relieve you right away. Once forwarded, your application cannot be withdrawn, and incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Important Dates

Keep these dates in mind if you, or an officer you know, plans to apply for this post:

• Notification (OM) Date: 21 May 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 21 July 2026, 5:00 PM

• Participate in policy-making and governance decisions of the Staff Selection Commission
• Oversee the planning and conduct of recruitment examinations under the Commission
• Review examination processes to ensure transparency and fairness
• Handle administrative, vigilance, establishment, and financial matters related to the Commission's functioning
• Coordinate with the Chairman and other Members on strategic and operational matters
• Address grievances and represent the Commission in official and inter-departmental matters
• Ensure compliance with government rules and regulations in all Commission activities