SSC Selection Post Phase XIV Recruitment 2026 — 3003 Vacancies

SSC is hiring for 3003 Selection Posts (Phase XIV) in Group B and Group C across central government ministries, departments, and organisations. If you have passed 10th, 12th, or have a graduation degree, you can apply online before 4 May 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 44,900 per month depending on the post and pay level. The exam is held online — a Computer Based Test in June 2026.

SSC Selection Post Phase XIV Recruitment 2026 - 3003 Posts

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC), under the Department of Personnel & Training, Government of India, has released the Phase XIV/2026/Selection Posts notification on 13 April 2026. This recruitment fills 3003 vacancies in central government offices spread across India — covering posts at Matriculation (10th), Higher Secondary (10+2), and Graduation & above levels. Women are especially encouraged to apply, and the government is committed to a gender-balanced workforce. Selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India on All India Service Liability (AISL) basis.

Vacancy Breakdown

Level-wise Classification:

• Matriculation Level (10th Pass): Posts such as Multi-Tasking Staff, Office Attendant, Laboratory Attendant, Library Attendant, Store Attendant, Cook/Canteen Attendant, Peon, and similar roles
• Higher Secondary Level (12th Pass): Posts such as Data Entry Operator, Lower Division Clerk, Junior Secretariat Assistant, Postal/Sorting Assistant, Court Clerk, Laboratory Assistant, Library Clerk, and similar roles
• Graduation & Above Level: Posts such as Assistant Section Officer, Inspector (various departments), Auditor, Accountant, Scientific Assistant, Statistical Assistant, Research Assistant, and similar roles

Category-wise Breakdown (Total 3003):

• Unreserved (UR): 1,534
• OBC (Other Backward Classes): 667
• SC (Scheduled Castes): 346
• EWS (Economically Weaker Sections): 271
• ST (Scheduled Tribes): 185

Note: Horizontal reservations also exist for Ex-Servicemen (ESM), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (OH, HH, VH, and Others). Exact post-wise and region-wise vacancy details can be checked at ssc.gov.in by selecting Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts.

Who Can Apply?

Matriculation Level Posts

• You need to have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) from a recognised Board.

Higher Secondary Level Posts

• You need to have passed 12th Class (Higher Secondary / 10+2) from a recognised Board or equivalent.

Graduation & Above Level Posts

• You need a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university in the relevant discipline, as specified in the post details.

Other Requirements

• Nationality: You must be a citizen of India (or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee settled in India before 1962, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from specific countries — as applicable).
• Some posts may require specific skills, experience, or proficiency — check the post details on ssc.gov.in for individual post requirements.
• On final selection, you may be asked to acquire proficiency in the local language of the State/UT where you are posted.

Age Limit

• Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026
• General age range across posts: 18 to 30 years (specific posts may allow up to 35 years — check post details)
• SC/ST: 5 years relaxation in upper age limit
• OBC (NCL): 3 years relaxation in upper age limit
• PwBD (General): 10 years relaxation
• PwBD (OBC): 13 years relaxation
• PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years relaxation
• Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years beyond upper age limit after deduction of military service rendered
• Central Govt. Civilian Employees (Group C posts): Up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST)
• Widows/Divorced Women (not remarried): Up to 35 years (40 years for SC/ST)

Salary

• Pay Level 1: Rs. 18,000 per month (entry pay) — typically Matriculation level posts
• Pay Level 2: Rs. 19,900 per month — selected Matriculation level posts
• Pay Level 4: Rs. 25,500 per month — Higher Secondary level posts (LDC, DEO, etc.)
• Pay Level 5: Rs. 29,200 per month — select Higher Secondary/Graduate posts
• Pay Level 6: Rs. 35,400 per month — Graduate level posts
• Pay Level 7: Rs. 44,900 per month — senior Graduate level posts
• Plus DA, HRA, TA and other allowances as per Central Government rules
• Exact pay level for each post is mentioned in the post-specific details at ssc.gov.in

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 100
• Women candidates: No fee (exempted)
• SC / ST: No fee (exempted)
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): No fee (exempted)
• Ex-Servicemen (ESM) eligible for reservation: No fee (exempted)
• Payment mode: Online only — BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa/Master/Maestro/RuPay Credit or Debit Card
• Last date for fee payment: 5 May 2026 (up to 2300 hrs)

Selection Process

Selection is done in the following stages:

1. Computer Based Examination (CBE): 100 objective-type multiple choice questions (MCQs) for 200 marks. Total time is 60 minutes with a sectional timer of 15 minutes per part. Negative marking of 0.50 marks per wrong answer. Exam held in Hindi and English.
2. Skill Test / Typing Test (if applicable): Specific posts may require a qualifying skill test (e.g., typing test for clerical posts, DEO skill test). This is qualifying in nature unless otherwise specified.
3. Document Verification (DV): Candidates who qualify in CBE are required to upload all relevant documents. Document verification is conducted by the concerned User Department.

CBE Cut-off marks (minimum to qualify):

• UR (Unreserved): 30%
• OBC / EWS: 25%
• SC / ST / PwBD / ESM: 20%

Candidates scoring less than the cut-off will not be considered for the next stage.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official SSC portal at ssc.gov.in.
2. Complete your One Time Registration (OTR) — use Aadhaar-based authentication if possible.
3. Log in and fill in the online application form for the specific post(s) you want to apply for.
4. Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the application fee online (Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS; women, SC, ST, PwBD, ESM are exempted).
6. Submit the form and take a printout for your records.
7. Note: You must apply separately for each category of post (Matriculation, Higher Secondary, or Graduate level). Apply before 4 May 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 13 April 2026
• Online Application Start: 13 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 4 May 2026 (up to 2300 hrs)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 5 May 2026 (up to 2300 hrs)
• Application Correction Window: 11 May 2026 to 13 May 2026 (up to 2300 hrs)
• Computer Based Examination (CBE): June 2026 (Tentative)
• Admit Card: To be announced

• Handle administrative and clerical tasks assigned by the concerned Ministry, Department, or Organisation
• Maintain files, registers, and official records as per government procedures
• Assist senior officials in day-to-day office operations and correspondence
• Process documents, data entry, and official communications in a timely manner
• Follow all rules, regulations, and instructions issued by the Government of India
• Serve anywhere in India as per the All India Service Liability (AISL) of the post
• Acquire proficiency in local language of the allotted State/UT, if required by the User Department