The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the SSC JSA LDC Recruitment 2026 through the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination 2025. The recruitment drive aims to fill 149 tentative vacancies in various Central Government ministries, departments, and organisations.
Eligible departmental candidates can submit their online applications through the SSC website from 5 June 2026 to 26 June 2026. The Computer-Based Examination (CBE) is tentatively scheduled to be conducted during July-August 2026 in Delhi-NCR.
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SSC JSA LDC Recruitment 2026 Overview
The recruitment is being conducted for promotion and inclusion in the Select List of Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Grade posts under multiple government departments. Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-2 with a salary range of Rs 19,900 to Rs 63,200.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | JSA / LDC Grade LDCE 2025 |
| Post Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Salary | Rs 19,900 – Rs 63,200 |
| Application Start Date | 5 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | July-August 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Examination + Descriptive Test |
| Exam Centre | Delhi-NCR Only |
SSC JSA LDC Vacancy 2026
SSC has reported 149 tentative vacancies across participating services and cadre authorities.
The highest number of vacancies has been announced by the Central Passport Organisation under the Ministry of External Affairs with 50 posts. Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service follows with 31 vacancies, while the Office of Registrar General of India has reported 17 vacancies.
Other departments participating in the recruitment include the Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell), Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service, Central Administrative Tribunal, National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO), Office of Development Commissioner (MSME), Central Translation Bureau, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Official Language Wing under the Ministry of Law and Justice, and the Bureau of Police Research & Development.
Department-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Department/Organisation | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Central Passport Organisation | 50 |
| Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service | 31 |
| O/o Registrar General of India | 17 |
| Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) | 13 |
| Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service | 12 |
| National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | 9 |
| Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell) | 7 |
| Central Administrative Tribunal | 4 |
| Central Translation Bureau | 2 |
| Bureau of Police Research & Development | 2 |
| Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | 1 |
| Official Language Wing, Ministry of Law & Justice | 1 |
| Total | 149 |
SSC JSA LDC Eligibility Criteria 2026
The examination is meant exclusively for eligible departmental candidates working in participating services and cadres.
Most participating departments require candidates to:
- Have passed Class 12 or an equivalent qualification.
- Be serving in Level-1 posts or equivalent Group ‘C’ positions.
- Possess a minimum of three years of regular service.
- Meet the age conditions prescribed by their respective cadre controlling authorities.
For several departments, the upper age limit is 45 years, while Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates may receive age relaxation up to 50 years as per the rules.
How to Apply for SSC JSA LDC Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the SSC portal.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the SSC website.
- Log in using the registration credentials.
- Fill the SSC JSA LDC Online Application Form.
- Upload the required documents and signature.
- Verify all details carefully.
- Submit the application before 26 June 2026.
- Take a printout of the application form.
- Ensure the application is forwarded through the Head of Department or Head of Office as required.
Candidates should note that only applications forwarded through the proper departmental channel will be considered for admission to the examination.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 5 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 5 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 June 2026 |
| Last Date & Time | 26 June 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Department Forwarding Deadline | 3 July 2026 |
| Overseas Candidate Forwarding Deadline | 10 July 2026 |
| Computer-Based Examination | July-August 2026 |
SSC JSA LDC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The SSC JSA LDC Selection Process consists of three stages.
Part-I: Written Examination and Computer-Based Test
The first stage carries a total of 200 marks.
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Short Essay (Descriptive) | 100 |
| Paper-II (A) | General English / Samanya Hindi | 50 |
| Paper-II (B) | General Knowledge | 50 |
The Computer-Based Examination contains objective-type multiple-choice questions. A negative marking of 0.25 marks will be applied for every incorrect answer.
Part-II: Evaluation of Service Records
Candidates who qualify the written stages will undergo evaluation of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs).
This stage carries 60 marks and will be added to the examination score for final merit preparation.
