SSC Phase XIV/2026 Selection Posts - Complete Notification Guide
Official Advertisement No. Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts | Apply Online: 13 April - 04 May 2026
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts on 13th April 2026. This mega recruitment drive invites online applications for 3003 vacancies across various ministries, departments, and organizations of the Government of India. Posts are available at Matriculation, Higher Secondary (10+2), and Graduation & above levels. Read this comprehensive guide covering all details — vacancies, eligibility, fees, selection process, and how to apply.
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Overview Summary Table
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts |
| Post Level | Matriculation | Higher Secondary (10+2) | Graduation & Above |
| Total Vacancies | 3003 (Tentative) |
| Application Start Date | 13 April 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 04 May 2026 (upto 11:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 05 May 2026 (upto 11:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 11 May 2026 - 13 May 2026 |
| Exam Date (CBE) | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online only (ssc.gov.in or mySSC App) |
| Application Fee | Rs.100/- (Exempted for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, ESM) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
| Toll-Free Helpline | 1800 309 3063 |
Important Dates
Vacancies - Category-Wise Summary
A total of 3003 vacancies have been advertised across 9 regional offices of SSC. The category-wise breakup is as follows:
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | UR | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Posts Combined | 346 | 185 | 667 | 1534 | 271 | 3003 |
| ESM (Ex-Servicemen) | 101 (reserved from above total) | 101 | ||||
| OH (Orthopedically Handicapped) | 40 (horizontal reservation) | 40 | ||||
| HH (Hearing Handicapped) | 40 | 40 | ||||
| VH (Visually Handicapped) | 24 | 24 | ||||
Region-Wise Post Distribution
| Region Code | Region Name | States / UTs Covered |
|---|---|---|
| CR | Central Region | Bihar, Uttar Pradesh |
| ER | Eastern Region | Andaman & Nicobar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Sikkim, West Bengal |
| KKR | Karnataka-Kerala Region | Karnataka, Kerala, Lakshadweep |
| MPR | Madhya Pradesh Region | Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh |
| NER | North Eastern Region | Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura |
| NR | Northern Region | Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand |
| NWR | North Western Region | Chandigarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, Ladakh, Punjab |
| SR | Southern Region | Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, Telangana |
| WR | Western Region | Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra |
Eligibility - Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026. Different posts carry different age bands. Key age ranges and corresponding birth date windows are:
| Age Limit | Born Not Earlier Than | Born Not Later Than |
|---|---|---|
| 18-25 years | 02-01-2001 | 01-01-2008 |
| 18-27 years | 02-01-1999 | 01-01-2008 |
| 18-28 years | 02-01-1998 | 01-01-2008 |
| 18-30 years | 02-01-1996 | 01-01-2008 |
| 18-35 years | 02-01-1991 | 01-01-2008 |
| 20-25 years | 02-01-2001 | 01-01-2006 |
| 20-30 years | 02-01-1996 | 01-01-2006 |
| 21-27 years | 02-01-1999 | 01-01-2005 |
| 23-28 years | 02-01-1998 | 01-01-2003 |
Age Relaxation for Reserved Categories
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (General) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years (after deducting military service from actual age) |
| Central Govt. Employees (Group C) - 3+ years service | Up to 40 years |
| Widows / Divorced Women (unremarried) | Up to 35 years |
| Widows / Divorced Women (SC/ST, unremarried) | Up to 40 years |
Date of Birth proof: Matriculation / Secondary Examination Certificate only. No subsequent change is allowed.
Eligibility - Educational Qualifications
Posts are categorized into three education levels. Essential Qualifications (EQs) are assessed as on the closing date (04 May 2026). The three broad levels are:
- Each post category has specific EQs mentioned in Annexure-III of the notification. Verify before applying.
- Equivalence of qualifications is NOT allowed unless specifically mentioned in the Recruitment Rules of the post.
- Degrees through Open & Distance Learning are valid only if approved by UGC and the Distance Education Bureau for the relevant period.
- Engineering, Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Architecture programmes through ODL mode are NOT permitted.
- Experience gained during internships or as part of an educational qualification will NOT be counted.
- For language-specific posts, the applicant must have studied that language up to Matriculation level or it must be their mother tongue.
Nationality / Citizenship
The candidate must be one of the following:
- A citizen of India, OR
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, OR
- A Tibetan Refugee who came to India before 01 January 1962 intending to permanently settle, OR
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries, or Vietnam with intent to permanently settle in India.
Candidates under categories (b)-(d) above must obtain an eligibility certificate from the Government of India before receiving an appointment offer.
Application Fee Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Fee Amount | Rs.100/- (Rupees One Hundred only) |
| Payment Modes | BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa/Master/Maestro/RuPay Credit or Debit Card |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 05 May 2026 (upto 11:00 PM) |
| Fee Exemption | Women candidates; SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM candidates eligible for reservation |
| Refundable? | No - Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances |
| Fee per Post | Rs.100/- per post category (pay separately for each post applied) |
| Correction Fee (if needed) | Rs.200/- (1st correction) | Rs.500/- (2nd correction) - 11-13 May 2026 |
Selection Process
CBE Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| B | General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| C | Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic) | 25 | 50 |
| D | English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 | |
- Negative marking: 0.50 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Duration: 60 minutes (15-minute sectional timer per part); 80 minutes for PwBD candidates with scribe.
- Language: Hindi and English only. Medium selected at application stage is final.
- Normalization: Marks will be normalized if exam is held in multiple shifts.
- Minimum cut-offs: UR - 30%; OBC/EWS - 25%; Other categories - 20%.
Tie-Breaking Rules
In case of a tie, the following criteria are applied in order: (1) Total normalized CBE marks → (2) Marks in Part-A → (3) Part-B → (4) Part-C → (5) Date of Birth (older candidate gets priority) → (6) Alphabetical order of names.
How to Apply - Step-by-Step Guide
Visit ssc.gov.in → Click "Login or Register" → Fill personal details including Aadhaar, name, DOB, parents' names (exactly as in 10th certificate), mobile, and email. Authenticate via Aadhaar for best experience. Complete OTR within 14 days.
Login with your OTR Registration Number and password. Click "Apply" under Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts. Select Region and Post Code. Confirm EQ, experience details, age relaxation if applicable, and medium of exam.
Capture a live photo via webcam/mobile (no cap, no spectacles, plain background, good lighting). Upload scanned signature in JPEG (10-20 KB, 6cm 2cm). Aadhaar-authenticated candidates are exempt from photo rejection issues.
Pay Rs.100/- online (BHIM UPI / Net Banking / Debit/Credit Card). Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM candidates are exempted. Pay separately for each post applied. Fee deadline: 05 May 2026.
Use the Preview option to verify all details. Agree to the Declaration and submit. Take a printout of the submitted application. Retain it for 3 years.
Use the Correction Window to fix errors. Pay Rs.200 for the 1st correction and Rs.500 for the 2nd correction. No corrections allowed beyond this window. Centre preference frozen from first application.
- Apply well before the last date to avoid website load issues.
- Apply separately for each post category with separate fee payments.
- Exam centre preference selected in the first application is frozen for all subsequent applications.
- The mySSC mobile app (available on Google Play Store) can also be used to apply.
Salary / Pay Scale
Salary is as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. Pay Levels vary by post. The main pay levels offered in this recruitment are:
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Band (Approx. Basic Pay) | Examples of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Rs.18,000 - Rs.56,900 | MTS, Field Attendant, Lab Attendant, Store Attendant |
| Level 2 | Rs.19,900 - Rs.63,200 | Technical Operator, Stores Clerk, Laboratory Assistant |
| Level 4 | Rs.25,500 - Rs.81,100 | Stenographer Gr-II, Junior Technical Assistant, Draftsman |
| Level 5 | Rs.29,200 - Rs.92,300 | Pharmacist, Scientific Assistant, Accountant |
| Level 6 | Rs.35,400 - Rs.1,12,400 | Junior Engineer, Senior Scientific Assistant, Stenographer Gr-I |
| Level 7 | Rs.44,900 - Rs.1,42,400 | Senior Research Assistant, Senior Technical Assistant, Nursing Officer |
| Level 8 | Rs.47,600 - Rs.1,51,100 | Public Health Nursing Officer, Language Instructor |
In addition to Basic Pay, employees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other admissible allowances as per Central Government rules. All posts carry All India Service Liability (AISL) - selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India.
Exam Centres
Candidates can choose up to 3 exam centre preferences from anywhere in India. Important points:
- Centre preference selected in the first application is frozen for all subsequent applications across regions, irrespective of post level.
- If centre preference is changed during the Correction Window, it applies to all post applications automatically.
- SSC reserves the right to add, cancel, or divert candidates to other centres.
- Key centres for Andhra Pradesh (Southern Region) include: Visakhapatnam (8007), Vijayawada (8008), Hyderabad (8601), Tirupathi (8006), Guntur (8001), Nellore (8010), and more.
Document Verification (DV)
DV is conducted by the User Department after the CBE & scrutiny stages. Candidates must bring originals of:
Admit Card & Exam Day Instructions
- Admit Cards are available for download on ssc.gov.in 2 to 3 days before the exam. No admit cards are sent by post.
- Candidates who completed Aadhaar-based authentication do not need to carry additional documents to the exam.
- Others must report 2 hours early with: Printed Admit Card + 2 recent passport-size photographs + Original valid photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID/Passport/Driving License, etc.).
- Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, and electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited in the examination hall.
- Appearance at the exam must match the photograph in the application form.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🔗 Important Links
âš ï¸ Warning: Consequences of Malpractice
Candidates found indulging in malpractices (possession of mobile phone, impersonation, cheating, sharing exam papers, using remote desktop software, etc.) will face debarment ranging from 1 year to 7 years or even permanent debarment, in addition to criminal proceedings.
SSC conducts post-exam analysis including log analysis, biometric verification, and CCTV review. Integrity is paramount.
ðŸ Final Words
SSC Phase-XIV/2026 is one of the largest recruitment campaigns by the Central Government, offering 3003 vacancies across hundreds of departments. With posts ranging from Matriculation to Graduation level and salary levels from Level 1 to Level 8, there's an opportunity for candidates across all educational backgrounds.
Do not wait until the last day — apply early at ssc.gov.in before 04 May 2026. For any difficulty, call the toll-free helpline: 1800 309 3063.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the official notification dated 13 April 2026. Vacancies are tentative and subject to change by SSC. Always refer to the official website for the latest updates.
