The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC JSA LDC DoPT LDCE Recruitment 2026 Notification for 49 Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) posts in the Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS) under the Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT).
This is a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) and is only open to eligible Central Government Group ‘C’ employees. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 25 June 2026 to 16 July 2026 through the official SSC website.
Selected candidates will receive Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) along with Central Government allowances. Candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying.
SSC JSA LDC DoPT LDCE Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
| Total Vacancies | 49 Posts (Tentative) |
| Advertisement No. | 4/7/2026-CONF-5 |
| Department | Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) |
| Exam Name | JSA/LDC Grade LDCE 2025 |
| Qualification | 12th |
| Job Location | India |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date To Apply | 16 July 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Start Date to Apply Online | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 July 2026 (11 PM) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy (General) | 23 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy (Abroad / A&N / Lakshadweep) | 30 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| CBT Exam | August 2026 (Tentative) |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 49 (Tentative) |
Note: Category-wise vacancies (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD) will be announced separately.
Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed 12th Class (Senior Secondary) from a recognized Board.
- Passed the required SSC Typewriting Test in English or Hindi (if not already qualified during service).
Service Eligibility
Only departmental candidates fulfilling the following conditions can apply:
- Permanent or regularly appointed temporary Group ‘C’ employee
- Grade Pay of ₹1800
- Minimum 3 years of regular service as on 01 August 2025
- Parent department must be a participating cadre under this examination.
This recruitment is NOT open to the general public.
Age Limit
The official notification does not prescribe any separate age limit. Eligibility is based on departmental service conditions.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Application Fee |
Answer Key Challenge: ₹50 per question (Non-refundable)
Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive:
- Pay Level-2
- ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
- DA
- HRA
- TA
- Other Central Government allowances
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Medical/Service Verification
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 60 | 60 |
| General Knowledge | 60 | 60 |
| CSMOP | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 180 | 180 |
Mode: Computer Based, Test Duration: 3 Hours, Negative Marking: 0.25 Marks, Exam Centre: Delhi NCR
Required Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- 12th Certificate
- Service Book Copy
- Service Certificate
- Government ID Proof
- Signature
- Live Photograph
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply Online?
Eligible candidates can apply by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official SSC website.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
- Login using your Registration ID and Password.
- Click on JSA/LDC LDCE 2025 under Live Examinations.
- Fill in all required personal and service details.
- Upload the live photograph and signature.
- Upload the required certificates.
- Submit the application and take a printout.
- Submit the printed application to your Head of Department for forwarding to SSC.
Important Instructions
- Only one application should be submitted.
- OTR from the old SSC website is not valid.
- Department forwarding is mandatory.
- Hard copy must reach SSC before the deadline.
- Live photograph is compulsory.
- Incorrect or incomplete applications will be rejected.
Why Apply for SSC JSA LDC Recruitment 2026?
- Central Government Job
- Pay Level-2 Salary
- Departmental Promotion Opportunity
- Stable Career
- Pension & Government Benefits
- Dearness Allowance, HRA & Other Perks
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | View & Download Here |
| Apply Online | Official SSC Website |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The last date to submit the online application is 16 July 2026 (11:00 PM). The printed application must be forwarded through the department to SSC by 23 July 2026.
There are 49 tentative vacancies for the posts of Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Lower Division Clerk (LDC).
Only eligible permanent or regularly appointed temporary Group ‘C’ Central Government employees with Grade Pay ₹1,800 and at least 3 years of regular service as on 1 August 2025 can apply. This recruitment is not open to the general public.
Candidates must have passed 12th Class (Senior Secondary) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
No. The official notification does not mention any application fee for submitting the online application.
