The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA) / Upper Division Clerk (UDC) Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025. Through this departmental examination, SSC aims to fill 227 Group C vacancies across various Central Government departments and organizations.
The online application process started on 05 June 2026 and will remain open until 26 June 2026. Eligible serving JSA/LDC employees can submit their applications through the SSC website.
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Overview
| Organization Name | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | SSA/UDC Grade LDCE 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 227 Posts |
| Post Name | Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA) / Upper Division Clerk (UDC) |
| Advt. No. | 4/1/2026-CONF-5 |
| Job Type | Central Government |
| Exam Centre | Delhi NCR |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date To Apply | 26 June 2026 |
Why This Recruitment is Important?
- 227 Group C Government Vacancies
- Salary up to ₹81,100 per month
- Promotion opportunity for serving JSA/LDC employees
- Recruitment across 10 Central Government Departments
- Selection through SSC Departmental Examination
- Central Government benefits and career growth
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Start Date to Apply Online | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 June 2026 |
| Receipt of Printed Application | 03 July 2026 |
| Exam Date | July–August 2026 (Tentative) |
SSC SSA/UDC Vacancy 2025
A total of 227 vacancies have been announced under different departments.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 158 |
| SC | 46 |
| ST | 23 |
| Total | 227 |
Major vacancies are available in:
- Central Passport Organisation
- Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service
- Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service
- Central Administrative Tribunal
- Election Commission of India
- Central Vigilance Commission
- NTRO
- Defence Estates
- MSME Development Organisation
Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply?
This examination is not open for the general public.
Only serving:
- Junior Secretariat Assistants (JSA)
- Lower Division Clerks (LDC)
working in participating departments and fulfilling service requirements can apply.
Age Limit
Age criteria vary according to the participating department.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 05 Years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel | 03 Years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel (SC/ST) | 08 Years |
Application Fee
According to the notification, SSC has not prescribed any application fee for the SSA/UDC Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025. This is an internal departmental examination meant only for eligible serving government employees.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be appointed in:
Pay Level-4 (7th CPC)
Salary: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month
Along with:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Medical Benefits
- Pension Benefits (as applicable)
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted in three stages:
Stage 1: Computer Based Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 100 | 100 |
| English Language | 100 | 100 |
Total: 200 Marks
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks
Stage 2: Descriptive Examination
| Paper | Marks |
|---|---|
| Noting, Drafting & Office Procedure | 100 |
Stage 3: APAR Evaluation
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Service Record / APAR | 100 |
Total Marks: 400 Marks
Exam Pattern
Paper-I (Computer Based)
Subjects:
- General Awareness
- English Language & Comprehension
Duration: 2 Hours
Paper-II (Descriptive)
Topics:
- Office Procedure
- Noting & Drafting
- Government Rules
- Reservation Policies
- Official Language Rules
Duration: 2 Hours
How to Apply Online?
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official SSC website and complete One Time Registration (OTR).
- Login and fill the SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Application Form.
- Upload Photograph, Signature & Required certificates.
- Submit the application and print a copy.
- Get the application forwarded through your Head of Department/Office.
- Send the printed application to SSC Northern Region before the prescribed deadline.
Required Documents
- Service Book First Page
- Service Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Defence Personnel Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent Photograph
- Signature
Important Instructions
- Only one application is allowed.
- Applications must be forwarded through the proper channel.
- Exam centre will be available only in Delhi NCR.
- Admit cards will be released online.
- No re-evaluation facility will be provided.
- Aadhaar-based authentication is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025?
Ans. A total of 227 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. Who can apply for SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025?
Ans. Only eligible serving JSA/LDC employees of participating departments can apply.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application is 26 June 2026.
Q4. What is the salary of SSA/UDC posts?
Ans. Pay Level-4 with salary ranging from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100.
Q5. Is this recruitment open for freshers?
Ans. No. This is a departmental competitive examination for existing government employees only.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification | Download Official Notification |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
| Apply Online | Through SSC OTR Portal |