Overview
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has published an official recruitment notification for the position of Exam Calendar. The last date to submit applications is 16 March 2026. Job location: All India.
STAFF SELECTION COMMISSION TENTATIVE CALENDAR OF EXAMINATIONS FOR THE YEAR 2026-2027 S. No. Name of ExaminationTier / Phase Date of Closing Date Tentative Date / Month of Examination 1 JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (for DoPT only) Paper-I (CBE)* 16 March 202607 April 2026May 2026 2 SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025(for DoPT only) Paper-I (CBE)* 16 March 202607 April 2026May 2026 3 ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 Paper-I (CBE)* 16 March 202607 April 2026May 2026 4 Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 Tier-I (CBE)*March 2026April 2026May – June 2026 5 Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination, 2026 Paper-I (CBE)* March 2026April 2026May – June 2026 6 Selection Post Examination, Phase-XIV, 2026 CBE*March 2026April 2026May – July 2026 7 Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 Tier-I (CBE)*April 2026May 2026 July – September 2026 8 Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026 CBE*April 2026May 2026 August – September 2026 9 Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026 Paper-I (CBE)* April 2026May 2026 August – September 2026 10 Mu...
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Post Name | Exam Calendar |
| Application Mode | online |
| Application Start Date | 16 March 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 16 March 2026 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | 1 | JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 | 2 | SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 | 3 | ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 1 |
| Selection Process | Online (CBT) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
| Source Name | ssc.gov.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 2026-08-16 |
Vacancy Details
Category
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Name of ExaminationTier / Phase Date of Closing Date Tentative Date / Month of Examination 1 JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (for DoPT only) Paper-I (CBE)* 16 March 202607 April 2026May 2026 2 SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025(for DoPT only) Paper-I (CBE)* 16 March 202607 April 2026May 2026 3 ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 Paper-I (CBE)* 16 March 202607 April 2026May 2026 4 Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 Tier-I (CBE)*March 2026April 2026May – June 2026 5 Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination, 2026 Paper-I (CBE)* March 2026April 2026May – June 2026 6 Selection Post Examination, Phase-XIV, 2026 CBE*March 2026April 2026May – July 2026 7 Combined...
Salary & Pay Scale
1 | JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 | 2 | SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 | 3 | ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 | 4 | Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 (SSC CGL)...
Selection Process
Online (CBT)
Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation. Patterns vary by exam, but generally: Exam Mode: Online Computer Based Test Total Marks: 200 (for most Tier-I exams) Number of Questions: 100-200 Duration: 60-120 Minutes Negative Marking: Yes (0.25-0.50 marks) Subjects/Sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, General Awareness
Important Dates
1: JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 | 2: SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 | 3: ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 | Application Last Date: 16 March 2026 07 April 2026 May 2026 2 SSA / UDC Grad | Computer Based Examination Dates: 16 March 2026 07 April 2026 May 2026 2 SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Exami | Name of Examination Date of Notification Closing Date Date of Examination 1 JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Comp...: 16 March 2026 07 April 2026 May 2026 2 SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 16 March 2026 07 April 2026 May 2026 3 ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 16 March 20...
Candidates must keep track of all important dates related to the SSC recruitment process. Below is the tentative timeline for major exams: S. No. Name of Examination Date of Notification Closing Date Date of Examination 1 JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 16 March 2026 07 April 2026 May 2026 2 SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 16 March 2026 07 April 2026 May 2026 3 ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 16 March 2026 07 April 2026 May 2026 4 Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 (SSC CGL) March 2026 April 2026 May – June 2026 5 Junior Engineer Examination, 2026 (SSC JE) March 2026 April 2026 May – June 2026 6 Selection Post Examination, Phase-XIV, 2026 March 2026 April 2026 May – July 2026 7 Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination, 2026 (SSC CHSL) April 2026 May 2026 July – September 2026 8 Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026 April 2026 May 2026 August – September 2026 9 Junior Hindi Translator Examination, 2026 (SSC JHT) April 2026 May 2026 August – September 2026 10 Multi-Tasking Staff & Havaldar Examination, 2026 (SSC MTS) June 2026 July 2026 September – November 2026 11 Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPF Examination, 2026 (SSC CPO) May 2026 June 2026 October – November 2026 12 Constables (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF and Rifleman (GD) Examination, 2027 (SSC GD) September 2026 October 2026 January – March 2027
- Notification Release Date: 16 March 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 16 March 2026
- Application Last Date: 16 March 2026
- Examination Date: 16 March 2026
How to Apply
Apply online through the official recruitment portal https://ssc.gov.in/
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | exam_date |
| official_website_link | https://ssc.gov.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 2026-08-16 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 2026-08-16
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Exam Calendar?
The last date for submitting applications for Exam Calendar is 16 March 2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
What is the educational qualification required for Exam Calendar?
The required educational qualification is: Name of ExaminationTier / Phase Date of Closing Date Tentative Date / Month of Examination 1 JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (for DoPT only) Paper-I (CBE)* 16 March 202607 April 2026May 2026 2 SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025(for D. Candidates should verify their specific degree/diploma requirements in the official notification.
What is the salary scale for Exam Calendar?
Selected candidates will receive salary as per: 1 | JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 | 2 | SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 | 3 | ASO Grade Limi. Additional allowances such as DA, HRA, and medical benefits apply as per institutional norms.
What is the selection process for Exam Calendar?
The selection procedure involves: Online (CBT). Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
How can candidates apply for Exam Calendar?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal (https://ssc.gov.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.