SSC Exam Calendar 2026: Complete Guide to Recruitment & Vacancies

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) serves as the primary constitutional body under the Government of India, tasked with the recruitment of personnel for various Group B and Group C posts within ministries and departments. For candidates aspiring to secure a stable career in the public sector, staying updated with the annual recruitment schedule is essential.

SSC Primary Recruitment Pathways

The commission oversees eight distinct national-level examination streams. Understanding these pathways is the first step toward successful exam preparation. Candidates should refer to the SSC Exam Calendar 2026 to align their study timelines.

• SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level)
• SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level)
• SSC MTS (Multitasking Staff)
• SSC GD (Constable, General Duty)
• SSC Stenographer (Grade ‘C’ and ‘D’)
• SSC CPO (SI in Delhi Police and SI (GD) in CAPFs)
• SSC JE (Junior Engineer)
• SSC Junior Hindi Translator

2026 Examination Details and Vacancies

Below are the specific details for the primary examinations, including those for SSC CGL 2026, SSC CHSL 2026, and SSC MTS 2026.

SSC CGL 2026

Parameters	Details
Vacancies	12256
Registration Dates	21st May to 22nd June 2026
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Date	August-September 2026
Age Limit	18 to 30 years
Education Qualification	Graduate Level
Selection Process	Tier 1 and Tier 2
Salary	Varies post-wise

SSC CHSL 2026

Parameters	Details
Vacancies	3000+
Registration Dates	--
Exam Date	July-September 2026
Age Limit	18 to 27 years
Education Qualification	Higher Secondary Level (12th pass)
Selection Process	Tier 1 and Tier 2
Salary	Rs. 19,900- Rs. 81,100

SSC MTS 2026

Parameters	Details
Vacancies	7948
Registration Dates	30th June to 31st July 2026
Exam Date	September-November 2026
Age Limit	MTS- 18 to 25 years Havaldar- 18 to 27 years
Education Qualification	Matriculation (10th class) or its equivalent
Selection Process	MTS- Paper-1 (Objective) Havaldar- Paper 1 and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/ Physical Standard Test (PST)
Salary	Rs. 18,000/ to 22,000/

For other specialized roles, refer to SSC GD, SSC Stenographer 2026, SSC CPO 2026, and SSC JE 2026 details in the tables below.

SSC GD 2026

Parameters	Details
Vacancies	To be notified
Registration Dates	30th September to 31st October 2026
Exam Dates	January-March 2027
Age Limit	MTS- 18 to 25 years Havaldar- 18 to 27 years
Education Qualification	Matriculation (10th class) or its equivalent
Selection Process	MTS- Paper-1 (Objective) Havaldar- Paper 1 and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/ Physical Standard Test (PST)
Salary	Rs. 18,000/ to 22,000/

SSC Stenographer 2026

Parameters	Details
Vacancies	731
Registration Dates	24th April to 15th May 2026
Exam Date	August-September 2026
Age Limit	Grade C- 18 to 30 years Grade D- 18 to 27 years
Education Qualification	minimum 12th pass
Selection Process	Computer-based test and Skill test
Salary	Grade C- Rs. 9,300-Rs.34,800/- Grade D- Rs. 5,200-Rs. 20,200/-

SSC CPO 2026

Parameters	Details
Vacancies	3073
Registration Dates	31st May to 30th June 2026
Exam Date	October-November 2026
Age Limit	20 to 25 years
Education Qualification	Bachelor’s Degree
Selection Process	Paper-1, PET/PST and Paper-2
Salary	Rs. 35400-112400/-

SSC JE 2026

Parameters	Details
Vacancies	TBA
Registration Dates	--
Exam Date (Paper 1)	--
Age Limit	Max - 30/ 32 years
Education Qualification	Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering
Selection Process	Paper 1 Paper 2 Document Verification
Salary	Rs 35,400-1,12,400/-

Next Steps for Candidates

Once you have identified the exam that matches your qualifications, prepare for the registration window. Ensure you monitor the official website for admit card releases, as these are typically issued two weeks prior to the exam date. Candidates should also finalize their travel arrangements to the designated exam centers well in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What are the types of SSC exams?

Ans. The SSC conducts 8 major examinations: CGL, CHSL, MTS, GD, Stenographers (Grade C & D), JE, CPO, and Junior Hindi Translator.

Q2. Who conducts the SSC Exams?

Ans. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is the official body responsible for conducting these recruitment examinations.

Q3. Is SSC Exam schedule released yearly?

Ans. Yes, the SSC releases an annual exam schedule and the official SSC Exam Calendar 2026 to help candidates plan their preparation.

Q4. What is SSC exam eligibility?

Ans. Eligibility criteria for SSC exams vary by post and are detailed within this article for each respective examination.