Vacancy For Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination: Recruitments for LDC, JSA, and DEO Posts
This article provides details on the Staff Selection Commission's (SSC) Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2025, for recruiting Group C posts like Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operators (DEO). Approximately 3131 vacancies are available, and the pay scale ranges from Level-2 to Level-5. Online applications are open from June 23, 2025, to July 18, 2025.
Important Points
Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Post Name: Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO)
Vacancies: Approximately 3131 (Tentative)
Pay Scale:
LDC/JSA: Pay Level-2 (Rs. 19,900-63,200)
DEO: Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) and Level-5 (Rs. 29,200-92,300)
Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A': Pay Level-4(Rs. 25,500-81,100)
Educational Qualification: 12th Standard Pass
Vacancy Details: Get Ready for CHSL 2025!
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is set to conduct the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination, 2025, offering approximately 3131 tentative vacancies. The posts include Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO). The final number of vacancies will be determined later and updated on the SSC website. The Commission does not collect state-wise/zone-wise vacancy information.
Pay Scale Details
The pay scale for the available posts is as follows:
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA): Pay Level-2 (Rs. 19,900-63,200).
Data Entry Operator (DEO): Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) and Level-5 (Rs. 29,200-92,300).
Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A': Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500-81,100).
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University. Candidates appearing for their 12th standard exam are also eligible, provided they possess the essential qualification on or before January 1, 2026.
Age Limit: 18-27 years as on January 1, 2026 (Candidates born not before 02-01-1999 and not later than 01-01-2008 are eligible). Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
The permissible age relaxations are as follows:
Code No. | Category | Age Relaxation Permissible Beyond the Upper Age Limit |
01 | SC/ST | 5 years |
02 | OBC | 3 years |
03 | PwBD (Unreserved) | 10 years |
04 | PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
05 | PwBD (SC/ ST) | 15 years |
06 | Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years after deduction of military service |
08 | Defence Personnel Disabled | 3 years |
09 | Defence Personnel Disabled (SC/ST) | 8 years |
10 | Central Govt. Civilian Employees | Up to 40 years of age |
11 | Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST) | Up to 45 years of age |
12 | Widows/Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated | Up to 35 years of age |
13 | Widows/Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years of age |
Scheme of Examination
The examination will be conducted in two tiers:
Tier-I: Computer Based Examination
Tier-II: Computer Based Examination
Application Fee
Fee payable: Rs 100/- (Rs one hundred only).
Women candidates and candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Sheduled Tribes (ST), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and Ex-servicemen (ESM) eligible for reservation are exempted from payment of fee.
Important Dates
Online Application Start Date: June 23, 2025
Online Application Last Date: July 18, 2025 (23:00 Hours)
Last Date for Online Fee Payment: July 19, 2025 (23:00 Hours)
Application Form Correction Window: July 23, 2025 to July 24, 2025 (23:00 Hours)
Tier-I Examination Schedule: September 8, 2025 to September 18, 2025
Tier-II Examination Schedule: February-March 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the selection process for the Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination, 2025?
The selection process consists of a Computer Based Examination in Tier I and Tier II followed by skill test and document verification. Merit lists will be prepared based on performance in the Tier-II examination.
What are the essential educational qualifications for these posts?
Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University. However, For Data Entry Operator (DEO)/ DEO Grade ‘A’in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Ministry of Culture and Staff Selection Commission: 12th Standard pass in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent.
Where can I find more details about the syllabus and exam pattern?
Detailed information about the syllabus, exam pattern, and other terms and conditions is available in the official notification, which can be accessed on the SSC website (https://ssc.gov.in). Please refer to the notification for comprehensive information.
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