SSC Selection Post 2026 · Notification & recruitment
SSC Selection Post Notification 2026: Recruitment, Vacancy, Dates, Fee and How to Apply
The latest SSC Selection Post notice is "Selection Posts Examination, Phase-XIV/2026 — Notice", published 13 April 2026. Applications closed on 4 May 2026.
Official notice: Selection Posts Examination, Phase-XIV/2026 — Notice →
Dates, vacancies, fee, eligibility and selection process, copied from the latest official notice. Nothing here is estimated; the official notice is the final word.
SSC Selection Post 2026 important dates
Applications closed on 4 May 2026.
| Online application | 13 April – 4 May 2026 (11 pm) |
|---|---|
| Last date for online fee payment | 5 May 2026 (11 pm) |
| Application correction window (incl. payment) | 11 – 13 May 2026 (11 pm) |
| Computer Based Examination | June 2026 (tentative) |
Source: Selection Posts Examination, Phase-XIV/2026 — Notice (published 13 April 2026). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
SSC Selection Post vacancy 2026
Vacancies: Not printed in the notice: post-wise, category-wise tentative vacancies are in Annexure-III / the post-details page on ssc.gov.in
- Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts of central ministries/departments, listed post by post in Annexure-III
- Three exam levels by essential qualification: Matriculation, Higher Secondary (10+2), Graduation and above
Source: Selection Posts Examination, Phase-XIV/2026 — Notice (published 13 April 2026). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
SSC Selection Post Phase-XIV vacancies
The notice does not print a total number of vacancies. Post-wise details — department, post, pay level, essential qualification, age band and category-wise tentative vacancies — are in Annexure-III and on the post-details page of ssc.gov.in. Check the exact post you want there.
The notice says the vacancies indicated are tentative and may be altered, cancelled or merged.
SSC Selection Post eligibility summary
Age limit: Varies by post: bands from 18–25 up to 18–35 years (e.g. 18–25, 18–27, 18–30, 20–30, 21–27, 23–28) (as on 1 January 2026).
- Post-specific essential qualification (Class 10, Class 12, or a degree and above) and any experience, as printed against each post in Annexure-III
- Essential qualification and experience must be held as on the closing date, 4 May 2026
- Skill tests (typing, data entry, computer proficiency) apply only where the post's essential qualification prescribes them
SSC Selection Post application fee
₹100 for each post category applied for
Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are exempted from the fee.
Source: Selection Posts Examination, Phase-XIV/2026 — Notice (published 13 April 2026). Confirm in the official notice before applying.
SSC Selection Post selection process
- Computer Based Examination (one paper per education level: Matriculation, Higher Secondary, Graduation and above)
- Upload of documents by shortlisted candidates and scrutiny
- Skill test (typing / data entry / computer proficiency) where the post requires it — qualifying
- Document verification by the user department
How to apply for SSC Selection Post Phase-XIV
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Complete one-time registration
Apply online only, on ssc.gov.in or the mySSC app. If you registered only on SSC's old website, create a new one-time registration (OTR); the old one does not work. Aadhaar-based authentication is advised.
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Pick your post categories
Read each post's qualification, age band and vacancies in Annexure-III, then submit a separate application for each post category you choose. Apply only once for any one category.
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Capture your photo and upload your signature
The photograph is captured live, not uploaded: good light, plain background, camera at eye level, no cap, mask or glasses. The signature is a JPG/JPEG of 10–20 KB, about 6.0 × 2.0 cm.
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Pay the fee
₹100 for each post category, online by BHIM UPI, net banking or Visa/MasterCard/Maestro/RuPay card, by 5 May 2026 (11 pm). Women, SC, ST, PwBD and reservation-eligible Ex-Servicemen are exempt.
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Use the correction window if needed
From 11 to 13 May 2026 you can correct and resubmit up to twice: ₹200 for the first correction and ₹500 for the second, for all candidates. Only the latest application counts.
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Download the admission certificate
Exam city and dates are posted about 10 days before the exam, and the admission certificate can be downloaded about 2–3 days before; it is not sent by post. Helpline: 1800 309 3063.
SSC Selection Post official links
- Official notice (PDF): Selection Posts Examination, Phase-XIV/2026 — Notice (published 13 April 2026)
- Official website: ssc.gov.in (the only place to apply)
Check the official notice before applying: https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/Notice_of_RHQ_2026_phase_xiv.pdf
Frequently asked questions
When can I apply for SSC Selection Post?
Online application: 13 April – 4 May 2026 (11 pm), as per the notice published on 13 April 2026. Applications are made only on ssc.gov.in.
How many vacancies are there in SSC Selection Post?
Not printed in the notice: post-wise, category-wise tentative vacancies are in Annexure-III / the post-details page on ssc.gov.in, according to the Selection Posts Examination, Phase-XIV/2026 — Notice.
What is the application fee for SSC Selection Post?
₹100 for each post category applied for. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are exempted from the fee. (as per the Selection Posts Examination, Phase-XIV/2026 — Notice).
How many vacancies are there in SSC Selection Post Phase-XIV?
The notice does not print a total. Post-wise and category-wise tentative vacancies are in Annexure-III and on the post-details page of ssc.gov.in.
Can I apply for more than one post in SSC Selection Post?
Yes. Apply separately for each post category and pay the fee for each. You take only one exam per education level, however many posts you applied for at that level.
What is the application fee for SSC Selection Post?
₹100 for each post category. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation are exempt.