SSC CHSL 2026: Last Date to Apply Is 7 October

The Staff Selection Commission released the CHSL 2026 notification on 7 September 2026. Online applications close on 7 October 2026. Class 12 pass candidates still have a few days to apply.

Key facts

• Posts: Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and Postal Assistant roles
• Application window: 7 September to 7 October 2026
• Qualification: Class 12 from a recognised board
• Age: 18 to 27 years as on 1 January 2026 (relaxation as per rules)
• Selection: two tiers of examination
• Tier 1 dates and admit cards: not yet announced

What aspirants should do

• Complete One-Time Registration on ssc.gov.in if you have not already.
• Fill in personal and educational details, upload the documents and pay the fee.
• Do not leave it to the last day, as the portal can be slow near the deadline.
• Read the full notification PDF for the vacancy count and category-wise details. Reports put the vacancies at about 2,536, but check the official notice.
• Keep checking ssc.gov.in for the exam schedule and admit card.

Source: Careers360 and Physics Wallah (based on the SSC notification at ssc.gov.in)