# SSC CHSL Notification 2026: 2,536 Vacancies and Dates > SSC CHSL notification 2026 lists about 2,536 tentative vacancies, pay levels for LDC, JSA and DEO posts, fee, key dates and Tier-I schedule. Source: https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/notification/ Category: [SSC](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/) Guide: [SSC CHSL 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/) ## In short - SSC released the notification on 7 September 2026. - The notice lists about 2,536 tentative vacancies. - Pay ranges from Level 2 for LDC/JSA to Level 5 for some DEO posts. - SSC proposes Tier-I from 30 November to 31 December 2026. The SSC CHSL notification 2026 came out on **7 September 2026**. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) published it as the Notice of the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026. It lists about **2,536 tentative vacancies** for LDC, JSA and DEO posts. Start with the [SSC CHSL 2026 guide](/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/) for the full overview. {{< callout type="official" >}} Download the [official SSC CHSL 2026 notice from the SSC website](https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/Notice_of_adv_chsl_2026.pdf). Its English version prevails if the Hindi text differs. {{< /callout >}} ## What does the SSC CHSL notification 2026 say about dates? The dates decide which steps a candidate can still take. The application and correction windows have closed. The next step is the exam. Check the [exam date page](/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/exam-date/) for the Tier-I window. | Event | Date | | --------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Notice published | 7 September 2026 | | Online applications | 7 September 2026 to 7 October 2026 | | Last date and time to apply | 7 October 2026, 23:00 | | Last date and time to pay the fee | 8 October 2026, 23:00 | | Application correction window | 14 October 2026 to 16 October 2026, 23:00 | | Tier-I (CBE) | 30 November 2026 to 31 December 2026, proposed in the notice dated 1 October 2026 | | Tier-II (CBE) | To be notified later | ## Which posts does SSC CHSL 2026 fill? SSC fills these posts for ministries, departments, offices, and constitutional and statutory bodies. Pay figures come from the notice. | Post | Pay level | Pay scale | | --------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------- | ----------------------------------------- | | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Level 2 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | | Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Level 4 and Level 5 | ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 and ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 | | Data Entry Operator (DEO) Grade 'A' | Level 4 | ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 | SSC makes the final allotment of posts by merit and by the post preferences of the candidate. Choose preferences with care. SSC does not change a post later. ## How many vacancies does SSC CHSL 2026 have? The notice states **about 2,536 tentative vacancies**. SSC will set the final number after it checks the documents from the user departments. It will publish post-wise and category-wise numbers on ssc.gov.in under Candidate's Corner, Tentative Vacancy. SSC does not collect state-wise or zone-wise vacancies. Ask the user department for that information. The indenting ministries and departments decide the reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, ESM and PwBD candidates. Only male candidates can fill vacancies in the Border Roads Organization (BRO). The notice also sets physical and medical standards for the LDC post in BRO. A candidate must meet them before choosing that post. ## What other rules does the notice set? - SSC normalizes the scores when it holds the exam in many shifts. - A candidate can challenge a tentative answer key online. The fee is ₹50 for each question, and SSC does not refund it. - SSC allows no re-evaluation or re-checking of scores. - A selected candidate serves two years on probation. - All posts carry All India Service Liability. SSC can post a selected candidate anywhere in India. - SSC announces any change in the schedule only on its website. For help with the application, call the SSC toll-free helpline at **1800 309 3063**. ## What is the next step? Check the age and education rules on the [eligibility page](/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/eligibility/). Then read how the [application process](/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/how-to-apply/) worked and how the [selection process](/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/selection-process/) works. ## Frequently asked questions ### When did SSC release the SSC CHSL notification 2026? SSC released the Notice of the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 on 7 September 2026. Online applications opened on the same day and closed on 7 October 2026 at 23:00. ### Which posts are in the SSC CHSL 2026 notification? The notice covers Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and Data Entry Operator Grade 'A'. These are Group C posts in ministries, departments and offices of the Government of India. ### What is the pay for SSC CHSL 2026 posts? LDC and JSA posts carry Pay Level 2 with a scale of ₹19,900 to ₹63,200. DEO posts carry Level 4 or Level 5. DEO Grade 'A' carries Level 4, with a scale of ₹25,500 to ₹81,100. ### Does the notification give state-wise vacancies? No. SSC does not collect state-wise or zone-wise vacancies. Candidates must ask the user departments for that information. SSC will publish post-wise and category-wise numbers on its website under Tentative Vacancy. ### Can a candidate change the post after SSC allots it? No. SSC allots posts by merit and post preference. After allotment, SSC makes no change if the candidate fails a medical, physical or education standard. SSC then rejects the candidature. ## More in this guide - [SSC CHSL 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/): SSC CHSL 2026 guide with 2,536 tentative vacancies, Tier-I from 30 November 2026, age limit, fee, exam pattern, syllabus and past cutoffs. - [Eligibility](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/eligibility/): SSC CHSL 2026 eligibility: age 18 to 27 on 1 August 2026, age relaxation table, 12th pass rule, DEO maths rule and nationality conditions. - [How to apply](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/how-to-apply/): SSC CHSL 2026 apply online steps: OTR, live photo, signature size, ₹100 fee, centre choice, correction charges and the closed dates. - [Selection process](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/selection-process/): SSC CHSL 2026 selection process: Tier-I, Tier-II, skill or typing test, qualifying marks, merit list, post preference and document verification. - [Exam pattern](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/exam-pattern/): SSC CHSL 2026 exam pattern: Tier-I has 100 questions and 200 marks, Tier-II has sectional timers, plus skill test, typing test and negative marking. - [Syllabus](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/syllabus/): SSC CHSL 2026 syllabus from the official notice: English, general intelligence, quantitative aptitude, general awareness and computer topics. - [Previous year cutoff](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/previous-year-cutoff/): SSC CHSL previous year cutoff for Tier-I 2024 and 2025: category-wise marks for LDC/JSA and DEO, shortlist counts and the change between years. - [Exam date](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/exam-date/): SSC CHSL exam date 2026: Tier-I is proposed for 30 November to 31 December 2026. See how SSC shares exam city and admission certificate dates. - [Admit card](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/admit-card/): SSC CHSL admit card 2026 guide: when SSC issues the admission certificate, valid photo ID list, photo rules, Aadhaar check and items to carry. - [Preparation strategy](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/preparation-strategy/): SSC CHSL 2026 preparation strategy built from the exam pattern, syllabus and 2024-2025 cutoffs: timer drills, scoring math and typing practice.