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SSC JSA / LDC LDCE 2025 Notification Out - Apply Online for 149 Group C Posts in 12 Departments @ ssc.gov.in
Job Overview
SSC JSA / LDC LDCE notification is out to fill 149 vacancies for Group C posts. Candidates can apply online only from 05.06.2026 to 26.06.2026 through SSC website ssc.gov.in
| Organization Name | SSC |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
| Total Vacancies | 149 |
| Job Location | Delhi, India |
| Advt No | 4/4/2026-CONF-5 |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in (HQ) · sscnr.nic.in (Northern Region) |
| Post Date | 05/06/2026 |
Important Dates
| Start Date | 05-06-2026 |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 05-06-2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 26-06-2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Exam Date | July – August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Forwarded Hard Copy To Reach Ssc Nr | 03-07-2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Hard Copy Deadline (Abroad A&N Laksh | 10-07-2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Admission Certificate Download | 3–4 days before the exam |
| 01 07 2025 | Central Passport Organisation, MEA (Cadre Cell), Bureau of Police Research & Development |
| 01 08 2025 | Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service |
| 01 01 2025 | Central Administrative Tribunal, O/o Registrar General of India, NTRO, Dept. of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, O/o Development Commissioner (MSME), Central Translation Bureau, Official Language Wing |
| Group B & Group C Jobs 12,256 Posts | 22-06-2026 |
| Ssa Udc Jobs 227 Posts | 26-06-2026 |
| Language Experts Jobs | 17-06-2026 |
Application Fee
General/URNo application fee prescribed for this departmental exam
General FeeNo application fee prescribed for this departmental exam
CategoryAge Relaxation
SC ST PwD Fee5 years
Defence Personnel Disabled In 3 years
Qualification / Eligibility
In-service Group 'C' / MTS of participating cadres + 12th pass + 3 years' service
Vacancy Details
| Sr. | Total | UR/General | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50 | 50 | – | – |
| 2 | 31 | 31 | – | – |
| 3 | 07 | 06 | 01 | – |
| 4 | 12 | 08 | 02 | 02 |
| 5 | 04 | 01 | 02 | 01 |
| 6 | 17 | 17 | – | – |
| 7 | 09 | 07 | 01 | 01 |
| 8 | 01 | 01 | – | – |
| 9 | 13 | 12 | 01 | – |
| 10 | 02 | 02 | – | – |
| 11 | 01 | 01 | – | – |
| 12 | 02 | 02 | – | – |
| 13 | 149 | 138 | 07 | 04 |
| Total |
Selection Process
1Paper-II (CBT) qualifying: Candidates must clear the minimum marks fixed for Paper-II to have their Paper-I evaluated.
2Paper-I (Descriptive) evaluation: Only those qualifying in Paper-II have their descriptive paper assessed.
3APAR evaluation (Part-II): Based on the aggregate of Paper-I + Paper-II, shortlisted candidates move to service-record evaluation.
4Final merit: Prepared on the combined total of Paper-I + Paper-II + Part-II (APAR) = 260 marks, cadre-wise, subject to reservation. Ties are
5Paper-I (Short Essay): One essay of 400–500 words on any of the specified subjects.
6Paper-II (a) Language: Simple composition and applied grammar (in the chosen English/Hindi medium).
7Paper-II (b) General Knowledge: Current events, matters of everyday observation and experience, and general information about India.
8Application not forwarded by the Head of Department/Office (the single biggest cause of rejection).
9Multiple applications submitted for the same exam.
10Photograph with a cap/spectacles, dark background, blurred, or a pre-existing (scanned) photo instead of a live capture.
11Signature that is blurred, miniature, or below the size norm.
12Wrong OTR details - name, father's/mother's name, or date of birth not matching the matriculation certificate (OTR data is non-editable).
13Hard copy reaching SSC-NR after the deadline, or incomplete documents.
14Apply during off-peak hours - late at night or early morning - rather than on the last day.
15Clear your browser cache/cookies, or use an incognito/private tab.
16Try a different browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) or switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data.
17Keep all documents pre-scanned and ready in the correct format so a session timeout doesn't cost you the whole form.
18Save a draft frequently and take a printout immediately after final submission.
19The exam is conducted in Delhi-NCR only; there is no centre abroad. A candidate posted abroad must appear in India at their own expense.
20The Admission Certificate is issued online via sscnr.nic.in (3–4 days before the exam); it is never sent by post.
21Carry your original Departmental Identity Card along with a hard copy of the Admission Certificate.
22Candidates not Aadhaar-authenticated during OTR must report early with two passport-size photographs and an original photo ID showing date o
23No Travelling Allowance is paid by SSC.
24Mobile phones, Bluetooth/wireless devices, smartwatches, and electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited. SSC conducts post-exam log, biometr
25Help Desk (SSC-HQ): 1800-309-3063 (Toll-free)
How to Apply
- 1Generate OTR on the new website. Visit ssc.gov.in and click "Register Now." Any OTR created on the old site (ssc.nic.in) will not work on the new portal.
- 2Opt for Aadhaar-Based Authentication during OTR (recommended). Candidates who skip Aadhaar must upload the prescribed proof documents.
- 3Log in with your Registration Number and password, then open the JSA/LDC LDCE 2025 link under the "Live Exam" tab and click Apply.
- 4Fill the application - service details, cadre, crucial date, length of service, and age-relaxation code (if any). Information auto-filled from OTR is non-editable; use "Modify Registration" if a correction is needed.
- 5Capture your live photograph and upload your signature as per the specifications (see below).
- 6Upload the required documents (listed below) and Submit. Take a printout of the submitted application.
- 7Forward the hard copy through proper channel. Your Head of Department / Head of Office must forward the printed application along with service documents to: The Regional Director, Staff Selection Commission (Northern Region), Block No. 12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003, so as to reach by 03-07-2026 (6:00 PM) - or 10-07-2026 for candidates abroad/A&N/Lakshadweep.
- 8Certified true copy of the first page of your Service Book (attested by HoD/HoO)
- 9Certified particulars of service (posts held, scale of pay, nature of appointment)
- 10Class 12th certificate / educational qualification proof (if applicable)
- 11Caste/Category certificate (SC/ST), if claiming reservation
- 12Disability certificate (Annexure-VII / VIII) for PwBD candidates
- 13A recent passport-size photo for the live capture reference, and a scanned signature
- 14Photograph: Captured live via webcam/phone, in a well-lit area with a plain background. No cap, mask, or spectacles. Face must fill the on-screen red rectangle. Pre-existing/scanned photos are rejected.
- 15Signature: JPEG/JPG, 10–20 KB, dimensions about 6.0 cm × 2.0 cm. Sign so the signature fills at least 80% of the box. Blurred or miniature signatures are rejected.
- 16Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer applies to Paper-II (CBT) only. There is no negative marking in the descriptive Paper-I.
- 17Candidates must attempt the exam in the language (English/Hindi) chosen in the application form.
Important Links
FAQs
Can a general candidate or private-sector employee apply for this exam?
No. This is a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, open only to existing regular Group 'C' / MTS employees of the 12 participating Central Government cadres, with at least 3 years of service. It is not open to the general public or freshers.
How many vacancies are there in SSC JSA / LDC LDCE 2025?
A total of 149 vacancies across 12 departments - the largest shares being Central Passport Organisation (50), Armed Forces HQ Clerical Service (31), O/o Registrar General of India (17), and O/o Development Commissioner-MSME (13).
What are the application dates?
The online application is open from 05th June 2026 to 26th June 2026 (up to 11:00 PM). The forwarded hard copy must reach SSC-NR by 03rd July 2026.
Is there an application fee?
No application fee is prescribed for this departmental examination. (A ₹50-per-question charge applies only to optional answer-key challenges.)
Where will the exam be held and when?
The Computer Based Examination will be conducted in Delhi-NCR only, tentatively in July–August 2026.
What is the exam pattern?
Part-I has Paper-I (descriptive Short Essay, 100 marks) and Paper-II (objective CBT - Language 50 + General Knowledge 50 = 100 marks, with 0.25 negative marking). Part-II is APAR evaluation worth 60 marks. Final merit is out of 260 marks.
Do I need to send a physical copy of my application?
Yes. Apart from the online form, your Head of Department/Office must forward the printed application with service documents to SSC (Northern Region). Without proper-channel forwarding, the application is rejected.
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