The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for Selection Post Phase XIV/2026. This recruitment drive is a major opportunity for candidates with qualifications ranging from 10th pass to Graduation. With 3,003 vacancies across various central government departments, this is one of the most versatile recruitment notifications of the year.
The online application process started on April 13, 2026.
Important Dates
- Notification Release: April 13, 2026
- Online Application Starts: April 13, 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: May 4, 2026 (11:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: May 5, 2026
- Correction Window: May 11 to May 13, 2026
- Computer Based Exam (CBT): June 2026 (Tentative)
Vacancy Details (Total 3003 Posts)
The vacancies are categorized by educational level and social category:
- Matriculation Level (10th): MTS, Laboratory Attendant, Peon, etc.
- Higher Secondary Level (12th): LDC, DEO, Laboratory Assistant, etc.
- Graduation & Above: Phase XIV Assistant, Auditor, Inspector, etc.
Category-wise Vacancies:
UR: 1534 | OBC: 667 | SC: 346 | ST: 185 | EWS: 271
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification (as of May 4, 2026):
Candidates must have passed 10th, 12th, or Graduation from a recognized board/university based on the specific post applied for.
2. Age Limit (as of January 1, 2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: Varies by post (General range: 18-25, 18-27, or 18-30 years).
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD (10 years) as per government rules.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM: Exempted (Nil)
- Payment Mode: Online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Cards.
Selection Process
- The selection process is straightforward but rigorous:
- Computer Based Examination (CBT): Objective type Multiple Choice Questions.
- Skill Test: Required only for specific posts (e.g., Typing Test, Data Entry Test).
- Document Verification: Scrutiny of original documents.
Exam Pattern:
- Sections: General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language.
- Total: 100 Questions (200 Marks) | Time: 60 Minutes.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the NEW official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
- One-Time Registration (OTR): Complete the new OTR process (Old OTR from ssc.nic.in is not valid).
- Login: Use your new Registration Number and Password.
- Live Photo: Be ready to capture a live photograph using a webcam or the SSC app (no caps/specs/side-face).
- Apply: Select "Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts" and fill in the post-specific details.
- Pay Fee: Complete the transaction and submit your form.
Some Useful Important Links
Apply Online
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Download Notification
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Official Website
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