SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria 2026 – Check (10+2) LDC/DEO Age Limit, Educational Qualification

SSC CHSL Age Limit 2026

The age criteria for SSC CHSL 2026 are calculated as on 01 January 2026.

The minimum age required is 18 years and the maximum age allowed is 27 years. Candidates must be born between 02 January 1999 and 01 January 2008 (tentative as per standard criteria).

All candidates applying for LDC, JSA, PA, SA, and DEO posts must fall within this age bracket unless they are eligible for age relaxation under reserved categories.

Always verify your date of birth carefully before filling the SSC CHSL 2026 online form to avoid rejection.

Age Relaxation for Reserved Categories

The upper age limit is relaxable as per Government of India rules. The relaxation applicable for SSC CHSL 2026 is as follows:

• SC/ST: 5 years

• OBC: 3 years

• PwD (Unreserved): 10 years

• PwD + OBC: 13 years

• PwD + SC/ST: 15 years

• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deduction of military service

Additional relaxations are available for Central Government employees, widows/divorced women, J&K domicile candidates, and other special categories as per official notification. Candidates claiming relaxation must produce valid certificates during document verification.

Keep checking the official SSC website for detailed category-wise age relaxation rules for CHSL 2026.

SSC CHSL Educational Qualification 2026

Educational qualification is one of the most important components of the SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria 2026. Candidates must have completed their 12th standard or equivalent examination from a recognized board or university.

For most posts such as LDC, JSA, Postal Assistant, Sorting Assistant, and DEO (except Grade ‘A’), the minimum qualification required is 12th pass (10+2).

However, for DEO Grade ‘A’ posts in specific Ministries/Departments, candidates must have passed 12th standard in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject.

Candidates who are appearing in their 12th class examination are also eligible to apply, but they must produce proof of passing the examination on or before the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification. Failure to submit documentary evidence will result in cancellation of candidature.

Download and read the SSC CHSL 2026 official notification PDF carefully to confirm post-wise qualification requirements.

SSC CHSL Nationality Criteria 2026

A candidate must be:

• A citizen of India, OR

• A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, OR

• A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanent settlement, OR

• A person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries intending permanent settlement in India.

Candidates belonging to categories other than Indian citizens must possess a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.

Ensure you meet SSC nationality conditions before final submission of your CHSL application form.

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2026

The SSC CHSL 2026 selection process consists of:

1. Tier-I: Computer-Based Examination

2. Tier-II: Computer-Based Examination

3. Skill Test / Typing Test (as applicable to post)

The Skill Test for DEO requires data entry speed as prescribed by the Commission. The Typing Test for LDC/JSA/PA/SA requires a minimum typing speed of:

• 35 words per minute in English

• 30 words per minute in Hindi

For DEO posts, the required key depressions per hour will be specified in the official notification. The skill/typing test is qualifying in nature but mandatory.

Start practicing typing speed early to comfortably meet SSC CHSL 2026 skill test standards.

Important Instructions for SSC CHSL 2026

Candidates must ensure that they satisfy all eligibility conditions before applying online. The candidature will be provisional until document verification is completed. Submission of false information or fabricated documents will lead to immediate cancellation and possible debarment from future SSC examinations.

All original documents related to age, educational qualification, and category must be produced at the time of document verification. Candidates who fail to meet the eligibility requirements by the prescribed date will not be considered for final selection.

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How to Apply for SSC CHSL 2026

After confirming eligibility, candidates must apply through the official website (ssc.gov.in). The application process is completely online.

Applicants should:

• Read the notification carefully

• Verify age and educational qualification

• Keep required documents ready

• Fill in the online application form correctly

• Upload photograph and signature

• Pay the application fee (if applicable)

• Submit and download confirmation page

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