The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Tentative Calendar of Examinations for the Year 2026-2027. This calendar outlines the schedule for major SSC recruitments including Combined Graduate Level (CGL), Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL), Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), GD Constable, Junior Engineer, Stenographer, and others. The calendar provides tentative dates for notification release, application closure, and examination periods. Aspirants planning for SSC exams in 2026-27 can now prepare accordingly.
| S. No. | Name of Examination | Tier / Phase | Date of Advertisement (Tentative) | Closing Date (Tentative) | Tentative Date / Month of Examination |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (for DoPT only) | Paper-I (CBE)* | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 2 | SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (for DoPT only) | Paper-I (CBE)* | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 3 | ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | Paper-I (CBE)* | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 4 | Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 (SSC CGL 2026) | Tier-I (CBE)* | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – June 2026 |
| 5 | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination, 2026 (SSC JE 2026) | Paper-I (CBE)* | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – June 2026 |
| 6 | Selection Post Examination, Phase-XIV, 2026 | CBE* | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – July 2026 |
| 7 | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 (SSC CHSL 2026) | Tier-I (CBE)* | April 2026 | May 2026 | July – September 2026 |
| 8 | Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026 (SSC Stenographer 2026) | CBE* | April 2026 | May 2026 | August – September 2026 |
| 9 | Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026 (SSC JHT 2026) | Paper-I (CBE)* | April 2026 | May 2026 | August – September 2026 |
| 10 | Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff & Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination, 2026 (SSC MTS 2026) | CBE* | June 2026 | July 2026 | September – November 2026 |
| 11 | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 (SSC CPO SI 2026) | Paper-I (CBE)* | May 2026 | June 2026 | October – November 2026 |
| 12 | Constables (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), NIA, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2027 (SSC GD Constable 2027) | CBE* | September 2026 | October 2026 | January – March 2027 |
*CBE: Computer Based Examination. All dates are tentative and subject to change. Exact dates will be confirmed in the detailed notifications.
- First Exam of the Cycle: Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations (for DoPT) in May 2026.
- Major Mass Recruitment Exams: SSC CGL 2026 (May-June), SSC CHSL 2026 (July-Sept), SSC MTS 2026 (Sept-Nov), SSC GD Constable 2027 (Jan-Mar 2027).
- Technical Exams: SSC Junior Engineer (JE) 2026 scheduled for May-June 2026.
- Specialized Exams: Stenographer Grade C&D, Hindi Translators (JHT), Sub-Inspector (CPO) exams are spread across August to November 2026.
- Longest Exam Window: SSC GD Constable exam has a three-month window from January to March 2027.
- Computer Based Mode: All listed examinations are Computer Based (Online).
- Notification Release Pattern: Notifications for most exams are scheduled 1-2 months before the application closing date.
While specific eligibility (age, educational qualification) varies for each exam, here is a general overview:
| Exam Name | General Educational Qualification (Expected) | General Age Limit (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| SSC CGL | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university | 18-32 years (varies by post) |
| SSC CHSL | 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent | 18-27 years |
| SSC MTS | Class 10 pass (Matriculation) or equivalent | 18-25 years |
| SSC GD Constable | Class 10 pass (Matriculation) or equivalent | 18-23 years |
| SSC JE | Diploma/Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) | 18-32 years |
| SSC Stenographer | 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent | 18-27 years |
Note: Age relaxation is provided as per Government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates. Exact eligibility will be detailed in the respective exam notifications.
Most SSC exams follow a multi-tier selection process (Tier-I, Tier-II, Skill Test/Typing Test/Document Verification). Below is a generic pattern:
1. Tier-I (Preliminary): Computer Based Examination (CBE) with multiple-choice questions. Qualifying in nature for some exams, but marks considered for final merit in others.
2. Tier-II (Mains): Another CBE with more advanced/subject-specific questions. Not all exams have Tier-II.
3. Tier-III (Descriptive/Skill Test): For some exams like SSC CGL (Descriptive Paper), SSC CHSL (Typing Test), SSC Stenographer (Skill Test).
4. Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination: Final stage for verification of original documents and medical fitness (for posts like SI, GD Constable).
Marking Scheme: Usually, +2 marks for correct answer, -0.50 marks for wrong answer (negative marking). Some papers may have different schemes.
Medium of Exam: Questions are available in both English and Hindi (except for language papers).
The calendar is official but TENTATIVE. It is released by the Staff Selection Commission for advance planning. The exact dates for notifications, application, and exams may change. Final dates will be announced in the detailed notification for each exam.
As per the tentative calendar, the SSC CGL 2026 notification is expected to be released in March 2026. The application window will likely close in April 2026, and the Tier-I exam is tentatively scheduled for May – June 2026.
Yes. As per the calendar, all listed examinations are designated as Computer Based Examination (CBE), meaning they will be conducted online at designated exam centers.
The last exam scheduled in this calendar is the Constables (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2027, with an exam window from January to March 2027.
As the SSC CHSL 2026 Tier-I exam is tentatively scheduled for July – September 2026, and the notification will be out in April 2026, aspirants should start their preparation at least 6-8 months in advance, i.e., by early 2026.
All updates and corrigendum will be posted on the official SSC website (https://ssc.gov.in). Candidates should regularly check the website and also join our WhatsApp channel for instant alerts on changes.
Yes. The calendar includes both Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026 (tentatively August-September 2026) and Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026 (tentatively August-September 2026).
No new exams are introduced. The calendar includes the regular annual SSC exams. The Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations are for departmental candidates only (DoPT).
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