SSC CHSL 2026 Eligibility Criteria – Age, Qualification & Reservations

SSC CHSL

Staff Selection Commission12th medium

All candidates must fulfil SSC CHSL 2026 eligibility conditions as on the closing date of the application form.

Educational Qualification

PostRequired Qualification
LDC / JSA12th Pass (10+2) from a recognised Board
Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant (PA/SA)12th Pass (10+2) from a recognised Board
Data Entry Operator (DEO)12th Pass (10+2) with Science and Maths subjects; or 12th Pass in any stream for DEO in other departments
Court Clerk (Supreme Court)12th Pass (10+2) from a recognised Board

Age Limit

PostAge Limit
LDC / JSA18–27 years
PA / SA18–27 years
DEO (various departments)18–27 years
DEO (Office of C&AG)18–27 years

Age Relaxation

CategoryRelaxation
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)3 years
SC / ST5 years
PwD (General / EWS)10 years
PwD (OBC)13 years
PwD (SC/ST)15 years

Nationality

Candidates must be a citizen of India. Persons of specified nationality categories may also be eligible as per Government of India rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.Can graduates apply for SSC CHSL 2026?

Yes. Graduates are eligible to apply for SSC CHSL. However, the posts are designed for 12th-pass level and graduates who clear SSC CGL will likely get higher-level posts.

Q.What stream is required for DEO post?

DEO post in most departments requires 12th pass with Science stream including Maths. Check the specific departmental requirements in the official notification.

Q.Is there a height/physical requirement for SSC CHSL?

No. SSC CHSL does not have any physical standard requirements for its posts.

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