SSC JSA / LDC DoPT LDCE Recruitment 2026 — 49 Posts Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade • CSCS Cadre, DoPT • Limited Departmental Competitive Examination 2025 • Apply Online by 16 July 2026 • ssc.gov.in
This Is a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) — Not Open to General Public
This examination is exclusively for serving Central Government employees — specifically, permanent or regularly appointed temporary Group ‘C’ employees with Grade Pay of ₹1800 who have rendered at least 3 years of regular service as on the crucial date of 01.08.2025 and have passed the 12th standard. General public / fresher / direct candidates are not eligible. Applications must be forwarded through the candidate’s Head of Department / Head of Office — applications not forwarded through proper channel will be rejected. The Commission’s decision in all matters is final and binding.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Dept. of Personnel & Training (DoPT), Government of India Block No. 12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003 |
| Notice No. | 4/7/2026-CONF-5 dated 25 June 2026 |
| Examination Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (CSCS, DoPT) |
| Post Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Grade |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-2 — ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted) |
| Cadre / Service | Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS) — Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) |
| Total Vacancies | 49 Posts — Category-wise (UR/SC/ST/PwBD) breakup to be informed in due course |
| Crucial Date for Eligibility | All eligibility (service length) reckoned as on 01 August 2025 |
| Online Application Opens | 25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Closes | 16 July 2026 at 2300 Hrs |
| Printed Copy (Hard Copy) to Reach SSC-NR by | 23 July 2026 (1800 hrs) — General | 30 July 2026 (1800 hrs) — Candidates abroad / A&N / Lakshadweep |
| Application Mode | Online at ssc.gov.in — followed by forwarding printed copy through HoD/HoO |
| Application Fee | Nil — No fee mentioned in official Notice (LDCE) |
| Exam Schedule | Tentatively August 2026 — Computer Based Examination (CBE) |
| Exam Centre | Delhi-NCR Only — No change of centre entertained |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Examination (CBE) → Merit List → Recommendation for Select List |
| CBE Pattern | 180 MCQs — 3 hours (4 hrs for eligible PwBD scribe candidates) — Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer |
| Mode of Correspondence | SSC Northern Region — sscnr.nic.in |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
| Sr. No. | Name of Service / Cadre | UR | SC | ST | Total | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS), DoPT | — | — | — | 49* | — |
*Category-wise vacancies (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD) shall be communicated in due course by the Service/Cadre Controlling Authority (CCA). Reservation for SC, ST and PwBD will be as per the vacancy position in respective categories reported by the CCA as per extant Government Orders. Management reserves the right to increase or decrease vacancies based on business requirements and availability of qualified candidates.
Permanent or regularly appointed temporary Group ‘C’ employee with Grade Pay of ₹1800
Not less than 3 years’ regular service as a Group ‘C’ employee with Grade Pay ₹1800 as on 01.08.2025
Must have passed the 12th standard examination from a recognised Board or equivalent
Must pass SSC periodical typewriting test — 30 wpm English / 25 wpm Hindi (manual) or 35 wpm / 30 wpm on computer, if not already passed
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Deputation to Ex-Cadre Post | Group ‘C’ employees on deputation to ex-cadre post with approval of competent authority are eligible, if otherwise eligible |
| Transfer to Ex-Cadre / Another Service | Group ‘C’ employees appointed to an ex-cadre post or another service on transfer but retaining a lien in Group ‘C’ post are eligible |
| Resigned / Quit Service | Candidates who resign, quit, or have their services terminated before/after the exam are not eligible for appointment on the result of this exam |
| Typewriting Exemption | Candidates declared permanently unfit for typewriting by a Civil Surgeon due to physical disability may be exempted from typewriting requirement in consultation with DoPT |
- This is a Departmental Examination — the general public and fresher candidates are not eligible
- Applications must be forwarded through Head of Department / Head of Office only — direct applications are not accepted
- The Head of Department/Office must verify eligibility before forwarding — it is their responsibility as per the Notice
- Eligibility is determined as on the crucial date: 01 August 2025 — not the date of application
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comprehension / General English | 60 | 60 | English & Hindi (General English section in English only) |
| General Knowledge | 60 | 60 | English or Hindi (as opted in application) |
| CSMOP (Ch. 5, 6, 10 — Dak Receipts, File Mgmt, Records Mgmt) | 60 | 60 | English or Hindi (as opted in application) |
| TOTAL | 180 | 180 | — |
- All questions are Objective Type Multiple Choice — no descriptive paper
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer — attempt carefully
- Duration: 3 hours (4 hours for candidates eligible for scribe / compensatory time)
- Tentative Answer Keys will be placed on ssc.gov.in after exam — candidates may challenge for ₹50 per question (non-refundable) within the given time window
- No re-evaluation/re-checking of scores at any stage
- No Question Paper in Braille for Visually Handicapped candidates
- Candidate must attempt in the language (English/Hindi) opted in the Application Form, except the ‘General English’ section which is in English only
| Subject | Detailed Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Comprehension / General English | Candidate will be tested in simple composition and applied grammar. This includes comprehension passages (in English/Hindi) and questions testing basic grammar and written English proficiency. The ‘General English’ sub-section must be attempted in English only. |
| General Knowledge | Knowledge of current events, matters of every day observation, experience, and general information about India — includes polity, economy, geography, history, science, and national/international affairs. |
| CSMOP | Simple questions from Chapter No. 5 (Management of Dak Receipts), Chapter No. 6 (File Management System), and Chapter No. 10 (Records Management) of the latest edition of the Central Secretariat Manual of Office Procedure (CSMOP). Candidates should use the most current/latest edition. |
JSA / LDC Grade — CSCS Cadre, DoPT
Pay Level-2 in the Pay Matrix | Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted | Central Government Service | DA, HRA & other allowances as applicable
(Level-2 Min)
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-2 in Pay Matrix (7th CPC) |
| Pay Range | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month (Grade Pay ₹1,900 equivalent) |
| Post Category | Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted |
| Allowances | DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), TA (Transport Allowance) and other Central Government allowances as admissible |
| Nature of Appointment | Regular Government Service — JSA/LDC is a permanent cadre post, not tenure-based |
| Typewriting (Post-appointment) | Must pass SSC typewriting test within one year of appointment, failing which annual increments are withheld until test is passed |
| Probation / Reversion | Candidates who fail typewriting test within probation period are liable to be reverted to their substantive/temporary post |
| Posting | Selected candidates will be posted to CSCS Cadre, DoPT — postings as per Government requirement |
One Time Registration (OTR) & Online Application
Register on ssc.gov.in (new website) — OTR generated on old ssc.nic.in is not valid. Apply online by 16 July 2026 (2300 hrs). Submit only one application. Upload required documents including certified copy of Service Book page.
Forwarding Through Proper Channel
Printed copy of online application (with all required documents) must be forwarded by Head of Department / Head of Office to SSC Northern Region, New Delhi — to reach by 23 July 2026 (1800 hrs). Applications not forwarded through proper channel are rejected. HoD must verify eligibility and certify the application (Annexure-VI).
Provisional Acceptance & Admission Certificate
Commission issues Admit Card online on sscnr.nic.in approximately 10 days before the exam. Download facility available 3–4 days before exam. Admit Card not sent by post. Candidates must carry Departmental Identity Card (Original) to the exam centre.
Computer Based Examination (CBE)
180 MCQs — 3 hours — at Delhi-NCR only, tentatively August 2026. Subjects: Comprehension/General English (60), General Knowledge (60), CSMOP (60). Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer. No TA from SSC for attending exam.
Result & Merit List
Commission may fix minimum qualifying marks. Final selection is purely based on CBE aggregate marks — this is a competitive exam, not qualifying. Merit list prepared category-wise up to the number of vacancies notified. Tie-breaking: Marks in Comprehension/English → GK → Date of Birth (older higher) → Alphabetical order.
Recommendation for Select List
Candidates in merit order recommended for inclusion in Select List for JSA/LDC Grade, CSCS Cadre, DoPT. Success does not confer right to selection unless the cadre authority is satisfied about the candidate’s service conduct and suitability.
Official Notice uploaded on ssc.gov.in
OTR + Application submission starts at ssc.gov.in
Last date & time for online application submission at ssc.gov.in
Printed application to reach SSC-NR via HoD/HoO by this date
For candidates serving abroad, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep
Tentative — Delhi-NCR only — actual date to be announced on sscnr.nic.in
- Certified true copy of first page of Service Book (name, father’s name, nationality, caste, date of birth) — attested by HoD/HoO
- Certified particulars of service showing posts held, scale of pay, and capacity (substantive/officiating/permanent/temporary) — attested by HoD/HoO
- Copy of certificate of educational qualification (12th pass), if applicable
- Disability Certificate in case of PwBD candidates (Annexure-VII or Annexure-VIII as applicable)
- Live photograph captured at the time of filling application — no pre-existing photograph; no cap/mask/spectacles; good light, plain background
- Scanned signature — JPEG format — 10 to 20 KB — 6.0 cm × 2.0 cm
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
Visit ssc.gov.in → Register Now → Fill personal details, Aadhaar (or alternate ID), mobile (OTP verified), email (OTP verified), matriculation details. Complete within 14 days of starting or data will be deleted. OTR from old ssc.nic.in is not valid.
Fill Online Application Form
Login with Registration Number & password → Click “Apply” under “JSA/LDC LDCE 2025 (CSCS, DoPT)” in Live Exam tab → Fill Cadre (CSCS, DoPT), Exam Year (2025), service details, joining date, HoD details, scribe info (if applicable), choose exam language (English/Hindi). Capture live photo. Upload signature. Preview carefully before submitting.
Submit Online & Take Printout
Submit online application by 16 July 2026 (2300 hrs). Take a printout of the application form. Candidates can submit only one application — multiple submissions lead to rejection.
Forward Hard Copy via HoD / HoO (Mandatory)
The printed application + all required documents must be forwarded by your Head of Department / Head of Office to: “The Regional Director, SSC Northern Region, Block No. 12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003” to reach by 23 July 2026 (1800 hrs). The HoD must sign the photograph and put their seal (Annexure-VI). Applications not forwarded through proper channel are summarily rejected.
Download Admit Card & Appear for Exam
Admit Card uploaded on sscnr.nic.in about 10 days before exam — downloadable 3–4 days before exam. Carry Original Departmental Identity Card + hard copy of Admit Card to the exam centre. Appear in Delhi-NCR only.
| Category | Scribe / Assistive Device Eligibility | Compensatory Time |
|---|---|---|
| PwBD — Blindness & Cerebral Palsy (Para 35a) | Scribe / Technology / Assistive Devices provided — must opt in application and upload disability certificate | 20 minutes per hour of exam |
| Other PwBD categories (Para 35b) | On production of certificate from Chief Medical Officer/Civil Surgeon that physical limitation hampers writing (Annexure-II format) | 20 minutes per hour of exam |
| PwD with < 40% disability having writing difficulty (Para 35c) | On production of certificate as per Annexure-III (multi-specialist board certificate) — must be uploaded with application | 20 minutes per hour of exam |
| PwBD/PwD who are eligible but choose not to avail scribe | Not applicable (no scribe) | 20 minutes per hour of exam (still provided) |
- Must opt for scribe / assistive devices at the time of filling the online application — cannot be requested later
- Must produce all relevant certificates at the time of examination — failure to produce leads to cancellation of candidature
- Candidates without Medical Certificate will not be allowed to appear in examination
- Facility for scribe provided only if the post is identified suitable for the relevant disability category
Organisation: Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India
Ministry: Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT)
Address: Block No. 12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
Notice No.: 4/7/2026-CONF-5 dated 25 June 2026
Exam Name: JSA/LDC Grade LDCE, 2025 (CSCS, DoPT)
Total Vacancies: 49 Posts (category-wise breakup to be notified)
Application Period: 25 June 2026 to 16 July 2026 (2300 hrs)
Hard Copy Deadline: 23 July 2026 (1800 hrs) via HoD/HoO
Pay: Level-2 ₹19,900–₹63,200 | Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted
Exam: August 2026 (Tentative) — Delhi-NCR Only — CBE 180 MCQs / 3 Hrs
All updates — CBE date, Hall Ticket, results — will be published exclusively on sscnr.nic.in. SSC does not communicate through any unofficial channel.
- This is a Departmental Exam (LDCE) — only serving Central Government Group ‘C’ employees with GP ₹1800 and 3+ years service are eligible
- Application must be forwarded by HoD/HoO — directly submitted applications are rejected. HoD must sign photo and affix seal
- Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer — do not attempt randomly
- Delhi-NCR only — no change of exam centre under any circumstances; no TA for appearing
- OTR from old website ssc.nic.in is invalid — re-register on new ssc.gov.in
- Submit only one application — multiple applications lead to rejection
- No change in entries made in the online application will be allowed at any stage
- Canvassing by any means will lead to disqualification — do not attempt to influence the process
- Commission’s decision in all matters (eligibility, result, merit list) is final and binding
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