SSC Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025
Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India
Department: Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Personnel and Training
Department: Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Personnel and Training
The Staff Selection Commission will conduct a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination for recruitment into Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade (Group 'C', Non-Gazetted) posts under various Central Government services/cadres, subject to availability of vacancies.
Organization Details
- Organization Name: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Government: Government of India
- Address: Block No.12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
- Country: India
- State: Delhi
- City: New Delhi
- Postal Code: 110003
Post Details
| Post Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-2 (Group C, Non-Gazetted) |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Mode of Recruitment | Limited Departmental Competitive Examination |
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 05 June 2026
- Last Date for Online Application: 26 June 2026 (23:00 hours)
- Last Date for Receipt of Forwarded Application: 03 July 2026 (18:00 hours)
- Extended Last Date (Abroad/Andaman & Lakshadweep): 10 July 2026 (18:00 hours)
- Computer Based Examination: July – August 2026 (Tentative)
Vacancy Details (Tentative)
| Service/Cadre | UR | SC | ST | Total | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Passport Organisation (MEA) | 50 | - | - | 50 | - |
| Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service | 31 | - | - | 31 | - |
| MEA (Cadre Cell) | 06 | 01 | - | 07 | 01 (OH) |
| Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service | 08 | 02 | 02 | 12 | 02 (VH) |
| Central Administrative Tribunal | 01 | 02 | 01 | 04 | - |
| Registrar General of India | 17 | - | - | 17 | - |
| NTRO | 07 | 01 | 01 | 09 | - |
| Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | 01 | - | - | 01 | - |
| MSME Development Commissioner Office | 12 | 01 | - | 13 | 01 (VH) |
| Central Translation Bureau | 02 | - | - | 02 | - |
| Legislative Department (Official Language Wing) | 01 | - | - | 01 | - |
| BPR&D (MHA) | 02 | - | - | 02 | - |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be serving Government employees in eligible cadres.
- Must be Group 'C' employee in Level-1 post
- Minimum 3 years regular service required
- Must have passed 12th standard or equivalent
- Eligibility varies by cadre/service rules
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 45 years
- SC/ST Relaxation: Up to 50 years
- Age counted as per cadre-specific crucial dates
Application Process
- One Time Registration (OTR) on https://ssc.gov.in
- Fill online application form
- Upload photograph (live capture), signature, and documents
- Submit application online
- Print application and forward through department
Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination (CBT)
- Evaluation of Service Records
- Typing Test (for applicable cadres)
- Document Verification
Application Fees
No application fee is mentioned (Departmental Examination for government employees).
Exam Details
- Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Exam Location: Delhi-NCR only
- Tentative Exam Date: July – August 2026
- Centre change: Not allowed
Important Instructions
- Only one application allowed
- Multiple applications lead to rejection
- Aadhaar-based authentication recommended
- No changes allowed after submission
- Applications must be forwarded by Head of Department
- False information leads to cancellation
- Admission certificate will be online only
Contact / Helpline
Staff Selection Commission (Northern Region)
Block No.12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
All communication must include exam name, candidate details, and roll number/DOB.
Block No.12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
All communication must include exam name, candidate details, and roll number/DOB.
Participating Services/Cadres
- Central Passport Organisation (MEA)
- Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service
- Ministry of External Affairs Cadre Cell
- Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service
- Central Administrative Tribunal
- Registrar General of India Office
- NTRO
- MSME Office
- Central Translation Bureau
- BPR&D
- Legislative Department (Official Language Wing)
Crucial Eligibility Conditions (Selected Cadres)
Central Passport Organisation: 3 years service, 12th pass, max age 45 (50 SC/ST)
Armed Forces HQ: 3 years service as MTS Group C + 12th pass required
MEA Cadre Cell: 3 years service + mandatory training completion
Railway Board: 3 years service + typing test requirement
CAT: 3 years service + 12th pass, age limit 45 (50 SC/ST)
Documents Required
- Service Book (attested copy)
- Service particulars certificate
- Educational qualification certificate (12th)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Defence disability certificate (if applicable)
- Digital signature (JPEG format)
Official Links
- Official Website: https://ssc.gov.in
- Regional Website: https://sscnr.nic.in
