SSC Selection Posts Eligibility 2026
Who can apply for SSC Selection Posts in 2026 — the age limit, educational qualification, nationality and attempt rules as specified by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Always confirm against the official notification before applying.
Matriculation Level Posts (10th pass)
- Age
- Varies by post — typically 18-25 years or 18-27 years. Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwD +10 yrs.
- Education
- Matriculation (Class 10) pass or equivalent from a recognised board.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee, or person of Indian origin from specified countries.
Higher Secondary Level Posts (10+2 / 12th pass)
- Age
- Varies by post — typically 18-25 years or 18-30 years.
- Education
- 12th pass (10+2) from a recognised board.
- Nationality
- Same as above.
Graduate Level Posts (Bachelor's degree)
- Age
- Varies by post — typically 18-30 years, some up to 32 years.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Some posts require specific subjects (e.g., Statistics for Statistical Assistant).
- Nationality
- Same as above.
- Attempts
- Some posts have additional skill requirements — e.g., Stenographer Grade D needs shorthand certification, Library Clerk needs Library Science qualification.
SSC Selection Posts eligibility — common questions
What is the educational qualification for SSC Selection Posts?
Matriculation (Class 10) pass or equivalent from a recognised board. That is for Matriculation Level Posts (10th pass); the other 2 posts under this notification are listed in the table above.
What is the age limit for SSC Selection Posts?
Varies by post — typically 18-25 years or 18-27 years. Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwD +10 yrs.
Do I need to be an Indian citizen to apply for SSC Selection Posts?
Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee, or person of Indian origin from specified countries.
Are there attempt limits or extra requirements for SSC Selection Posts?
Some posts have additional skill requirements — e.g., Stenographer Grade D needs shorthand certification, Library Clerk needs Library Science qualification.
Where should I confirm my SSC Selection Posts eligibility?
Always check against the official Staff Selection Commission (SSC) notification — eligibility rules can change from one cycle to the next. The official links are at the bottom of this page.
Official sources
Every figure on this page traces back to the official notification. Rules change from cycle to cycle — confirm before you apply.
SSC Official Website · SSC Selection Post Notification · SSC Calendar
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