The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released its official exam calendar for the years 2025-2026 . This calendar is an important guide for students and job seekers planning to apply for central government jobs. It lists the schedule for major examinations like Combined Graduate Level (CGL), Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL), Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), and various Delhi Police jobs.
The SSC announced this exam schedule on December 6, 2024 . Candidates can use this calendar to know the expected dates for job announcements, application deadlines, and exam dates well in advance. All details are available on the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in .
What is the SSC Exam Calendar?
The SSC Exam Calendar is like a roadmap for future government job exams. It tells you when the SSC plans to release job notifications and when the exams will be held. This helps you plan your studies and applications better for different government roles under the Staff Selection Commission.
Key Exams in the 2025-26 Calendar
The calendar covers a wide range of popular government jobs. Some of the main examinations included are:
- Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Exam: For graduate-level posts.
- Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Exam: For 12th pass students.
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) & Havaldar Exam: For 10th pass students.
- Junior Engineer (JE) Exam: For engineering diploma/degree holders.
- Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Exam: For stenography skills.
- Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs Exam: For police and security forces.
- Constable (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF & Assam Rifles Exam: For general duty constables.
- Various Delhi Police exams like Head Constable and Constable (Executive).
Important Dates for SSC Exams 2025-26
While the calendar provides a general overview, specific application start dates, last dates to apply, and exact exam dates will be announced with each job notification. Below is a table summarizing the expected schedule:
| Exam Name | Notification Date | Last Date to Apply | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC JSA/LDC Grade Limited Dept. Exam, 2024 | — | — | 8 June 2025 |
| SSC SSA/UDC Grade Limited Dept. Exam, 2024 | — | — | 8 June 2025 |
| SSC ASO Grade Limited Dept. Exam, 2022-2024 | — | — | 8 June 2025 |
| SSC Selection Post Examination, Phase-XIII, 2025 | 2 June 2025 | 23 June 2025 | 24 July – 4 August 2025 |
| SSC Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Exam, 2025 | 5 June 2025 | 26 June 2025 | 6 – 11 August 2025 |
| SSC Combined Hindi Translators Exam, 2025 | 5 June 2025 | 26 June 2025 | 12 August 2025 |
| SSC Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGL), 2025 | 9 June 2025 | 4 July 2025 | 13 – 30 August 2025 |
| SSC Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs Exam, 2025 | 16 June 2025 | 7 July 2025 | 1 – 6 September 2025 |
| SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam (CHSL), 2025 | 23 June 2025 | 18 July 2025 | 8 – 18 September 2025 |
| SSC MTS & Havaldar Exam, 2025 | 26 June 2025 | 24 July 2025 | 20 Sept – 24 Oct 2025 |
| SSC Junior Engineer (Civil, Mech, Electrical) Exam, 2025 | 30 June 2025 | 21 July 2025 | 27 – 31 October 2025 |
| SSC Constable (Driver)-Male in Delhi Police Exam, 2025 | Jul – Sep 2025 | Jul – Sep 2025 | Nov – Dec 2025 |
| SSC Head Constable (Ministerial) in Delhi Police Exam, 2025 | Jul – Sep 2025 | Jul – Sep 2025 | Nov – Dec 2025 |
| SSC Head Constable (AWO/TPO) in Delhi Police Exam, 2025 | Jul – Sep 2025 | Jul – Sep 2025 | Nov – Dec 2025 |
| SSC Constable (Executive) Male and Female in Delhi Police Exam, 2025 | Jul – Sep 2025 | Jul – Sep 2025 | Nov – Dec 2025 |
| SSC Grade ‘C’ Stenographer Limited Dept. Exam, 2025 | Jul – Sep 2025 | Aug – Nov 2025 | Jan – Feb 2026 |
| SSC Constables (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF & Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Exam, 2026 | Oct 2025 | Nov 2025 | Jan – Feb 2026 |
| SSC JSA/LDC Grade Limited Dept. Exam, 2025 | Jan 2026 | Jan – Feb 2026 | Mar 2026 |
| SSC SSA/UDC Grade Limited Dept. Exam, 2025 | Jan 2026 | Jan – Feb 2026 | Mar 2026 |
| SSC ASO Grade Limited Dept. Exam, 2025 | Jan 2026 | Jan – Feb 2026 | Mar 2026 |
Application Fees and Age Limit
The application fees and age limits are different for each job. These details will be clearly mentioned in the separate job announcement for each exam. Generally, candidates can pay fees:
- Online using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
- Offline through an E-Challan at designated banks.
Always check the official job notification for exact fee amounts and age criteria.
How SSC Selects Candidates
The selection process for most SSC jobs usually involves several steps. These steps ensure that the right candidates are chosen:
- Written Exam: Candidates first appear for a written test.
- Skill Test: Some jobs, like Stenographer, require a skill test (e.g., typing or shorthand).
- Merit List: Based on exam performance, a merit list of qualified candidates is prepared.
- Medical Test: Candidates go through a medical check-up.
- Document Verification: Original documents are checked to confirm eligibility.
How to Download the SSC Exam Calendar 2025-26
To get your copy of the exam calendar, follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official Staff Selection Commission website: ssc.gov.in .
- Look for a section or link titled ” Exam Calendar 2025-26 ” or similar.
- Click on the link to open or download the PDF file of the calendar.
- Save the calendar on your device or print it for easy reference.
It is important for all interested candidates to regularly visit the official SSC website for the latest updates and detailed notifications for each specific job opening.