SSC Selection Post Exam Vacancy Details
Updated 2026| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1534 |
| SC | 346 |
| ST | 185 |
| OBC | 667 |
| EWS | 271 |
| Total | 2919 |
Reviewing historical vacancy trends for the SSC Selection Post examinations provides crucial insight into the competitive landscape and departmental hiring patterns. These trends illustrate the fluctuation in manpower requirements across different ministries and central government agencies over several years, helping aspirants gauge the difficulty level and plan their preparation strategy accordingly.
Year-wise Vacancy Breakdown:
- 2026 (Phase 14): 2,919 vacancies
- 2025 (Phase 13): 2,429 vacancies
- 2024 (Phase 12): 2,049 vacancies
- 2023 (Phase 11): 5,369 vacancies
- 2022 (Phase 10): 2,065 vacancies
- 2021 (Phase 9): 3,261 vacancies
- 2020 (Phase 8): 1,355 vacancies
- 2019 (Phase 7): 1,348 vacancies
As the data shows, the vacancy count has historically varied, with significant spikes observed in years like 2023. Understanding these trends indicates that while vacancy numbers are never static, the demand for government personnel remains consistent across different educational levels. Candidates should treat these numbers as an indication of opportunities rather than a fixed guarantee, as the actual requirement per post category depends on individual department needs at the time of recruitment. By analyzing the trends, candidates can see that the commission actively hires across a spectrum of requirements, reinforcing the importance of being well-qualified and thoroughly prepared for every phase.