Job Description
Overview
The Staff Selection Commission has initiated the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination for the year 2025 to fill 65 vacancies for Senior Secretariat Assistant and Upper Division Clerk roles. This recruitment is specifically designed for internal candidates currently serving as Lower Division Clerks within the Central Secretariat Clerical Service cadre under the Department of Personnel and Training. It serves as a vital career progression pathway for eligible departmental staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Handling administrative tasks and clerical duties within the Central Secretariat.
- Managing parliamentary procedures and documentation as per the latest guidelines.
- Drafting official communications and maintaining records in accordance with the Manual of Office Procedure.
- Assisting in the processing of files and departmental correspondence.
- Ensuring compliance with government regulations and office protocols.
- Coordinating with various sections to facilitate smooth administrative operations.
Why Apply
This examination offers a significant opportunity for career advancement within the Central Secretariat Clerical Service. Successful candidates move into a higher pay level, enhancing their professional standing and financial benefits while continuing their service in a prestigious government department.
Important Dates
- Application Start: 25 June 2026
- Online Application Deadline: 16 July 2026
- Hard Copy Submission Deadline: 23 July 2026
- Tentative Exam Date: August 2026
Quick Facts
- Vacancy Count: 65
- Pay Level: Level-4
- Location: Delhi-NCR
- Category: Group C Non-Gazetted
SSC SSA Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 65 Senior Secretariat Assistant / Upper Division Clerk LDCE Posts Overview
Registration Date
25 Jun 2026 –
16 Jul 2026
Exam Date
01 Aug 2026
Salary
Rs. 25,500 - Rs. 81,100
Vacancies
65
Eligibility
LDC/JSA with 5 years service
Application Link
Vacancy Details
- Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS): 65 Posts
How to Apply
- Visit the official SSC portal at https://ssc.gov.in.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if you have not already done so on the new website.
- Log in using your credentials and navigate to the 'Apply' link for the Senior Secretariat Assistant / Upper Division Clerk LDCE 2025.
- Select your cadre as Central Secretariat Clerical Service.
- Enter your service details, including joining date and typewriting test information.
- Capture a live photograph using your webcam and upload a scanned signature in the specified format.
- Upload all mandatory documents, including the first page of your Service Book.
- Review all entries carefully before submitting the application.
- Print the submitted application form.
- Forward the printed application along with all required documents through your Head of Department to the Regional Director, SSC (Northern Region), New Delhi, by 23 July 2026.
- Retain a copy of the submitted application for your personal records.
Cutoff Marks
The Commission reserves the right to fix minimum qualifying marks for the Computer Based Examination at its discretion.
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned for this departmental examination.
Age Limit
As per the departmental rules for the CSCS cadre, candidates must meet the service length requirements as of 01 August 2025.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of two distinct stages. Stage 1 is a Computer Based Examination (CBE) worth 200 marks, covering Comprehension and General English, Parliamentary Procedure, General Knowledge, and Noting and Drafting. Candidates must qualify in this stage to proceed. Stage 2 involves the evaluation of service records, specifically Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs), worth 100 marks. The final merit list is prepared by aggregating the scores from both stages, totaling 300 marks.
Exam Pattern
The Computer Based Examination consists of 200 objective-type questions, with 50 questions per subject. The duration is 3 hours. A negative marking of 0.25 marks applies to each incorrect answer. The subjects include Comprehension and General English, Parliamentary Procedure, General Knowledge, and Noting and Drafting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The SSC SSA Recruitment 2026 refers to the Senior Secretariat Assistant / Upper Division Clerk Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025, conducted by the Staff Selection Commission. It is open exclusively to serving Lower Division Clerks (JSA/LDC) of the Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS) cadre under DoPT — not for general public candidates. Check the official notification for specific eligibility details.
A total of 65 vacancies are available under the Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS) cadre of DoPT. Category-wise breakup (UR/SC/ST/PwBD) has not been specified in the current notification and will be communicated in due course. Keep an eye on the official SSC website for updates regarding category-specific seat allocations.
The last date to submit the online application is 16 July 2026 (up to 11:00 PM / 2300 hours). The printed application hard copy must reach SSC (Northern Region), New Delhi through the Head of Department by 23 July 2026 (6:00 PM). Ensure you submit both online and offline versions before the respective deadlines.
Candidates must be regularly appointed Lower Division Clerks in the CSCS cadre of DoPT with not less than five years' approved and continuous service in the LDC grade as on 01 August 2025. If appointed through a competitive exam, the results must have been declared at least five years before the crucial date. Verify your service records before applying.
The notification does not specify any application fee for this Limited Departmental Competitive Examination. As it is an internal departmental exam, no fee has been mentioned. Candidates should confirm on the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in before applying to ensure they have the latest information.
The Computer Based Examination will be held tentatively in August 2026 at centres in Delhi-NCR only. No request for change of centre will be entertained under any circumstances. Candidates serving at Indian missions abroad must appear in India at their own expense. Plan your travel accordingly if you are posted outside Delhi.
Part-I is a Computer Based Examination of 200 marks covering four subjects — Comprehension and General English (50 marks), Parliamentary Procedure (50 marks), General Knowledge (50 marks), and Noting and Drafting (50 marks) — with a duration of 3 hours. Part-II covers APAR evaluation for 100 marks. Total marks for final selection: 300.
The SSC SSA / UDC post is at Pay Level-4 in the 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix, with a pay range of Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100 per month. It is a Group C Non-Gazetted post under DoPT, and all applicable central government allowances are additionally admissible. Check your current pay slip to understand the potential increase.
