The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Selection Post Phase 14 Recruitment 2026 notification for 3,003 vacancies for various posts across departments, inviting candidates with matriculation, higher secondary (10+2) or graduation qualifications to apply online. Key dates include notification and start of application on 13 April 2026, last date to apply on 04 May 2026, and a tentative Computer-Based Examination scheduled for June 2026; applications are to be submitted through the official SSC portal.
Key highlights of the recruitment
The following section summarises the main particulars of the Phase XIV Selection Post recruitment released by SSC.
- Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Post Name: Selection Post Phase 14
- Total Vacancies: 3,003
- Application Mode: Online
- Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBE)
Important dates
Applicants should note all official timelines for submission, fee payment and corrections as published in the notification.
- Notification release and start of online application: 13 April 2026
- Last date to apply online: 04 May 2026
- Last date and time for online fee payment: 05 May 2026 (up to 2300 Hrs.)
- Application form correction window (including online payment): 11–13 May 2026 (up to 2300 Hrs.)
- Dates of Computer-Based Examination: June 2026 (Tentative)
Vacancy details
The recruitment advertises a total of 3,003 posts under Selection Post Phase XIV. Details of specific departmental postings and post-wise vacancies are available in the official notification.
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Selection Post Phase 14 | 3,003 |
Eligibility and age limits
Educational and age eligibility depend on the post level; candidates must ensure they meet the specific requirements for the post they apply to.
- Educational qualification: Matriculation (10th pass) OR 10+2 (Higher Secondary) OR Graduation, depending on the post level
- Age limit: Minimum age 18 years; maximum age varies by post (ranges published include 18–25, 18–27, 18–28, 18–30, 18–35, 20–25, 20–30, 21–27, 21–28, 22–28 and 23–28 years)
- Age relaxation: Applicable as per rules
Application fee and salary
Details on application fee exemptions and pay levels are provided below.
- Application fee: Rs. 100 for General and OBC candidates; exempted for Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen eligible for reservation
- Salary: Pay Levels 1 to 8 as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (varies post-wise)
Selection process and exam pattern
The selection process consists of a Computer-Based Examination followed by post-specific tests and document verification as applicable.
Stage 1: Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
The CBE is objective in nature and covers multiple subjects with negative marking.
- Total questions: 100
- Subjects: General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Negative marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer
Stage 2: Further stages
Additional stages may include skill tests (where applicable) and document verification for shortlisted candidates.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official SSC portal following the prescribed steps.
- Visit the official SSC website or login portal to apply: https://ssc.gov.in/login
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered
- Login, fill the application form, upload photograph and signature, pay fee if applicable, and submit the application
Official notification and website
Candidates should read the full official notification for detailed post-wise eligibility, vacancy distribution, exam syllabus and instructions before applying.
- Official notification (PDF): Download notification PDF
- Official SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in/
Instructions and frequently asked points
Applicants are advised to follow the published instructions and prepare the necessary documents for verification.
- Apply before the last date and fill details carefully; keep documents ready for Document Verification (DV)
- No correction will be allowed after final submission beyond the correction window
- Check the official notification for post-wise age limits, educational requirements and any post-specific tests
Quick FAQs
Key quick answers to common queries based on the official notification.
- How many vacancies are released? — 3,003 posts
- What is the last date to apply? — 04 May 2026
- What qualifications are required? — 10th / 12th / Graduate (depending on post)
- Is there negative marking? — Yes, 0.50 marks per wrong answer
- When is the exam? — June 2026 (tentative)
