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SSC exam dates 2026 published. Find out which SSC exam suits your qualification — 10th, 12th, or graduate — and how to apply before the deadline.

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SSC Exam Dates 2026 Are Out — Here Is What Changed

SSC released the official Exam Calendar 2026–27 in January 2026, covering 12 major exams scheduled between May 2026 and March 2027. Prepp This is good news. Now you have the full picture in one place. No guessing. No waiting.

The big one right now is SSC Phase 14. The notification was published on 13th April 2026, announcing 3003 vacancies across multiple central government departments. Oliveboard The window to apply is short. Do not sit on it.

SSC Phase 14 Notification 2026: Everything You Need Right Now

The online application window is open from 13th April 2026 to 4th May 2026. Practicemock That is less than 3 weeks. A correction window is available from 11th May to 13th May 2026. Oliveboard

A total of 3,003 vacancies across 382 post categories have been advertised through 9 regional offices of SSC. Jobsarkariupdate

Posts available at each level:

10th pass → Matriculation level posts (Lab Attendant, Store Clerk, Canteen Attendant)
12th pass → Higher Secondary level posts
Graduate → Scientific Assistant, Senior Computer, and more

The exam is expected in June 2026. It will have 100 questions for 200 marks with negative marking of 0.50 per wrong answer. Salary ranges from ₹18,000 to ₹81,100 depending on the post level. Oliveboard

SSC website traffic spikes in the final 3–4 days of the application window, causing login errors and payment failures. Apply in the first week — by 20th April 2026 — to stay safe. Jobsarkariupdate

Exam Particulars	Details
Recruitment Organization	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Post Name	Various Posts (Level 1 to Level 8)
Vacancies	3003
Job Location	All India
Category	SSC Selection Post 2026 Phase 14 Notification
Notification Release Date	13th April, 2026
Selection Process	1. Computer Based Test2. Medical Examination And 3. Document Verification
Official Website	ssc.gov. in

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What are the important dates for SSC Phase 14 2026?

The important dates are that SSC Phase 14 2026 includes Notification released on 13th April, 2026, applications from 13th April, 2026 to 4th May, 2026, correction window from 11th May to 13th May 2026.

Event	Dates
Notification Release Date	13th April, 2026
Application Start Date	13th April, 2026
Application Closing Date	4th May, 2026
Application Form Correction Date	11th May to 13th May 2026 (Up to 23:00 Hrs)
Exam Date	June, 2026 (Tentative)

SSC Selection Post Phase 14 Post Details

The SSC Selection Post Phase 14 recruitment drive offers a wide range of posts across various ministries, departments, and Organisations under the Government of India. These posts are categorised based on the level of educational qualification: Matriculation, Higher Secondary (10+2), and Graduation & above. Here are the key details:

Category	Details
Total Number of Posts	Thousands of vacancies released under multiple categories
Job Categories	– Lab Assistants – Scientific Assistants – Junior Engineers – Technical Operators – Data Entry Operators – Clerks – Store Keepers – Field Assistants – Other Group ‘C’ and ‘D’ level posts
Departments Involved	– Ministry of Defence – Ministry of Health and Family Welfare – Central Water Commission – Central Ground Water Board – Central Government Hospitals – And many others
Zone-wise Vacancies	Posts are released under nine SSC regions: ER, WR, NR, NWR, SR, MPR, CR, NER, and KKR

What are the SSC Phase 14 Vacancies 2026?

The SSC Selection Post Phase 14 Vacancy 2026 is out with 3003 posts. Below is the distribution:

Category	Number of Vacancies
UR (Unreserved)	1534
OBC	667
SC	346
ST	185
EWS	271
Total	3003

What are the SSC Selection Post previous year vacancy trends?

Candidates interested in SSC Selection Posts can review the vacancy details from the past seven years. This will help them understand the types and numbers of vacancies usually released by the SSC, allowing them to better anticipate the SSC Selection Post Phase 14 Vacancy for 2026.

Year	Vacancy
2025	2,423
2024	2,049
2023	5,406
2022	2,065
2021	3261
2020	1,355
2019	1,348
2018	1,139

Consultant’s Note: I have watched students lose SSC opportunities simply because they applied on the last day and the website crashed. In 27 years, I have seen this pattern repeat every single cycle. Apply early. Pay the fee early. Then relax.

FAQ: Which SSC Exam in 2026 Is Right for Your Qualification?

Q1. I passed Class 10 only. Is there an SSC exam for me in 2026?

Yes. SSC Phase 14 has Matriculation level posts open right now. The last date to apply is 4th May 2026. Posts like Canteen Attendant, Lab Attendant, and Store Keeper are available. The exam is computer-based and there is no interview. You just need to score well in the test and clear document verification. The age limit for most posts falls between 18 and 30 years, with some posts allowing up to 35 years. Practicemock Check the official notification for the exact post you want.

Consultant’s Note: 10th pass students often think government jobs are not for them. That is wrong. SSC runs one of the biggest 10th-pass recruitment drives in India every year. The competition is real, but so is the opportunity. Start preparing now. Do not wait for the “right time.”

Q2. I completed Class 12. Which SSC exam should I target in 2026?

SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) is made for you. The SSC CHSL Notification 2025 was released on 23rd June 2025 Oliveboard, and the 2026 cycle is expected on a similar timeline. SSC Phase 14 also has Higher Secondary level posts open right now. Apply for Phase 14 first since the deadline is 4th May 2026. Then prepare for CHSL simultaneously.

Consultant’s Note: 12th pass students often underestimate how competitive SSC CHSL is. The paper is not hard. The cutoffs are. Start your mock tests from today. One mock test daily is enough to build confidence in 6 weeks.

Q3. I am a graduate. Which SSC exam gives the best government job in 2026?

SSC CGL is the top pick for graduates. The SSC CGL 2026 notification is scheduled for 31st March 2026, with Tier 1 planned for May–June 2026. Career Power Posts include Income Tax Inspector, Assistant Audit Officer, and Section Officer — all with good salary and career growth. SSC Phase 14 also has Graduate level posts open right now with a 4th May 2026 deadline.

Consultant’s Note: CGL is the most respected SSC exam for graduates. I have guided students who cracked it on their third attempt and never looked back. The key is consistency, not brilliance. If you study 3 hours a day for 4 months with mock tests, you have a real shot.

Q4. Is SSC Phase 14 worth applying for compared to CGL or CHSL?

Yes, and here is why. Phase 14 covers 382 different post categories, from Lab Attendants to Scientific Assistants, across 9 regional SSC offices. Jobsarkariupdate It is open to 10th, 12th, and graduate candidates all at once. The competition is spread across many posts, which means your chances are better than a single large exam. If you are waiting for CGL or CHSL, apply for Phase 14 in the meantime. There is nothing to lose and 3003 seats to gain.

Consultant’s Note: Think of Phase 14 as a parallel track, not a fallback. Many of my students cracked Phase 12 or Phase 13 while preparing for CGL — and got into government service a year earlier. Apply smart. Apply wide.

Q5. What documents do I need to apply for SSC Phase 14 2026?

Keep these ready before you start the form: Aadhaar card, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, degree certificate (if applying for graduate posts), passport-size photo, signature scan, and caste certificate if applicable. The crucial date for all qualifications and age is 04.05.2026 — the application closing date. Practicemock Your documents must be valid as of that date.

Consultant’s Note: Many students get rejected at document verification — not because they were unqualified, but because their caste certificate was expired or their name spelling differed between documents. Fix these things before you apply, not after.