SSC JSA LDC LDCE 2025 Notification Out for 149 Vacancies – Apply Online
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SSC JSA LDC LDCE 2025 Notification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade LDCE 2025 |
| Exam Type | Limited Departmental Competitive Examination |
| Total Vacancies | 149 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Salary | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | July–August 2026 |
| Exam Location | Delhi-NCR Only |
SSC JSA/LDC LDCE 2025 Notification Out
SSC JSA LDC LDCE 2025 Notification. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination 2025.
This recruitment is exclusively meant for eligible departmental candidates working in participating Central Government departments and organizations. The examination will be conducted during July–August 2026 for promotion and inclusion in the Select List of Junior Secretariat Assistant/Lower Division Clerk Grade posts.
Important Dates
SSC JSA LDC LDCE 2025 Notification
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Submission | 26 June 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Forwarding Applications | 03 July 2026 |
| Overseas/Island Candidates Last Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Computer Based Examination | July–August 2026 |
Vacancy Details
SSC JSA LDC LDCE 2025 Notification. SSC has announced 149 tentative vacancies across various Central Government Ministries and Departments.
| Department | Vacancies |
| Central Passport Organisation | 50 |
| Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service | 31 |
| Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell) | 7 |
| Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service | 12 |
| Central Administrative Tribunal | 4 |
| Registrar General of India | 17 |
| NTRO | 9 |
| Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | 1 |
| Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) | 13 |
| Central Translation Bureau | 2 |
| Official Language Wing | 1 |
| Bureau of Police Research & Development | 2 |
Total Vacancies: 149
Salary Details
SSC JSA LDC LDCE 2025 Notification. Selected candidates will be appointed in:
Pay Level-2
💰 Salary: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Plus:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Other Central Government Benefits
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
✅ 12th Class Pass or Equivalent Qualification
from a recognized Board/Institution.
Service Requirement
Candidates should have completed:
✅ Minimum 3 Years Regular Service
in eligible Group-C/MTS/Level-1 posts as prescribed by their respective department.
Age Limit
SSC JSA LDC LDCE 2025 Notification.
Maximum Age:
✅ 45 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel | 3 Years |
| SC/ST Disabled Defence Personnel | 8 Years |
Participating Departments
SSC JSA LDC LDCE 2025 Notification. Recruitment will be conducted for employees of:
- Central Passport Organisation
- Ministry of External Affairs
- Armed Forces Headquarters
- Railway Board Secretariat
- Central Administrative Tribunal
- Registrar General of India
- NTRO
- Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
- MSME
- Central Translation Bureau
- Official Language Wing
- Bureau of Police Research & Development
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
Part-I
Paper-I (Descriptive)
- Short Essay Writing
- 100 Marks
- Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Paper-II
Language
- General English OR Samanya Hindi
- 50 Questions
- 50 Marks
General Knowledge
- 50 Questions
- 50 Marks
Total:
- 100 Questions
- 100 Marks
Negative Marking:
❌ 0.25 Marks for every wrong answer
Part-II
Evaluation of Service Records (APAR)
- 60 Marks
Final Merit will be prepared based on:
✅ Paper-I
✅ Paper-II
✅ APAR Evaluation
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
| Paper-I | Essay Writing | 100 |
| Paper-II | Language | 50 |
| Paper-II | General Knowledge | 50 |
| APAR Evaluation | Service Records | 60 |
Grand Total: 260 Marks
Syllabus
Essay Writing
Candidates need to write one essay of 400–500 words.
Language Section
- General English
OR - Samanya Hindi
Topics:
- Grammar
- Composition
- Language Usage
General Knowledge
- Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Geography
- Polity
- Economy
- Everyday Science
- General Awareness
How to Apply
Step 1
Visit SSC Official Website.
Step 2
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
Step 3
Fill Online Application Form.
Step 4
Upload required documents.
Step 5
Submit application before 26 June 2026.
Step 6
Take printout and forward through proper departmental channel.
Documents Required
- Service Book First Page
- Service Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Department Verification Documents
Why This Exam Is Important
SSC JSA LDC LDCE 2025 Notification
✅ Central Government Promotion Opportunity
✅ Salary Up To ₹63,200
✅ Limited Competition
✅ Departmental Promotion Channel
✅ Permanent Central Government Post
✅ Additional Career Growth Opportunities
FAQs (15)
1. Which organization released this notification?
SSC.
2. What is the exam name?
SSC JSA/LDC LDCE 2025.
3. Total vacancies?
4. Salary range?
₹19,900 – ₹63,200.
5. Application start date?
05 June 2026.
6. Last date to apply?
26 June 2026.
7. Exam date?
July–August 2026.
8. Minimum qualification?
12th Pass.
9. Service requirement?
3 Years.
10. Maximum age?
45 Years.
11. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 0.25 marks.
12. Is it open to all candidates?
No, departmental candidates only.
13. Exam mode?
Computer Based + Descriptive.
14. Total marks?
260
15. Official website?
ssc.gov.in
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