Staff Selection Commission (SSC) — Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT)
Cut-off Date: 26 Jun 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 27 Jun 1999 to 26 Jun 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 27 Jun 1999 to 26 Jun 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 27 Jun 1996 to 26 Jun 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 27 Jun 1994 to 26 Jun 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 27 Jun 1994 to 26 Jun 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 27 Jun 1989 to 26 Jun 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 26 Jun 2026)
This post carries Pay Level 2 (Grade Pay ₹1,900) under the 7th Central Pay Commission with entry-level basic pay of ₹19,900/month. Below is the estimated monthly in-hand salary across all three city classifications (DA at 50% included).
| Component | X-City (Metro) | Y-City (Town) | Z-City (Rural) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹19,900 | ₹19,900 | ₹19,900 |
| Dearness Allowance (50%) | ₹9,950 | ₹9,950 | ₹9,950 |
| HRA | ₹5,970 (30%) | ₹3,980 (20%) | ₹1,990 (10%) |
| Transport Allowance (+ DA) | ₹2,025 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| Gross Monthly Pay | ₹37,845 | ₹35,180 | ₹33,190 |
| Total Deductions (NPS, CGHS, etc.) | −₹3,465 | −₹3,465 | −₹3,465 |
| ✨ Estimated In-Hand Salary | ₹34,380 | ₹31,715 | ₹29,725 |
Estimates based on 7th CPC Pay Matrix with current DA rate (50%). Actual salary may vary based on posting location, additional allowances, and individual deductions. Use the interactive calculator below for detailed city-wise breakdown.
Pay Level 2 (Grade Pay ₹1,900) • Starting Basic: ₹19,900/month
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC), announcing a total of 149 vacancies located in Delhi. The online application window opens on 05 June 2026 and closes on 26 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold 12th Standard Pass and be within the prescribed age limit of Generally 45 years (50 for SC/ST); refer to notification for cadre-specific limits., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200). The selection procedure comprises CBT (Paper I & II) followed by evaluation of APAR (Service Record).. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 05 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
26 Jun 2026
|
| Exam Date | 01 Jul 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 149 |
| Qualification | 12th Standard Pass |
| Age Limit | Generally 45 years (50 for SC/ST); refer to notification for cadre-specific limits. |
| Salary | Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| Application Fee | NIL |
| Selection Process | CBT (Paper I & II) followed by evaluation of APAR (Service Record). |
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Northern Region, has issued the official notification (Notice No. 4/4/2026-CONF-5) for the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025. This examination is intended to fill 149 Group C vacancies across 12 participating Central Government departments.
| Service/Cadre | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| O/o Registrar General of India | 17 |
| National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | 9 |
| Dept. of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | 1 |
| O/o Development Commissioner (MSME) | 13 |
| Central Translation Bureau | 2 |
| Official Language Wing, Legislative Dept. | 1 |
| Bureau of Police Research & Development | 2 |
This is a strictly departmental examination. Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible for application:
The selection is based on a total of 260 marks:
Note: A negative marking of 0.25 marks applies to the objective-type Paper-II. Paper-I is evaluated only for candidates who qualify in Paper-II.
Applications must be submitted online via the official SSC portal. Following the online submission, candidates are required to print their application and submit it through their respective Head of Department/Office to the SSC Northern Region office to ensure it reaches by the stipulated deadline.
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