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SSC Exam Calendar 2026 Overview

The SSC Annual Calendar 2026–27 has been released with tentative schedules for major recruitment examinations such as SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, GD Constable, JE, Stenographer, Selection Posts, and more. These dates help aspirants plan their preparation strategy well in advance.

⚠️ Note: All dates mentioned below are tentative and subject to change. Candidates must regularly check the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) for confirmed notifications and PDFs.


🔔 Key SSC Exams & Tentative Dates (2026–27 Session)


🎯 1. SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level)

  • Notification Release: Likely mid-2026 (historically around September)

  • Application Window: September – October 2026

  • Tier-I Exam: November – December 2026

  • Tier-II (Mains):
    For previous cycle (2025–26): 18–19 January 2026

  • Final Result: Early 2027

📌 About: One of the most prestigious SSC exams for Group B & C posts in central government departments. Both Tier-I and Tier-II are CBT based.


📚 2. SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level)

  • Notification: Early 2026

  • Application Window: Early 2026

  • Tier-I Exam: June – July 2026 (tentative)

  • Tier-II Exam: October 2026

📌 About: For 10+2 qualified candidates applying for posts like LDC, DEO, Postal Assistant, etc.


🪖 3. SSC GD Constable (General Duty)

  • Notification Issued: December 2025

  • Apply Online: 1 – 31 December 2025

  • Correction Window: 8 – 10 January 2026

  • Written Exam: February – April 2026 (tentative)

📌 About: Recruitment for CAPFs such as BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, etc. Includes CBT, PET/PST, and medical examination.


🔧 4. SSC MTS & Havaldar (Multi-Tasking Staff)

  • Notification: Likely May 2026

  • Application Window: May – June 2026

  • Exam: August – September 2026

📌 About: Non-technical posts under SSC MTS with CBT covering reasoning, numerical ability, GA, and English.


🏗️ 5. SSC JE (Junior Engineer)

  • Notification: June 2026

  • Application Window: June – July 2026

  • Paper-I Exam: October 2026

  • Paper-II Exam: December 2026

📌 About: Recruitment for Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and QS engineers with relevant diplomas or degrees.


📝 6. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D)

  • Notification: April 2026

  • Application Window: April – May 2026

  • Exam: August – September 2026

📌 About: For stenography posts across various ministries and departments.


📌 7. SSC Selection Posts

  • Notification: July 2026

  • Application Window: July – August 2026

  • Exam: September – October 2026

📌 About: Recruitment for multiple clerical and technical posts conducted in different phases each year.


📄 8. SSC JHT (Junior Hindi Translator)

  • Notification: August 2026

  • Application Window: August – September 2026

  • Exam: October – December 2026

📌 About: Translator and editor posts with Paper-I (Objective) and Paper-II (Descriptive).


🗓️ Ongoing Exams from 2025–26 Cycle (Early 2026)

  • SSC CGL Tier-II: 18–19 January 2026

  • SSC MTS Tier-I: From 4 February 2026

  • SSC GD Constable: February – Late February 2026

  • SSC CHSL Tier-II: Expected February – March 2026


📥 Where to Get the Official SSC Calendar

✔ Visit ssc.gov.in → Examination Calendar / Candidates’ Corner
✔ Download the official SSC Exam Calendar PDF
✔ Check Latest Notices for confirmed dates and updates


📌 Tips to Prepare Using the SSC Calendar

  • Start preparation early — notifications are released months in advance

  • Track application start and end dates carefully

  • Plan revision and mock tests around exam months

  • Join CBT-based test series for real exam practice

  • Bookmark the official SSC website and check regularly