The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released its official exam calendar for the years 2026 and 2027 . This is important news for students across India who want to secure government jobs. The calendar provides clear dates for applying and taking many major government examinations.
Students can find this full calendar on the SSC's official website: ssc.gov.in . It includes details such as when the exam advertisements will be published, the last dates to apply, and the expected months for the computer-based tests.
The series of exams will kick off on March 16, 2026 , with the JSA/LDC exam. The calendar covers all main SSC exams, with dates going all the way up to January and February 2027 . This early release helps students plan their studies and applications well in advance.
What are the Main SSC Exams?
The SSC holds exams for various government roles. Some of the most popular exams included in this calendar are:
- SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Exam: For graduates seeking Group ‘B’ and ‘C’ posts in different ministries and departments.
- SSC Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level (CHSL) Exam: For students who have passed 12th standard, aiming for clerical roles like Lower Division Clerk (LDC) and Data Entry Operator (DEO).
- SSC Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff (MTS) Exam: For candidates who have passed 10th standard, seeking roles like Peon, Daftary, Gardener, and Havaldar.
- SSC Constables (GD) Exam: For recruiting constables in various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) like BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, NIA, SSF, and Assam Rifles.
Key Exam Dates for 2026-27
Here is a detailed look at the important dates for upcoming SSC examinations:
| S. No. | Name of Examination | Date of Advertisement | Closing Date | Tentative Date / Month of Examination |
| 1 | JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (for DoPT only) | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 2 | SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (for DoPT only) | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 3 | ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 4 | Combined Graduate Level Examination (SSC CGL), 2026 | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – June 2026 |
| 5 | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination, 2026 | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – June 2026 |
| 6 | Selection Post Examination, Phase-XIV, 2026 | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – July 2026 |
| 7 | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination (SSC CHSL), 2026 | April 2026 | May 2026 | July – September 2026 |
| 8 | Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026 | April 2026 | May 2026 | August – September 2026 |
| 9 | Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026 | April 2026 | May 2026 | August – September 2026 |
| 10 | Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff & Havaldar (SSC MTS), 2026 | June 2026 | July 2026 | September – November 2026 |
| 11 | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026 | May 2026 | June 2026 | October – November 2026 |
| 12 | Constables (GD) in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), NIA, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2027 | September 2026 | October 2026 | January – March 2027 |
It is important to remember that all these examinations will be conducted as computer-based tests (CBT). This means you will take the exam on a computer.
Steps to Access the Calendar:
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in .
- On the homepage, look for the 'Latest News' section or a link titled " SSC Exam Calendar 2026-27 ".
- Click on this link. The calendar will open as a PDF file.
- You can download and save it for future reference to keep track of all important dates.
Students should use this calendar to create a study plan and ensure they apply for their desired exams before the closing dates. Good planning is key to success in these competitive exams.
