One of India’s biggest agencies conducting recruitment processes in the government sector is the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). The SSC conducts several competitive exams every year for recruiting candidates in Group B and Group C positions in central government ministries/departments.
Lakhs of candidates across India prepare for SSC exams because they provide:
- Government job security
- Attractive salary
- Career growth
- Pension and allowances
- Work-life balance
What is SSC?
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is a government body formed by the Government of India to recruit staff for different ministries and departments. The Staff Selection Commission came into existence in 1975.
The official SSC website is:
SSC Official Website
List of Major SSC Exams
SSC conducts multiple examinations for different qualification levels.
1. SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level)
SSC CGL is the most popular SSC exam. It recruits candidates for:
- Income Tax Inspector
- Assistant Section Officer
- Auditor
- Accountant
- Central Excise Inspector
- CBI Sub-Inspector
- Tax Assistant
- Statistical Investigator
Qualification
- Graduation from a recognized university
Age Limit
- Usually 18–32 years depending on the post
Selection Process
- Tier 1
- Tier 2
- Document Verification
2. SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level)
SSC CHSL is conducted for 12th pass candidates.
Posts
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Postal Assistant
- Sorting Assistant
Qualification
12th Pass
Age Limit
- 18–27 years
Selection Process
- Tier 1
- Tier 2
3. SSC MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff)
SSC MTS recruits candidates for non-technical staff positions.
Posts
- Peon
- Gardener
- Cleaner
- Office Staff
- Havaldar
Qualification
- 10th Pass
Age Limit
- 18–25 years
- Some posts: 18–27 years
4. SSC GD Constable
SSC GD recruits constables in paramilitary forces.
Forces
- BSF
- CISF
- CRPF
- ITBP
- SSB
- Assam Rifles
Qualification
- 10th Pass
Age Limit
- 18–23 years
Selection Process
- CBT Exam
- Physical Test
- Medical Test
5. SSC CPO (Central Police Organization)
SSC CPO recruits Sub-Inspectors in:
- Delhi Police
- CAPF
Qualification
- Graduation
Age Limit
- 20–25 years
Physical Requirements
Candidates must meet physical standards and endurance tests.
6. SSC JE (Junior Engineer)
SSC JE recruits engineers in:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
Qualification
- Engineering Degree/Diploma
Age Limit
- 18–32 years depending on department
7. SSC Stenographer
This exam recruits:
- Stenographer Grade C
- Stenographer Grade D
Qualification
- 12th Pass
Age Limit
Grade D: 18–27 years
Grade C: 18–30 years
8. SSC Selection Post
SSC Selection Post exams recruit candidates for different departments based on qualification level.
Qualification Levels
- 10th Pass
- 12th Pass
- Graduate
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test
9. SSC JHT (Junior Hindi Translator)
Qualification
- Master’s degree in Hindi/English
Age Limit
- 18–30 years