Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination

1. SSC CHSL 2026 – Overview

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination (CHSL) for recruitment to various Group C posts in Government of India offices. The recruitment is primarily aimed at candidates who have completed Class 12th.

2. SSC CHSL 2026 Important Dates

Important: The above dates and 2536+ vacancy Candidates should check the latest SSC notice before submitting an application because SSC may revise dates or vacancies.

3. SSC CHSL 2026 Posts

• Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)
• Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
• Data Entry Operator (DEO)
• Other posts included in the CHSL recruitment notice, subject to the final post-wise vacancy list

4. Educational Qualification

• Candidate should have passed Class 12th / Higher Secondary examination from a recognized Board or equivalent qualification.
• For certain DEO posts, SSC may prescribe a specific subject requirement at Class 12th level. Candidates must check the post-wise eligibility in the official notice.
• Candidates awaiting results should follow the qualification cut-off conditions mentioned in the official notification.

5. Age Limit

• The age limit is prescribed by SSC in the recruitment notification and is calculated with reference to the specified cut-off date.
• Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved categories such as SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and other categories as per Government rules.

Note: Use the exact age cut-off and relaxation figures printed in the final SSC CHSL 2026 notification when checking eligibility.

6. Application Fee

• Application fee, exemptions and payment modes are prescribed by SSC in the official CHSL 2026 notice.
• Women candidates and eligible reserved/exempt categories may receive fee exemption as per SSC rules.

Note: The supplied banner does not state the fee amount, so no fee figure has been inserted here to avoid giving an unverified amount.

7. Selection Process

1. Tier-I Computer Based Examination (CBE)
2. Tier-II Computer Based Examination
3. Skill Test / Typing Test, wherever applicable to the post
4. Document Verification
5. Final result / allocation as per SSC rules

8. Tier-I Exam Pattern

Negative Marking: Candidates should check the final 2026 notice for the applicable negative-marking rule and any updated pattern.

9. Tier-II Examination

Tier-II is conducted in the computer-based format and assesses Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning and General Intelligence, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness and Computer Knowledge. A Skill Test / Typing Test is conducted for the relevant posts as prescribed by SSC.

• Session and section-wise structure can be revised by SSC; candidates should follow the final 2026 notification and exam instructions.
• For DEO/LDC/JSA-related skill requirements, the applicable typing/data-entry standards depend on the post and SSC rules.

10. Syllabus – Major Areas

General Intelligence / Reasoning: Analogy, classification, series, coding-decoding, matrix, Venn diagrams, syllogism, statement-based questions, non-verbal reasoning, space visualization and related topics.

General Awareness: Current affairs, history, geography, polity, economics, general science, culture, important events, government schemes and basic static GK.

Quantitative Aptitude / Mathematical Abilities: Number system, arithmetic, percentage, ratio and proportion, average, profit and loss, simple/compound interest, time and work, time-distance, algebra, geometry, mensuration, trigonometry and data interpretation.

English Language: Vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, error detection, fill in the blanks, synonyms/antonyms, idioms, comprehension, cloze test, active/passive voice and direct/indirect speech.

Computer Knowledge: Computer fundamentals, operating systems, MS Office basics, internet and email, networking fundamentals, cyber awareness and common computer terminology.

11. Skill Test / Typing Test

• The applicable test depends on the post and the requirements notified by SSC.
• Candidates should practice speed and accuracy on a computer keyboard well before the test.
• The exact qualifying standard and test instructions should be taken from the final SSC CHSL 2026 notice.

12. Salary & Career

• CHSL posts carry pay levels and allowances according to the post and applicable Central Government rules.
• Selected employees may receive basic pay plus admissible allowances such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other benefits, subject to the post, department and applicable rules.
• Government service offers structured career progression, departmental opportunities and other service benefits as applicable.

13. How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
2. Complete the required SSC registration / login process.
3. Open the CHSL 2026 application link.
4. Enter personal, educational and other required details carefully.
5. Upload the photograph/signature and other documents in the prescribed format, if required.
6. Pay the applicable fee, if any, using an available payment method.
7. Review the complete form before final submission.
8. Submit the application and save/print the confirmation for future reference.

14. Documents / Information to Keep Ready

• Active mobile number and email ID
• Class 10th and 12th educational details
• Valid identity and address details as required
• Recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format
• Category / reservation certificate, if applicable
• Disability / ESM or other applicable certificates, if claiming relaxation
• Bank/payment details if required for fee payment

15. Preparation Strategy for SSC CHSL 2026

• Build strong basics in English, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning.
• Study General Awareness and current affairs every day.
• Solve previous-year SSC questions topic-wise.
• Take regular sectional and full-length mock tests.
• Analyse every mock: accuracy, speed, weak topics and time management.
• Practice computer-based tests to become comfortable with the exam interface.
• Start typing / data-entry practice early if your target post requires it.

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17. Frequently Asked Questions

Is SSC CHSL 2026 notification out?
SSC CHSL 2026 notification/application window as starting on 07 September 2026.

How many vacancies are available?
2536+ posts. The final post-wise vacancy figure should be confirmed from SSC’s latest notice.

What is the application period?
07 September 2026 to 07 October 2026.

What is the minimum qualification?
Class 12th / Higher Secondary, subject to the post-specific conditions in the SSC notification.

What is the selection process?
Tier-I followed by Tier-II, and Skill Test / Typing Test for applicable posts, with document verification and final allocation as per SSC rules.

When will the exam be held?
Exam date will be notified later.

Where can candidates apply?
Through the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.

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DETAILED NOTIFICATION • ELIGIBILITY • EXAM PATTERN • SYLLABUS • SALARY • APPLICATION GUIDE

Official notification reference: PFRDA Advt. No. 03/2026 dated 03 September 2026. The official notification lists 30 posts across General, Research, Actuary and Official Language (Rajbhasha) streams.

1. Recruitment at a Glance

2. About PFRDA

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) is a financial-sector regulator established under the PFRDA Act, 2013. Its mandate includes promoting, developing and regulating the pension sector in India. The Grade A recruitment is an officer-level opportunity for candidates with relevant academic and professional qualifications.

3. Important Dates

4. Vacancy Details – Stream Wise

5. Educational Qualification

General Stream

• Master’s Degree / Post Graduate Diploma of minimum two years’ duration in any discipline; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Law; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized university.
• Professional qualifications accepted include ACA/FCA from ICAI, ACS/FCS from ICSI, ACMA/FCMA from ICMAI, or CFA from the CFA Institute.
• The equivalent PG Diploma must be recognized as equivalent to a Master’s Degree in that discipline by the Association of Indian Universities where applicable.

Research Stream

• Master’s Degree / minimum two-year PG Diploma in Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Econometrics, Quantitative Economics, Financial Economics, Mathematical Economics, Business Economics, Agricultural Economics, Industrial Economics or Business Analytics.
• Also includes specified Finance / Quantitative Finance / Mathematical Finance / Quantitative Techniques / International Finance / Business Finance / International & Trade Finance / Project & Infrastructure Finance / Agri Business Finance qualifications.
• Also includes specified Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Statistics & Informatics / Applied Statistics & Informatics / Data Science / Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning / Big Data Analytics qualifications.
• Master’s Degree in Mathematics with one-year PG Diploma in Statistics or related subject is also specified.

Actuary Stream

• Graduation from a recognized University/Institute AND pass or exemption in all Seven (07) Core Principles subjects of the Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) examination.

Official Language (Rajbhasha) Stream

• Master’s Degree in Hindi/Hindi Translation with English as a subject at Bachelor’s level; OR
• Master’s Degree in Sanskrit/English/Economics/Commerce with Hindi as a subject at Bachelor’s level; OR
• Master’s Degree in both English and Hindi/Hindi Translation from a recognized University/Institute.

Additional requirement

Candidates are required to be computer literate and conversant with MS-Office applications, including Word and Excel.

6. Important Application Rules

• A candidate may apply for a maximum of two streams, subject to educational eligibility.
• Separate online applications and the applicable fee are required for each stream.
• If more than two streams are applied for, or multiple applications are made for the same stream, only the latest valid application is considered as specified in the notification.
• After final submission, changes/corrections in application particulars are generally not entertained.
• Candidates should carefully verify name, category, date of birth, qualification, address, examination centre and other details before final submission.

7. Age Limit & Relaxation

8. Application Fee

9. Selection Process – 3 Stages

Phase I marks are used for shortlisting to Phase II and are not counted in final selection. Candidates are required to clear separate paper-wise and aggregate cut-offs. For Phase III, candidates up to five times the number of vacancies are shortlisted in order of merit, as prescribed.

10. Phase I Exam Pattern

Negative marking: 1/4 of the marks assigned to the question for Paper 1 and Paper 2 in Phase I. Paper 2 is stream-specific.

11. Phase II Exam Pattern

Negative marking applies to Paper 2 in Phase II. Paper 1 is evaluated only for candidates meeting the required Paper 2 qualifying standard. The final selection combines Phase II and Interview marks in the 85:15 ratio.

12. Phase III – Interview

• Only candidates shortlisted after Phase II are called for the interview.
• Interview may be opted for in Hindi or English.
• Phase II carries 85% weightage and Interview carries 15% weightage in final selection.
• Candidates must produce the required category/eligibility documents at document verification where applicable.

13. Salary, Pay Scale & Benefits

The gross-emolument figure is an approximate figure stated in the official notification and includes PFRDA’s contribution towards NPS and specified allowances.

14. Posting & Examination Centres

PFRDA currently has offices in New Delhi and Mumbai. Selected officers may be posted in either office and are also liable to serve anywhere in India according to the Authority’s requirements.

Phase I centres include Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane/Mumbai Metropolitan Region, Pune, Nashik, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and other centres across India. Phase II has a smaller list of centres including Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane/MMR, Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Delhi/NCR, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Nagpur, Raipur and others as specified.

Candidates may provide preferences for up to three centres for Phase I and one centre for Phase II. PFRDA reserves the right to change centres.

15. General Stream – Detailed Syllabus
16. PFRDA Act 2013: PFRDA Act 2013 and amendments.
17. Union Budget & Economic Survey: Concepts, approach, broad trends and Economic Survey.
18. Commerce & Accountancy: Accounting as a financial information system; Accounting Standards; depreciation; inventories; revenue recognition; fixed assets; foreign exchange transactions; investments; cash flow and fund flow statements; financial statement and ratio analysis; share capital transactions; bonus/right shares; ESOP; buy-back; company final accounts.
19. Management: Nature and scope of management; planning; organisation; staffing; directing; controlling; managerial role; leadership tasks/styles/theories; HRD; motivation; morale; incentives; communication processes/channels/barriers; role of IT.
20. Finance: Financial system and regulatory bodies; primary/secondary markets; forex, money, bond and equity markets; derivatives such as forwards, futures and swaps; financial-sector developments; financial inclusion and technology; alternative finance; PPP; taxation; GST; Finance Commission; fiscal policy; FRBM; inflation, WPI and CPI.
21. Costing: Cost and management accounting; methods of costing; unit, job, batch, contract, process and service costing; standard/marginal costing; budgets and budgetary control; lean systems, JIT, Kaizen, 5S, TPM, cellular manufacturing, Six Sigma and BPR.
22. Companies Act: Companies Act, 2013 with specific reference to Chapters III, IV, VIII, X, XI, XII and XXVII.
23. Economics: Demand/supply; market structures; national income; classical and Keynesian approaches; consumption/investment functions; multiplier/accelerator; money demand/supply; IS-LM; inflation; Phillips Curve; business cycles; balance of payments; forex; monetary/fiscal policy; NBFCs.
24. Pension Sector: Status of pension sector in India; retirement schemes; NPS; Atal Pension Yojana; annuity plans; basics of investment.
25. AI/ML: Machine learning; supervised/unsupervised learning; data preprocessing; model evaluation; NLP; sentiment analysis; overfitting/underfitting; LLMs; agentic AI; responsible AI; cross-validation; reinforcement learning.
26. Media: Micro-targeting; consumer behaviour; media convergence; virtual/augmented reality; digital divide; audience reception; cultural representation; digital entertainment platforms; social-media algorithms; market trends; negotiation skills.
27. Marketing & Communication: Marketing management/research/planning; strategies; marketing types; product management; pricing; distribution; promotion/sales; brand management; digital marketing; financial literacy; active listening; body language; verbal clarity; written etiquette; conflict resolution; feedback; public speaking; emotional intelligence; tone and pitch.
28. Research Stream – Syllabus

• Probability Theory
• Descriptive Statistics
• Probability Distributions
• Statistical Inference
• Sampling Techniques
• Testing of Hypothesis
• Economic Statistics
• Time Series Analysis
• Operations Research
• Statistical Quality Control
• Statistical Computing

17. Official Language (Rajbhasha) – Syllabus

• Official Language Policy of the Government of India.
• Hindi to English translation: words, phrases, sentences.
• English to Hindi translation: words, phrases, sentences.
• Hindi to English legal terminology.
• English to Hindi legal terminology.
• Pension, administrative, banking, capital-market, economics and social-security terminology in both directions.

18. Actuarial Stream – Syllabus

• Insurance: history of Indian insurance and principles of insurance.
• Risk and uncertainty; pooling and diversification; indemnity and insurable interest.
• Legal foundations; group/health insurance and pensions; intermediation and bancassurance.
• Insurer functions: product design, pricing, distribution, underwriting, claims, investment and reinsurance.
• Life insurance, annuities, health insurance, liability risks, valuation and solvency requirements, reinsurance and GIC of India.
• Management: planning, organisation, staffing, directing and controlling; leadership; HRD; performance appraisal; motivation; communication; IT; corporate governance.

19. Application – Step-by-Step
20. Visit the official PFRDA careers/recruitment page and open the Grade A 2026 application.
21. Register online and note the registration number and password.
22. Select the eligible stream(s) – maximum two streams.
23. Fill personal, educational, category and examination-centre details carefully.
24. Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the prescribed format.
25. Complete the online fee payment where applicable.
26. After successful payment, download/print the e-receipt and completed application.
27. Retain registration number, password and application copy until the entire recruitment process is over.
28. Document & Upload Checklist

• Recent passport-size colour photograph.
• Signature in black ink on white paper.
• Left thumb impression as prescribed.
• Handwritten declaration in English with black ink.
• Educational certificates/mark sheets relevant to the selected stream.
• Category certificate wherever reservation/relaxation is claimed.
• OBC-NCL / EWS certificates in the prescribed format and validity, where applicable.
• PwBD certificate, where applicable.
• Valid identity and other documents as required at examination/interview.

21. Photograph & Upload Specifications

22. Pre-Examination Training

PFRDA provides free online pre-examination training for eligible SC/ST/PwBD/OBC(NCL) candidates who wish to avail it. The candidate must apply separately by e-mail in the prescribed format with the relevant certificate and within the application deadline. Training is online and the communication medium is English/Hindi, subject to administrative feasibility.

23. EMGC Preparation Strategy

• Phase I Foundation: Build Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English and Financial/General Awareness speed.
• Phase I Paper 2: Study stream-specific concepts from the official syllabus and practise timed MCQs.
• Phase II: Begin descriptive English writing early; practise précis, drafting, essays and structured answers.
• General Stream: Give dedicated time to PFRDA Act, pension sector, finance, accounting, economics, management, costing and Companies Act.
• Research/Actuary/Rajbhasha: Follow a specialist study plan aligned exactly to the selected stream.
• Mock Tests: Use full-length tests, sectional tests and previous-style questions; analyse accuracy and time management after every test.
• Interview: Prepare current financial-sector and pension-sector issues, PFRDA/NPS basics, academic background and communication skills.

24. Why PFRDA Grade A is a Strong Career Opportunity

• Regulatory-sector officer role in India’s pension ecosystem.
• Officer Grade A designation with structured pay progression.
• Approximate gross emoluments of about ₹2.05 lakh per month at the minimum scale as stated in the notification.
• Professional exposure to pension regulation, financial markets, policy and financial-sector issues.
• Comprehensive benefits and allowances as specified by PFRDA.
• Posting opportunities currently include New Delhi and Mumbai, with all-India service liability.

25. Frequently Asked Questions

How many PFRDA Grade A vacancies are there in 2026?
30 posts across General, Research, Actuary and Official Language (Rajbhasha) streams.

What is the application period?
03 September 2026 to 24 September 2026.

When is Phase I?
15 October 2026.

When is Phase II?
20 November 2026.

Is there an interview?
Yes. Phase III is an interview for candidates shortlisted after Phase II.

What is the final selection weightage?
Phase II carries 85% and Phase III Interview carries 15%.

What is the maximum age?
30 years as on 31 July 2026; candidate must be born on or after 01 August 1996, subject to applicable relaxations.

What is the application fee?
₹1,000 for GEN/EWS/OBC; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen.

What is the starting basic pay?
₹62,500.

What is the approximate gross monthly emolument?
About ₹2,05,000 at the minimum scale, including specified allowances and PFRDA NPS contribution.

How many streams can a candidate apply for?
Maximum two eligible streams.

26. Important Official-Notification Note

This detailed document is prepared from the official PFRDA Grade A 2026 advertisement (Advt. No. 03/2026) published on 03 September 2026. Candidates should verify any subsequent corrigendum, addendum or schedule change on the official PFRDA website before submitting the application or appearing for an examination.

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