SSC Recruitment 2025 for CGL, CHSL, MTS, GD & CPO Exam

Staff Selection Commission 2024 ( SSC )

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Updated on Jan 14, 2025 13:02 IST

SSC Recruitment 2025: The Staff Selection Commission is carrying out various recruitment drives as of now including the SSC GD Constable 2025, SSC CGL 2024 and SSC MTS 2024. The SSC GD 2025 exam will be held from February 4 to 25, 2025. The SSC CGL 2024 Tier 1 result has been released and Tier 2 is scheduled on January 18, 19 and 20, 2025. The SSC MTS 2024 result is awaited. 

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is a centralised recruitment agency that recruits candidates for the Group B and Group C posts in the Central Government departments and organisations. The SSC recruitment begins with the release of an official notification and ends with the recommendation letter sent to the concerned departments for the recruitment of shortlisted candidates who have cleared the entire selection process. The SSC recruitment process 2025 is different for every exam.

Also Read: SSC GD Constable 2025

Q:   What is SSC GD Exam?

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SSC GD Constable exam is a national level exam conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). SSC GD exam is a popular exam among candidates because of its eligibility criteria, salary and the pride associated with working in the security forces. It is conducted to recruit candidates for the posts of Constable (General Duty) and Rifleman (General Duty) in the following Central Armed Police Forces: SSC GD Constables are recruited for following Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs): Border Security Force (BSF) Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) Sashastra Seem Bal (SSB) National Investigation Agency (NIA) Secretariat Security Force (SSF) Recruitment of Rifleman (General Duty) - Assam Rifle
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Q:   How SSC CGL exam is conducted?

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Staff Selection Commission conducts the SSC CGL exam in online mode at the designated exam centres only.  The Staff Selection Commission conduct the SSC CGL exam to recruit the candidates for the following groups of posts:

  • Group B Gazetted
  • Group B Non-Gazetted
  • Group C

Earlier, there were 4 tiers in the SSC CGL exam but the Commission 2022 changed the exam pattern and removed Tier 3 and Tier 4 from the exam process. Now, the SSC CGL Tier 2 result is considered the final result.

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Q:   What is the SSC MTS Exam?

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SSC MTS Exam is a nationwide exam conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit candidates for the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) (Non-Technical). The Commission conduct the exam every year to recruit the candidates for the following Posts:

  • Havaldar
  • Safaiwala 
  • Daftary
  • Junior Gestetner Operator
  • Peon
  • Jamadar
  • Chowkidar
  • Mali

The candidates selected for the above post are posted at the Central Government offices across the nation. 

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Q:   What is SSC CHSL exam?

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SSC CHSL stands for Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level. The SSC CHSL exam is conducted every year to recruit candidates for the following posts in the Government departments, offices and ministries:

  • Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
  • Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)
  • Sorting Assistant (SA)
  • Data Entry Operator (Grade A & DEO)
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SSC Recruitment 2025

Every year, the Commission shortlists thousands of candidates for recruitment in different ministries/ departments/ organisations of the Government of India. The commission recruits candidates through the various SSC exams conducted by it such as:

The basic SSC selection process includes the release of notification, conduct of the Computer-Based Exam (CBE), Typing Test/ Skill Test/ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/ Physical Standard Test (PST)/ Medical Standard Test/ Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and document verification. The SSC recruitment process sometimes engages the other specialised and designated authority to conduct some stages of the exam. For instance, the SSC GD PST/ PET exam is conducted by the CRPF.

Also Read: SSC Exam Calendar 2025-26

The candidates need to follow the prescribed SSC recruitment process to get shortlisted for appointment by the Commission. SSC recruitment 2023 is currently underway for various SSC exams such as CGL, CHSL, GD, JE and MTS. Check all details regarding SSC recruitment for various Group B and Group C posts below.

Q:   Which are the most popular SSC exams?

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All the SSC exams are popular in their respective ways. The most popular SSC exams include SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, SSC GD and SSC MTS. The Staff Selection Commission is an attached office to the Ministry of Personnel and Training. It was established after the recommendation of First Administrative Reforms Commission (1st ARC) in 1975 as the Subordinate Service Commission through an executive resolution

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Q:   For which posts is the SSC CHSL exam conducted?

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SSC CHSL is conducted for recruitment to Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant (PA), Sorting Assistant (SA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO) posts. The exam recruits candidates for various clerical jobs in the Central Government Ministries and associated departments.
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Q:   What is the scope of SSC and which coaching is the best?

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Hello dear, SSC exams are conducted every year for CGL, CHSL, MS and many more. Staff Selection Commission SSC is a government organisation that conducts various exams to recruit candidates for Group-B and -C posts in various ministries /departments /organizations of the Government of India. Every year thousands of vacancies are filled by SSC in Government departments. While a government job helps to build a stable career, it is also loaded with responsibilities. The best posts to get recruited to under the SSC CGL exam are as follows: Income Tax Inspector. Assistant Section Officer. Central Excise Inspector. Assistant Audit Officer. Public Finance K Andley and Sundaram. Assistant Enforcement Officer To prepare the complete course you can connect on LK ACADEMY learning app: Inclusion : Complete Syllabus Coverage Complete PDF Material Daily Subject wise test Daily Current affair test Daily Mains Answer writing practice Daily Essay / Application writing practice Weekly Revision test Daily English reading Comprehension Test Full Length Mock test series Daily Current affair news 24*7 Chat support If you want to prepare then you can download the LK ACADEMY app from the play store because in self-studies guidance is very important. For all further queries contact 728504360.
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Q:   What is the minimum educational qualification required to apply for the SSC CGL exam?

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Candidates who possess a Bachelor's degree can apply for the SSC CGL exam. The Diploma holders are not eligible to apply for the exam. The candidates who are in the last year of their graduation can apply for the exam under the 'result awaited category' but they need to acquire their graduation degree before the last date of application which is considered as the cutoff date. There is no bar of minimum percentage in the Graduation exam. Candidates with any percentage can apply for the SSC CGL exam. The Commission provides a level playing field to all the candidates.
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SSC Exam Dates 2024

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SSC 2024 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates

04 Feb '25 -

25 Feb '25

SSC GD 2025 Exam Dates

DatesPast Exam Dates

05 Sep '24

SSC GD 2025 Notification

27 Jun '24

SSC MTS 2024 Notification

24 Jun '24

SSC CGL 2024 Notification

SSC Recruitment Exam Details

Given below are details about the top five SSC recruitment exams:

SSC CGL

Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL) is a national-level exam conducted to shortlist candidates for various Group-B and -C posts such as Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Section Officer, Inspector of Income Tax, Sub-Inspector, Junior Statistical Officer, Auditor, Accountant, Tax Assistant, Upper Division Clerk, etc. Every year about 15 lakh aspirants appear for the exam to fill about 10,000 vacancies.

SSC CGL Exam Dates

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SSC CGL Syllabus

SSC CGL Admit Card

SSC CGL Result

SSC CHSL

Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level (SSC CHSL) is a national-level exam conducted to shortlist candidates for posts such as Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant (PA), Sorting Assistant (SA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO).

SSC CHSL Exam Dates

SSC CHSL Vacancies

SSC CHSL Exam Pattern

SSC CHSL Syllabus

SSC CHSL Admit Card

SSC CHSL Result

SSC JE

Staff Selection Commission Junior Engineer (SSC JE) is conducted for recruitment of Junior Engineers (JEs) in various branches of Engineering including CivilElectricalMechanical and Quantity Surveying & Contracts.

SSC JE Exam Dates

SSC JE Vacancies

SSC JE Exam Pattern

SSC JE Syllabus

SSC JE Admit Card

SSC JE Result

SSC GD

Staff Selection Commission General Duty-Constable (SSC GD Constable) exam is held to recruit candidates for the posts of Constable (General Duty) in the following forces:

  • Border Security Force (BSF)
  • Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
  • Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
  • Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
  • Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
  • National Investigation Agency (NIA)
  • Secretariat Security Force (SSF)
  • Rifleman (General Duty) in Assam Rifles

SSC GD Exam Dates

SSC GD Application Form

SSC GD Exam Pattern

SSC GD Syllabus

SSC GD Admit Card

SSC GD Vacancies

SSC CPO

Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organisation (CPO) exam is held to shortlist candidates for the post of Sub-Inspector (SI) in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). 

SSC CPO Exam Dates

SSC CPO Exam Pattern

SSC CPO Syllabus

SSC CPO Admit Card

SSC CPO Result

SSC CPO Vacancies

Q:   When is the next date to apply for the SSC GD Constable?

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The SSC GD apply online 2026 link will be activated by the Commission on November 11, 2025, along with the release of official notification. The Commission will release the official notification and application form for the SSC GD 2026 session on its official website. Candidates are required to fill out the SSC GD Constable application form 2026 in order to appear for the exam. The SSC GD last date 2026 to fill out the online form is December 15, 2025.

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Q:   What is SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 Exam Dates?

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SSC CHSL 2024 dates have been announced by the Staff Selection Commission. The SSC CHSL exam 2024 Tier 1 will be held from July 1 to 12, 2024. The SSC CHSL 2024 Tier 1 exam will be held on July 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12, 2024. The exact SSC CHSL exam date 2024 will be intimated to candidates through their admit cards. Candidates need to download the admit card to know the allotted exam date and time for the SSC CHSL exam. 

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Q:   When will SSC CGL 2025 notification be released?

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The Staff Selection Commission is expected to release the SSC CGL 2025 notification on April 22, 2025, its official website - ssc.gov.in. The Commission released the SSC CGL dates on its official exam calendar on its official website. The Commission will commence the SSC CGL 2025 online applications with the release of official notification.

The Commission will provide 30 days to fill out the SSC CGL online application form for the 2025 session. The SSC CGL 2025 exam will be conducted in June/July 2025.

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SSC Recruitment 2025 FAQs

Have a look at the SSC recruitment 2025 FAQs below:

Q:   What is the minimum educational qualification required to apply for the SSC CGL exam?

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Candidates who possess a Bachelor's degree can apply for the SSC CGL exam. The Diploma holders are not eligible to apply for the exam. The candidates who are in the last year of their graduation can apply for the exam under the 'result awaited category' but they need to acquire their graduation degree before the last date of application which is considered as the cutoff date. There is no bar of minimum percentage in the Graduation exam. Candidates with any percentage can apply for the SSC CGL exam. The Commission provides a level playing field to all the candidates.
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Q:   Why is the SSC CHSL exam conducted?

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The Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) is one of the largest exams in India based on the number of candidates appearing for the exam every year. The name of the exam, CHSL, comes from the educational qualification required from candidates to appear for the exam. The exam is conducted by the SSC to recruit candidates for various posts including LDC, JSA, PA, SA, and DEO in different ministries or departments of the Government of India. The CHSL exam recruitment includes clerical and non-technical jobs as well in various ministries and organizations with central government officers.
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Q:   How tough is it to crack SSC CPO exam?

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It is not tough to crack SSC CPO exam if candidates have prepared it well. Candidates should prepare a proper strategy to crack the exam. The strategy should include solving the previous years' question papers, mock test, going the exam pattern and syllabus. Candidates should study regularly.

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The Maharashtra Board Class 10th exams 2025 will be conducted between February 21 and March 17, 2025 while Maharashtra 12th exams 2025 will be held between February 11 and March 11, 2025. 

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The Staff Selection Commission is expected to conduct the SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 exam in June/July 2025. The candidates will get here the SSC CGL exam analysis after the first shift of exam. The Commission will release the SSC CGL exam dates 2025 after the release of official notification.

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Mamona Gupta

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The Staff Selection Commission will release the SSC CHSL application form online on May 27, 2025. The Commission will release the SSC CHSL 2025 notification on the same date. The Commission released these dates in its official exam calendar for 2025-26. The last date to apply online for the SSC CHSL

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Yes, after completing any B.Sc. Paramedical course, you are eligible to appear for exams like the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) and SSC (Staff Selection Commission) exams.

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