SSC JSA/LDC LDCE 2025 Notification Out – Apply Online for 149 Vacancies | Complete Details
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025. This departmental examination offers a valuable promotion opportunity for eligible Group ‘C’ employees working in various Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations.
Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility conditions can submit their applications online through the SSC official website. The examination is scheduled to be conducted during July-August 2026 in Delhi-NCR. Interested candidates should carefully read the notification and submit their applications before the deadline.
This recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies in various ministries and departments such as the Ministry of External Affairs, Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service, Central Administrative Tribunal, Registrar General of India, National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO), Ministry of Agriculture, MSME, Central Translation Bureau, Bureau of Police Research & Development, and others.
SSC JSA/LDC LDCE 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade LDCE 2025 |
| Exam Type | Limited Departmental Competitive Examination |
| Notification Release Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 June 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Examination Date | July-August 2026 |
| Examination Mode | Computer Based & Written Examination |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Salary | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 26 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application Print Copy Through Proper Channel | 03 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Candidates Residing Abroad / Andaman & Nicobar / Lakshadweep | 10 July 2026 |
| Examination Schedule | July-August 2026 |
SSC JSA/LDC LDCE 2025 Vacancy Details
A total of 149 vacancies have been notified across various participating services and cadres.
| Service / Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Central Passport Organisation, Ministry of External Affairs | 50 |
| Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service | 31 |
| Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell) | 07 |
| Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service | 12 |
| Central Administrative Tribunal | 04 |
| Office of Registrar General of India | 17 |
| National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | 09 |
| Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | 01 |
| Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) | 13 |
| Central Translation Bureau | 02 |
| Official Language Wing, Ministry of Law & Justice | 01 |
| Bureau of Police Research & Development | 02 |
| Total | 149 |
Participating Departments
The recruitment will be conducted for the following organizations:
- Central Passport Organisation
- Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service
- Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell)
- Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service
- Central Administrative Tribunal
- Registrar General of India
- National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO)
- Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
- Office of Development Commissioner (MSME)
- Central Translation Bureau
- Official Language Wing
- Bureau of Police Research & Development
Salary Structure
Selected candidates will be appointed as Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk in:
- Pay Level-2 of 7th CPC
- Salary Range: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
- DA, HRA, TA and other Central Government allowances
- Promotion opportunities within the respective cadre
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed 12th Class or equivalent examination from a recognized Board.
- Fulfilled service requirements prescribed by their respective cadre.
Service Requirement
Applicants should generally have:
- Minimum 3 years of regular service in Level-1 / Group-C post.
- Eligibility varies slightly depending upon the cadre.
Age Limit
For cadres where age criteria are applicable:
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
- SC/ST Candidates: 50 Years
Additional age relaxation is available as per Government rules.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel | 3 Years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel (SC/ST) | 8 Years |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
Part-I: Examination (200 Marks)
Paper-I (Descriptive)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Short Essay | 100 |
Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Paper-II
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English / Samanya Hindi | 50 | 50 |
| General Knowledge | 50 | 50 |
Duration: 2 Hours
Negative Marking
- 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer in Paper-II.
Part-II: Evaluation of Service Records
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| APAR Evaluation | 60 |
Final merit will be prepared based on:
- Paper-I Marks
- Paper-II Marks
- APAR Evaluation Marks
SSC JSA/LDC LDCE 2025 Exam Pattern
Paper-I
- Descriptive Type
- Essay Writing
- 100 Marks
Paper-II
- Objective Type
- Multiple Choice Questions
- General English/Samanya Hindi
- General Knowledge
- 100 Marks
Total Marks
- Examination: 200 Marks
- APAR Evaluation: 60 Marks
- Grand Total: 260 Marks
Syllabus
General English / Samanya Hindi
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Sentence Formation
- Language Usage
- Composition
General Knowledge
- Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Geography
- Polity
- Economy
- Science
- Everyday Observation
- Important National & International Events
Essay Writing
Candidates will be required to write an essay of 400-500 words on specified topics.
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps:
Step 1
Visit SSC Official Website.
Step 2
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
Step 3
Login using Registration Credentials.
Step 4
Fill the Online Application Form.
Step 5
Upload:
- Live Photograph
- Signature
- Service Documents
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
Step 6
Submit the application.
Step 7
Take a printout of the application form.
Step 8
Forward the application through the Head of Department / Head of Office to SSC Northern Region.
Documents Required
Candidates must upload:
- Service Book First Page (Attested)
- Service Particulars Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Defence Disability Certificate (if applicable)
Examination Centre
The examination will be conducted only in:
Delhi-NCR Region
Candidates should note that requests for change of examination centre will not be entertained.
Important Instructions
- Submit only one application.
- Complete OTR on SSC’s new website.
- Ensure all uploaded documents are correct.
- Applications must be forwarded through proper channel.
- Keep a copy of the application for future reference.
- Admit Cards will be available online only.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
The SSC Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination 2025 presents an excellent promotional avenue for eligible Central Government employees. With 149 vacancies available across various prestigious ministries and organizations, candidates should carefully review eligibility conditions and submit their applications before 26 June 2026.
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