SSC SSA/UDC Grade LDCE 2025 Notification Out – Apply Online for 227 Vacancies
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA) / Upper Division Clerk (UDC) Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025. This departmental examination is being conducted for eligible government employees working in various participating departments and organizations under the Government of India.
The examination aims to prepare the Select List for promotion to the post of Senior Secretariat Assistant/Upper Division Clerk in various ministries, departments, and organizations. Candidates who fulfill the prescribed eligibility conditions can submit their online applications through the SSC website.
The recruitment offers opportunities in prestigious departments such as the Ministry of External Affairs, Election Commission of India, Central Vigilance Commission, Forest Survey of India, Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service, Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service, National Technical Research Organisation, and several others.
The online application process begins on 05 June 2026 and will continue until 26 June 2026. The Computer-Based Examination is tentatively scheduled to be conducted during July-August 2026. Candidates are advised to complete their applications well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | Senior Secretariat Assistant / Upper Division Clerk Grade LDCE 2025 |
| Advertisement Number | 4/1/2026-CONF-5 |
| Post Name | Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA) / Upper Division Clerk (UDC) |
| Pay Level | Level-4 |
| Salary | Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100 |
| Total Vacancies | 227 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 June 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Examination + Descriptive Test |
| Exam Location | Delhi NCR Only |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 June 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application Through Proper Channel | 03 July 2026 |
| Last Date (Abroad/Andaman & Nicobar/Lakshadweep Candidates) | 10 July 2026 |
| Computer Based Examination | July-August 2026 |
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Vacancy Details
A total of 227 vacancies have been reported across various participating services and departments.
| Service / Department | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Central Passport Organisation | 76 |
| Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service | 42 |
| Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service | 19 |
| Central Administrative Tribunal | 24 |
| Central Vigilance Commission | 06 |
| Election Commission of India | 12 |
| Forest Survey of India | 04 |
| National Technical Research Organisation | 08 |
| Directorate General Defence Estates | 08 |
| Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) | 28 |
| Grand Total | 227 |
Participating Departments
The examination will be conducted for promotion to SSA/UDC Grade in the following organizations:
- Central Passport Organisation
- Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service
- Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service
- Central Administrative Tribunal
- Central Vigilance Commission
- Election Commission of India
- Forest Survey of India
- National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO)
- Directorate General Defence Estates
- Office of Development Commissioner (MSME)
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must belong to the respective participating departments and satisfy the service requirements prescribed by their cadre controlling authority.
Educational Qualification
Educational qualification requirements vary according to the department. Some departments require a Bachelor’s Degree, while others require specified years of regular service in the feeder grade.
Service Requirement
| Department | Service Requirement |
|---|---|
| Central Passport Organisation | 6 Years Service + Bachelor’s Degree |
| AFHQ Clerical Service | 5 Years Approved Service |
| Railway Board Secretariat | 5 Years Service |
| Central Administrative Tribunal | 5 Years Service |
| Central Vigilance Commission | 5 Years Service |
| Election Commission of India | 3 Years Service |
| Forest Survey of India | 5 Years Service |
| NTRO | 5 Years Service |
| Directorate General Defence Estates | 5 Years Service |
| MSME Development Organisation | 5 Years Service |
Age Limit
Age conditions vary according to the cadre.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel | 3 Years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel (SC/ST) | 8 Years |
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be placed in:
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Senior Secretariat Assistant / Upper Division Clerk | Level-4 |
Pay Scale
Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100
In addition to the basic pay, candidates will receive:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Medical Benefits
- Pension Benefits
- Leave Benefits
- Other Government Allowances
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
Stage 1: Computer Based Examination
Stage 2: Descriptive Written Examination
Stage 3: Evaluation of Service Records (APAR)
Final Merit
Final merit will be prepared based on:
- Paper-I Marks
- Paper-II Marks
- APAR Evaluation Marks
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Exam Pattern
Paper-I (Computer Based Examination)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 100 | 100 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Duration
2 Hours
Negative Marking
0.25 Marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Paper-II (Descriptive Examination)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Noting, Drafting & Office Procedure | 100 |
Duration
2 Hours
APAR Evaluation
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Service Records/APAR Evaluation | 100 |
Total Marks
| Stage | Marks |
|---|---|
| Paper-I | 200 |
| Paper-II | 100 |
| APAR Evaluation | 100 |
| Total | 400 |
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Syllabus
General Awareness
Questions will cover:
- Current Affairs
- Indian History
- Geography
- Economy
- General Science
- Polity
- Environment
- Scientific Research
- National & International Events
English Language & Comprehension
Topics include:
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
- Sentence Completion
- Comprehension
- Idioms and Phrases
- Error Detection
Noting, Drafting & Office Procedure
Candidates should prepare:
- Manual of Office Procedure
- Government Correspondence
- Official Drafting
- Note Writing
- Reservation Policies
- Official Language Rules
- Secretariat Procedures
How to Apply for SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025
Follow these steps:
Step 1
Visit the SSC official website.
Step 2
Complete One Time Registration (OTR).
Step 3
Login using registration credentials.
Step 4
Fill out the online application form carefully.
Step 5
Upload required documents.
Step 6
Submit the application form.
Step 7
Take a printout of the application form.
Step 8
Forward the printed application through the Head of Department/Office to SSC Northern Region before the prescribed date.
Required Documents
Candidates should upload:
- Service Book First Page
- Service Particulars Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Defence Personnel Certificate (if applicable)
- Signature
- Live Photograph
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| SSC Official Website | Click Here |
| Last Date | 26 -06-2026 |
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