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Simple guidance for first-time candidates

Which SSC exam is right for you?

SSC means Staff Selection Commission. It conducts exams for Central Government jobs. Start with your qualification—Class 10, Class 12, graduation, or a technical/specialist qualification.

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THE CLEAREST PLACE TO START

Choose your education level

You may be eligible for more than one exam. Pick the level you have completed, then compare the job type and selection stages.

SSC IN ONE MINUTE

What does SSC actually do?

SSC is a recruitment commission—not one single exam. It publishes separate notifications for different job groups and qualification levels.

01

SSC announces vacancies

Each notification explains posts, education, age, fees, dates and selection stages.

02

You choose a suitable examination

Your qualification and preferred job type determine which exam makes sense.

03

You qualify through the required stages

Stages may include computer-based papers, skill tests, physical tests, medical checks and document verification.

ALL MAJOR EXAMINATIONS

One clear exam directory

Scan the qualification and job type first. Open a detailed guide only for exams that match you.

CGLGraduate

Combined Graduate Level

Assistants, inspectors, audit, accounts, tax and other Group B/C posts.

Understand CGL →

CHSLClass 12

Combined Higher Secondary

Clerical, junior secretariat and data-entry posts.

Understand CHSL →

MTSClass 10

MTS & Havaldar

Multi-Tasking Staff and Havaldar posts, with physical stages for Havaldar.

Understand MTS →

GDClass 10

Constable General Duty

Uniformed recruitment for CAPFs, SSF and Assam Rifles.

Understand GD →

CPOGraduate

Sub-Inspector

Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police and CAPFs with physical stages.

Understand CPO →

JETechnical

Junior Engineer

Civil, Mechanical and Electrical engineering posts.

Understand JE →

STENOClass 12 + skill

Stenographer C & D

Central Government stenography posts with a shorthand skill test.

Understand Stenographer →

JHTPostgraduate

Hindi Translators

Official-language and translation posts requiring prescribed qualifications.

Understand JHT →

WHAT SHOULD I DO TODAY?

Your next step depends on where you are

Do not open ten pages. Choose the one action that matches your current stage.

Still choosing

Find your exam

Compare eligibility, job type and stages by qualification.

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Already chosen

Start preparation

Use the syllabus, 90-day plan, practice sets and mock-analysis method.

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Waiting for dates

Track the calendar

See tentative exam windows and always confirm the official notice.

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FROM FIRST VISIT TO APPOINTMENT

The complete candidate journey

Every exam differs, but most candidates move through these five stages.

01

Choose

Match qualification, age and job preference.

02

Register & apply

Complete OTR and submit the correct form.

03

Prepare

Study the notified syllabus and practise timed papers.

04

Take each stage

Written, skill, physical or medical stages as required.

05

Verify & join

Complete documents, allocation and department formalities.

FIRST-TIME QUESTIONS

Understand before you prepare

These answers prevent the most common confusion.

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Is SSC one exam?

No. Staff Selection Commission conducts several separate examinations for different qualification levels and job types.

Which exam should a Class 10 candidate check?

Start with MTS/Havaldar, GD Constable and matriculation-level Selection Posts. Check age and physical requirements.

Which exam should a Class 12 candidate check?

Start with CHSL and Stenographer, plus suitable Selection Posts.

Which exam should a graduate check?

Start with CGL and CPO, plus graduate-level Selection Posts and any specialist exam matching your qualification.

Can I apply for more than one SSC exam?

Yes, when you meet each notification’s eligibility. Apply separately and keep one clear preparation priority.

Where do I officially apply?

Use only ssc.gov.in. SSCExam.in explains the process but is not a government website.

Use SSCExam.in to understand. Use ssc.gov.in to act.

Always confirm final dates, eligibility, vacancies, application rules and results on the official Staff Selection Commission website.

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