The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025 to fill 149 vacancies across twelve central government departments. This is a limited departmental exam, open only to existing regular Group ‘C’ or Multi‑Tasking Staff (MTS) employees of the participating cadres.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Northern Region |
| Notice No. | 4/4/2026-CONF-5 |
| Examination Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant / Lower Division Clerk Grade LDCE, 2025 |
| Post Name | Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) |
| Total Vacancies | 149 |
| Pay Level | Pay Level‑2, Group ‘C’ Non‑Gazetted (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| Eligibility | In‑service Group ‘C’ / MTS of participating cadres + 12th pass + 3 years’ service |
| Mode of Application | Online (via One Time Registration on the new SSC website) |
| Application Start Date | 05‑06‑2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26‑06‑2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Hard Copy to Reach SSC‑NR | 03‑07‑2026 (6:00 PM) – 10‑07‑2026 for candidates abroad / A&N / Lakshadweep |
| Exam Schedule (Tentative) | July – August 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Paper‑I: Descriptive (Written) + Paper‑II: Computer Based (Objective) |
| Exam Centre | Delhi‑NCR only |
| Application Fee | No application fee prescribed |
| Official Websites | ssc.gov.in (HQ) • sscnr.nic.in (Northern Region) |
| Help Desk | 1800‑309‑3063 (Toll‑free) • 011‑24363343 (SSC‑NR) |
Post & Organization Details
The posts are sanctioned for the following twelve participating cadres/organizations:
- Central Passport Organisation, Ministry of External Affairs
- Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service
- Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell)
- Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service
- Central Administrative Tribunal
- Office of 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, Legislative Dept., Ministry of Law & Justice
- Bureau of Police Research & Development, Ministry of Home Affairs
Vacancy Details
| Sl. | Service / Cadre / Organization | UR | SC | ST | Total | PwBD | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Passport Organisation, Ministry of External Affairs | 50 | – | – | 50 | – | |||
| 2 | Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service | 31 | – | – | 31 | – | |||
| 3 | Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell) | 6 | 1 | – | 7 | 1 (OH) | |||
| 4 | Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service | 8 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 2 (VH) | |||
| 5 | Central Administrative Tribunal | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | – | |||
| 6 | Office of Registrar General of India | 17 | – | – | 17 | – | |||
| 7 | National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | 7 | 1 | 1 | 9 | – | |||
| 8 | Dept. of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | |||
| 9 | Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) | 12 | 1 | – | 13 | 1 (VH) | |||
| 10 | Central Translation Bureau | 2 | – | – | 2 | – | |||
| 11 | Official Language Wing, Legislative Dept., M/o Law & Justice | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | |||
| 12 | Bureau of Police Research & Development, MHA | 2 | – | – | 2 | – | |||
| Total | 138 | 7 | 4 | 149 | 4 | ||||
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidate must have passed the 12th standard (Higher Secondary) examination from a recognised board or its equivalent. For the Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service, an additional typing test (35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on computer) is required within one year of appointment.
Length of Service
Minimum 3 years of regular service as a Group ‘C’ employee or MTS in Level‑1 (Grade Pay ₹1,800) in the respective cadre, counted as on the cadre‑specific crucial date.
Crucial Dates (Service & Age Counting)
| Crucial Date | Applicable Cadres |
|---|---|
| 01‑07‑2025 | Central Passport Organisation, MEA (Cadre Cell), Bureau of Police Research & Development |
| 01‑08‑2025 | Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service |
| 01‑01‑2025 | Central Administrative Tribunal, Office of Registrar General of India, NTRO, Dept. of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Office of Development Commissioner (MSME), Central Translation Bureau, Official Language Wing |
Age Limit & Relaxation
For most cadres, the maximum age is 45 years (up to 50 years for SC/ST) as on the crucial date. Age relaxation is as follows:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| Defence personnel disabled in operations | 3 years |
| Defence personnel disabled in operations (SC/ST) | 8 years |
Pay Scale & Salary
The selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Level‑2, Group ‘C’ Non‑Gazetted with a salary range of ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month, as per the latest pay commission.
Application Fee
No application fee is prescribed for this Limited Departmental Competitive Examination. (A separate non‑refundable charge of ₹50 per question may be applicable only if a candidate challenges the tentative answer key, which is unrelated to the application.)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 05‑06‑2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 05‑06‑2026 |
| Last Date & Time to Apply Online | 26‑06‑2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Forwarded Hard Copy to Reach SSC‑NR | 03‑07‑2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Hard Copy Deadline (Abroad / A&N / Lakshadweep) | 10‑07‑2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Computer Based Examination | July – August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admission Certificate Download | 3–4 days before the exam |
Selection Process
- One Time Registration (OTR) on the new SSC portal.
- Online submission of the application form (must be forwarded by the Head of Department/Office).
- Hard copy of the application, along with service documents, to be sent to SSC‑NR by the stipulated deadline.
- Computer Based Examination (CBT) held in Delhi‑NCR (July‑August 2026).
- Result declaration and posting of selected candidates.
How to Apply
- Generate OTR on the new SSC website (ssc.gov.in). Click “Register Now”. Old OTRs will not be accepted.
- Choose Aadhaar‑Based Authentication during OTR (recommended). If Aadhaar is not used, upload the prescribed proof documents.
- Log in with your Registration Number and password, navigate to the “Live Exam” tab and click the link for “JSA/LDC LDCE 2025”.
- Fill in the application details – service, cadre, crucial date, length of service, and age‑relaxation code (if applicable). Information auto‑filled from OTR cannot be edited; use “Modify Registration” for corrections.
- Upload a recent passport‑size photograph and your signature as per specifications.
- Upload the required supporting documents (listed below) and submit the application. Take a printout of the submitted form.
- Forward the printed application, together with service documents, through your Head of Department/Head of Office to:
The Regional Director, Staff Selection Commission (Northern Region), Block No. 12, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003.
The hard copy must reach SSC‑NR by 03‑07‑2026 (6:00 PM) or by 10‑07‑2026 for candidates posted abroad/A&N/Lakshadweep.
Important Links
FAQ’s
- Who is eligible to apply for the JSA/LDC LDCE 2025?
Only regular Group ‘C’ or MTS employees (Level‑1, Grade Pay ₹1,800) of the twelve participating cadres, with at least three years of service and a 12th pass, are eligible. - Is there any application fee?
No. The examination does not prescribe any application fee. - What is the last date to submit the online application?
The online application must be submitted on or before 26‑06‑2026 at 11:00 PM. - When will the Computer Based Examination be conducted?
The CBT is tentatively scheduled for July–August 2026 and will be held only in Delhi‑NCR. - How is the age limit calculated?
The maximum age is 45 years (or 50 years for SC/ST) as on the cadre‑specific crucial date, with relaxations as mentioned in the eligibility table. - Do I need to forward a hard copy of my application?
Yes. After online submission, the hard copy must be forwarded by your Head of Department/Office to SSC‑NR by 03‑07‑2026 (or 10‑07‑2026 for candidates abroad).