Staff Selection Commission · Posts in many departments, at 10th, 12th and graduate level
SSC Selection Post: Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Eligibility & Previous Papers
Selection Post recruits for many department-specific posts in one phase, with separate computer based tests for matriculation, higher secondary and graduation level posts.
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Important dates
Dates for the next SSC Selection Post cycle (notification, last date, admit card, exam and result) appear here when they are announced. See the exam calendar →
Check your eligibility
- ✓Matriculation level postsAge 18–35 +3
- ✓Higher secondary level postsAge 18–35 +3
- ✓Graduation & above level postsAge 18–35 +3
SSC Selection Post vacancies
Total, category-wise and post-wise vacancies appear here when the SSC Selection Post notification is released.
Eligibility and age limit
| Posts | Qualification | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Matriculation level posts | 10th pass (post-specific) | 18–35 |
| Higher secondary level posts | 12th pass (post-specific) | 18–35 |
| Graduation & above level posts | Graduate (post-specific) | 18–35 |
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (UR / OBC / SC-ST) | 10 / 13 / 15 years |
| Ex-servicemen | 3 years after deducting military service |
Age is counted as on 1 January of the exam year.
Each post has its own qualification and age band (18–25, 18–27, 18–30, 18–35, 20–30, 23–28 and others). The phase notification lists them post by post; the ranges above only show the widest band.
Application fee
Selection process
- 1Computer based examPaper for your qualification level
- 2Document scrutinyQualified candidates upload their documents
- 3Skill testOnly where the post prescribes one
- 4Document verificationBy the user department
SSC Selection Post exam pattern
Computer based exam (each level) 60 minutes (15 per part) · 100 questions · 200 marks · −0.50 per wrong answer
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill) | 25 | 50 |
| English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
The pattern is the same for every level, with a separate paper for matriculation, higher secondary and graduation level posts. Questions are set in Hindi and English.
SSC Selection Post syllabus
Subject by subject. The number on a topic is how many practice questions we have for it.
Quantitative Aptitude
25 questions · 50 marksGeneral Intelligence
25 questions · 50 marksEnglish Language
25 questions · 50 marksGeneral Awareness
25 questions · 50 marksSSC Selection Post cut-offs
Year-wise official cut-offs for every category appear here once they are published.
SSC Selection Post salary by post
| Pay level | Posts | Basic pay (7th CPC) |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1–8 | Depends on the post (Level 8 example: Language Instructor, LBSNAA) | ₹18,000 – ₹1,51,100 |
Pay scales are from the 7th Pay Commission. In-hand pay depends on the city (HRA) and current dearness allowance.
SSC Selection Post mock tests and previous year papers
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SSC Selection Post frequently asked questions
Can I apply for more than one Selection Post?
Yes. You apply separately for each category of post, and pay the fee for each.
Is the exam different for each level?
The pattern is the same, but there are separate papers for matriculation, higher secondary and graduation level posts.
What is the age limit for Selection Post?
It is set post by post, as on 1 January of the exam year: bands range from 18–25 to 18–35, and some posts have a higher minimum age.
Where can I practise Selection Post papers?
Previous Selection Post papers are available free on Sarkari Parcha, organised by phase and level.
Sources: SSC Selection Post Phase-XIV/2026 notice (13-04-2026) (checked 14 Sept 2026). Always confirm in the official notice before applying.