SSC Junior Secretariat Assistant / LDC Grade LDCE 2025 Vacancy Notice

SSC Junior Secretariat Assistant / LDC Grade LDCE 2025 Vacancy Notice

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025. This recruitment drive is exclusively organized for eligible serving departmental employees seeking promotion to the JSA/LDC cadre across various Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Subordinate Offices.

Interested and eligible departmental candidates are advised to read the detailed eligibility conditions, service requirements, examination pattern, and application procedures outlined below before submitting their forms.

SSC JSA / LDC LDCE 2025 Notification Overview

Recruitment Body	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name	Junior Secretariat Assistant / LDC Grade LDCE 2025
Post Name	Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) / Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
Total Vacancies	Multiple Posts (To be updated)
Category	Departmental Recruitment (LDCE)
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

Important Dates

Keep track of the crucial schedule for the SSC JSA/LDC Grade LDCE 2025 recruitment process:

Event / Activity	Date
Official Notification Release Date	15-07-2026
Online Application Start Date	15-07-2026
Tentative Vacancies Declaration Date	15-07-2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application	Notified Soon
Computer Based Examination (CBE) Date	Notified Soon

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for the LDCE 2025 must fulfill both the educational and departmental service criteria as specified by the SSC rules:

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard (Intermediate) or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
• Departmental Eligibility: Must be a regular serving departmental employee (such as Multi-Tasking Staff / Group 'C' employees in eligible feeder cadres) working under participating cadre authorities.
• Regular Service Requirement: Candidates must have completed the required continuous regular service in the feeder grade as of the crucial cutoff date specified in the official notification.

Age Limit

The age criteria for the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination are governed by official departmental service rules:

• Maximum Age Limit: Generally up to 45 years (50 years for SC/ST candidates) as per standard rules for departmental competitive examinations.
• Cut-off Date: The crucial date for determining the age limit will be specified in the detailed notification.

Application Fee

Details regarding the application fee structure for departmental candidates are as follows:

• Departmental Candidates: Exempted / Minimal Fee as per SSC departmental exam guidelines.
• Mode of Payment: If applicable, payment can be made online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, or RuPay cards.

Selection Process

The selection methodology for the SSC JSA / LDC LDCE 2025 involves multiple evaluation stages designed to test written aptitude, technical skills, and service performance:

1. Written Examination / Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective-type questions covering General Awareness, Language & Comprehension, and Official Procedures/Rules.
2. Skill Test / Typing Test: Qualifying test to evaluate candidate speed and accuracy in computer typing.
3. Evaluation of Service Records: Review of Confidential Reports / APARs / ACRs of candidate's prior regular service.
4. Document Verification: Final verification of service eligibility, certificates, and approval from the competent authority.

How to Apply for SSC JSA / LDC Grade LDCE 2025

Eligible serving candidates must apply online through the official Staff Selection Commission web portal by following the steps outlined below:

1. Visit the new official portal of SSC at ssc.gov.in.
2. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if you haven't registered previously on the new portal.
3. Log in using your Registration Number and Password.
4. Navigate to the "Apply" section and select "JSA/LDC Grade LDCE 2025".
5. Fill out the application form carefully with your personal details, educational qualifications, and service details.
6. Upload scanned copies of required documents, recent photograph, and signature as per specified formats.
7. Review all the details carefully in the application preview before submitting.
8. Submit the application form and take a printout of the confirmation page for your records.
9. Important: Forward the printed copy of the online application through the proper channel (via your Head of Office/Department) along with required service verifications.

Important Links

Link Description	Link Status
Official SSC Website	Visit ssc.gov.in
Download Official Notification PDF	To Be Updated Soon
Online Application Form	To Be Updated Soon