Upcoming SSC Recruitment Exams Scheduled for Late 2026

The Staff Selection Commission has announced critical dates for three major recruitment exams scheduled for late 2026. Candidates can expect the Junior Engineer, Sub-Inspector, and Combined Higher Secondary Level exams to be conducted in a Computer-Based format. With application deadlines approaching, this article provides a detailed overview of the exam schedule and the number of vacancies available. Stay informed to ensure you are well-prepared for these important assessments.

By Ambika Singh Oct 2, 2026, 10:34 IST

Important SSC Exam Dates Announced

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released a crucial announcement regarding the examination dates for three significant recruitment tests set to take place in November and December 2026. As per the announcement, the assessments for Junior Engineer (JE), Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and CAPFs (CPO SI), and Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) will be conducted using the Computer-Based Examination (CBE) format.

Exam Schedule Overview

The latest schedule from the Commission indicates the following dates for the exams:

Exam Schedule

Recruitment Exam | Stage/Mode | Exam Date

SSC JE 2026 | Paper-I (CBE) | November 2–6, 2026

SSC CPO SI 2026 | CBE | November 20–28, 2026

SSC CHSL 2026 | Tier-I (CBE) | November 30–December 31, 2026

Details on Recruitment Posts

Recruitment for 1,748 Junior Engineer Positions

The SSC JE 2026 recruitment drive aims to fill 1,748 temporary Junior Engineer roles across various Central Government departments, covering Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical engineering fields.

Recruitment for 1,871 Sub-Inspector Positions

A total of 1,871 vacancies have been announced for the Sub-Inspector role in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) for 2026, which includes positions in Delhi Police, CAPFs, and CISF.

2,536 Positions in SSC CHSL

The SSC CHSL 2026 recruitment will appoint approximately 2,536 candidates across different Central Government ministries and departments, primarily for roles such as LDC/JSA and DEO. The application deadline is set for October 7, 2026, with the Tier-1 examination commencing on November 30, leaving candidates with less than two months for preparation.