
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Notification Out for 227 Group C Posts, Apply Online
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA) / Upper Division Clerk (UDC) Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2025 vide Notice No. 4/1/2026-CONF-5. The examination is being conducted to prepare the Select List for SSA/UDC Grade posts in various Central Government departments and organizations.
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Jun 26, 2026
Deadline: Jun 26, 2026 · Last date approaching
Post details
Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
About Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is an organization under the Government of India responsible for recruiting personnel for various Ministries, Departments, and Government offices. Apart from open competitive examinations, SSC also conducts departmental competitive examinations for promotion opportunities within government services.
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | SSA / UDC Grade LDCE 2025 |
| Notice Number | 4/1/2026-CONF-5 |
| Post Name | Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA) / Upper Division Clerk (UDC) |
| Total Vacancies | 227 |
| Post Category | Group C Non-Gazetted |
| Pay Level | Level-4 |
| Salary | ₹25,500 - ₹81,100 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Centre | Delhi NCR Only |
| Selection Process | CBT, Descriptive Paper & APAR Evaluation |
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 June 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Printed Application | 03 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Candidates Abroad/A&N/Lakshadweep | 10 July 2026 |
| Computer Based Examination | July-August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Paper-II Exam | To Be Notified |
| Admit Card | Before Examination |
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE Vacancy 2025
A total of 227 tentative vacancies have been notified across 10 participating services/cadres.
| Service / Cadre | Vacancies |
| Central Passport Organisation | 76 |
| Armed Forces Headquarters Clerical Service | 42 |
| Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service | 19 |
| Central Administrative Tribunal | 24 |
| Central Vigilance Commission | 6 |
| Election Commission of India | 12 |
| Forest Survey of India | 4 |
| National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) | 8 |
| Directorate General Defence Estates | 8 |
| Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) | 28 |
| Total | 227 |
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE Eligibility Criteria
This examination is exclusively meant for eligible serving employees of participating cadres.
Essential Eligibility
Candidates must:
- Be serving as JSA/LDC or equivalent eligible cadre employee.
- Fulfil service requirements prescribed by the concerned Cadre Controlling Authority.
- Satisfy the crucial date conditions applicable to their respective department.
- Submit the application through proper channel.
Educational Qualification
Certain departments require Bachelor's Degree qualifications while others require prescribed service experience in the feeder grade. Candidates should refer to cadre-specific eligibility conditions before applying.
Age Limit
Maximum Age 45 Years.
Age Relaxation Applicable as per Government Rules.
Upper Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel | 3 Years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel (SC/ST) | 8 Years |
For example, Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service candidates should not be more than 50 years as on the prescribed crucial date, while Directorate General Defence Estates candidates should not exceed 45 years. Age conditions are cadre-specific.
SSC SSA/UDC Salary 2025
| Post | Pay Level | Salary |
| SSA / UDC | Level-4 | ₹25,500 - ₹81,100 |
In addition to basic pay, employees will receive:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Other admissible Central Government benefits
SSC SSA/UDCE Application Fee
No application fee has been prescribed in the official notification.
Answer Key Challenge Fee
| Particular | Fee |
| Per Question Challenge | ₹50 |
SSC SSA/UDC LDCE Exam Pattern 2025
Part-I: Computer Based & Written Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| General Awareness | 100 | 200 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 100 | Included in 200 |
| Noting, Drafting & Office Procedure (Descriptive) | — | 100 |
| Total | — | 300 |
Exam Details
| Particular | Details |
| CBT Duration | 2 Hours |
| Descriptive Paper Duration | 2 Hours |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Mark |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based + Descriptive |
| Exam Centre | Delhi NCR Only |
Part-II: APAR Evaluation
| Component | Marks |
| Service Record / APAR Evaluation | 100 |
Total Marks
| Section | Marks |
| Part-I Examination | 300 |
| Part-II APAR Evaluation | 100 |
| Grand Total | 400 |
SSC SSA/UDC Selection Process
The selection process includes:
Stage 1: Paper-I Computer Based Examination
Candidates will appear for the objective examination consisting of General Awareness and English Language.
Stage 2: Paper-II Descriptive Examination
Shortlisted candidates will be evaluated on Noting, Drafting and Office Procedure.
Stage 3: APAR Evaluation
Annual Performance Assessment Reports (APARs) will be evaluated.
Stage 4: Final Merit List
Final merit will be prepared based on aggregate marks obtained in:
- Paper-I
- Paper-II
- APAR Evaluation
Documents Required
Candidates must upload and submit:
- Certified copy of first page of Service Book
- Service particulars certificate
- Educational qualification certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Disabled Defence Personnel certificate (if applicable)
- Live photograph
- Scanned signature
How to Apply for SSC SSA/UDC LDCE 2025
- Visit the SSC official website.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
- Login using registration credentials.
- Open the SSA/UDC LDCE 2025 application form.
- Fill service and cadre details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature.
- Submit the online application.
- Print the application form.
- Forward the printed application through Head of Department/Office.
- Ensure SSC receives the application before the prescribed deadline.
Important Instructions
- Only one application form should be submitted.
- Applications must be forwarded through proper channel.
- Exam will be conducted only in Delhi NCR.
- Multiple applications may lead to rejection.
- Admission certificates will be issued online only.
- No re-evaluation of answer sheets will be permitted.
Important Links
| Description | Status |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| SSC Official Website | Click Here |
| Admit Card | To Be Released |
| Exam Schedule | July-August 2026 |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Jun 26, 2026
Deadline: Jun 26, 2026 · Last date approaching
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