SSC Exam Calendar 2026–27 Every year, millions of government job aspirants across India keep refreshing one website — ssc.gov.in — waiting for that single announcement that sets their preparation calendar in motion. For 2026–27, the Staff Selection Commission has delivered. The official SSC Exam Calendar 2026–27 is live, and it carries notification and application dates for nine major recruitment drives, from the prestigious Combined Graduate Level exam all the way to GD Constable and Multi-Tasking Staff.
If you are preparing for any SSC exam this year, this calendar is not just useful — it is essential. Miss a notification date, and you miss an entire recruitment cycle. Here is everything you need to know, broken down clearly.
What the SSC Exam Calendar 2026–27 Covers
The newly released schedule spans from March 2026 through October 2026 and covers exams for candidates at every qualification level — Class 10 pass, Class 12 pass, and graduates. Historically, SSC announces upward of 80,000 vacancies annually across these categories, making it one of the largest government employers in the country.
The calendar currently outlines notification release dates and application windows. Exam dates (Tier I, Tier II, and so on) are announced separately, typically a few weeks after each notification goes live.
Full SSC Exam Schedule 2026–27 — All Notification and Application Dates
| # | Exam Name | Notification Date | Application Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Selection Post Examination, Phase-XIII | March 31, 2026 | March 31 – April 30, 2026 |
| 2 | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) | April 30, 2026 | April 30 – May 31, 2026 |
| 3 | Combined Graduate Level (CGL) | April 30, 2026 | April 30 – May 31, 2026 |
| 4 | Combined Hindi Translators Examination | May 31, 2026 | May 31 – June 30, 2026 |
| 5 | Stenographer Grade 'C' & 'D' Examination | May 31, 2026 | May 31 – June 30, 2026 |
| 6 | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level — CHSL | June 30, 2026 | June 30 – July 31, 2026 |
| 7 | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs (CPO) | June 30, 2026 | June 30 – July 31, 2026 |
| 8 | Multi-Tasking Staff (Non-Technical) & Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) | September 30, 2026 | September 30 – October 31, 2026 |
| 9 | Constable (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF & Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles | September 30, 2026 | September 30 – October 31, 2026 |
Three Dates Every SSC Aspirant Must Mark Right Now
The calendar is packed with nine exams, but if you are just starting out, focus on these three milestones first:
April 30, 2026 — SSC CGL and Junior Engineer notifications drop together. This is arguably the biggest single day in the SSC calendar for graduate-level candidates. The CGL application window closes exactly one month later on May 31, so there is no room for delay. Keep your documents — educational certificates, Aadhaar, photograph, signature — ready before this date.
June 30, 2026 — SSC CHSL and CPO both open on the same day. If you are a Class 12 pass candidate eyeing CHSL or a graduate targeting the Sub-Inspector post in Delhi Police or CAPFs, this is your window. Applications close July 31.
September 30, 2026 — SSC MTS and GD Constable notifications arrive together. These two exams attract some of the highest applicant volumes in any SSC cycle. Servers on ssc.gov.in often struggle under the load in the first 48 hours after such announcements. Submit your application early — not on the last day.
A Closer Look at SSC CGL 2026
The Combined Graduate Level examination remains the most sought-after SSC exam among graduates. It opens doors to Group B and Group C posts across central government ministries and departments — roles like Income Tax Inspector, Auditor, Statistical Investigator, and Assistant Section Officer, among others.
For SSC CGL 2026, the notification releases on April 30 and applications close May 31. If you have been preparing, now is the time to sharpen your quantitative aptitude and English sections, because once the notification drops, mock test intensity needs to go up significantly. Exam dates for Tier I are expected to be announced shortly after the application window closes.
What SSC CHSL 2026 Means for Class 12 Pass Candidates
The Combined Higher Secondary Level examination is the gateway for Class 12 qualified candidates into central government posts such as Lower Division Clerk, Junior Secretariat Assistant, Postal Assistant, and Data Entry Operator. With the notification landing on June 30, 2026, and a one-month application window running through July 31, candidates in this category have a clear runway to get their paperwork in order.
SSC GD Constable and MTS 2026 — For 10th Pass Aspirants
Both the GD Constable and MTS recruitments are scheduled for the final quarter of the year, with notifications and applications opening together on September 30, 2026. These two exams collectively attract tens of millions of applications and represent SSC's largest outreach to candidates who have completed their Class 10 education. If you fall in this category, use the months from now until September to build your foundation in General Awareness, Mathematics, and English — the core subjects tested in both exams.
How to Download the SSC Exam Calendar 2026–27 PDF
The calendar is free to access and requires no login. Follow these steps:
- Open your browser and visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in
- On the homepage, scroll down to the Notice Board section
- Look for the link labelled "SSC New Exam Calendar 2026–27" and click on it
- A PDF file will open in your browser displaying all notification and application dates
- Save it to your device using your browser's download option or press Ctrl + S (Cmd + S on Mac)
Keep this PDF saved. Refer to it before making any preparation or coaching investment decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the SSC CGL 2026 notification be released? The SSC CGL 2026 notification is scheduled for April 30, 2026. The application form will be available on the same date and will remain open until May 31, 2026.
What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2026? The SSC CHSL 2026 application window opens June 30, 2026, and closes on July 31, 2026.
Has SSC announced MTS 2026 dates? Yes. The SSC MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) and Havaldar examination notification will be released on September 30, 2026. Applications will be accepted through October 31, 2026.
Will SSC announce exam dates along with the calendar? The current calendar covers only notification and application dates. Exam dates for each recruitment are announced separately, usually a few weeks after the respective notification is published.
How many vacancies does SSC release annually? SSC typically releases over 80,000 vacancies each year across its various examinations, covering posts for candidates at the Class 10, Class 12, and graduation levels.
Where can I find the SSC Exam Calendar 2026–27 PDF? It is available for free download on the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in, under the Notice Board section on the homepage.
Final Word
The SSC Exam Calendar 2026–27 is your single most important planning document this year. Nine exams. Seven months. Hundreds of thousands of posts. The aspirants who download this calendar today, build their preparation timeline around it, and apply without waiting for the last day are the ones who show up to the exam hall fully ready.
Bookmark ssc.gov.in, set calendar reminders for April 30, June 30, and September 30, and get to work.
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