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Historical cycleLast reviewed: 27 Dec 2024Historical cycleThis page covers the 2025 recruitment cycleDates, vacancies and application links from this cycle may have closed. Use this page as a historical reference and confirm any current recruitment through the issuing authority or the connected permanent exam hub.SSC Exams 2025: The SSC (Staff Selection Commission) exams for 2025...

SSC Exams 2025: The SSC (Staff Selection Commission) exams for 2025 are among the most sought-after government recruitment tests in India. These exams offer opportunities in various government departments and organizations, attracting lakhs of aspirants annually. 

SSC Exam 2025
SSC Exam 2025

Key SSC exams include SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, SSC GD, SSC MTS, SSC CPO, and SSC Stenographer, each catering to different educational qualifications and job roles. The selection process typically involves multiple stages, including written exams, skill tests, and physical assessments (for specific posts). 

Aspirants should stay updated with the SSC’s official notifications for details on eligibility, exam patterns, syllabus, and application deadlines to plan their preparation effectively.

SSC Exams 2025

The SSC Exams 2025 are highly competitive government recruitment tests designed to fill various posts in central government departments and organizations. Key exams conducted by SSC include SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, SSC GD, SSC MTS, SSC CPO, and SSC Stenographer. 

These exams assess candidates through a multi-tier process involving written tests, skill evaluations, and physical tests (for certain roles). With lakhs of applicants appearing every year, thorough preparation and staying updated are crucial for success in SSC Exams 2025.

What Is SSC?

The full form of SSC is Staff Selection Commission, an organization under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions. Established in 1975 based on the recommendations of the First Administrative Reforms Commission (1st ARC), it was initially called the Subordinate Service Commission. On September 26, 1977, it was renamed the Staff Selection Commission.

SSC conducts various exams annually to recruit candidates for Group B and Group C posts in different ministries, departments, and organizations under the Government of India. These exams aim to select capable individuals for key government roles. Check the details of SSC exams to plan your preparation.

SSC Exams in India
SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level)SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level)
SSC JE (Junior Engineer)SSC GD (General Duty) Constable
SSC MTS [Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff Examination]SSC CPO (Central Police Organisation)
SSC JHT (Junior Hindi Translator)SSC Stenographer
SSC Phase-VIIISSC Grade-C Stenographers Limited Departmental Competitive Exam

SSC Exams 2025 Highlights

Check the table below for the key highlights for SSC Exams 2025:

SSC Exams 2025 Highlights
ExamPost NamesRecruitment StagesExam ModeExam Duration
SSC CGL Assistant Audit Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer, Assistant Section Officer, Inspector of Income Tax, Assistant Superintendent, etc.Tier-I: Objective exam Tier-II: Objective exam (3 papers)Tier-I: Online, Tier-II: OnlineTier-I: 60 minutes, Tier-II: Paper 1: 150 mins, Paper 2: 120 mins, Paper 3: 120 mins
SSC CHSL LDC, JSA, PA, SA, DEO, DEO (Grade A)Tier-I: Objective exam Tier-II: Subjective examTier-I: Online, Tier-II: OfflineTier-I: 60 minutes, Tier-II: 60 minutes
SSC JE Civil JE, Electrical JE, Mechanical JE, Surveying and Contract JEPaper-I: Objective exam Paper-II: Subjective examPaper-I: Online, Paper-II: OfflinePaper-I: 120 minutes, Paper-II: 120 minutes
SSC GDConstable (General Duty)Stage-1: Objective exam Stage-2: PET/PST Stage-3: DMEStage-1: Online, Stage-2 & 3: NAStage-1: 60 minutes, Stage-2 & 3: NA
SSC CPO Sub-Inspector and Assistant Sub-InspectorStage-1: Paper-I, Stage-2: PET/PST, Stage-3: Paper-II, Stage-4: DMEStage-1 & 3: Online, Stage-2 & 4: NAStage-1: 120 minutes, Stage-2: NA, Stage-3: 120 minutes, Stage-4: NA
SSC JHT Junior Translator, Senior Hindi Translator, Junior Hindi Translator, Hindi PradhyapakPaper-I: Objective exam Paper-II: Subjective examPaper-I: Online, Paper-II: OfflinePaper-I: 120 minutes, Paper-II: 120 minutes
SSC Stenographer Stenographer Grade-C (Group B), Stenographer Grade-D (Group C)Stage-1: Objective exam Stage-2: Skill testStage-1: Online, Stage-2: CBTStage-1: 120 minutes, Stage-2: 10 minutes
SSC MTS Multi-tasking staffPaper-I: Objective exam Paper-II: Subjective examPaper-I: Online, Paper-II: OfflinePaper-I: 90 minutes, Paper-II: 30 minutes

SSC Exams Calendar 2025

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will publish the SSC Exam Calendar 2025, which provides key dates for notifications, application submissions, and exam schedules. These exams are designed to select candidates for various posts in government ministries, departments, and organizations under the Government of India.

As of now, check the detailed post-wise exam dates and schedule below, as outlined in the official SSC Exam Calendar 2024-25.

SSC Exams Calendar 2024-25
Name of ExaminationNotification DateClosing DateMonth of Exam
Grade ‘C’ Stenographer Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2023-2024January 5, 2024January 25, 2024April-May 2024
JSA/ LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2023-2024January 12, 2024February 1, 2024April-May 2024
SSA/ UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2023-2024January 19, 2024February 8, 2024April-May 2024
Selection Post Examination, Phase-XII, 2024February 1, 2024February 28, 2024April-May 2024
Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2024February 15, 2024March 14, 2024May-June 2024
Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Quantity Surveying & Contracts) Examination, 2024February 29, 2024March 29, 2024May-June 2024
Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2024April 8, 2024May 7, 2024July 1-12, 2024
Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff, and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination, 2024June 27, 2024July 31, 2024October-November 2024
Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2024June 24, 2024July 24, 2024September-October 2024
Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2024July 16, 2024August 14, 2024October-November 2024
Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translator, and Senior Hindi Translator Examination, 2024July 23, 2024August 21, 2024October-November 2024
Constables (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF, and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2025August 27, 2024October 5, 2024January-February 2025

SSC Exams Eligibility 2025

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) sets the eligibility criteria for recruitment based on three factors:

  • Nationality
  • Age Limit
  • Educational Qualification

These are the key requirements you must meet to apply for SSC exams.

SSC Recruitment Process

The SSC recruitment process may vary depending on the specific exam, but here is the general process followed for all exams:

Step 1: SSC Registration

Candidates must first register on the official SSC website (ssc.nic.in). After registration, they can fill out the SSC application form for their desired exam. The application fee is typically INR 100 for most exams.

Step 2: SSC Admit Card

After registration, candidates need to download their SSC admit card from the official regional SSC website. To do this, they will need to log in using details like their registration number, date of birth, and password.

Step 3: SSC Exam

Candidates must appear for the SSC exam as per the details mentioned on their admit card. SSC exams are often conducted in multiple parts or tiers. For example, the SSC CGL exam includes four stages: two computer-based tests (CBTs), one descriptive pen-and-paper test (PBT), and one skill test/document verification round.

Step 4: SSC Result

The SSC results for each exam tier or paper are published on the official SSC website. Results are usually announced with the SSC cutoff. Candidates who pass a particular tier or paper move on to the next stage, and those who pass all stages are assigned their relevant posts based on available vacancies.

SSC Contact Details

SSC official website is ssc.nic.in. To access the region-wise SSC websites, candidates can visit the following official SSC regional portals for their respective areas:

SSC Websites
SC RegionStatesSSC CHSL Admit Card Link
Madhya Pradesh Region (MPR)Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarhsscmpr.org
North Eastern Region (NER)Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Nagalandsscner.org.in
Central Region (CR)Uttar Pradesh and Biharssc-cr.org
Western Region (WR)Maharashtra, Goa, Gujaratsscwr.net
Eastern Region (ER)West Bengal, Orissa, Sikkim, Andaman & Nicobar Islandssscer.org
North Western Region (NWR)Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradeshsscnwr.org
Northern Region (NR)Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttarakhandsscnr.nic.in
Southern Region (SR)Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, Tamil Nadusscsr.gov.in
Karnataka-Kerala Region (KKR)Karnataka, Keralassckkr.kar.nic.in

Below is a table listing the contact details for various officials in the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). This includes the names, designations, and office telephone numbers of key personnel, which can be helpful for candidates and others seeking to get in touch with the respective departments.

SSC Regional Contact Numbers
NameDesignationTelephone Number (Office)
Braj Raj SharmaChairman24361359
24360120
Pankaj Kumar PA to Chairman 24366057
24360120
Rajiv SrivastavaMember24369672
P VenkatramaniPS to Member 24369672
(Vacant)Member24362242
(Vacant)PS to Member24362242
DB SinghSecretary-cum-CoE and CVO24361408
DS ChauhanPS to Secretary-cum-CoE and CVO24361408
ML HirwalDirector (EDP)24361807
BS KhatriPS to Director (EDP)24361807
Deepak MitraDS (G)24364795
Md. Jawaid EqubalPS to DS (G)24364795
AK BawaliaDS (Admin.)24367001
Mahender SinghPS to DS (Admin.)24367001
AK MandalUS (C-I/II)24365875
Ashish MohanUS (Establishment)24366609
HL Prasad US (C-II)24364797
Manish MrinalUS (P&P-II)24360008
Manoj ManuUS (EDP)24361170
BK HembromUS (General)24364792
Monika RaiUS (QB, RHQ & Library)24362212
R RajakannuUS (Accounts & P&P-I)24360926
S LathaUS (C-I/I)24364458
(Vacant)US (R&A)24369671
Rajesh TanejaDD (OL)24369671

SSC Exams 2025 FAQs

Q.1. What is the SSC Exam 2025?

Ans. SSC exams are conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit candidates for various government posts in India.

Q.2. Which SSC exams are held in 2025?

Ans. Key exams include SSC CGL, SSC GD, SSC CHSL, SSC MTS, SSC CPO, and SSC Stenographer.

Q.3. What are the eligibility criteria for SSC exams?

Ans. Eligibility depends on nationality, age (18-27 years for most exams), and educational qualification (10th, 12th, or Graduation).

Q.4. How do I apply for SSC exams?

Ans. Candidates must register on the official SSC website (ssc.nic.in) and submit the application form with the required fee.

Q.5. When will SSC Exams 2025 be held?

Ans. Exam dates will be announced in the SSC Exam Calendar 2025, with notifications released throughout the year.

 

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