SSC Selection Post age limit
Age is counted as on 01-01-2026.
| Post | Age limit |
|---|---|
| All posts | Varies post to post; the upper age limit is given in the post-wise details of the Phase-XIV notice |
Age relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 (after deducting military service) |
| Central Govt civilian employees (Group C, 3 yrs service) | Up to 40 years of age (45 for SC/ST) |
| Widows / divorced / judicially separated women (not remarried) | Up to 35 years of age (40 for SC/ST) |
Educational qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Matriculation level posts | 10th (Matriculation) pass, plus any extra qualification listed for the post |
| Higher Secondary level posts | 12th (10+2) pass, plus any extra qualification listed for the post |
| Graduation & above level posts | Bachelor's degree (or higher) as specified in the post details |
| All posts | Essential qualification must be held by the closing date, 04.05.2026 |
Other conditions
Nationality: Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came before 01.01.1962, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries to settle in India (non-citizens need a certificate of eligibility).
A candidate applying for several posts must submit a separate application (and fee) for each post category, but sits only one exam per qualification level.
Prepare for SSC Selection Post with RBE
Solve previous year papers, attempt free mock tests with all-India rank, and check your marks the day the answer key comes out.
Official links
- SSC official website
- Phase-XIV/2026 notice (PDF)
- Exam schedule notice, 21.08.2026 (PDF)
- Admission certificate / scribe notice, 08.09.2026 (PDF)
Always confirm dates and rules in the official notice. Information here is compiled by the RBE team from official notices; last updated 27 Sep 2026.