SSC exam calendar 2026 released: Check full schedule for CGL, CHSL, MTS, GD and other exams

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the tentative calendar of examinations for 2026-2027, outlining advertisement dates, application deadlines, and expected exam months for various posts across departments. The schedule provides candidates with a roadmap to plan their applications and preparation for the upcoming examination cycle.

SSC examination 2026-2027 tentative calendar

S.No	Name of Examination	Month of Exam
1	JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (DoPT only)	May 2026
2	SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (DoPT only)	May 2026
3	ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025	May 2026
4	Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026	May – June 2026
5	Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination, 2026	May – June 2026
6	Selection Post Examination, Phase-XIV, 2026	May – July 2026
7	Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026	July – September 2026
8	Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026	August – September 2026
9	Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026	August – September 2026
10	Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff & Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination, 2026	September – November 2026
11	Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & Central Armed Police Forces Examination, 2026	October – November 2026
12	Constables (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2027	January – March 2027

Key highlights

All SSC exams for 2026-27 are expected to be conducted in computer-based mode (CBE), giving aspirants clarity on timelines and enabling them to plan their preparation effectively.