The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the tentative examination calendar for the year 2026–27, covering major recruitment exams such as CGL, CHSL, JE, MTS, CPO, GD Constable, Stenographer, and departmental examinations. According to the calendar, most notifications will be released between March and September 2026, while examinations are scheduled from May 2026 to March 2027. All major exams will be conducted in Computer Based Examination (CBE) mode. Candidates preparing for SSC exams should carefully note the advertisement dates, application closing dates, and exam months to plan their preparation effectively.
SSC Exam Calendar 2026–27 (Tentative) – Table
| S. No. | Name of Examination | Advertisement Date | Closing Date | Month of Exam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Exam 2025 (DoPT only) | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 2 | SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Exam 2025 (DoPT only) | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 3 | ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Exam 2025 | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 4 | Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026 | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – June 2026 |
| 5 | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination 2026 | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – June 2026 |
| 6 | Selection Post Examination Phase-XIV 2026 | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – July 2026 |
| 7 | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026 | April 2026 | May 2026 | July – September 2026 |
| 8 | Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination 2026 | April 2026 | May 2026 | August – September 2026 |
| 9 | Combined Hindi Translators Examination 2026 | April 2026 | May 2026 | August – September 2026 |
| 10 | Multi-Tasking Staff (Non-Technical) & Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Exam 2026 | June 2026 | July 2026 | September – November 2026 |
| 11 | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs Examination 2026 | May 2026 | June 2026 | October – November 2026 |
| 12 | Constable (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF & Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Exam 2027 | September 2026 | October 2026 | January – March 2027 |
