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New Delhi, March 19, 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released its revised annual examination calendar for the 2026-2027 recruitment cycle. This comprehensive schedule provides essential timelines for some of India’s most sought-after government examinations, including the Combined Graduate Level (CGL), Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL), and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS).
Aspirants planning to secure a position in various central government ministries and departments can now align their preparation with the official notification and examination windows.
Key Highlights of the SSC 2026-27 Exam Calendar
The newly published calendar outlines the tentative months for advertisements, application closing dates, and the periods during which computer-based examinations (CBE) will be conducted.
1. SSC CGL 2026 (Combined Graduate Level)
The CGL exam remains the premier recruitment drive for Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts.
- Notification Date: March 31, 2026
- Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
- Tier-I Exam Window: May – June 2026
2. SSC CHSL 2026 (10+2 Level)
Targeted at candidates who have completed their higher secondary education, the CHSL exam recruits for positions such as LDC, JSA, and DEO.
- Notification Date: April 30, 2026
- Application Deadline: May 31, 2026
- Tier-I Exam Window: July – September 2026
3. SSC MTS & Havaldar 2026
This national-level exam is conducted for matriculate candidates seeking entry-level government roles.
- Notification Date: June 30, 2026
- Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
- Exam Window: September – November 2026
Detailed Exam Schedule for 2026-27
Apart from the major three, the commission has also scheduled several other departmental and specialized recruitment exams:
| Examination Name | Notification Date | Exam Month (Tentative) |
| Selection Post Phase-XIV | March 31, 2026 | May – July 2026 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil, Mech, Elec) | March 31, 2026 | May – June 2026 |
| Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ | April 30, 2026 | August – September 2026 |
| JHT (Hindi Translator) | April 30, 2026 | August – September 2026 |
| Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPF | May 31, 2026 | October – November 2026 |
| Constable (GD) in CAPFs/NIA/SSF | September 30, 2026 | January – March 2027 |
How to Download the Official PDF
Candidates are encouraged to download the formal document directly from the commission’s portal to stay updated on any potential shifts in the timeline.
- Visit the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Candidate’s Corner” or the “Latest News” section on the homepage.
- Click on the link titled “Revised Annual Calendar of Examinations for the year 2026-27.”
- The PDF will open in a new tab; save it for future reference.
Preparation Strategy for Aspirants
With the dates now public, experts suggest a structured approach to the Tier-I exams, which typically focus on General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, and General Awareness. Since most Tier-I exams for the 2026 cycle are scheduled for the middle of the year, candidates have a crucial window to finalize their syllabus and begin intensive mock test sessions.