SSC CHSL Data Entry Operator (DEO) Recruitment 2026 – Part of 2,536 Vacancies

Recruitment Overview - SSC CHSL 2026 recruits Data Entry Operator (DEO) for Central Government offices through an open competitive examination. - SSC has announced approximately 2,536 tentative combined CHSL vacancies; post-wise and category-wise allocation will be published later. Vacancy Breakup - Data Entry Operator (DEO): vacancy is included in the approximately 2,536 combined tentative CHSL vacancies. - SSC has not yet published a final post-wise, category-wise or state-wise breakup. Educational Qualification - 12th pass; specified DEO posts require Science with Mathematics by 7 October 2026. - Candidates awaiting the Class 12 result may apply only if they acquire the required qualification by 7 October 2026. Age Limit - 18–27 years as on 1 August 2026; born not before 2 August 1999 and not after 1 August 2008. - Upper-age relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years (plus category relaxation where applicable), eligible Ex-Servicemen and other notified categories as detailed in the official notice. Important Dates - Online application: 7 September 2026 to 7 October 2026, 11:00 PM. - Online fee payment deadline: 8 October 2026, 11:00 PM. - Correction window: 14–16 October 2026, up to 11:00 PM. - Tier-I and Tier-II computer-based examination dates: to be notified by SSC. Application Fee - Application fee: ₹100, payable online. - Women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempt. - Correction charge: ₹200 for the first correction and ₹500 for the second correction. Selection Process - Tier-I computer-based examination. - Tier-II computer-based examination, including the qualifying Skill Test/Typing Test applicable to the post. - Document verification by the allotted department; final merit is based on Tier-II performance and post preference, subject to qualifying requirements. How to Apply - Open SSC’s official Apply page and select Combined Higher Secondary Level (10+2) Examination, 2026. - Complete or verify One-Time Registration (OTR), then sign in. - Choose CHSL 2026, fill personal/category/qualification details and post preferences. - Capture/upload the required photograph and signature, upload supporting documents if asked, and pay ₹100 unless exempt. - Use Preview, correct errors, submit before 7 October 2026 at 11:00 PM, and retain the submitted form. Check Before Submission - Match name, date of birth and category with the supporting certificates. - Upload the live photograph/signature and certificates in the format and size stated by SSC. - Preview every field, confirm fee-payment status where applicable, submit, and save the final application PDF/printout. Official Information - Official notification: https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/NoticeBoards/Notice_of_adv_chsl_2026.pdf - Direct official application page: https://ssc.gov.in/home/apply - Use only the SSC website and read the full notice before submitting the form.