SSC job

Every year the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) releases thousands of vacancies across India, which include the posts of Assistant Audit Officer & Assistant Accounts Officer, Assistant Section Officer (ASO), Inspector (Income Tax), Inspector (Central Excise & Examiner), Sub Inspector in CBI, NIA & NCB, Junior Statistical Officer (JSO), Auditor, Tax Assistant, etc. All these government posts give you an annual 3% salary increment, DA hike, full family medical coverage, children’s education allowance, LTC travel benefits, gratuity, and lifelong pension.

SSC Job Posts List

Before exploring the SSC job posts list, it is important to Identify the role that matches your interest and understand responsibilities, growth opportunities, and required skill profile. Then select the right SSC examinations and start preparing with a clear strategy path.

Post Name Exam Name Department/Ministry Min. Qualification
Assistant Audit/Accounts Officer SSC CGL Indian Audit & Accounts Dept (CAG) Bachelor’s Degree
Assistant Section Officer (ASO) SSC CGL Central Secretariat (CSS), MEA, IB, Railway Bachelor’s Degree
Inspector (Income Tax) SSC CGL CBDT (Dept. of Revenue) Bachelor’s Degree
Inspector (Central Excise/Examiner) SSC CGL CBIC (Dept. of Revenue) Bachelor’s Degree
Sub-Inspector (CBI / NIA / NCB) SSC CGL CBI, NIA, Narcotics Control Bureau Bachelor’s Degree
Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) SSC CGL M/o Statistics & Prog. Implementation Degree with Math/Stats
Auditor / Accountant SSC CGL CAG, CGDA, Various Ministries Bachelor’s Degree
Tax Assistant / Upper Division Clerk SSC CGL CBDT, CBIC, Central Govt. Offices Bachelor’s Degree
Lower Division Clerk (LDC/JSA) SSC CHSL Various Ministries/Dept. of India 12th Pass
Data Entry Operator (DEO) SSC CHSL CAG, Consumer Affairs, etc. 12th Pass (Science+Math)
Sub-Inspector (GD) SSC CPO CAPFs (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB) Bachelor’s Degree
Sub-Inspector (Executive) SSC CPO Delhi Police Bachelor’s Degree
Junior Engineer (Civil/Mech/Elec) SSC JE CPWD, MES, Central Water Commission Degree/Diploma in Engg.
Stenographer (Grade C & D) SSC Steno Various Ministries & Depts 12th Pass + Shorthand
Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) SSC JHT CSOLS, Armed Forces HQ, etc. Master’s Degree + Diploma
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) SSC MTS Various Central Govt. Offices 10th Pass
Havaldar SSC MTS CBIC and CBN 10th Pass
Constable (General Duty) SSC GD BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, SSF 10th Pass

SSC Job List With Salary Breakdown 2026

Job Qualification Vacancies / Year Job Level Salary (In-Hand)
SSC CGL Graduate 7,000–10,000+ Group B & C ₹30k–₹80k+
SSC CHSL 12th Pass 3,000–5,000 Group C ₹25k–₹40k
SSC MTS 10th Pass 8,000–12,000+ Group C ₹18k–₹25k
SSC CPO Graduate 1,200–2,000 Group B ₹45k–₹60k
SSC JE Diploma/Degree 800–1,200 Group B ₹45k–₹55k
Stenographer 12th + Skill 1,000–1,500 Group C ₹30k–₹50k
Selection Posts Varies 2,000–3,000 Mixed Varies

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SSC Exam List

  1. SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level)
  2. SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level)
  3. SSC MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff)
  4. SSC GD Constable (General Duty)
  5. SSC CPO (Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs)
  6. SSC JE (Junior Engineer)
  7. SSC Stenographer (Grade C & D)
  8. SSC JHT / Translator
  9. SSC Selection Posts

Together, these exams cover administrative, clerical, technical, investigative, police, and support roles across the Government of India.

SSC Jobs List: Exam-wise

SSC CGL Jobs List

Group Posts Department / Ministry
B (Gazetted) Assistant Audit Officer Indian Audit & Accounts (C&AG)
B (Gazetted) Assistant Accounts Officer Indian Audit & Accounts (C&AG)
B Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Central Secretariat Service (CSS)
B Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Intelligence Bureau (IB)
B Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
B Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Ministry of Railways
B Assistant Section Officer (ASO) AFHQ / Other Ministries
B Inspector (Central Excise) CBIC
B Inspector (Preventive Officer) CBIC
B Inspector (Examiner) CBIC
B Assistant Enforcement Officer Directorate of Enforcement
B Sub-Inspector CBI
B Inspector Posts Department of Posts
B Divisional Accountant Offices under C&AG
B Sub-Inspector NIA / NCB
B Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) M/o Statistics & Prog. Implementation
B Executive Assistant CBIC
C Inspector of Income Tax CBDT
C Auditor C&AG / CGDA / Ministries
C Accountant / Junior Accountant C&AG / CGA / Ministries
C Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant Department of Posts
C Senior Secretariat Assistant / UDC Central Govt. Offices / Ministries
C Tax Assistant CBDT / CBIC
C Sub-Inspector Central Bureau of Narcotics

SSC CHSL Job List

Group Posts Department / Ministry
C Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Central Secretariat Service (CSS)
C Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
C Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Ministry of Defence (AFHQ)
C Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) Intelligence Bureau (IB)
C Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
C Data Entry Operator (DEO) Comptroller & Auditor General (C&AG)
C Data Entry Operator (Grade A) Ministry of Consumer Affairs
C Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Election Commission of India
C Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) Central Vigilance Commission
C Lower Division Clerk (LDC) National Investigation Agency (NIA)
C Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
C Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Department of Agriculture
C Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Controller General of Accounts (CGA)
C Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Border Roads Organization (BRO)*
C Data Entry Operator (DEO) Ministry of Culture
C Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) Income Tax (CBDT) / GST (CBIC)

SSC MTS Job List

Group Posts Department / Ministry
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Central Secretariat Service (CSS)
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Income Tax Department (CBDT)
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Central Board of Indirect Taxes (CBIC)
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Ministry of Defence (Various Offices)
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Press Information Bureau (PIB)
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Comptroller & Auditor General (C&AG)
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Intelligence Bureau (IB)
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
C Havaldar Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC)
C Havaldar Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN)
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Election Commission / NITI Aayog
C Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)

SSC GD Job List

Group Post Name Department / Force
C Constable (General Duty) Border Security Force (BSF)
C Constable (General Duty) Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
C Constable (General Duty) Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
C Constable (General Duty) Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
C Constable (General Duty) Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
C Constable (General Duty) Secretariat Security Force (SSF)
C Rifleman (General Duty) Assam Rifles (AR)
C Sepoy Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)*

SSC CPO Job List

Group Posts Department/Ministry
C Sub-Inspector (Executive) Delhi Police
B Sub-Inspector (GD) Border Security Force (BSF)
B Sub-Inspector (GD) Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
B Sub-Inspector (GD) Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
B Sub-Inspector (GD) Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
B Sub-Inspector (GD) Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
C Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI)* Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)

SSC Stenographer Job List

Group Posts Department/Ministry
B (Non-Gazetted) Stenographer Grade ‘C’ Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
B (Non-Gazetted) Stenographer Grade ‘C’ Central Secretariat Service (CSS)
B (Non-Gazetted) Stenographer Grade ‘C’ Intelligence Bureau (IB)
B (Non-Gazetted) Stenographer Grade ‘C’ Ministry of Railways
B (Non-Gazetted) Stenographer Grade ‘C’ Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ)
B (Non-Gazetted) Stenographer Grade ‘C’ Election Commission of India
C Stenographer Grade ‘D’ Income Tax (CBDT)
C Stenographer Grade ‘D’ Central Excise & Customs (CBIC)
C Stenographer Grade ‘D’ Comptroller & Auditor General (C&AG)
C Stenographer Grade ‘D’ Department of Posts
C Stenographer Grade ‘D’ Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)
C Stenographer Grade ‘D’ Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
C Stenographer Grade ‘D’ Border Roads Organization (BRO)*
C Stenographer Grade ‘D’ Military Engineer Services (MES)

SSC JE Job List

Group Posts Department / Ministry
B Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical) Central Public Works Department (CPWD)
B Junior Engineer (Civil/Mechanical) Central Water Commission (CWC)
B Junior Engineer (Civil/Elec. & Mech.) Military Engineer Services (MES)
B Junior Engineer (Civil/Elec. & Mech.) Border Roads Organization (BRO)*
B Junior Engineer (Civil/Elec./Mech.) Farakka Barrage Project (FBP)
B Junior Engineer (Civil/Elec./Mech.) National Technical Research Org. (NTRO)
B Junior Engineer (Elec./Mech.) DGQA (Naval), Ministry of Defence
B Junior Engineer (Civil/Elec./Mech.) Central Water Power Research Station
B Junior Engineer (Civil) Brahmaputra Board (Ministry of Jal Shakti)

SSC JHT/JHT Job List

Group Post Name Department / Ministry
B Junior Translation Officer (JTO) Central Secretariat Official Language Service (CSOLS)
B Junior Translation Officer (JTO) Ministry of Railways (Railway Board)
B Junior Translation Officer (JTO) Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ)
B Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) Income Tax (CBDT) / GST (CBIC)
B Junior Hindi Translator (JHT) Comptroller & Auditor General (C&AG)
B Junior Translator Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
B Junior Translator Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT)
B Junior Translation Officer (JTO) Border Roads Organization (BRO)
B Sub-Inspector (Hindi Translator) Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
B Senior Hindi Translator (SHT) various Central Ministries/Departments
B Senior Translator Directorate of Enforcement (ED)
B Hindi Pradhyapak Rajbhasha Vibhag (MHA)

SSC Selection Posts & Specialized Exams Job List

Group Level Post Name Department / Ministry
B Graduate Scientific Assistant India Meteorological Dept / M/o Defence
B Graduate Girl Cadet Instructor (GCI) Directorate General NCC (Female only)
B Graduate Technical Officer National Atlas & Thematic Mapping Org
B Graduate Senior Investigator Ministry of Labour & Employment
C 12th Pass Conservation Assistant Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
C 12th Pass Pharmacist (Allopathic/Ayur) CGHS (M/o Health & Family Welfare)
C 12th Pass Stockman (Animal Husbandry) Central Cattle Breeding Farm
C 12th Pass Junior Draughtsman Geological Survey of India
C 10th Pass Medical Attendant (MTS) Central Govt Health Scheme (CGHS)
C 10th Pass Laboratory Attendant National Test House / Central Forensic Lab
C 10th Pass Staff Car Driver Various Ministries (e.g., M/o Agriculture)
C 10th Pass Canteen Attendant Departmental Canteens (e.g., Income Tax)

SSC Job Categories Explained (Education & Roles)

Exam Name Minimum Qualification Role Type Typical Tasks
SSC CGL Graduate Administrative/Investigative Policy implementation, audits,
inspections, revenue work
SSC CHSL 12th Pass Clerical & Support Data entry, record management,
clerical operations
SSC CPO Graduate Security & Field Police investigation,
law enforcement, field duties
SSC MTS 10th Pass Support Staff General office work, file movement,
departmental support
SSC Stenographer 12th Pass + Skill Typing & Transcription Stenography, confidential
documentation, dictation
SSC JHT / Translator Graduate (Hindi/English) Language/Documentation Translation, official language
work in ministries
SSC Selection Posts 10th / 12th / Graduate (varies) Department-Specific Role-specific tasks based on
ministry or department

Selection Process: What to Expect

Every SSC exam has its tailored selection workflow:

  • Computer-Based Test (CBT) for most exams
  • Physical Standards/Efficiency Test (for SI/CPO)
  • Skill Test for stenography
  • Document Verification after clearing norms

There are usually tiered stages (Tier I, Tier II for CGL/CHSL).

SSC Job Salary 2026

SSC salaries follow the 7th Central Pay Commission, with pay levels differing by exam and post.

CGL Salary Range

  • Level 4 to Level 8 depending on the post:
    • ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Pay Level 4)
    • ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 (Pay Level 5)
    • ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Pay Level 6)
    • ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Pay Level 7)
    • ₹47,600 – ₹151,100 (Level 8)
  • Typical in-hand salary (post allowances) ranges roughly from ₹30,000 to ₹80,000+, depending on city category and perks.

CHSL Salary

  • Pay Level 2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
  • In-hand approx: ₹25,000 – ₹40,000 depending on location and HRA.

MTS Salary

  • Basic pay starting: ₹18,000–₹22,000 with allowances.

CPO/SI Salary

  • Generally aligns with Level 6: ₹35,400 – ₹112,400 with field allowances.

Career Growth: SSC Job Ladder

SSC jobs are not static:

  • Annual increments
  • Departmental promotions
  • Departmental exams (e.g., departmental competitive exams) for faster progression

A candidate joining as an ASO at Level 6 can progress up the hierarchy into senior administrative roles over years, reflecting structured growth and security.

Which SSC Job Should You Aim For? (Decision Guide)

This depends on:

  • Your qualification
  • Your career priority (desk vs field)
  • Salary expectations
  • Work-life balance
  • Posting preference (Delhi vs Pan-India)
Priority / Goal Best SSC Match Key Features (2026)
Higher Salary & Central Admin Role SSC CGL Graduate-level; Level 4–8 Pay; Includes prestigious posts
like Income Tax Inspector and ASO (MEA).
Clerical Support & Stability SSC CHSL 12th-pass; Level 2–5 Pay; Focused on data entry and
office management (LDC/DEO).
Law Enforcement & Uniform SSC CPO Graduate-level; Sub-Inspector roles in Delhi Police and
CAPFs (BSF, CRPF, etc.); Physical fitness is key.
Field Support & Entry-Level SSC MTS 10th-pass; Level 1 Pay; Lowest barrier to entry; Includes
Havaldar (Physical required) and general office staff.
Technical Responsibility SSC JE Diploma/Degree in Engineering; Level 6 Pay; Involves site
supervision and government infrastructure projects.
PriorityBest SSC MatchHigher salary & Central admin roleSSC CGLClerical support & stabilitySSC CHSLLaw enforcementSSC CPOField support & entry-levelSSC MTSTechnical responsibilitySSC JE

What Is the Staff Selection Commission (SSC)?

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) serves as the central government’s recruitment arm, tasked with filling Group B (Non-Gazetted) and Group C positions within India’s ministries, departments, and subordinate offices. Each year, the SSC administers a series of competitive examinations, drawing applicants from a wide range of educational experiences to fill thousands of available roles.

Summary

There are multiple SSC job types structured across exams for different education levels and career goals. Each stream has:

  • A defined eligibility corridor
  • A selection sequence
  • A salary bandset
  • A career trajectory

From administrative positions in Delhi to law enforcement roles spanning the entire country, careers with the SSC offer a solid foundation. They provide a structured salary and opportunities for advancement, provided you choose the right exam and prepare effectively.