The Selection Posts Phase-XIV/2026 notification by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is a recruitment drive for 3,003 tentative vacancies across various central government departments. Below are the comprehensive details regarding the dates, eligibility, posts, vacancies, and the step-by-step application process as found in the sources.

1. Important Dates

• Online Application Period: 13.04.2026 to 04.05.2026.
• Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 04.05.2026 (up to 23:00 Hrs).
• Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 05.05.2026 (up to 23:00 Hrs).
• Application Correction Window: 11.05.2026 to 13.05.2026.
• Computer Based Examination (CBE): Scheduled for June 2026.

2. Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India, subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, Tibetan refugees (pre-1962), or persons of Indian origin migrated for permanent settlement from specified countries.
• Educational Qualification (as of 04.05.2026):
  • Matriculation Level: 10th Class pass.
  • Higher Secondary Level: 12th Class (10+2) pass.
  • Graduation & Above: Degree from a recognised university.
• Age Limit (as of 01.01.2026): Varies by post category, commonly ranging from 18-25, 18-27, 18-30, up to 18-35 or 23-28 years.
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10–15 years), and Ex-Servicemen (3 years after service deduction).

3. Posts and Vacancies

There are 3,003 total vacancies advertised under this phase.

• Vacancy Breakdown: UR (1,534), OBC (667), SC (346), ST (185), and EWS (271).
• Horizontal Reservations: ESM (101), OH (40), HH (40), VH (24), and Others (15).
• Types of Posts: Roles include Stenographer Grade-II, Laboratory Attendant, Junior Engineer (Quality Assurance), Scientific Assistant, Field Assistant, Research Assistant, and Library Attendant, among others.
• Service Liability: Selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India.

4. Step-by-Step Process to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the new SSC website (https://ssc.gov.in) or the mySSC mobile app.

Part A: One-Time Registration (OTR)

1. Visit the Website: Go to ssc.gov.in and click on “Login or Register”.
2. Generate New OTR: All candidates must create a new OTR on the new portal, as old registrations from ssc.nic.in are not valid.
3. Enter Personal Details: Provide Aadhaar number (or other ID), name, father’s name, mother’s name, date of birth, and matriculation details exactly as they appear on your 10th-grade certificate.
4. Verification: Verify your mobile number and email ID through OTP.
5. Password Creation: Set a new password upon first login.
6. Additional Details: Provide your category, nationality, identification marks, and permanent/present address.
7. Final Submission: Review all details and click “Final Submit” to generate your Registration Number.

Part B: Online Application Form

1. Login: Use your Registration Number and changed password.
2. Select Post: Click “Apply” in the Phase-XIV/2026 section. Choose the specific Region and Post Code you wish to apply for.
3. Exam Centers: Select your preference for three examination centres.
4. Live Photograph: The application uses a real-time photo capture module. Stand in a well-lit area with a plain background; do not wear a cap, mask, or spectacles during capture.
5. Upload Signature: Upload a scanned signature in JPEG/JPG format (10 to 20 KB).
6. Application Fee: Pay the ₹100 fee online via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Cards.
   • Note: Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM candidates are exempt from payment.
7. Separate Applications: If applying for multiple posts, you must submit and pay for each post separately.

5. Examination Highlights

The Computer Based Examination (CBE) features a new pattern including sectional timing of 15 minutes for each of the four parts (General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English). There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer.