Key Takeaways
- The SSC Exam Calendar 2026 includes major exams like CGL, CHSL, and JE, detailing notification and exam dates.
- Candidates can download the SSC Exam Calendar 2026-27 from the official SSC website or directly from this blog.
- Tentative exam dates are subject to change, emphasizing the importance of checking the official website for updates.
- Candidates should prioritize and plan their preparations based on overlapping exam timelines to optimize study schedules.
- Key dates for various exams are expected in early 2026, with tier exams scheduled from May to September 2026.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) releases its exam calendar for 2026 including exams like SSC CHSL, MTS and other exams. It lists all major exams along with dates of notification, application, and tentative exam months. This calendar helps aspirants plan their preparation, keep track of deadlines, and prioritize exams based on dates. This blog provides all the latest SSC exam dates released so far and will be updated whenever new dates or changes are announced.
How can candidates download the SSC Exam Calendar 2026-27?
Candidates can download the SSC Exam Calendar 2026–27 by visiting the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in, navigating to the “For Candidates” section on the top third number, clicking on the “Examination Calendar” link or directly from the link given below:
Which exams are included in the SSC Exam Calendar 2026?
The SSC 2026 Calendar includes all major SSC exams like CGL, CHSL, JE, CPO, Stenographer, JHT, and GD Constable exams, along with departmental exams like JSA, SSA, ASO. Below is the table of SSC Exam Calendar 2026 details:
| S. No. | Name of Examination | Tier / Phase | Date of Advertisement | Closing Date | Tentative Exam Month |
| 1 | Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2026 | Tier-I (CBE) | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – Jun 2026 |
| 2 | Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination, 2026 | Paper-I (CBE) | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – Jun 2026 |
| 3 | Selection Post Examination, Phase-XIV, 2026 | CBE | March 2026 | April 2026 | May – Jul 2026 |
| 4 | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 | Tier-I (CBE) | April 2026 | May 2026 | Jul – Sep 2026 |
| 5 | Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination, 2026 | CBE | April 2026 | May 2026 | Aug – Sep 2026 |
| 6 | Combined Hindi Translators Examination, 2026 | Paper-I (CBE) | April 2026 | May 2026 | Aug – Sep 2026 |
| 7 | Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff & Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination, 2026 | CBE | June 2026 | July 2026 | Sep – Nov 2026 |
| 8 | Sub-Inspector in Delhi Police & CAPFs Examination, 2026 | Paper-I (CBE) | May 2026 | June 2026 | Oct – Nov 2026 |
| 9 | Constables (GD) in CAPFs, NIA, SSF & Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles Examination, 2027 | CBE | September 2026 | October 2026 | Jan – Mar 2027 |
| 10 | JSA / LDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (DoPT only) | Paper-I (CBE) | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 11 | SSA / UDC Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 (DoPT only) | Paper-I (CBE) | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 12 | ASO Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025 | Paper-I (CBE) | 16 March 2026 | 07 April 2026 | May 2026 |
When will the SSC CGL 2026 exam notification be released?
The SSC CGL Notification 2026 is expected in March 2026, and the exam is tentatively scheduled for May – June 2026.
What are the important dates for SSC CHSL 2026?
The SSC CHSL Notification 2026 is expected in April 2026 while Tier-I exam is planned for July – September 2026. Candidates should apply between April 2026 to May 2026.
When is the Selection Post Examination Phase-XIV, 2026 expected?
The Selection Post Examination Phase-XIV 2026 Notification is expected in March 2026, and the exam is expected between May and July 2026.
When is the Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ Examination 2026 expected?
The SSC Stenographer Grade ‘C’ & ‘D’ 2026 Notification is expected in April 2026, and the exam is expected between August and September 2026.
When is the SSC JHT Exam 2026 expected?
The SSC Combined Hindi Translators 2026 Notification is expected in April 2026, with the exam scheduled between August and September 2026.
When is the SSC MTS Exam 2026 expected?
The SSC MTS Notification 2026 (Non-Technical) Staff & Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) is expected in June 2026, and the exam is expected between September and November 2026.
When is the SSC CPO Exam 2026 expected?
The SSC CPO Notification 2026 for Sub-Inspector (Delhi Police & CAPFs) is expected in May 2026, with the exam scheduled between October and November 2026.
When is the SSC GD Constable Exam 2027 expected?
The SSC GD Constable Notification 2026 is expected in September 2026, and the exam is expected between January and March 2027.
When is the SSC JE 2026 exam expected?
The SSC JE Notification 2026 is expected to be released in March 2026, and the exam month is May – June 2026.
Which SSC exams have overlapping dates?
Based on the calendar, exams like CGL, JE, and departmental exams may have overlapping preparation windows, so candidates need to plan study schedules smartly.
How to use the SSC Calendar 2026-27 for preparation?
- Decide your “main exam” first: If SSC CGL or SSC JE is your priority, plan everything around it. Departmental exams coming earlier should be treated as practice runs, not distractions.
- Study with dates in mind, not theory blocks: If an exam is in May–June, your syllabus must be finished by April. Keep March for concepts, April for revision, and the last month only for mocks and mistakes.
- Don’t miss forms, this ends more dreams than tough questions: The moment a notification comes, fill the form the same week. Many candidates lose a full year just by missing a closing date.
- Revise what SSC actually asks, not everything: For Maths, focus more on percentages, ratio, averages, time & work, and mensuration. In Reasoning, practice series, analogy, and coding-decoding daily. For GA, give more time to static GK + last 6 months of current affairs.
- Mocks are not optional, they are the real preparation: Start full-length mocks at least 25–30 days before the exam. Don’t chase scores-check where time is being wasted and which topics are still weak.
Practicing questions from different SSC exams builds strong fundamentals and improves overall exam readiness.
| S.No. | SSC Exam PYQs |
| 1 | SSC CHSL Previous Year Questions |
| 2 | SSC CGL Tier 1 Previous Year Questions |
| 3 | SSC MTS Previous Year Questions |
| 4 | SSC GD Constable Previous Year Questions |
F5AQs
Yes, the SSC has released the exam calendar for 2026–27 on its official website, covering major exams and their tentative schedules.
No, the dates mentioned are tentative. SSC may revise them later through official notices.
The calendar includes exams such as SSC CGL, CHSL, JE, CPO, MTS, Stenographer, JHT, Selection Post, GD Constable, and departmental exams like JSA, SSA, and ASO.
Any changes or updates will be published on the official SSC website and updated in this blog accordingly.
Yes, the SSC calendar helps candidates plan preparation for multiple exams by identifying overlapping timelines and prioritizing exams.
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