SSC as old CE 2026 notification issued for 341 vacancies applications now open at ssc-gov-in

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the release of the notification for the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2026, which will fill 341 vacancies in the Central Secretariat Service (CSS) and the Ministry of External Affairs.

Eligible candidates who are already employed in the relevant departments can submit their applications online from June 25, 2026, until July 16, 2026, via the official SSC website, provided they have completed a One-Time Registration, if necessary.

The computer-based examination is scheduled to take place in August 2026, specifically in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR). Candidates are advised to stay updated on the SSC portal for any further announcements. Notably, the answer key for the previous examination, which was anticipated to be released today, has not yet been published, prompting candidates to remain vigilant for updates regarding it.

For further details on eligibility criteria, examination format, and other relevant information, prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the official SSC notification or their website.