The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has indeed released a short notice for the Selection Post Phase XIII recruitment, announcing 2402 vacancies. The official notification and the online application process commenced today, June 2, 2025.
Here's a comprehensive overview of the SSC Selection Post Phase XIII:
Key Dates:
- Online Application Start Date: June 2, 2025
- Online Application Last Date: June 23, 2025 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment: June 23, 2025 (11:00 PM)
- Correction Window: June 24-25, 2025
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE) Dates: July 24 to August 4, 2025
- Admit Card Release: Expected shortly before the exam.
Vacancies:
The short notice indicates 2402 posts. The detailed official notification, available on the SSC website (ssc.gov.in), provides the specific breakdown of vacancies for various posts across different educational levels (Matriculation, Intermediate, and Graduate).
Eligibility Criteria (as of January 1, 2025):
- Age Limit: Generally, the age limit is between 18 and 30 years, but it can vary for specific posts, with some going up to 42 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, etc.) as per government norms. Refer to the official notification for detailed age relaxation rules.
- Educational Qualification: The required qualification depends on the post:
- Matriculation Level: Candidates must have passed Class 10th (High School) from a recognized board.
- Intermediate Level: Candidates must have passed Class 12th (Intermediate) from a recognized board.
- Graduate Level: Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- Nationality: Candidates must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, a Tibetan Refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from certain specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Application Fee:
- General/OBC Male Candidates: Rs. 100/-
- SC/ST/Female/Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted from fee payment.
- The fee can be paid online through Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
Selection Process:
The selection process typically includes:
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE): This is an online objective-type examination. There will be three separate CBEs based on the minimum educational qualification required for the post (Matriculation, Higher Secondary, and Graduation & above levels). The exam pattern consists of 100 multiple-choice questions for 200 marks, with negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
- Skill Test (if applicable): For certain posts, skill tests like typing, data entry, or computer proficiency tests will be conducted. These are qualifying in nature.
- Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification.
- Medical Examination (DME): A medical examination will be conducted as per the norms.
How to Apply:
Candidates can apply online through the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
- One-Time Registration (OTR): Candidates need to complete their One-Time Registration on the new SSC website if they haven't already, as the old OTR system is no longer functional.
- After successful registration, log in with your credentials, fill out the application form with accurate details, upload the required photograph and signature, pay the application fee (if applicable), and submit the form. It is advisable to save and print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification thoroughly on the SSC website for complete details regarding specific post requirements, syllabus, exam centers, and other important instructions.
