Official Notification Summary: Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Department of Personnel & Training, Government of India, has officially released the Computer Based Examination (CBE) Admission Certificate (Admit Card) on 14th September 2026 for the Selection Posts Phase-XIV recruitment notified under Advertisement No. Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts (File No. HQ-RHQS015/1/2026/C-4). The nationwide Computer Based Examination will be conducted from 16th September to 26th September 2026 in 3 shifts per day across three distinct educational tiers: Matriculation, Higher Secondary (10+2), and Graduation & above levels. Registered candidates can now download their regional e-Admission Certificate directly through the centralized SSC candidate portal (ssc.gov.in) using their Registration Number and Password. Mandatory Aadhaar-linked Biometric Authentication will be enforced at all test centers. Check the complete shift schedules, negative marking rules, syllabus distribution, and exam hall instructions detailed below.
| SSC Selection Posts Phase 14 (Phase-XIV/2026): Official Recruitment Overview | |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Department of Personnel & Training, Govt. of India |
| Official Advertisement Identifier | Advertisement No. Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts (File No. HQ-RHQS015/1/2026/C-4) |
| Educational Qualification Levels | Matriculation Level (10th Pass), Higher Secondary (10+2) Level, and Graduation & Above Levels |
| Examination Stage | 1st Stage Computer Based Examination (CBE) – Multiple Choice Questions |
| Admission Certificate Release Date | 14th September 2026 (Live Now) |
| Computer Based Examination Dates | 16th September 2026 to 26th September 2026 (Conducted in 3 Daily Shifts) |
| Total Questions & Marks | 100 Questions – 200 Maximum Marks (2.0 Marks per Correct Answer) |
| Total Allotted Duration | 60 Minutes (with 15-Minute Sectional Timer per Part; 80 Minutes for Scribe PwBD) |
| Negative Marking Policy | Yes – 0.50 Marks deducted for every incorrect answer (Clause 15.2) |
| Entry Verification Protocol | Mandatory Aadhaar-Linked Biometric Authentication at Test Centre (Clause 16.8) |
| Official Recruitment Notice PDF | Notice of RHQ 2026 Phase XIV PDF |
| Official Admit Card Login Portal | ssc.gov.in/login |
1. SSC Phase 14 Official Exam Pattern & Marks Distribution (Phase-XIV/2026)
As stipulated under Clause 15.1 of the Detailed Notice of Phase-XIV/2026/Selection Posts, there will be three separate Computer Based Examinations (CBE) of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions for posts with minimum educational qualifications of Matriculation Level, Higher Secondary (10+2) Level, and Graduation & above Levels. The composite test paper contains 100 Questions carrying 200 Marks, with an overall duration of 60 minutes (with an individual sectional timer of 15 minutes for each part):
- Part A – General Intelligence (25 Questions – 50 Marks): Verbal and non-verbal reasoning, analogies, similarities and differences, spatial visualization, spatial orientation, problem solving, analysis, visual memory, discriminating observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, figural classification, arithmetic number series, coding-decoding, statement-conclusion, and syllogistic reasoning.
- Part B – General Awareness (25 Questions – 50 Marks): Current events of national and international importance, India and neighbouring countries, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity including Indian Constitution, and Scientific Research up to standard level.
- Part C – Quantitative Aptitude / Basic Arithmetic Skills (25 Questions – 50 Marks): Number systems, computation of whole numbers, decimals, fractions, relationships between numbers, percentages, ratio and proportion, square roots, averages, interest (simple & compound), profit & loss, discount, partnership, mixture & alligation, time & distance, time & work, basic algebra, geometry, mensuration, and trigonometry.
- Part D – English Language / Basic Knowledge (25 Questions – 50 Marks): Understanding of basic English, vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms, idiom usage, error detection, and reading comprehension passages.
| Section / Test Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Marking Scheme & Sectional Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A: General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | +2.0 for Correct | -0.50 for Wrong (15 Mins) |
| Part B: General Awareness | 25 | 50 | +2.0 for Correct | -0.50 for Wrong (15 Mins) |
| Part C: Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | +2.0 for Correct | -0.50 for Wrong (15 Mins) |
| Part D: English Language | 25 | 50 | +2.0 for Correct | -0.50 for Wrong (15 Mins) |
| Grand Total (Composite CBE Paper) | 100 Questions | 200 Marks | Duration: 60 Minutes (80 Mins for Scribe PwBD) |
2. SSC Phase 14 Exam Shift Timings & Gate Closing Schedule (16 to 26 September 2026)
The Computer Based Examination for SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIV is organized in 3 shifts each day across examination venues nationwide from 16th September to 26th September 2026. Candidates must strictly reach the allotted venue as per the reporting schedule printed on their Admission Certificate. Entry will be strictly disallowed after Gate Closing Time under any circumstances:
| Exam Shift | Reporting Time | Gate Closing Time | Exam Commencement Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 (Morning Shift) | 07:30 AM | 08:30 AM | 09:00 AM – 10:00 AM (60 Mins) |
| Shift 2 (Afternoon Shift) | 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM (60 Mins) |
| Shift 3 (Evening Shift) | 03:30 PM | 04:30 PM | 05:00 PM – 06:00 PM (60 Mins) |
3. Step-by-Step Guide to Download SSC Phase 14 Admit Card 2026 via ssc.gov.in
The e-Admission Certificate is accessible through the unified Staff Selection Commission candidate login interface. Follow these steps to download your hall ticket:
Step 1: Open the Official SSC Candidate Login Portal
Navigate directly to the official Commission login webpage: https://ssc.gov.in/login or access the "Admit Card" navigation tab on ssc.gov.in.
Step 2: Enter Registration Number & Password
In the candidate authentication fields, enter your Registration Number and Password. Enter the Captcha verification characters accurately and click on "Login".
Step 3: Access the "Phase-XIV/2026 Admission Certificate" Tab
Once logged in, open the "Admission Certificate / Admit Card" section from the candidate dashboard menu. Select the applied educational tier (Matriculation, Higher Secondary, or Graduate level).
Step 4: Download PDF and Take Printout
Click on the download button to generate the SSC Phase 14 Admit Card PDF. Print at least 2 clear copies on standard A4 paper. Note: 'Common Candidates' who applied for multiple educational levels must download separate admit cards for each level.
4. Mandatory Aadhaar-Linked Biometric Authentication & Exam Hall Guidelines
As highlighted in Para 16.8 and Para 19.3 of the Phase-XIV/2026 Notice, the Staff Selection Commission enforces strict identity verification and anti-malpractice protocols across all test centers:
Aadhaar-enabled biometric verification (fingerprint and facial capture) will be conducted at exam centre entry and inside the test lab. Candidates who could not complete Aadhaar-based authentication during online application are required to report at the test centre two (02) hours before the exam start for manual verification.
- Printed copy of the SSC Phase 14 Admission Certificate (Admit Card).
- At least two (02) recent passport-size colour photographs (matching the photograph submitted/captured during online application).
- Original Valid Photo Identity Card with Date of Birth clearly printed: Original Aadhaar Card / e-Aadhaar printout, Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card, Passport, or Govt Employer ID.
- In case Photo ID does not have Date of Birth, an original supporting certificate (Matriculation Certificate / Marksheet or Birth Certificate) is strictly compulsory.
- Valid Medical Certificate / Scribe Undertaking (Annexure-IA / IIA) for eligible PwD/PwBD candidates availing scribe assistance.
Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches, digital fitness bands, calculators, pen drives, earphones, metallic ornaments, charms, belts, wallets, and bags are strictly prohibited inside the test premises. No facility for safe-keeping will be arranged by SSC or exam centres.
5. Post-Wise Selection Process, Common Candidate Rules & Scrutiny Criteria (Phase-XIV)
As outlined in Para 17 and Para 19 of the Detailed Notice of Phase-XIV/2026, selection for SSC Selection Posts proceeds through multi-stage statutory evaluation:
| Educational Qualification Level | Exam Level Standard | Selection Stages | Subsequent Scrutiny & Skill Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matriculation Level Posts | 10th Standard Level | CBE → Online Scrutiny → Skill Test (if applicable) → DV by User Dept | Shortlisting Ratio 1:30 (≤5 posts) / 1:15 (>5 posts) |
| Higher Secondary (10+2) Posts | 12th Standard Level | CBE → Online Scrutiny → Typing/Data Entry (if required) → DV | Typing / DEO Skill Test (Qualifying nature where prescribed) |
| Graduation & Above Level Posts | Degree / PG Level | CBE → Online Scrutiny → Technical Skill / CPT → DV by User Dept | 100% Normalized CBE Merit + Essential Qualification Scrutiny |
| Common Candidates Exam Provision (Para 19.5 – 19.6) | Candidates applying for multiple posts in the same EQ level appear ONLY ONCE for that level. Marks are shared across all applied categories. | ||
6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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