SSC JSA/LDC Limited Departmental Competitive Examination 2024

For Junior Secretariat Assistant/Lower Division Clerk Grade in CSCS Cadre

Brief Description

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will hold a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) for making additions to the Select List for the Junior Secretariat Assistant/Lower Division Clerk Grade. This examination is only open to eligible Multi-Tasking Staff of the Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS) cadre. The selection is based on a Computer Based Examination and an assessment of service records.

Important Dates

Online Application Dates 20/03 to 10/04/2025
Last Date for Dept. Verification 25/04/2025
Exam Date (Tentative) May-June 2025

Application Fee & Pay Scale

Application Fee NIL
Pay Level Pay Level-2
Pay Scale ₹19,900 - ₹63,200

Eligibility Criteria (Departmental Candidates Only)

Service & Age Requirement

  • Candidates must be Multi-Tasking Staff of the Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS) who have been substantively appointed or are quasi-permanent.
  • Age Limit: Must not be more than 45 years of age on 01.08.2024. Age relaxation up to 50 years is available for SC/ST candidates.

Educational Qualification

  • Must have passed the 12th standard examination from a recognized Board or equivalent.

Selection Process & Syllabus

Selection Method

  • The selection will be based on a Computer Based Examination and an evaluation of the candidate's record of service.
  • The final selection will be based on the total marks obtained in the written exam (200 marks) and the service record evaluation (100 marks).

Written Exam Syllabus (200 Marks)

  • Paper-I (100 Marks, 2 Hours): General Awareness and Comprehension & Writing Ability of English Language. This is a descriptive paper covering Essay, Noting & Drafting, and Precis writing.
  • Paper-II (100 Marks, 2 Hours): An objective type paper covering General Knowledge, Constitution of India, and General Financial & Service Rules. There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

How to Apply

  1. Applications must be submitted online only at the new SSC website: **https://ssc.gov.in**.
  2. Candidates must complete a One-Time Registration (OTR) on the new website.
  3. The application requires a live photograph captured via webcam or mobile.
  4. After filling the online application, take a printout and get it verified and forwarded by your Head of Department/Office.
  5. The verified hard copy must reach the concerned Regional Director of SSC by the specified last date.

Important Links

Apply Online Download Notification Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who is eligible to apply for this examination?

This is a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE), open only to substantively appointed or quasi-permanent Multi-Tasking Staff of the Central Secretariat Clerical Service (CSCS) cadre.

2. Is there any application fee?

No, the notification indicates that there is no application fee for this examination.

3. Is the selection based only on the written test?

No, the final selection and ranking will be based on the total marks obtained in the Computer Based Examination and the evaluation of your service records.

4. What is the maximum age to apply?

A candidate must not be more than 45 years of age as of 01.08.2024. Age relaxation is available for SC/ST candidates up to 50 years.

5. Do I need to send a hard copy of my application?

Yes. After submitting the online application, you must take a printout, get it verified and forwarded by your Head of Department/Office, and ensure it reaches the concerned Regional Director of SSC before the deadline.