SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIII/2025 Notification: Golden Opportunity for 2423 Government Jobs!

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SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIII/2025: Your Gateway to a Central Government Career

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the much-awaited SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIII/2025 recruitment drive, inviting online applications from eligible candidates for a wide array of posts across various Central Government Ministries/Departments/Offices. This notification, Advertisement No. Phase-XIII/2025/Selection Posts, brings forth a substantial 2423 tentative vacancies, offering a promising career path for individuals with educational qualifications ranging from Matriculation to Graduation and above. The online application window is open from June 2, 2025, to June 23, 2025. This is a significant opportunity for aspirants seeking stable and rewarding jobs in the government sector.

About the Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is a premier government body under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, responsible for recruiting staff for various posts in the ministries and departments of the Government of India and in subordinate offices. The Commission ensures a fair and transparent selection process, striving to have a workforce that reflects gender balance, and women candidates are encouraged to apply.

  • Hiring Body: Staff Selection Commission, Government of India 
  • Total Posts: 2423 (Tentative) 
  • Location: All India Service Liability (AISL) – candidates can be posted anywhere in India.

SSC Selection Posts Vacancy Breakdown 2025

The SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIII/2025 notification has advertised a total of 2423 tentative vacancies spread across various regions and post categories. The vacancies cater to different educational levels: Matriculation, Higher Secondary (10+2), and Graduation & above. SSC has notified several vacancies through this recruitment exam, few posts are listed below for understanding –

RegionPost NameTotal Vacancies (Illustrative)
Central Region (CR)CANTEEN ATTENDANT13
Central Region (CR)JUNIOR ENGINEER (QUANTITY SURVEYING AND CONTRACTS)114
Eastern Region (ER)SCIENTIFIC ASSISTANT8
Karnataka, Kerala Region (KKR)UPPER DIVISION CLERK41
Madhya Pradesh Region (MPR)ASSISTANT ARCHAEOLOGICAL CHEMIST41
North Eastern Region (NER)GIRL CADET INSTRUCTOR (GCI)18
Northern Region (NR)ACCOUNTS & STATISTICAL ASSISTANT6
North Western Region (NWR)SURVEYOR197
Southern Region (SR)UPPER DIVISION CLERK9
Western Region (WR)MTS73
CR/ ER/ KKR/ MPR/ NER/ NR/ NWRSeveral Other Vacancies———-
Total2423

SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIII Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria before applying to ensure they meet all requirements for the specific post(s) they are interested in. The crucial date for determining age limit and possession of Essential Qualifications (EQs)/Experience is August 1, 2025.

Educational Qualification (EQ):

  • The minimum educational qualification varies for each post. There will be separate Computer Based Examinations for posts with minimum EQs of:
    • Matriculation Level 
    • Higher Secondary (10+2) Level 
    • Graduation & above Level 
  • Candidates must possess the EQ as mentioned against each post in Annexure-III of the notification.
  • The result of the qualifying examination must have been declared by the Institute/University on or before the cut-off date (01.08.2025).

Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025):

  • The age limit for each category of post is specified in the Post-details of Annexure-III.
  • General age limits for various posts include ranges like 18-25 years, 18-27 years, 18-30 years, 20-25 years, etc.. For instance:
    • For posts with age limit 18-25 years: Born not earlier than 02-08-2000 and not later than 01-08-2007.
    • For posts with age limit 18-30 years: Born not earlier than 02-08-1995 and not later than 01-08-2007.
  • Age Relaxation: Permissible age relaxation beyond the upper age limit is available for various reserved categories:
    • SC/ST: 5 years 
    • OBC: 3 years 
    • PwBD (Unreserved): 10 years 
    • PwBD (OBC): 13 years 
    • PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years 
    • Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 03 years after deduction of military service.
    • Central Govt. Civilian Employees (CGCE) (Group C): Up to 40 years of age (conditions apply). CGCE age relaxation is not applicable for Group ‘B’ posts.
    • Widows/Divorced Women/Women judicially separated and not remarried: Up to 35 years (UR), Up to 40 years (SC/ST).
  • The crucial date for claiming SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/ESM status, fee concession, and reservation, where not specified otherwise, will be August 1, 2025.

SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIII Important Dates 2025

Mark your calendars with these crucial dates for the SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIII/2025 examination:

EventDate(s)
Advertisement No.Phase-XIII/2025/Selection Posts
Dates for submission of online applications02.06.2025 to 23.06.2025 (Up to 2300 Hrs.) 
Last date and time for receipt of online applications23.06.2025 (Up to 2300 Hrs.) 
Last date and time for making online fee payment24.06.2025 (Up to 2300 Hrs.) 
Dates of ‘Window for Application Form Correction’ (including online payment)28.06.2025 to 30.06.2025 (Up to 2300 Hrs.) 
Dates of Computer Based Examination (Tentative)24th July – 04th August 2025 
Crucial date for Age-Limit, EQ, Experience, Reservations01.08.2025 

Salary & Benefits for SSC Selection Posts

Selected candidates will be appointed to posts with varying pay scales, ranging from Level 1 to Level 8 of the Pay Matrix, depending on the post category. In addition to the basic pay, employees are entitled to various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other benefits as per Central Government norms. These posts carry All India Service Liability (AISL).

SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIII Selection Process 2025

The recruitment process for SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIII/2025 involves the following stages:

  1. Computer Based Examination (CBE):
    • There will be three separate CBEs for posts with minimum EQs of Matriculation, Higher Secondary (10+2), and Graduation & above levels.
    • The examination will consist of Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions.
    • Subjects include General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill for Matriculation, broader scope for others), and English Language (Basic Knowledge for Matriculation, broader scope for others).
    • Each subject will have 25 questions, carrying 50 marks each, totaling 100 questions and 200 marks.
    • The total duration is 60 minutes (80 minutes for candidates eligible for scribes).
    • There will be a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
    • Marks scored in the CBE, if conducted in multiple shifts, will be normalized.
    • The CBE will be conducted in Hindi and English only.
    • Indicative syllabi for Matriculation, Higher Secondary, and Graduation & above levels are provided in the notification (Para 15.8).
  2. Skill Tests (if applicable):
    • Skill Tests like Typing/Data Entry/Computer Proficiency Test, etc., where prescribed in the Essential Qualification, will be conducted[cite:4 291]. These will be of a qualifying nature unless specified otherwise.
  3. Scrutiny of Documents:
    • Candidates will be shortlisted for the next stage of scrutiny based on their scores in the CBE in a ratio depending on the number of vacancies (e.g., 1:30 for up to 5 vacancies, 1:15 for more than 5 vacancies, subject to a minimum of 150).
    • Shortlisted candidates will be required to upload self-attested copies of all supporting documents (EQ, Experience, Category, Age, etc.) on the SSC website.
  4. Document Verification (DV):
    • All qualified candidates found eligible at the Scrutiny Stage will be called for Document Verification by the User Department concerned.
    • Original documents will be verified at this stage.

Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBE (Normalized Scores):

  • Unreserved (UR): 30% 
  • OBC/EWS: 25% 
  • Other Categories: 20% 

Candidates scoring less than these cut-off marks will not be considered for the next stage.

How to Apply for SSC Selection Posts Phase-XIII 2025

Candidates must submit their applications online through the official SSC website or via the mySSC mobile application (downloadable from Google Play Store). The process involves two main parts: One-Time Registration (OTR) and filling the online application form.

Part A: One-Time Registration (OTR)

  1. Candidates who have not generated their OTR on the new SSC website must do so. Old OTRs from ssc.nic.in are not valid.
  2. Click on “Login or Register” on the SSC website.
  3. Provide basic details: Mobile Number, Email ID, Aadhaar Number (or alternative ID), Matriculation details, etc.
  4. Aadhaar Based Authentication: Candidates are advised to opt for Aadhaar Based Authentication during OTR. This offers benefits like non-rejection of applications based on photograph/signature standards and no need to carry physical photos/ID to the exam hall if authenticated. Candidates not opting for Aadhaar authentication need to upload specific documents for OTR.
  5. Create a password and provide additional details (Category, Nationality, Address, etc.).
  6. Complete the declaration and submit the OTR form after OTP verification.
  7. The OTR must be completed within 14 days of saving basic details, or the data will be deleted.

Part B: Filling the Online Application Form

  1. Login with your Registration Number and Password.
  2. Click the “Apply” link under “Phase-XIII/2025/Selection Posts Examination” in the “Live Examination” tab.
  3. Information from Sl. No. 1 to 18 will be auto-filled from your OTR (can be edited via “Edit Registration Details” on the dashboard if needed).
  4. Fill in details regarding Ex-Servicemen status (if applicable), Government Employee status (if applicable), preference for Examination Centers (up to three). Note: Preference of Examination Centre, once opted in the first application, will be frozen for all subsequent applications across regions.
  5. Provide details related to PwBD status and scribe requirements, if applicable.
  6. Select the Region and Post Code you are applying for. The Post Name and Level of Post will be auto-displayed.
  7. Confirm possession of Essential Qualification and Experience for the selected post.
  8. Indicate if seeking age relaxation and select the appropriate code.
  9. Live Photograph Capture: The application module is designed to capture a real-time photograph of the candidate.
    • Ensure good light and a plain background.
    • Camera should be at eye level; look straight ahead.
    • Face should be fully inside the delineated area, not too close or far.
    • Do not wear a cap, mask, or glasses/spectacles.
    • Do not capture a photograph of a pre-existing photograph; such applications will be rejected (unless Aadhaar authenticated).
  10. Upload Scanned Signature:
    • JPEG/JPG format, 10 to 20 KB.
    • Image dimension: approximately 6.0 cm (Width) x 2.0 cm (Height).
    • Blurred/miniature signatures will lead to rejection (unless Aadhaar authenticated).
  11. Preview the application carefully before final submission.
  12. Agree to the declaration and submit the application.
  13. Proceed to pay the application fee if not exempted.
  14. Take a printout of the successfully submitted application form for your records.

Candidates wishing to apply for more than one post must apply separately for each category of post and pay the fee for each.

Application Fees for SSC Selection Posts 2025

  • Fee Payable: ₹100/- (Rupees One Hundred only).
  • Payment Mode: Online only through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, RuPay Credit/Debit cards.
  • Exemptions:
    • Women candidates.
    • Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC).
    • Scheduled Tribes (ST).
    • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
    • Ex-Servicemen (ESM) eligible for reservation.
  • Last Date for Online Fee Payment: June 24, 2025 (Up to 2300 Hrs.).
  • Fees once paid will not be refunded or adjusted under any circumstances. Fee must be paid separately for each post category applied for.

Window for Application Form Correction

  • A window for application form correction will be available from June 28, 2025, to June 30, 2025 (Up to 2300 Hrs.).
  • Candidates can correct/modify online application parameters and re-submit applications.
  • A candidate can make corrections and re-submit the application twice during this window.
  • Correction Charges:
    • ₹200 for the first re-submission.
    • ₹500 for the second re-submission.
    • These charges are applicable to all candidates, irrespective of gender/category, and are non-refundable.
  • Only those candidates whose completed online applications (with fee, if applicable) were received within the initial specified period can use this facility.

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