SSC ASO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 341 Assistant Section Officer / Assistant Posts

By FreshersLive Team Published: 26 Jun 2026 Updated: 06 Jul 2026

SSC Recruitment 2026 - Assistant Section Officer / Assistant

SSC has released an official notification for the recruitment of Assistant Section Officer / Assistant posts (341 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 16 Jul 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

SSC Assistant Section Officer / Assistant - Overview

Organization	SSC
Post Name	Assistant Section Officer / Assistant
Total Vacancies	341
Qualification	Any Graduate
Location	New Delhi, Delhi
Salary	Rs. 44,900 - Rs. 142,400 per MONTH
Job Type	Full Time
Application Start Date	25 Jun 2026
Last Date to Apply	16 Jul 2026
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for SSC Assistant Section Officer / Assistant recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: Any Graduate. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Assistant Section Officer / Assistant position at SSC will receive a salary of Rs. 44,900 - Rs. 142,400 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Application Start Date	25 Jun 2026
Last Date to Apply	16 Jul 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for SSC Assistant Section Officer / Assistant recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: ssc.gov.in
Look for the Assistant Section Officer / Assistant recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SSC ASO Recruitment 2026 and who conducts it?

The SSC ASO Recruitment 2026 refers to the Assistant Section Officer / Assistant Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, 2025, conducted by the Staff Selection Commission. It is a promotion-based exam open only to eligible serving government employees in the CSS (DoPT) and MEA (Cadre Cell) cadres.

How many vacancies are available under SSC ASO Vacancy 2026?

A total of 341 vacancies are available - 318 in the Central Secretariat Service under DoPT and 23 in the Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell). Of the CSS vacancies, 19 are reserved for PwBD candidates.

What is the last date to apply for SSC ASO 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 16 July 2026 (up to 11:00 PM / 2300 hours). The printed hard copy must reach SSC (Northern Region), New Delhi through the Head of Department by 23 July 2026 (6:00 PM).

What is the eligibility condition for SSC ASO Limited Departmental Exam 2025?

Candidates must be serving Upper Division Clerks / Senior Secretariat Assistants in CSS (DoPT) or MEA (Cadre Cell) with at least six years of approved service in the grade as on 01 July 2025. For MEA, completion of mandatory training programmes is also required.

Is there an application fee for SSC ASO Apply Online 2026?

The notification does not specify any application fee for this Limited Departmental Competitive Examination, as it is an internal departmental exam. Candidates should refer to the official SSC notification at ssc.gov.in for confirmation.

Where will the SSC ASO exam 2026 be held?

The Computer Based Examination will be held tentatively in August 2026 at centres in Delhi-NCR only. No other centre will be allotted, and no request for change of centre will be entertained under any circumstances.

What is the exam pattern for the SSC Assistant Section Officer Exam 2026?

The exam has two parts. Part-I is a Computer Based Examination with two objective-type papers of 150 marks each (Paper-I and Paper-II), totalling 300 marks, with a duration of 3 hours each. Part-II is an evaluation of service records (APARs) for 100 marks. Total marks for final selection: 400.

What is the salary for SSC ASO post?

The SSC ASO post is at Pay Level-7 in the 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix, with a pay scale of Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 per month. It is a Group B Non-Gazetted post, and additional allowances apply as per government regulations.

Can candidates from outside the two specified cadres apply for SSC ASO Recruitment 2026?

No. This is a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination. Only officers from the Central Secretariat Service (CSS) under DoPT and the Ministry of External Affairs (Cadre Cell) are eligible to apply. General public candidates cannot apply.

What documents must be forwarded through the department for SSC ASO Apply Online 2026?

Along with the printed online application, candidates must forward a certified true copy of the first page of the Service Book, certified particulars of service, and disability certificate if applicable. These must be forwarded by the Head of Department or Head of Office to SSC (NR), New Delhi, by 23 July 2026.