SSC Announces Crucial Updates for JE and CHSL 2025-26 Examinations
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has rolled out a series of significant announcements for candidates preparing for the Junior Engineer (JE) and Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) examinations for the 2025–26 cycle. These updates encompass exam schedules, document release timelines, answer key publications, and revised scribe facility procedures, aiming to streamline the examination process for aspirants.
Exam City Slip and Admit Card Schedule for JE Paper-II and CHSL Tier-II
The commission has detailed the schedule for exam city intimation slips and admit cards for two key upcoming exams. For the Junior Engineer Paper-II examination, scheduled to be conducted on April 7, 2026, the city slip will be made available on March 27, 2026, followed by the admit card release on April 4, 2026.
Similarly, for the CHSL Tier-II exam, set for April 10, 2026, candidates can access their city slip starting April 1, 2026, with the admit card becoming available on April 7, 2026. It is imperative for candidates to download these documents within the specified timelines to avoid any last-minute complications.
Important Note: The exam city slip serves solely for advance information purposes and will not be accepted as an entry document at the examination center. Candidates must present their official admit card for entry.
Final Answer Keys and Marks Released for JE Paper-I
In a move to enhance transparency, SSC has uploaded the final answer keys, along with question papers and individual response sheets, for the Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical) Examination 2025 (Paper-I). This follows the earlier declaration of results on March 6, 2026.
Candidates can now access their response sheets and scorecards by logging into the official SSC portal using their roll number and password. This facility will be active from March 23, 2026 (6:00 PM) to April 6, 2026 (6:00 PM). Both qualified and non-qualified candidates are encouraged to check their marks during this period.
The commission has explicitly advised candidates to download and take printouts of their final answer keys and scorecards, as these documents will not be accessible after the deadline, and no subsequent requests will be entertained.
Revised Scribe Facility Registration and Guidelines
SSC has issued updated instructions regarding the ‘own scribe’ facility, introducing a mandatory re-registration process linked with Aadhaar authentication. All earlier scribe registrations completed before November 5, 2025, have been cancelled, necessitating fresh registration on the SSC website.
Candidates opting for this facility must map their scribe’s registration number within the stipulated deadlines:
- For JE Paper-II: April 3, 2026 (11 PM)
- For CHSL Tier-II: April 5, 2026 (11 PM)
The scribe entry pass will only be generated upon successful mapping. Additionally, SSC has clarified that the permissible age limit for scribes will adhere to the updated policy, while other existing guidelines remain unchanged.
These comprehensive updates from SSC are designed to ensure a smooth and organized examination process for all JE and CHSL aspirants. Candidates are urged to stay informed and adhere to all deadlines to facilitate their participation in these critical recruitment exams.
