The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the eligibility criteria for SSC Selection Post Phase 13 Recruitment 2025, offering opportunities to candidates who have passed Class 10, Class 12, or hold a graduate degree. Interested candidates must meet the required educational qualifications, age limits, and nationality conditions based on the post level they are applying for—Matric, Intermediate, or Graduate.
Educational Qualification
SSC Phase 13 has categorized posts into three levels based on educational qualifications:
| Post Level | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Matric | Passed 10th standard from a recognized board |
| Intermediate | Passed 12th (10+2) standard from a recognized board |
| Graduate Level | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or institution |
Age Limit for Various Posts
Candidates must be at least 18 years old. The maximum age limit varies with each post:
| Post Name Examples | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Library Attendant, Lady Medical Attendant, Driver | 18–25 Years |
| Laboratory Assistant, Cook, Veterinary Compounder | 18–27 Years |
| Junior Technical Assistant, Photographer | 18–28 Years |
| Assistant (Store), Programme Assistant | 18–30 Years |
| Staff Car Driver, Foreman | 18–35 Years |
| Senior Engine Driver | 18–37 Years |
| Master Grade I | 18–42 Years |
| Girl Cadet Instructor | 20–25 Years |
| Photographer (Some posts) | 21–25 Years |
| Instructor | 21–27 Years |
| Sound Technician | 25–30 Years |
Age Relaxation
Reserved category candidates are eligible for relaxation in the upper age limit:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deduction of service |
| Defence personnel disabled (SC/ST) | 8 years |
| Central Govt. Employees (General) | Up to 40 years |
| Central Govt. Employees (SC/ST) | Up to 45 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (General) | Up to 35 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years |
Nationality Criteria
To apply for SSC Phase 13, candidates must be:
- Citizens of India, or
- Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, or
- Tibetan refugees settled in India before January 1, 1962, or
- Persons of Indian origin who migrated from certain countries (e.g., Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, etc.) with the intent to settle permanently in India
Final Note
It is essential for all applicants to carefully verify their eligibility based on education, age, and nationality. Failing to meet any condition may lead to disqualification at any recruitment stage. Make sure to have valid documents ready for verification during the selection process.
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