SSC CDP Important Dates

Exam Schedule (Tentative)

Note: Dates mentioned below are tentative and based on previous year patterns. Candidates should refer to the official notification for exact dates.

Application Process

Examination Schedule

Detailed Timeline

Phase 1: Application Process

Month 1: Notification & Application

• Week 1: Official notification release
• Week 2-4: Online application window
• Week 4: Last date for fee payment

Month 2: Application Processing

• Week 1: Application correction window
• Week 2-3: Application processing
• Week 4: Exam center allocation

Phase 2: Examination Process

Month 3: Written Examination

• Week 1: Admit card release
• Week 2: Computer-based examination
• Week 3-4: Answer key release

Month 4: Results & PET/PST

• Week 1-2: Result declaration
• Week 3: PET/PST call letters
• Week 4: Physical tests commencement

Phase 3: Final Selection

Month 5-6: Physical Tests & Verification

• PET/PST conduct across regions
• Document verification process
• Medical examination (if required)

Month 7: Final Result

• Final merit list preparation
• Result declaration
• Allotment process

Regional Breakdown

Northern Region (NR)

• Exam Centers: Delhi, UP, Haryana, Rajasthan
• PET Centers: As per notification
• Timeline: Similar to national schedule

Eastern Region (ER)

• Exam Centers: West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, Jharkhand
• PET Centers: Regional training centers
• Timeline: May vary by 1-2 weeks

Western Region (WR)

• Exam Centers: Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa
• PET Centers: State police training centers
• Timeline: Follows national schedule

Southern Region (SR)

• Exam Centers: Tamil Nadu, Andhra, Karnataka, Kerala
• PET Centers: Regional training centers
• Timeline: May vary by 1-2 weeks

Critical Dates to Remember

Must-Remember Deadlines

1. Application Last Date: No extensions provided
2. Fee Payment Last Date: Payment after deadline not accepted
3. Correction Window: Limited period only
4. Admit Card Download: Until exam day only

Exam Day Schedule

PET/PST Schedule

State-wise Variations

Additional State Police Vacancies

Some states recruit through SSC CDP for additional vacancies:

Important Instructions

Date Changes & Updates

1. Official Sources Only

   • Check SSC official website regularly
   • Follow regional SSC websites
   • Verify from Employment News

2. No Personal Communication

   • SSC doesn’t send individual date notifications
   • No postal communication for date changes
   • Updates only through official channels

3. Preparation Planning

   • Prepare according to tentative dates
   • Have buffer time for delays
   • Keep alternative plans ready

Regional Variations

1. Different States

   • Some states may have different timelines
   • Regional factors may affect scheduling
   • Check regional notifications

2. Weather Conditions

   • Natural calamities may delay schedules
   • SSC announces revised dates
   • Regular monitoring required

Preparation Timeline Based on Dates

6-Month Preparation Strategy

Month 1: Foundation (Application period)

• Focus on syllabus coverage
• Complete basic concepts

Month 2: Concept Building (Application processing)

• Advanced topics
• Practice exercises

Month 3: Intensive Practice (Pre-exam)

• Mock tests
• Previous year papers

Month 4: Exam & Waiting (Exam month)

• Take the exam
• Start PET preparation

Month 5-6: PET Preparation & Practice

• Physical fitness training
• Document preparation

Contact Information for Date Queries

Regional Helpdesk Numbers

Email Support

• General Query: ssc-query@nic.in
• Technical Issues: webmaster@ssc.nic.in
• Regional Queries: Check regional websites

Tracking Important Dates

Official Sources

1. SSC Official Website: ssc.nic.in
2. Employment News: Weekly publication
3. Regional Websites: Respective regional SSC sites
4. Official Mobile App: SSC Mobile (if available)

Unofficial but Reliable Sources

1. Leading Educational Portals
2. Employment News Websites
3. SSC Preparation Apps
4. Official Social Media Handles