SSC Selection Post Phase 13 Results 2026 Declared; Only 2.3% Shortlisted

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has declared the Phase-13 Selection Post recruitment results for 2025, revealing that only a small fraction of the applicants have qualified for the next stage of the selection process. The result notification and shortlisted candidate data are now live on the official portal.

SSC Phase 13 Selection Post Result Highlights

The SSC Selection Post Phase 13 result covers all educational levels — matriculation (10th), higher secondary (10+12) and graduation and above. A combined total of around 29,39,401 candidates had applied for these posts, reflecting significant interest in government job opportunities. However, only about 67,543 candidates — roughly 2.3% of total applicants — have been shortlisted.

Level-wise shortlisted candidates:

• Matriculation level: 12,09,332 applied — 17,720 shortlisted
• Higher Secondary (10+12) level: 7,08,219 applied — 14,768 shortlisted
• Graduation and above level: 10,21,850 applied — 35,055 shortlisted

The significantly low shortlist percentage has drawn attention across competitive exam communities and among job aspirants.

Cut-Off and Qualifying Criteria

SSC has normalised marks for the Phase 13 Selection Post examination and set different qualifying standards based on category:

• Unreserved: Minimum 30%
• OBC & EWS: Minimum 25%
• SC, ST & Others: Minimum 20%

The commission will upload the final answer key and response sheets for this examination on its official website shortly, along with further cut-off details and category-wise marks.

What Next for Shortlisted Candidates?

Shortlisted candidates will now move to the next stage of recruitment, which may include document verification and further selection steps as per SSC’s standard process. Aspirants should regularly check the official SSC website ssc.gov.in for updates on subsequent stages and instructions.

Background of the Phase 13 Exam

The Phase 13 Selection Post exam was conducted over multiple sessions in 2025. Several shifts faced delays and rescheduling due to technical and administrative issues, which triggered concerns among candidates throughout the process. Candidates who have qualified are advised to prepare for the next stages, while others may review the upcoming SSC notifications regarding future opportunities and examinations.