Career Opportunity through SSC Exams
The staff selection commission of India was set up in 1975 with the aim to recruit man power for lower grade posts mostly group B government posts and non-technical group C jobs in various ministries and government affiliated departments. The SSC examination provided an excellent opportunity of employment to the students with a minimum qualification of 12th pass extending up to graduate level qualification who can get into any chosen line of work according to the examination they qualify. There is a vast avenue of opportunities for a candidate through SSC examination with recruitment for numerous vacancies in army, police department, customs department and various other branches and subordinates of the central ministries. Individuals having passed their 12th standard examination and between the age of 18-27 years can apply for a post through the SSC exam with a maximum of 5 years of age relaxation for the reserved categories. The examination is open to all and draws the maximum number of candidates from all over the nation. Candidates can foray into various government agencies according to the examination they qualify. The following is a brief description about the numerous career paths a candidate can take after appearing SSC.
THE COMPLETE LIST OF OPEN EXAMINATIONS AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
- Combined graduate level examination
The minimum qualification required is graduation from a state recognized university or institution. The successful candidates are placed directly with the central ministries in positions of assistants and inspectors. The pay scale is pretty good for Group A level post ranging from 9300-34800. Candidates are posted in departments like the CAG, CBDT, CBI, CBEC etc. The Group B level examination ensures entry as auditors, accountants and compilers in similar central government agencies with a pay range of 5300-20200. - Tax assistant examination
The tax assistant examination is held by SSC every year to recruit non-gazetted ministerial posts to supplement the vacancies in CBDT and CBEC. The pay band is 9300-34800 with a 107% dearness allowance making it a lucrative job for beginners. The prospects are very bright with huge scope for career growth. - Statistical Investigator examination
Candidates with proficiency in statistical analysis and general mathematics can apply for this job with posting in ministry of statistics and progamme implementation. This Group C service has a maximum pay of 5500-9000 with gradual improvement in the TA and DA. - Junior engineer (Civil and electrical)
The minimum qualification required for this technical post is a diploma in civil or electrical engineering. Candidates are posted to state electricity boards or public works departments upon successful qualification of the examination. The pay scale is 9300-34800 with a grade pay of 4200. The work is quite challenging with regular and stable payment with deputations at various fields like telecommunications and railways too. - Deputy field officers, Section officers, Sub Inspector examination
With a wide variety of options to be posted in any of the top government agencies this examination is most sought after. The postings usually happen in Audit departments, Police force, office of the cabinet secretary etc. The salary is healthy with annual increment and the job profile provides stability and respect also. - Data Entry operator and Stenographer examination
This is a Grade C and Grade D level job that requires a minimum qualification of 12th pass or matriculation in some posts. Translators also fall under the purview of SSC with similar pay scale and a grade pay of 2400. This job requires proper typing and data entry skills which can be easily acquired and the pay is also good.
THE ADDED BONUS
Apart from enviable salary packages the government of India and the various subordinate ministries and departments provide added incentives like HRA, medical allowances, insurance, telephone bills and festival bonuses also. The government employees are immune to recession and economic downturns and continue to be paid no matter what the national economic scenario is. There is a competitive chance for promotion to higher grade officer level posts with experience. Government also takes good care of its employees with holidays and travel concessions paid annually. SSC will open up a huge world of opportunities for all the potential candidates by introducing them to a well-structured form of governmental employment that not only provides a good pay but also ensures progress.
