SSC CHSL 2026 Exam Centre List: Regional Codes & Application Guide

The Staff Selection Commission has officially released the updated exam centre list for the SSC CHSL 2026 examination. With the inclusion of new cities and the removal of certain previous locations, candidates must review the updated regional distribution carefully before finalizing their application.

Understanding SSC Regional Coverage

The SSC organizes its operations across nine distinct regions in India. Each region is responsible for overseeing the administrative and logistical aspects of the examination process, including centre allocation.

• Central Region (CR): Bihar and Uttar Pradesh
• Eastern Region (ER): Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Jharkhand, Odisha, Sikkim and West Bengal
• Karnataka-Kerala Region (KKR): Lakshadweep, Karnataka and Kerala
• Madhya Pradesh Region (MPR): Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh
• North Eastern Region (NER): Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura
• Northern Region (NR): Delhi, Rajasthan and Uttarakhand
• North Western Sub-Region (NWR): Chandigarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh and Punjab
• Southern Region (SR): Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and Telangana
• Western Region (WR): Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, Goa, Gujarat and Maharashtra

SSC Regions and States/UTs Covered

Key Changes in 2026 Examination Centres

Several adjustments have been made to the venue list for the 2026 cycle. Candidates should note that locations like Rourkela, Asansol, and Jodhpur have been removed, while new options such as Chapra and Malappuram have been integrated.

How to Select SSC CHSL Exam Centre 2026

1. Visit the official SSC website and start the SSC CHSL 2026 application process.
2. Enter the required personal, educational and other details.
3. In the application form, select the preferred examination centre from the available choices.
4. Select the centre carefully according to convenience and travel requirements.
5. Check the selected centre and other application details before submitting the form.
6. Submit the application form and pay the applicable fee, if required.
7. Save the submitted application form for future reference.

Finalizing Your Venue Allocation

While the Commission invites candidates to express their preferences, the final allocation is subject to seat availability and administrative feasibility. Once you have submitted your application, prepare for the upcoming Tier 1 and Tier 2 stages by keeping your application registration ID secure. Watch for official notifications regarding admit card release dates, as these will confirm your assigned exam centre.