Instructions for the candidates to access the Sliding Framework System

To address the issue of a large number of vacancies remaining unfilled each year primarily due to candidates not appearing for Document Verification or not joining their allotted departments after selection—the SSC has introduced a Sliding Mechanism for the allocation of posts/departments to qualifying candidates. In this regard, a notice dated 03.03.2026 has already been published on the Commission’s website. This mechanism is designed to enable a single round of reallocation for unutilized vacancies and to optimize the filling of maximum vacancies in a candidatefriendly manner.

The gist of the notice dated 03.03.2026 is as below:

Objective of Sliding Mechanism

• Ensure maximum filling of vacancies in one exam cycle
• Provide fair and merit-based opportunities
• Reduce unfilled vacancies due to absenteeism/non-joining
• Introduce a single reallocation (sliding) round for unused vacancies

First Round Allocation (FRTA)

• Initial allocation based on candidate preferences (as per current system)
• Candidates must visit SSC Regional Office for Identity Verification (IV) via Aadhaar authentication

FIX and FLOAT Options

• FIX: Accept current allocation as final (no upgrade)
• FLOAT: Willingness for upgrade if better preference becomes available
• Only one sliding round will be conducted (no waiting list or multiple rounds)

Sliding Process

• Vacancies due to Identity Verification (IV) absentees will be identified
• Single sliding round for FLOAT candidates based on merit and preference
• Final result issued with updated allocations
• E-dossiers sent to departments for verification and appointment
• Final result is binding on all stakeholders

Conditions for FIX/FLOAT Candidates

• FIX candidates: No upgrade allowed; if they don’t join, vacancy moves to next cycle
• FLOAT candidates: Must join upgraded post if allotted
• Failure to join leads to loss of both old and new posts

Identity Verification (IV) Window

• A certain number of fixed days will be given for Identity Verification (IV) and exercising options
• Candidates must visit RD offices for Aadhaar authentication
• Absence during Identity Verification (IV) → candidate marked absent and excluded from further process
• No representations accepted for absence

Under this system, the First Round of Tentative Allocation (FRTA) will be carried out based on the preferences submitted by candidates, as per the existing procedure. To confirm their tentative allocation, candidates must visit the respective SSC Regional Director (RD) Office and complete Identity Verification (IV) through Aadhaar Authentication. A limited window of approximately certain days will be provided for candidates shortlisted in the FRTA to complete the IV process, including Aadhaar authentication and exercising of FIX/FLOAT options. Failure to appear within this period will result in the candidate being marked as ‘Absent’ and no representation in this regard will be entertained. Detailed instructions for accessing the sliding mechanism system are provided in Annexure-I.

During the Identity Verification stage, candidates must choose either the “FIX” or “FLOAT” option. The “FIX” option signifies acceptance of the tentatively allotted post as final, with no consideration for further up gradation. The “FLOAT” option indicates the candidate’s willingness to be considered for upgradation to a higher preference post if vacancies arise. The prescribed format for submitting this choice is attached as Annexure-II.

General Instruction for the Candidates:

Candidates shortlisted for the next stage of the examination are hereby informed that the process of Identity Verification (IV) and Post Confirmation will be conducted as per the procedure outlined below:

• Slot Booking for Identity Verification
  Candidates are required to log in to the Candidate Portal and exercise their option for selection of City/State, Date and Shift for Identity Verification, subject to availability of slots. The slot once booked shall be treated as final and no request for change shall be entertained thereafter.
• Reporting at Verification Venue
  Candidates shall report at the designated Verification Venue on the allotted Date and Shift as per the confirmed slot for completion of Identity Verification and Post Confirmation. Failure to report as scheduled may lead to cancellation of candidature.
• Mode of Identity Verification
  Identity Verification shall be conducted through multiple modes of verification to ensure authenticity of the candidate, including:
  • Live Photo Capture at the Verification Venue
  • Aadhaar-based Biometric Authentication
  • Fingerprint Matching with records available in the system Only upon successful verification through the above mechanisms shall the candidate be considered eligible for further processing.
• Documents to be Produced
  Candidates must carry the Valid Aadhar Card and print out of the slot selection confirmation slip (in original)

Candidates must ensure that all particulars furnished in the application form are correct and consistent with the documents produced at the time of verification.

The candidates are advised to bring the mobile which number is registered in application form for Aadhar OTP. If any candidate who applied through Aadhar Authenticated and failed in Aadhar Authentication during IV, his/her candidature may be cancelled and not recommended for further process.

The candidates who bypass the Aadhar Authentication during the process of application, his/her biometric will be checked with the biometric which is taken during the examination and if candidates are found failed during this process, his/her face Authentication will be matched with the photo which was taken during examination. If candidates are failed during this process his/her candidature may be cancelled and not recommended for further process.

Any discrepancy, mismatch, or submission of false information/documents shall render the candidature liable for rejection. Identity Verification and Post Confirmation shall be completed only after successful validation of identity and documents by the Verification Authorities.

The SSC will identify vacancies arising due to candidates absent during Identity Verification and conduct a single sliding round of allocation for candidates who have opted for the FLOAT option, based on merit-cum-preference. An updated final result with revised post allotments will be issued, and e-dossiers will be forwarded to User Departments for final Document Verification and appointment formalities. The final result, prepared after considering total notified vacancies, unfilled vacancies due to IV absenteeism, and FIX/FLOAT choices exercised, shall be binding on all stakeholders.

Candidates opting for the FIX option shall not be eligible for any up gradation, and in case of non-joining, the post will be carried forward to the next recruitment cycle. Candidates opting for the FLOAT option shall be considered for up gradation; however, if upgraded, they must join the newly allotted post. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of both the previously allotted and upgraded posts.

The decision of the Commission in all matters relating to verification shall be final and binding.

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