Government jobs after 12th: complete list and exams

Several central and state government jobs accept Class 12 pass candidates. Here are the main ones (always check the latest notifications for age limits and eligibility). Staff Selection Commission (SSC) - SSC CHSL: clerical and data entry posts like LDC, JSA and DEO. - SSC GD Constable: Class 10 pass is enough for this one, for CAPFs and other forces. - SSC Stenographer: Grade C and D posts, needing shorthand skill. Defence - NDA (UPSC): officer entry, Class 12. - Agnipath / Agniveer schemes for Army, Navy and Air Force (four-year engagement). - Indian Navy and Air Force airmen/sailor entries. Railways (RRB) - RRB NTPC (undergraduate level): clerk, ticket clerk, accounts clerk and similar posts. - RRB Group D and other technical posts (some need ITI). Police and state jobs - State police constable recruitment, state subordinate service exams, and posts like patwari or forest guard (varies by state). Others - India Post Gramin Dak Sevak (based on Class 10 marks). - Some bank and insurance assistant roles need graduation, so plan ahead. Preparation tips - Most exams test reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English and general awareness. - Practise previous papers and online mocks daily. - Keep studying for a degree alongside, often through distance mode. It opens higher-level exams like SSC CGL, bank PO and UPSC. Guidopia's Career DNA can show which government roles fit your strengths best.