FAQs ssc AA post; Some asked: *Ques: I just completed my Master's degree (waiting for the result) in Archaeology/Ancient History. Am I eligible?* Ans: Crucial date for Essential Qualification (EQ) and Age Limit: Para 10.2: The Crucial date for determining of the age-limit and for possession of Essential Qualifications (EQs)/Experience will be 01-08-2025. 10.3. Before applying for the post(s), the candidates must ensure that they possess all the Essential Qualifications including Experience wherever it is prescribed as Essential Qualification and also meet the age-limit as on the crucial date mentioned in Para 10.2 above *(as mentioned in official notification of SSC 13th phase)* Means: the final result of the essential qualification (Masters) must be declared and marksheet must be issued by 31st July, 2025. Otherwise even if you qualify the written exam, you'll be rejected during the document verification procedure.