The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has recently released the SSC Calendar 2025-26 which mentions the registration dates and exam dates for all major SSC exams. One such exam is the SSC CHSL 2025 exam which is conducted to select eligible candidates for 10+2 level posts in Indian Government Ministries and Departments. Through this examination, candidates who are 12th pass get an opportunity to get a government job that offers stability and career opportunities. For FY 2025-26, SSC will release the SSC CHSL 2025 Notification on 27th May 2025 and registrations will be open till 25th June 2025. After that examination will be conducted in two stages: Tier 1 and Tier 2 computer-based exams. So, get ready to know in-depth details about the SSC CHSL (12th level) exam here.
The SSC CHSL stands for Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam which aims to hire candidates who are 12th pass or higher. This is conducted every year and for the year 2025, the total vacancies will be notified along with the release of the official notification. The selection process for 12th-level posts such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Data Entry Operator (DEO), Postal/Sorting Assistant, and Junior Secretariat Assistant includes Tier-I (CBE) and Tier-II (CBE). The exams is conducted to evaluate the knowledge and mental ability of the candidates. Those who get selected will be posted across various departments/Ministries of Indian Government and get handsome salary packages.
As mentioned above, the SSC CHSL Notification 2025 will be released on 27th May 2025 and the registration process will commence on the same day and it will continue till 25th June 2025. The notification consists of all the important details such as the latest eligibility criteria, selection process, how to apply, vacancy, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, exam center, etc. SSC releases this document to make the candidates aware of the recruitment process and what are the stages. Both freshers and experienced candidates can apply for this exam given that they are within the age limit required for this post. The official Notification PDF will be shared here after it gets released.
The SSC SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level or 12th Level Exam is an annual process candidates are selected based on their performance in Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams. Both the exams are conducted in computer-based mode. The SSC CHSL Tie 1 exam is released on its official website. Check the major highlights of the exam below.
SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025 | |
Exam Name | SSC CHSL (Staff Selection Commission-Combined Higher Secondary Level) |
Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
Exam Level | National Level |
Vacancy | To be Notified |
SSC CHSL Posts | Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant (PA), Sorting Assistant (SA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) |
Application Mode | Online |
Registration Dates | 27th May to 25th June 2025 |
SSC CHSL Exam Date 2025 | July-August 2025 |
SSC CHSL Selection Process |
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Exam Language | English and Hindi |
Exam Helpdesk No. | 011-24361359 |
Job Location | All over India |
Official Website | www.ssc.gov.in |
The dates for the SSC CHSL Notification 2025 and Tier 1 Exam dates have been announced by the officials through the SSC Calendar 2025-26. The online application process will begin on 27th May and will continue till 25th June 2025 and the CBT 1 exam exam will be conducted in July-August 2025. Check the table below for more details.
Important Dates | |
Events | Dates |
SSC CHSL 2025 Notification Release date | 27th May 2025 |
SSC CHSL 2025 Apply Online Starts | 27th May 2025 |
Onine Application Last Date | 25th June 2025 |
SSC CHSL 2025 Exam Date | July-August 2025 |
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has not yet revealed the number of vacancies to be filled this for the post of Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant (PA), Sorting Assistant (SA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO). But looking at the past year trends, we can expect the vacancies to be around 4000 (approximately). Here, is the past year trends of SSC CHSL Vacancy that was released in the year 2018 till 2024. You can take a glimpse and analyse it on your own.
Year | LDC/ JSA | PA/ SA | DEO | Court Clerk | Total |
2025 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
2024 | TBA | -- | TBA | -- | 3712 |
2023 | -- | -- | -- | NA | 1600 |
2022 | 3185 | 898 | 42 | 601 | 4726 |
2021 | 3181 | 3598 | 26 | 88 | 4893 |
2020 | 2359 | 3880 | 02 | 56 | 5789 |
2019 | 2648 | 3222 | 02 | 917 | 6789 |
2018 | 898 | 2359 | 02 | NA | 3259 |
All the aspiring candidates who are dreaming of SSC CHSL jobs will have to abide by all the SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria as decided by the SSC Commission. The candidates are advised to go through the requirements of educational qualification, age, physical standards, etc., and satisfy themselves that they are eligible for the post(s) before applying. All the aspiring candidates of SSC CHSL 2025 have to abide by all the Eligibility Criteria decided by the Commission.
A candidate must be either:
The educational qualification varies according to the post the candidate applying for. The educational qualification according to the vacancy applied is as follows:
No. | Category | Permissible age relaxation beyond the upper age limit |
01 | SC/ ST | 5 years |
02 | OBC | 3 years |
03 | Persons with Disabilities (PwD-Unreserved) | 10 years |
04 | PwD + OBC | 13 years |
05 | PwD + SC/ ST | 15 years |
06 | Ex-Servicemen | 03 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date. |
07 | Candidates who had ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 1st January 1980 to 31st December 1989. | 5 years |
08 | Defence Personnel is disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof. | 3 years |
09 | Defence Personnel is disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof (SC/ ST). | 8 years |
10 | Central Government Civilian Employees: Those who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service as of the closing date for receipt of online applications. | Up to 40 years of age |
11 | Central Government Civilian Employees: Those who have rendered not less than 3 years of regular and continuous service as of the closing date for receipt of online applications (SC/ ST). | Up to 45 years of age |
12 | Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried. | Up to 35 years of age |
13 | Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried (SC/ ST). | Up to 40 years of age |
The exam pattern for SSC CHSL Tier 1 and Tier 2 has been discussed below.
The SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2024 includes 100 questions for 200 marks, divided into four sections (25 questions, 50 marks each). The exam lasts 60 minutes, with normalization for multiple shifts. There is a negative marking of 0.5 mark for wrong answers.
Sections | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
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General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
Total | 100 | 200 |
The revised SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Pattern includes two sessions. Session I features MCQs on topics like Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English, and General Awareness. Session II involves a Typing/Skill Test to assess typing speed and computer skills. The exam tests various modules, including Computer Knowledge and Subject Expertise. There is a negative marking of 1 mark for wrong answers.
Session | Section | Modules | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
Session I (2 hours and 15 minutes) | Section 1 | Module-1 | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | 1 hour |
Module-2 | Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | |||
Section 2 | Module-1 | English Language and Comprehension | 40 | 90 | 1 hour | |
Module-2 | General Awareness | 20 | 90 | |||
Section 3 | Module-1 | Computer Knowledge Module | 15 | 45 | 15 minutes | |
Session II | Section 3 | Module-2 | Skill Test/ Typing Test Module- Part A- Skill Test for DEOs Part B: Typing Test for LDC/ JSA | -- | -- |
15 minutes 10 minutes |
SSC has modified the SSC CHSL Salary Structure for all the Posts after the 7th Pay Commission. SSC CHSL Salary structure after the implementation of the 7th Pay Commission in 2017 is given below:
SSC CHSL Salary Structure | ||||||
Post | City | Basic Pay | HRA | TA | Gross Salary | In Hand |
DEO | X | 25500 | 6120 | 3600 | 35220 | 31045 |
Y | 25500 | 4080 | 1800 | 31380 | 27205 | |
Z | 25500 | 2040 | 1800 | 29340 | 25165 | |
LDC | X | 19900 | 4776 | 1350 | 26026 | 22411 |
Court Clerk | X | 19900 | 3184 | 900 | 23984 | 20369 |
PA/SA | X | 19900 | 1592 | 900 | 22392 | 18777 |
The SSC CHSL 2025 Job Profile for the various posts offered by the Staff Selection Commission under the SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025. It is important to get familiar with the job profile which includes the roles and responsibilities.
SSC CHSL 2025 Job Profile | |
Posts | Job Profile |
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Responsible for clerical work like data entry, maintaining files, handling mail, and other routine office tasks. |
Postal Assistant (PA)/Sorting Assistant | Handles customer service, mail sorting, and managing postal records in post offices and mail departments. |
Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Focuses on data entry tasks, maintaining records, and updating databases using specialized software. |
Court Clerk | Assists in legal departments and courts by maintaining court records, scheduling hearings, and performing administrative duties. |
Module II of Section III for the SSC CHSL includes the Skill Test/Typing Test, which is conducted in Session II on the same day as the other tests. This test is qualifying, and its evaluation follows the guidelines provided on the Commission's website. Errors in the Skill Test are calculated up to 2 decimal places for accuracy assessment. The Skill Test/Typing Test is conducted according to the scheme outlined by the Commission, ensuring a standardized and fair evaluation process for candidates.
Preparation for the SSC CHSL exam requires a strategic approach and consistent effort. Begin by understanding the exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly. Focus on strengthening your basics in English, Mathematics, General Intelligence, and General Awareness. Regular practice through mock tests and previous year question papers can help candidates identify areas for improvement. Time management during the exam is crucial, so practice solving questions within the allotted time frames. Check the basic SSC CHSL Preparation Tips below.
SSC will release the SSC CHSL Result separately for both Tier 1 and Tier 2 stages after the exams is conducted. It will be released on the official website of SSC at www.ssc.gov.in. The result is usually released in a PDF format containing the names of the shortlisted candidates. Those who qualify Tier 1 will be promoted to Tier 2 and those who qualify Tier 2 will be called for Skill Test and a final merit list will be prepared on performance.
The candidates who are preparing for the SSC CHSL examination must avail SSC CHSL Online Coaching to prepare strategically. The online coaching by Adda247 provides structured classes for the candidates whether live or recorded, test papers, doubt-solving activities, study planners, etc.
The SSC CHSL Mock Test 2025 by Adda247 is designed to help candidates prepare effectively for the exam by providing practice questions based on the latest exam pattern. These tests simulate the actual exam environment, allowing candidates to assess their strengths, identify weak areas, and improve time management skills for better performance.