SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Date 2026 Out, Mains Exam on 10th April

The SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Date 2026 has been released on 9th March 2026. Applicants who qualified in the Tier 1 exam, must start preparing for the 2nd stage of the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) examination. The Tier 2 exam will be held on 10th April 2026.

Candidates are now required to appear for the Tier 2 CBT, including a skill test/Typing test. The final selection is based on the combined performance in the Tier 1 and 2 exams. Check SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam shift timings, exam pattern, admit card details, and other important updates.

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Date 2026 Out

The SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam is conducted in two sessions on the same day, where Session 1 includes objective sections and Session 2 includes the skill test or typing test. Candidates should prepare accordingly and be well-versed with the exam pattern and shift timings. Also, the SSC CHSL Tier 2 Admit Card 2026 will be available 2-3 days before the exam date.

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Date 2026 – Overview

Before we dive into the SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam date 2026 and pattern, refer to the table below for key updates and information:

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Date 2026 Overview
Exam Name	SSC CHSL 2026
Conducting Body	Staff Selection Commission
Exam Level	National Level
Posts	LDC, JSA, Data Entry Operator
Selection Process	Tier 1 CBT, Tier 2 CBT + Skill/Typing Test
SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Date 2026	10th April 2026
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test
Sessions in Tier 2	Two Sessions
Negative Marking	1 mark deducted for each wrong answer
Official Website	ssc.gov.in

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2026

The SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2026 consists of objective questions and a skill test or typing test, depending on the post applied for. The detailed exam pattern has been provided below:

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Pattern (Session 1)

Important points about the exam pattern:

Each correct answer carries 3 marks.
Negative marking of 1 mark is applicable for each wrong answer.
Questions will be available in English and Hindi, except the English language section.
Session 1 marks are used for final merit preparation.

Section	Module	Subject	Questions	Marks	Time
Section 1	Module 1	Mathematical Abilities	30	90	1 Hour
	Module 2	Reasoning & General Intelligence	30	90	1 Hour
Section 2	Module 1	English Language & Comprehension	40	120	1 Hour
	Module 2	General Awareness	20	60	1 Hour
Section 3	Module 1	Computer Knowledge Test	15	45	15 Minutes

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Skill Test / Typing Test

Session 2 of the Tier 2 exam includes the Skill Test or Typing Test, which is qualifying in nature.

Test	Post	Requirement	Duration
Skill Test	Data Entry Operator (DEO)	8000 key depressions per hour	15 minutes
Typing Test	LDC / JSA	35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi	10 minutes

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Shift Timings 2026

The SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam is conducted in two sessions on the same day. Candidates must appear for both sessions as per the schedule mentioned on their admit card.

Session	Components Covered	Exam Time	Total Duration
Session I	Section I, Section II and Module I of Section III	9:00 AM – 11:15 AM	2 Hours 15 Minutes (3 Hours for candidates using a scribe)
Session II	Module II of Section III (Skill Test / Typing Test)	2:00 PM – 2:30 PM	30 Minutes

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Admit Card 2026

The SSC CHSL Tier 2 Admit Card 2026 will be released on the official SSC website 2-3 days before the exam. Candidates will be able to download their admit cards using their registration number and date of birth. Candidates must carry the printed admit card along with a valid photo ID proof to the exam center. The admit card will contain important information such as: