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    SSC CHSL 2025 Exam Date Out (Tier 1), Check Exam Schedule for 3131 Posts

    The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is conducting the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination for various posts in ministries, departments, and organisations of the Government of India. The Commission has released the SSC CHSL Exam Dates 2025, providing clarity to aspirants. According to the latest schedule, the Tier-I exam has been scheduled from 12 November to 30th November 2025. Those who have applied for the CHSL posts, must check their exam city/date/shift available on the official website and download their hall tickets for the exam. Read this page for more details and updt

    SSC CHSL 2025 Exam

    The SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) Exam is a national-level competitive examination conducted every year by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). It is one of the most popular exams in India for candidates who have completed their 10+2 (Higher Secondary) and are seeking government jobs in various ministries, departments, and offices.

    Through the SSC CHSL exam, candidates are recruited for posts such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant (PA), Sorting Assistant (SA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO). These positions offer stable careers with opportunities for growth within the central government sector. The selection process usually consists of three tiers:

    • Tier 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
    • Tier 2: Computer-Based Test + Skill/Typing Test

    SSC CHSL is considered an excellent opportunity for young aspirants aiming to start their career in the government sector soon after higher secondary education. Proper preparation in reasoning, maths, general knowledge, and English is key to cracking the exam.

    During the online application window, over 30.69 lakh candidates applied for these posts, reflecting the high competition for a limited number of openings.

    SSC CHSL (10+2) 2025 Exam- Overview

    The SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level or 12th Level Exam is an annual process where candidates are selected based on their performance in Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams. Both exams are conducted in a computer-based mode. It is a good career opportunity for both male and female candidates as it offers a stable income and work-life balance. Check the major highlights of the exam below.

    SSC CHSL 2025- Overview
    Exam Name
    SSC CHSL (Staff Selection Commission-Combined Higher Secondary Level)
    Conducting Body
    Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
    Exam Level
    National Level
    Vacancy
    3131
    SSC CHSL Posts
    Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO)
    Application Mode
    Online
    SSC CHSL Selection Process
    • Tier-I: Online (CBT)
    • Tier-II: Online (CBT+ Skill Test)
    • Document Verification
    Exam Language
    English and Hindi
    Exam Helpdesk No.
    011-24361359
    Job Location
    All over India
    Official Website
    www.ssc.gov.in

    SSC CHSL 2025 Exam Date Out

    The SSC CHSL 2025 Exam has been rescheduled from 12 November to 30th November 2025. Candidates must make sure to download their SSC CHSL Admit Card 2025, which was released on 9th November 2025. Those who qualify in Tier 1, will be eligible for the Tier 2 exam. Check the complete SSC CHSL 2025 Exam Schedule here.

    Events
    Dates
    SSC CHSL 2025 Notification Release
    23rd June 2025
    Apply Online Starts
    23rd June 2025
    Last Date to Apply
    18 July 2025 (11 PM)
    Last Date to Pay the Fee
    19 July 2025 (11 PM)
    Window for Application Correction
    25 and 26 July 2025 (11 PM)
    Admit Card Release
    Released on 9th Nov 2025
    SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 Date
    12th to 30th November 2025
    December 2025
    TBA
    SSC CHSL Tier 2 2025
    February - March 2026

    Check: SSC CHSL Shift Timings 2025

    SSC CHSL 2025 Notification PDF

    The SSC has officially announced the SSC CHSL 2025 recruitment for Group C positions, including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and DEO Grade A. This year, a total of 3,131 vacancies have been released. To prepare effectively, candidates should thoroughly understand the exam pattern, syllabus, job responsibilities, salary details, and recommended preparation strategies. For complete information, the official Notification PDF can be downloaded, which contains all essential details about the SSC CHSL 2025 exam.

    SSC CHSL Notification 2025 PDF Download

    SSC CHSL Vacancy 2025

    The Commission has announced 3,131 vacancies for Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) posts. The total vacancy is distributed category-wise and post-wise, and selected candidates can be posted in any department/ministry as per the requirement. Out of the Total, 33 is for DEO post and 3098 is for LDC/JSA post. Candidates can download the attached vacancy PDF given below and check the details

    Download SSC CHSL Vacancy 2025 (Category-wise and Post-wise Distribution)

    SSC CHSL Vacancy Trends Over the Past Years

    Year
    LDC/ JSA
    PA/ SA
    DEO
    Court Clerk
    Total
    2025
    3098
    N/A
    33
    N/A
    3131
    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

    SSC CHSL 2025 Eligibility Criteria

    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.

    Nationality

    A candidate must be either:

    1. a citizen of India, or
    2. a subject of Nepal, or
    3. a subject of Bhutan, or
    4. a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania(Formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam to permanently settle in India.

    Educational Qualification (1/1/2026)

    The educational qualification varies according to the post the candidate is applying for. The educational qualification according to the vacancy applied is as follows:

    1. For Data Entry Operator (DEO) / DEO Grade ‘A’ in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Ministry of Culture, and SSC: Candidates must have passed 12th Standard (Science stream) with Mathematics from a recognized board or an equivalent qualification.
    2. For LDC / JSA and DEO / DEO Grade ‘A’ (except the DEO posts mentioned above): Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or an equivalent exam from a recognized Board or University.
    3. Candidates who are currently appearing in their 12th Standard or equivalent exam can also apply. However, they must have the required qualification by the cut-off date: 01 January 2026.

    Age Limit (1/1/2026)

    1. The age of candidates must be between 18 to 27 years.
    2. SSC CHSL Age Relaxation: As per government guidelines age relaxation in SSC CHSL is given in the table below:

    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

    Number of Attempts

    There is no limit to the number of attempts that a candidate can make in the SSC CHSL Exam. However, age limit is a factor that candidates have to be aware of. If anyone is out of the age limit, then they can not apply.

    SSC CHSL 2025 Selection Process

    SSC CHSL Selection Process consists of Tier 1, Tier 2, and Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test (for some posts), and the result is based on the result of all tiers.

    1. Candidates need to qualify for each tier to appear in the subsequent tier.
    2. The final selection list is prepared by shortlisting applicants based on their cumulative performance across the first two tiers.
    3. After qualifying both tiers, the candidates will be called for the Document Verification.
    4. Candidates will be allotted to the various departments for the posts of Data Entry Operators, Lower Divisional Clerk/JSA based on their merit and preference of post.

    SSC CHSL 2025 Exam Pattern

    The exam pattern for SSC CHSL Tier 1 and Tier 2 has been discussed below.

    SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Pattern

    The SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2025 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 marks for wrong answers.

    Sections
    No. of Questions
    Total Marks
    General Intelligence and Reasoning
    25
    50
    General Awareness
    25
    50
    Quantitative Aptitude
    25
    50
    English Language
    25
    50
    Total
    100
    200

    SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Pattern

    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 in Dept/Ministries

    Part B: Skill Test for DEOs except in Dept/Ministries

    Part C: Typing Test for LDC/ JSA

    --
    --

    15 minutes

    15 minutes

    10 minutes

    SSC CHSL Syllabus 2025- Click to Check

    SSC CHSL Salary After 7th Pay Commission

    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:

    Post Name
    Pay Level
    Pay Scale (Rs.)
    Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
    Level-2
    19,900 – 63,200
    Data Entry Operator (DEO)
    Level-4
    25,500 – 81,100
    Data Entry Operator (DEO)
    Level-5
    29,200 – 92,300
    Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’
    Level-4
    25,500 – 81,100

    SSC CHSL 2025 Typing Test

    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 standardised and fair evaluation process for candidates.

    SSC CHSL 2025 Job Profile

    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.

    SSC CHSL 2025 Application Form

    The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has closed the online application process for the CHSL examination on its official website, and candidates have to first make One Time Registration, if not done, and then proceed to the online application process. Candidates have to upload their recent photograph and signature, fill out personal information, and pay the application fee to complete the form. Also, make sure that every detail provided in the form is filled correctly.

    Documents Required to Fill Out the SSC CHSL 2025 Online Form

    1. Live Photograph
    2. Scanned signature
    3. Aadhaar card (mandatory for registration)
    4. Any valid photo ID proof
    5. 10th and 12th mark sheets/certificates (for date of birth and eligibility proof)
    6. Category certificate (if applicable – SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)
    7. Disability certificate (for PwBD candidates)
    8. Domicile certificate (if applicable)
    9. Valid email ID and mobile number for registration

    SSC CHSL 2025 Application Fee

    The amount to be paid as application fee for SSC CHSL Application process is Rs. 100/- Unreserved category. This can be paid online through Debit/Credit card, UPI, Internet banking, etc.

    Category
    Fee Amount
    General Category
    Rs. 100/-
    SC/ST/PwD/Ex-servicemen
    NIL

    SSC CHSL Online Coaching

    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.

    SSC CHSL 2025 Mock Tests

    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.

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