SSC CHSL
Staff Selection Commission
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SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination) is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit for lower division clerk, junior secretariat assistant, data entry operator, data entry operator grade a. Selection is through Tier-I (Computer Based Examination), followed by Tier-II (Computer Based Examination, including Skill Test / Typing Test), followed by Document Verification.
SSC CHSL 2026 — Key Facts at a Glance
| Exam name | SSC CHSL — Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India |
| Latest cycle | CHSL 2025 |
| Vacancies | 3,131 |
| Posts | Lower Division Clerk, Junior Secretariat Assistant, Data Entry Operator, Data Entry Operator Grade A |
| Qualification | Class 12 (10+2) pass or equivalent from a recognised board. Data Entry Operator posts in some departments require Science with Mathematics at 12th standard. |
| Age limit | 18 to 27 years as on the cut-off date in the notice |
| Pay | Pay Level 2 to Level 4 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, roughly ₹19,900 to ₹25,500 basic |
| Application fee | ₹100 for general candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen candidates are exempted. |
| Selection stages | Tier-I (Computer Based Examination) → Tier-II (Computer Based Examination, including Skill Test / Typing Test) → Document Verification |
| Qualifying marks | UR 30%, OBC and EWS 25%, all other categories 20% |
| Negative marking | Tier-I: 0.50 mark deducted per wrong answer. Tier-II: 1 mark in Sections I and II, 0.50 in the Computer Knowledge module. |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CHSL — the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination — is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit for lower division clerk, junior secretariat assistant, data entry operator, data entry operator grade a.
SSC CHSL selection process
- Tier-I (Computer Based Examination)
- Tier-II (Computer Based Examination, including Skill Test / Typing Test)
- Document Verification
SSC CHSL exam pattern
| Stage | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-I | General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language | 100 | 200 | 60 minutes |
| Tier-II | Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning & General Intelligence, English Language, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge, plus Skill Test / Typing Test | — | — | Session I and II |
Qualifying marks
UR 30%, OBC and EWS 25%, all other categories 20%.
Negative marking
Tier-I: 0.50 mark deducted per wrong answer. Tier-II: 1 mark in Sections I and II, 0.50 in the Computer Knowledge module.
Why your score is not your raw marks
SSC conducts its Computer Based Examinations across multiple shifts with different question papers, so raw scores are normalised before shortlisting. This is why published cut offs carry five decimal places and can differ from any mark actually achievable on one paper.
What is next for SSC CHSL
CHSL 2026 — advertisement April 2026, closing May 2026, Tier-I in July–September 2026 per the SSC calendar.
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SSC CHSL vacancy for CHSL 2025?
3,131.
What is the age limit for SSC CHSL?
18 to 27 years as on the cut-off date in the notice. Relaxation is 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC and ST, and 10 to 15 years for PwBD candidates.
What qualification is required for SSC CHSL?
Class 12 (10+2) pass or equivalent from a recognised board. Data Entry Operator posts in some departments require Science with Mathematics at 12th standard.
What is the SSC CHSL application fee?
₹100 for general candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen candidates are exempted. The fee is not refundable.
Is there negative marking in SSC CHSL?
Tier-I: 0.50 mark deducted per wrong answer. Tier-II: 1 mark in Sections I and II, 0.50 in the Computer Knowledge module.
What are the qualifying marks for SSC CHSL?
UR 30%, OBC and EWS 25%, all other categories 20%. Clearing this floor does not shortlist you — you must also reach the cut off for your category.
What is the SSC CHSL selection process?
Selection is through Tier-I (Computer Based Examination), followed by Tier-II (Computer Based Examination, including Skill Test / Typing Test), followed by Document Verification.
What is the SSC CHSL salary?
Pay Level 2 to Level 4 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, roughly ₹19,900 to ₹25,500 basic, plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and Transport Allowance.
Where do I download the SSC CHSL admit card?
From the website of the SSC regional office handling your examination centre, not from the main SSC homepage. The exam city intimation appears earlier in the candidate login.
Why are SSC cut off marks shown with decimals?
Because SSC conducts the examination in multiple shifts with different papers and normalises the marks before shortlisting. Published cut offs are normalised scores, not raw marks.
Where does SSC publish SSC CHSL cut off marks?
Inside the result write-up PDF on ssc.gov.in. SSC does not issue separate cut off notices — the category-wise table sits in the opening pages of the write-up.
Do I need to register separately for SSC CHSL?
No. SSC uses a One Time Registration, and the same OTR profile is used to apply for every SSC examination.