SSC CHSL Notification 2025: An Overview
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the much-awaited SSC CHSL 2025 Notification, bringing great news for aspirants seeking government jobs after the 12th standard. The commission has announced approximately 3131 tentative vacancies for Group C posts, including Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operators (DEO) across various central government ministries, departments, and offices. The online application process begins on 23rd June 2025 and will conclude on 18th July 2025. This article provides a comprehensive guide covering every detail of the SSC CHSL 2025 recruitment drive, from eligibility and important dates to the selection process and syllabus.
SSC CHSL 2025: Organization and Post Details
The SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) examination is a prestigious national-level exam conducted annually by the Staff Selection Commission. It serves as a gateway for recruitment to various subordinate service roles in the Government of India.
- Hiring Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Examination Name: Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2025
- Number of Posts: Approximately 3131 (Tentative)
- Name of Posts:
- Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’
- Job Location: Across India
SSC CHSL Vacancy 2025: Post-wise Breakdown
The SSC has announced an estimated 3131 vacancies for the CHSL 2025 examination. The exact post-wise and category-wise distribution will be finalized and updated on the official SSC website in due course.
| Post Name | Tentative Vacancies |
|---|---|
| LDC / JSA, DEO, DEO Grade ‘A’ | Approx. 3131 |
Candidates are advised to regularly check the ‘Candidate’s Corner’ section on the SSC website for the final vacancy list.
SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria 2025: Age Limit & Education
Before applying, candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria regarding educational qualifications and age limits to ensure they qualify for the examination. The crucial cut-off date for determining age and educational qualifications is 1st January 2026.
Educational Qualification (as on 01-01-2026)
- For Data Entry Operator (DEO)/ DEO Grade ‘A’ in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Ministry of Culture, and Staff Selection Commission: Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent.
- For LDC/JSA and DEO/DEO Grade ‘A’ (in all other departments/ministries): Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
- Candidates who are appearing for their 12th-grade exams can also apply, provided they possess the essential qualification on or before the cut-off date of 01-01-2026.
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
- The required age limit for the posts is 18 to 27 years.
- This means candidates must have been born not earlier than 02-01-1999 and not later than 01-01-2008.
Permissible upper age relaxation is provided for various reserved categories as per government norms:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD (Unreserved): 10 years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years after deduction of military service
- Defence Personnel disabled in operation: 3 years
- Defence Personnel disabled in operation (SC/ST): 8 years
- Widows/Divorced Women/Judicially separated women (not remarried): Up to 35 years of age
- Widows/Divorced Women/Judicially separated women (SC/ST, not remarried): Up to 40 years of age
SSC CHSL 2025 Exam: Important Dates & Schedule
Staying updated with the timeline is crucial for any applicant. Here are the key dates for the SSC CHSL 2025 examination:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 23-06-2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 23-06-2025 |
| Online Application End Date | 18-07-2025 (23:00) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 19-07-2025 (23:00) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 23-07-2025 to 24-07-2025 (23:00) |
| Tier-I Exam Date (CBE) | 08-09-2025 to 18-09-2025 |
| Tier-II Exam Date (CBE) | February-March 2026 (Tentative) |
SSC CHSL Salary 2025: In-Hand Pay Scale & Benefits
The posts offered through the SSC CHSL exam come with attractive salary packages, allowances, and benefits as per the 7th Pay Commission.
SSC CHSL Post-wise Salary 2025
| Post Name | Pay Level & Pay Scale (INR) |
|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / 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) |
Apart from the basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to various allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA), making the overall compensation package very lucrative.
SSC CHSL Selection Process 2025: Tier-I & Tier-II Exam
The SSC CHSL 2025 selection process is a multi-stage procedure designed to test the comprehensive skills of the candidates. The process consists of two main tiers:
- Tier-I: A computer-based objective multiple-choice examination.
- Tier-II: A computer-based examination conducted in two sessions. It includes objective tests and a skill/typing test.
- Document Verification: Conducted by the user departments/ministries after the final result declaration for the successful candidates.
Final selection is based on the overall performance in the Tier-II examination, subject to qualifying all its sections.
SSC CHSL Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025 (Tier-I & Tier-II)
A thorough understanding of the syllabus and exam pattern is the first step toward effective preparation.
Tier-I Exam Pattern
The Tier-I exam is a qualifying stage, and marks will be normalized. There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer. Total Time – 60 Minutes (80 mins for scribes). Pattern:
| Part | Subject (Basic Knowledge) | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | English Language | 25 | 50 |
| II | General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| III | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| IV | General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Tier-I Syllabus
- English Language: Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Homonyms, Antonyms, Spellings/Detecting Mis-spelt words, Idioms & Phrases, One-word substitution, Improvement of Sentences, Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect narration, Shuffling of Sentence parts, Cloze Passage, Comprehension Passage.
- General Intelligence: Semantic and Symbolic Analogy, Trends, Figural Analogy, Space Orientation, Venn Diagrams, Symbolic/Number Classification, Drawing inferences, Figural Classification, Punched hole/pattern-folding & unfolding, Semantic and Number Series, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Word Building, Coding and de-coding.
- Quantitative Aptitude:
- Number Systems: Whole Number, Decimal and Fractions, Relationship between numbers.
- Fundamental Arithmetical Operations: Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest (Simple and Compound), Profit and Loss, Discount, Time and distance, Time and work.
- Algebra: Basic algebraic identities, Graphs of Linear Equations.
- Geometry: Elementary geometric figures and facts, Triangles, Circles and its chords, tangents.
- Mensuration: Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circle, Prism, Cone, Cylinder, Sphere.
- Trigonometry: Ratios, Complementary angles, Height and distances, Standard Identities.
- Statistical Charts: Use of Tables and Graphs (Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar-diagram, Pie-chart).
- General Awareness: Questions on current events, India and its neighboring countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy, and Scientific Research.
Tier-II Exam Pattern
The Tier-II exam is crucial for the final merit list. There is a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I, Section-II, and Section-III.
| Session | Section & Module | No. of Questions / Max. Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Session-I (2 hrs 15 mins) | Section-I – Module A: Mathematical Abilities | 30 / 90 |
| Section-I – Module B: Reasoning & General Intelligence | 30 / 90 | |
| Section-II – Module A: English Language & Comprehension | 40 / 120 | |
| Section-II – Module B: General Awareness | 20 / 40 | |
| Section-III – Computer Knowledge Test (Qualifying) | 15 / 45 | |
| Session-II (25 Minutes) | Section IV – Skill Test/Typing Test (Qualifying) | |
| Part A: Skill Test for DEOs | – | |
| Part C: Typing Test for LDC/JSA | – |
Tier-II Syllabus
The syllabus for Tier-II is more comprehensive:
- Mathematical Abilities: Topics include Number Systems, Fundamental arithmetical operations, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, and Statistics & Probability.
- Reasoning and General Intelligence: Includes both verbal and non-verbal types, covering a wide range of topics like Semantic Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Critical Thinking, and Problem-Solving.
- English Language and Comprehension: Focuses on Vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, and comprehension skills tested through passages.
- General Awareness: Similar to Tier-I but with potentially deeper questions on History, Culture, Geography, Economics, General Policy, and Scientific Research.
- Computer Proficiency: Computer Basics (CPU, I/O devices, memory), Software (Windows, MS Office), Working with Internet and e-mails, and Basics of networking and cyber security.
How to Apply Online for SSC CHSL 2025
Candidates must submit their applications online through the new official SSC website. Follow these steps carefully:
- One-Time Registration (OTR): Visit the new SSC website. If you haven’t registered on the new portal, you must complete the OTR process first. This involves providing basic details, contact information, and Aadhaar-based authentication.
- Login: Use your generated Registration Number and password to log in.
- Find Application Link: Go to the ‘Latest Notifications’ tab and click on the ‘Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2025’ link.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in the required details, including your educational qualifications and preference for examination centers.
- Live Photograph: The application module will prompt you to capture a live photograph using your webcam or smartphone. Ensure good lighting, a plain background, and no caps or glasses.
- Upload Signature: Upload a scanned copy of your signature in the specified format (JPEG, 10-20 KB).
- Preview and Submit: Review your application details thoroughly in the preview section before final submission.
- Pay Application Fee: If applicable, proceed to pay the fee online.
- Print Application: After successful submission, download and print a copy of your application form for future reference.
SSC CHSL 2025 Application Fee and Payment Modes
- Fee: ₹100 (Rupees One Hundred only).
- Exemption: Women candidates and candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and Ex-servicemen (ESM) are exempted from payment of the fee.
- Payment Mode: The fee can be paid online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, or RuPay Debit cards.
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SSC CHSL 2025: Official Notification PDF & Apply Online Link
It is highly recommended to read the official notification PDF thoroughly before applying. Use the links below for direct access.
| Link Type | Direct URL |
|---|---|
| Download Official PDF | Click Here |
| Online Application Link | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |