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SSC CHSL 2026: Notification, Exam Dates, Syllabus, Mock Tests and Previous Papers

The SSC Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination recruits Lower Division Clerks and Junior Secretariat Assistants (Pay Level 2), Data Entry Operators (Level 4 and 5) and DEO Grade 'A' (Level 4) for central government offices. Candidates who have passed Class 12 can apply.

Selection has two computer-based tiers. Tier 1 is for shortlisting only; Tier 2 (Sections I and II, 360 marks) decides merit, and candidates must also qualify the Computer Knowledge Test and the typing test (LDC/JSA) or skill test (DEO).

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Conducting body
Staff Selection Commission
Vacancies
2,536 (tentative)
Posts
LDC / JSA, DEO, DEO Grade 'A'
Qualification
12th pass (Science with Maths for DEO in certain departments)
Age limit
18-27 years as on 01.08.2026
Application fee
Rs 100; no fee for women, SC, ST, PwBD and ESM

Latest SSC CHSL notification and updates

SSC has scheduled CHSL 2026 Tier 1 from 30 November to 31 December 2026 (notice dated 01.10.2026). Exam city slips and admit cards open in the candidate login closer to the date.

Source: SSC notice: schedule of examinations (01.10.2026)

Official website: ssc.gov.in. Always confirm dates and eligibility in the official notice before applying.

SSC CHSL key dates (official)

Only dates published by Staff Selection Commission. Anything not yet announced is marked "Awaited".

SSC CHSL exam pattern

SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2026

PartSubjectQuestionsMarks
IEnglish Language (Basic Knowledge)2550
IIGeneral Intelligence2550
IIIQuantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill)2550
IVGeneral Awareness2550
Total100200
  • 60 minutes in total with a 15-minute timer for each part (80 minutes, 20 per part, for scribe-eligible candidates).
  • Parts II, III and IV are available in English, Hindi and 13 regional languages; Part I only in English.
  • The notice says the parts are "not in sequence", so English may not come first on your screen.

Source: SSC CHSL 2026 notice, Para 13

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2026

SectionModuleQuestionsMarksTime
Section IMathematical Abilities309030 min
Section IReasoning and General Intelligence309030 min
Section IIEnglish Language and Comprehension4012040 min
Section IIGeneral Awareness206020 min
Section IIIComputer Knowledge Test154515 min
Section IVSkill Test (DEO) / Typing Test (LDC/JSA)1 taskQualifying15 / 10 min
  • +3 for a correct answer and −1 for a wrong answer in Sections I, II and III.
  • Merit marks = Section I (180) + Section II (180) = 360. CKT and the skill/typing test are qualifying, but every section must be cleared.

Source: SSC CHSL 2026 notice, Para 13

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SSC CHSL 2026: FAQs

When is the SSC CHSL 2026 exam date?

Tier 1 will be held from 30 November to 31 December 2026 (SSC notice dated 01.10.2026). The Tier 2 date has not been announced yet.

How many vacancies are there in SSC CHSL 2026?

2,536 tentative vacancies for LDC/JSA, DEO and DEO Grade 'A'. SSC can revise the number before final results.

What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2026?

18 to 27 years as on 01.08.2026, with the usual relaxation for reserved categories as per the notice.

What is the qualification for SSC CHSL?

Class 12 (10+2) pass from a recognised board. For DEO posts in certain departments, Class 12 with Mathematics in the Science stream is required.

Is there a typing test in SSC CHSL?

Yes, in Tier 2 Section IV. LDC/JSA candidates take a typing test (English 35 wpm or Hindi 30 wpm in 10 minutes); DEO candidates take a skill test of 8,000 or 15,000 key depressions per hour depending on the department.

Are Tier 1 marks counted in the SSC CHSL final merit?

No. Tier 1 only shortlists candidates for Tier 2. Merit is based on Sections I and II of Tier 2.

What is the negative marking in SSC CHSL?

Tier 1: −0.50 per wrong answer (each question carries 2 marks). Tier 2: −1 per wrong answer in Sections I, II and III (each question carries 3 marks).

Where will the SSC CHSL 2026 admit card be released?

In the candidate login on ssc.gov.in, a few days before each candidate's exam date. We update our CHSL status page when SSC publishes the notice.

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