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SSC CHSL stands for Staff Selection Commission – Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination. SSC CHSL is a government examination organized by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for recruiting candidates for different Central Government positions for the posts of lower division clerk(LDC), junior secretariat assistant (JSA), data entry operator(DEO), and DEO Grade ‘A’. The official SSC CHSL 2026 Notification was released on September 7, 2026, at www.ssc.gov.in. This year, SSC announced 2536 vacancies for SSC CHSL.
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SSC CHSL 2026 Vacancy
The SSC released an official notification for the SSC CHSL exam. Refer to the following table for vacancy details:
Eligibility Criteria
In order to appear in the SSC CHSL Exam, candidates have to satisfy the requisite criteria in terms of educational qualification and age. There could also be other criteria that apply in addition to the above criteria of the SSC.
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Age |
18 -27 Years |
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Nationality |
A citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 to permanently settle in India, or 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. |
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For Data Entry Operator (DEO)/DEO Grade ‘A’ in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution; Ministry of Culture; and Staff Selection Commission |
12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University |
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For LDC/JSA and DEO/DEO Grade ‘A’ (except DEOs in Department/ Ministry |
12th Standard pass in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognised Board or equivalent |
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SSC CHSL Vacancy Trends (2018-2026)
Steps To Apply for the SSC CHSL 2026
Step 1. Visit the Official Website:
Go to the official SSC Application Portal or the official mySSC mobile app.
Step 2. One-Time Registration (OTR):
If you are new to SSC, you must do one-time registration through Aadhaar Authentication and also provide your mobile number and email ID to get the registration number and password.
Step 3. Login:
Now, you need to log in with the help of your registration number and password and navigate to the 'Apply' tab for the Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination, 2026.
Step 4. Provide Your Details:
Verify the automatically entered profile information and provide your details regarding education, category, and preferred posts.
Step 5. Choose the Examination Centres:
Select three examination centers of your choice from the preferred regions..
Step 6. Take Photo and Signature:
Take a photo of yourself using a webcam and also upload the scanned copy of your signature in JPEG format, not more than 10-20 KB.
Step 7. Application Fee:
You need to pay the application fee of ?100 (not required for women, SC/ST, PwBD, and ex-servicemen candidates) by October 8, 2026.
Step 8. Submit Application:
After reviewing your details thoroughly, submit the application form and take a printout of it.
Click Here to Apply for SSC CHSL 2026
While applying for the SSC CHSL exam, candidates are required to pay the application fee category-wise:
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Category |
Application Fee |
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General / OBC/EWS |
Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST/Female /PwBD/ PwD/ESM |
Exempted |
SSC CHSL 2026 Selection Process
The selection procedure is done in two stages: Tier 1 for screening and shortlisting, and Tier 2 for evaluation and selection.
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Tier |
Type |
Mode |
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Tier - I |
Objective Multiple Choice |
Computer-Based (online) |
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Tier - II |
Objective Multiple Choice + Skill Test & Typing Test |
Computer-Based (online) |
To begin preparing for the preparation of the exam, the syllabus is the first and foremost thing to get familiar with.
Tier 1 includes 4 subjects:
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General Intelligence
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General Awareness
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Quantitative Aptitude(basic arithmetic skills)
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English language(basic knowledge)
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Subjects |
Topics |
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English |
Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/ Homonyms, Antonyms, Spellings/ Detecting mis-spelt words, Idioms and Phrases, One-word substitution, Improvement of Sentences, Active/ Passive Voice of Verbs, Conversion into Direct/ Indirect narration, Shuffling of Sentence parts, Shuffling of Sentences in a passage, Cloze Passage, Comprehension Passage. |
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General Intelligence |
Semantic analogy, symbolic operations, number analogy, trends, figural analogy, space orientation, semantic classification, Venn diagrams, number classification, drawing inferences, figural classification, punched hole/pattern folding & unfolding, semantic series, figural pattern-folding and completion, number series, embedded figures, figural series, critical thinking, problem solving, emotional intelligence, word building, social intelligence, coding and decoding, other sub-topics, if any, and numerical operations. |
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Quantitative Aptitude |
Number Systems, Fundamental arithmetical operations, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Statistical Charts |
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General Awareness |
India and its neighbouring countries, especially about History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General policy, and scientific research |
An insight into the exam pattern of the SSC CHSL exam is crucial for formulating an efficient preparation plan. The candidates are recommended to refer to the complete examination pattern provided below in order to get a better idea of the Tier I and Tier II stages of the SSC CHSL 2026 examination.
Tier I Exam Pattern
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Subjects |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
Duration |
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General Intelligence |
25 |
50 |
15 Minutes |
| General Awareness |
25 |
50 |
15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude(basic arithmetic skills) |
25 |
50 |
15 Minutes |
| English Language(basic knowledge) |
25 |
50 |
15 Minutes |
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General Intelligence |
25 |
50 |
15 Minutes |
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Total |
100 |
200 |
60 Minutes |
Tier - II Exam Pattern
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Tier-II Session I |
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Sections |
Subjects & Marks |
Duration |
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Section-I |
Mathematical Abilities: 30 questions |
60 minutes |
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Section-II |
English Language & Comprehension: 40 questions |
60 minutes |
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Section-III |
Computer Knowledge Test: 15 questions |
15 minutes |
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Tier-II Session II |
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Section-IV |
Skill Test/Typing Test |
Part A: Skill Test for DEOs in Department/ Ministry- 15 minutes |
There is negative marking of 1 mark for sessions 1, 2, and 3.
The salary for the SSC CHSL varies depending on the post and city classification. Refer to the following table for post-wise level pay and salary:
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Posts |
Pay Level |
Salary |
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Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) |
Level 2 |
Rs. 19,900- Rs. 63,200 |
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Data Entry Operator (DEO) |
Level 4 |
Rs. 25,500- Rs. 81,100 Rs. 29,200- Rs. 92,300 |
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Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’ |
Level 4 |
Rs. 25,500- Rs. 81,100 |
The cut-off for SSC CHSL represents the minimum qualifying marks as prescribed by the Staff Selection Commission for selecting candidates for further selection process stages. Given that the cut-off is dependent on many parameters such as candidates' category, job position, vacancies, and examination, the qualifying marks may differ for various categories and positions; candidates can check the cut-off for various categories and positions mentioned in the following table.
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SSC CHSL Tier 1 Cut-Off 2025 |
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Categories |
LDC/JSA |
DEO Grade 'A' |
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UR |
144.25 |
169.54 |
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SC |
125.40 |
157.72 |
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ST |
115.25 |
152.78 |
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OBC |
143.83 |
169.49 |
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EWS |
141.42 |
169.54 |
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ESM |
68.26 |
128.52 |
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OH |
112.15 |
-- |
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HH |
75.38 |
118.61 |
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VH |
82.72 |
66.59578 |
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PwD – Other |
55.33 |
-- |
Refer to the official website ssc.gov.in for more information regarding the SSC CHSL vacancy and exam 2026.
FAQs
Q1. When will the SSC CHSL notification 2026 be released?
Ans. SSC released an official SSC CHSL notification on September 7, 2026.
Q2. When does the application process for SSC CHSL 2026 start?
Ans. The application process for SSC CHSL 2026 starts on September 7, 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are announced for SSC CHSL 2026?
Ans. A total of approximately 2,536 tentative vacancies have been announced for SSC CHSL 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit stated for applying for SSC CHSL 2026?
Ans. The age limit stated for applying for SSC CHSL 2026 is from 18 to 27 years.
Q4. What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2026?
Ans. The last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2026 is October 7, 2026.
Q5. Which documents are required for the SSC CHSL 2026 application?
Ans. The documents required for the SSC CHSL 2026 application are a live photograph, a scanned signature, educational marksheets, and a valid photo ID.
Q6. What is the age limit stated for applying for SSC CHSL 2026?
Ans. The age limit stated for applying for SSC CHSL 2026 is from 18 to 27 years.
Q7. What is the selection process for SSC JE 2026?
Ans. The posts recruited for SSC CHSL 2026 are Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and DEO Grade ‘A’.
