SSC CHLS 2025: Exam Pattern Tier 1 Tier 2, Syllabus PDF, Salary, Qualification

Are you 12th Pass and looking for Govt Job? SSC CHSL is the exam you are looking for. SSC CHSL is a 12th Level exam conducted every year by SSC in India. The Posts under CHSL offer a steady job, with good pay, and a chance to feel important helping people. Let’s understand about SSC CHSL Syllabus, exam patterns, cutoffs, difficulty, and Salary and all.



What is SSC CHSL?

SSC Staff Selection Commission CHSL is an all india level exam being conducted by Staff Selection Commission every year. By CHSL Govt recruit Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) at Level 2 and Data Entry Operator (DEO) at Level 4. It is a great opportunity for 12th Pass candidates looking for Govt Job after 12th.

SSC CHLS Exam Pattern

SSC CHSL Exam Spans in two tier. One is TIER 1 and other one is TIER 2. Follower by Skill Test

SSC CHSL Tier 1

Part SubjectNo of QuestionsMax MarksTime
I English Language (Basic Knowledge)255060 Mins
II General Intelligence2550
III Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill)2550
IV General Awareness2550

SSC CHSL Tier 2

TierSessionSubjectQuestions / MarksTimeSession
Section-IModule-IMathematical Abilities30 / 901 hourSession I
(2 hours and 15 minutes)
Module-IIReasoning and General Intelligence30 / 90
Total = 60 Questions, 180 Marks1 hour for each section
Section-IIModule-IEnglish Language and Comprehension40 / 1201 hour
Module-IIGeneral Awareness20 / 60
Total = 60 Questions, 180 Marks1 hour for each section
Section-IIIModule-IComputer Knowledge Module15 / 4515 minutes
Part ASkill Test for DEOs in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution and Ministry of Culture-15 minutesSession-II
Part BSkill Test for DEOs except in Department/Ministry mentioned above-15 minutes
Part CTyping Test for LDC/JSA-10 minutes
For candidates eligible for scribe: 20 minutes for Part A/B, 15 minutes for Part CTime allowed varies by eligibility for scribe

SSC CHSL Syllabus

Now after understanding the Exam PAttern ext stage is to understand the Syllabus for the SSC CHSL Exam. SSC has notified Syllabus for both the TIER separately. Similary we would consider the syllabus one by one

Indicative SSC CHSL Syllabus for TIER I:

  • 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 of Verbs
    • Conversion into Direct/ Indirect narration
    • Shuffling of Sentence parts
    • Shuffling of Sentences in a passage
    • Cloze Passage
    • Comprehension Passage
  • General Intelligence:
    • Verbal and non-verbal questions
    • Semantic Analogy
    • Symbolic operations
    • Symbolic/ Number Analogy
    • Trends
    • Figural Analogy
    • Space Orientation
    • Semantic Classification
    • Venn Diagrams
    • Symbolic/ 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 de-coding
    • Numerical operations
    • Other sub-topics, if any
  • Quantitative Aptitude:
    • Number Systems: Computation of 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, Partnership Business, Mixture and Allegation, Time and distance, Time and work
    • Algebra: Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra and Elementary surds (simple problems) and Graphs of Linear Equations
    • Geometry: Familiarity with elementary geometric figures and facts: Triangle and its various kinds of centres, Congruence and similarity of triangles, Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles
    • Mensuration: Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circle, Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square Base
    • Trigonometry: Trigonometry, Trigonometric ratios, Complementary angles, Height and distances (simple problems only) Standard Identities like sin²θ + cos²θ = 1
    • Statistical Charts: Use of Tables and Graphs: Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar-diagram, Pie-chart
  • General Awareness:
    • Questions are designed to test the candidate's general awareness of the environment around him and its application to society
    • Questions are also designed to test knowledge of current events and of such matters of everyday observation and experience in their scientific aspect as may be expected of an educated person
    • The test will also include questions relating to India and its neighboring countries, especially pertaining to:
      • History
      • Culture
      • Geography
      • Economic Scene
      • General policy
      • Scientific research

SSC CHSL Syllabus for TIER II:

  • Mathematical Abilities (Module-I of Session-I):
    • Number Systems: Computation of Whole Number, Decimal and Fractions, Relationship between numbers.
    • Fundamental Arithmetic Operations: Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest (Simple and Compound), Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Allegation, Time and Distance, Time and Work.
    • Algebra: Basic algebraic identities, Elementary surds (simple problems), and Graphs of Linear Equations.
    • Geometry: Familiarity with basic geometric figures like triangles, circles, and their properties (congruence, similarity, tangents, angles, etc.).
    • Mensuration: Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circle, Right Prism, Cone, Cylinder, Sphere, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid.
    • Trigonometry: Trigonometric ratios, Complementary angles, Height and distances, Standard Identities (e.g., sin²θ + cos²θ = 1).
    • Statistics and Probability: Use of Tables and Graphs (Histogram, Pie-chart, etc.), Measures of central tendency (mean, median, mode), Standard deviation, Simple probability calculations.
  • Reasoning and General Intelligence (Module-II of Section-I):
    • Verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions, including Semantic Analogy, Symbolic operations, and Figural Analogy.
    • Space Orientation, Semantic Classification, Venn Diagrams, Symbolic Classification, Drawing inferences, Figural Classification.
    • Pattern folding, Semantic Series, Number Series, Embedded figures, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence.
    • Word Building, Social Intelligence, Coding and Decoding, Numerical operations, and other sub-topics.
  • English Language and Comprehension (Module-I of Section-II):
    • Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, and their correct usage.
    • Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Idioms & Phrases, One word substitution, Improvement of Sentences.
    • Active/Passive Voice, Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration, Shuffling of Sentence parts, Cloze Passage, Comprehension Passage.
    • Comprehension with passages based on stories and current affairs.
  • General Awareness (Module-II of Section-II):
    • General awareness of the environment and its application to society.
    • Current events, everyday observations, scientific aspects expected of an educated person.
    • Topics related to India and neighboring countries: History, Culture, Geography, Economy, General Policy, and Scientific Research.
  • Computer Proficiency (Module-I of Section-III of Paper-I):
    • Computer Basics: Organization of a computer, CPU, Input/Output devices, Memory, Backup devices, Ports, and Windows Explorer.
    • Software: Basics of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Windows Operating System.
    • Internet and E-mails: Web browsing, Searching, Downloading, Uploading, Managing an email account, e-Banking.
    • Networking and Cyber Security: Networking devices, Protocols, Network and Information security threats (e.g., hacking, viruses), and preventive measures.

SSC CHSL Salary Details:
For Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)

Salary Details Value (In Rupees)
Pay Level Level 2
Basic Pay 19900
DA (53%) 10547
HRA Depend on Posting
30%
City Wise
5970
Transport Allowance 2065
Total (With Out Deductions) 38482
Deductions
NPS (10%) -1990
CGHS -250
Total In Hand Salary SSC CHSL LDC and JSA 36242
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SSC CHSL Salary Details:
For Data Entry Operator (DEO):

Salary Details Value (In Rupees)
Pay Level Level 4
Basic Pay 25500
DA (53%) 13515
HRA Depend on Posting
30%
City Wise
7650
Transport Allowance 5508
Total (With Out Deductions) 52173
Deductions
NPS (10%) -2550
CGHS -250
Total In Hand Salary SSC CHSL Data Entry Operator 49379
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SSC CHSL Cut off


SSC CHSL Cut off 2024 for LDC / JSA

CategoryCut Off MarksCandidates Available
UR157.361686362
SC139.684087003
ST129.445682950
OBC156.6166510887
EWS150.517316656
ESM78.230083698
OH124.70219763
HH81.06810532
VH123.78593583

SSC CHSL Cut off 2024 for Data Entry Operator (DEO)

CategoryCut Off MarksCandidates Available
UR176.27042408
SC166.67647276
ST165.0789465
OBC176.27042486
EWS176.27042192
ESM133.93856150
OH166.2511353

SSC CHSL Cutoff Marks History

Categories202320222021202020192018201720162015
UR153.91142157.72984140.18226141.88710159.52135.6143.5127.5119
SC136.41166135.46972112.86061114.16235136.1110.09122.510899
ST124.52592125.79702104.78368108.88518127.3299.091129989.5
OBC152.26953153.25024140.1237139.42190156.1133.74139120110
EWS151.09782151.02975131.40838117.59855149.98127.25NANANA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the age limit for SSC CHSL? +
The age limit for SSC CHSL is 18-27 years for most posts. Age relaxations apply based on categories such as OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), and PwD (10-15 years).
What educational qualification is required for SSC CHSL? +
Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized board. For specific posts, candidates must have 12th with science or mathematics.
Is there any negative marking in the SSC CHSL exam? +
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer in the Tier 1 exam. However, there is no negative marking in the descriptive part (Tier 2).
What is the selection process for SSC CHSL? +
The selection process for SSC CHSL consists of three stages: Tier 1 (Objective exam), Tier 2 (Descriptive exam), and Tier 3 (Skill/typing test).
What is the SSC CHSL syllabus for General Awareness? +
The General Awareness section includes topics such as current affairs, history, geography, economics, and general science (biology, physics, chemistry).
What is the salary for SSC CHSL posts? +
The salary for SSC CHSL posts varies depending on the position. For a Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) or Data Entry Operator (DEO), the salary is around ₹19,900–₹63,200. For higher positions like Postal Assistant or Sorting Assistant, the salary ranges from ₹25,500–₹81,100.

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