SSC CHSL 2025: Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination
The Staff Selection Commission has announced the notification for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2025. This exam is conducted annually to recruit candidates for various Group ‘C’ posts like Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant, and Data Entry Operators in different Ministries/Departments/Organizations of the Government of India.
Important Dates for SSC CHSL 2025
| Notification Release Date | 27 May 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 May 2025 |
| Tier-I Exam Date | July-August 2025 (Tentative) |
SSC CHSL 2025 Exam Pattern
The SSC CHSL 2025 examination will be conducted in three tiers:
- Tier-I: Computer Based Examination (Objective Multiple Choice)
- Tier-II: Computer Based Examination (Objective Multiple Choice)
- Tier-III: Skill Test/Typing Test (wherever applicable)
Tier-I Exam Pattern:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | 60 Minutes (80 Minutes for PwD candidates) |
| English Language | 25 | 50 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
Age Limit:
18-27 years as on 01.01.2025
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms:
- OBC: 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwD: 10 years
- Ex-servicemen: As per rules
Posts Under SSC CHSL 2025
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA): Various Ministries/Departments/Organizations of Government of India
- Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant: Department of Post
- Data Entry Operator (DEO): Various Ministries/Departments/Organizations of Government of India
- Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’: Various Ministries/Departments/Organizations of Government of India
Application Process
- Visit the official SSC website
- Register if you’re a new user or login with existing credentials
- Fill in the application form with all required details
- Upload scanned photograph and signature as per specifications
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference
Application Fee
The application fee for SSC CHSL 2025 is expected to be:
- General/OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted
Vacancies
The exact number of vacancies will be determined by the Staff Selection Commission based on the requirements of various Ministries/Departments/Organizations. The detailed category-wise vacancies will be announced in the official notification.
SSC CHSL Tier-I Syllabus
- General Intelligence: Semantic Analogy, Symbolic operations, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Trends, Figural Analogy, Space Orientation, Semantic Classification, Venn Diagrams, Symbolic/Number Classification, Drawing inferences, etc.
- English Language: Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Antonyms, Spelling/Detecting Misspelled words, Idioms & Phrases, One-word substitution, Improvement of Sentences, Active/Passive Voice of Verbs, Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration, etc.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Arithmetical problems, Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Alligation, Time and distance, Time & Work, etc.
- General Awareness: Current events, India and its neighboring countries, Sports, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy, Scientific Research, etc.
How to Prepare for SSC CHSL 2025
- Understand the complete syllabus and exam pattern
- Create a subject-wise study plan
- Focus on improving your weak areas
- Practice previous years’ question papers
- Take regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
- Stay updated with current affairs for the General Awareness section
- Practice typing regularly for the Skill Test
The SSC CHSL is one of the most popular exams among 12th pass candidates looking for government jobs. With proper preparation and strategy, you can clear this exam and secure a stable government job with good growth prospects.
Keep checking the official SSC website for the latest updates on SSC CHSL 2025. We will also update this page as soon as any new information is released.