SSC CHSL 2026
SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level — Complete Official Handbook: Notification, Syllabus, Age Eligibility, Salary Hierarchy & Cut-Off Analysis.
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SSC CHSL 2026 Overview
SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary 10+2 Level) is one of India's most popular central government recruitments conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for candidates holding Class 12 qualifications. It serves as the primary gateway for clerical, data management, and secretarial positions across Central Ministries, Departments, Constitutional Bodies, and Attached Subordinate Offices.
SSC CHSL 2026 is scheduled to recruit for 3,712 vacancies across vital posts including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO). The selection framework consists of a two-tier process: Tier 1 Computer-Based Test (CBT) covering General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language, followed by Tier 2 CBT and qualifying Skill / Typing Test (Session II).
With more than 30 lakh applicants registering every year, the exam offers entry into Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 basic) and Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 basic) with monthly in-hand compensation ranging between ₹25,000 and ₹45,000 depending on the posting city. Candidates must focus on high typing speed (35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi) alongside written test mastery to secure their desired departmental posting.
SSC CHSL 2026 Important Dates
| Notification Release | 1 June 2026 |
| Application Opens | 1 June 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | 15 August 2026 |
| Tier 2 Exam Date | 20 October 2026 |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
12th Pass (Higher Secondary) from a recognized Board or University
Age Limit
18–27 years (as on 1st January 2026)
OBC: +3 years, SC/ST: +5 years, PwD: +10 years, Ex-Servicemen: as per rules
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Check Your SSC CHSL Eligibility
Official Norms: OBC: +3 years, SC/ST: +5 years, PwD: +10 years, Ex-Servicemen: as per rules
SSC CHSL Selection Process
Tier 1 — Computer Based Test (CBT): 100 marks, 60 minutes
Tier 2 — CBT (Session I) + Skill Test / Typing Test (Session II, qualifying)
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SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2026
Tier 1
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Tier 2 (Session I — CBT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 |
| Reasoning & General Intelligence | 30 | 90 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 40 | 120 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 60 |
| Computer Knowledge Module | 15 | 45 |
| Total | 135 | 405 |
Tier 2 (Session II — Skill / Typing)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Typing Test (LDC/JSA) | 1 | 0 |
| DEST (DEO) | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 0 |
SSC CHSL Syllabus 2026
Full Syllabus →General Intelligence
General Awareness
Quantitative Aptitude
English Language
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SSC CHSL Posts — Which is Best?
SSC CHSL offers 4+ posts across different departments. Here's a comparison to help you decide your target post before filling the form.
| Post | Salary | Promotion |
|---|---|---|
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Pay Level 2 TOP PICK | ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 | medium |
Data Entry Operator (DEO) Pay Level 4 | ₹35,000 – ₹45,000 | medium |
Postal Assistant (PA) Pay Level 4 | ₹35,000 – ₹45,000 | fast |
Sorting Assistant (SA) Pay Level 4 | ₹35,000 – ₹45,000 | medium |
SSC CHSL Salary Structure
Salary varies based on post, city tier (X/Y/Z) for HRA, and DA rate. Figures above are indicative for 2026 DA rates.
SSC CHSL Cut-off Marks & Predictor
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SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 Cut-off
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SSC CHSL Preparation Strategy
Phase 1: Foundation (Month 1–2)
- ›Master 12th-level Maths formulas and shortcuts
- ›Read Lucent GK for static portion
- ›Practice 25 reasoning questions daily
- ›Build English vocabulary — 15 words/day
Phase 2: Mock Test Mode (Month 3)
- ›Attempt full Tier 1 mocks under 60 minutes
- ›Start typing / DEST practice early — use free SSC typing tests
- ›Revise Computer Knowledge module
- ›Revise weak topics from mock analysis
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✓ Verified ExpertSSC, Railways & Technical Recruitment Specialist · 8+ Years in Central Recruitment & CBT Analytics
Mohit has tracked over 100+ Staff Selection Commission and Railway Recruitment Board cycles. He focuses on quantitative reasoning strategies, multi-shift CBT score normalization, and defense/police recruitment procedures.