SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination (SSC CHSL)
Quick facts
| Conducted by | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam level | National |
| How often | Once a year |
| Mode | Online |
| Qualification | 12th pass |
| Age limit | 18 – 27 years |
| Age relaxation | OBC:3, SC:5, ST:5, PwBD:10 |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
Age counted on the date given in the notification (usually 1 January or 1 August).
Overview
SSC CHSL recruits 12th-pass candidates for posts such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant, Sorting Assistant and Data Entry Operator in central government departments.
Eligibility
- Education: 12th pass. For some Data Entry Operator posts, 12th with Mathematics in Science stream is required.
- Age: 18 to 27 years, with usual relaxations.
Exam pattern & syllabus
| Tier | Details |
|---|---|
| Tier 1 | Objective – English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness |
| Tier 2 | Objective papers + skill test / typing test (qualifying) |
Typing speed (English 35 wpm or Hindi 30 wpm on computer) is needed for LDC/JSA, and data entry speed for DEO posts.
How to prepare
- Build maths and reasoning speed with daily practice.
- Start typing practice early – many candidates fail the skill test.
- Read current affairs and static GK regularly.
- Solve previous papers and take timed mock tests.
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Please note: eligibility, age limits and exam pattern change from year to year. This page gives general guidance only; the official notification for each year is final.