SSC CHSL 2025 — Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Apply Online

Overview

• ✦SSC CHSL is held every year in three tiers: Tier-I (CBT objective), Tier-II (descriptive + skill test).
• ✦Posts include Lower Divisional Clerk, Junior Secretariat Assistant, Postal Assistant, Sorting Assistant and Data Entry Operator.
• ✦Selected candidates are posted across various ministries and departments in Group C.

Eligibility Criteria

• ✦Indian citizen (or eligible subjects of Nepal/Bhutan/Tibetan refugees as per SSC rules)
• ✦Passed 12th (Higher Secondary) from a recognised board
• ✦For DEO in C&AG: 12th with Maths as a subject (Science stream)
• ✦Age: 18 to 27 years (relaxation: SC/ST +5, OBC +3, PwD +10)
• ✦Computer typing speed: 35 wpm English / 30 wpm Hindi (for typing test)

Required Documents

• ✦10th and 12th mark sheets & certificates
• ✦Aadhaar Card / PAN Card
• ✦Recent passport size photograph & signature (scanned)
• ✦Caste certificate (if applicable)
• ✦PwD certificate (if applicable)
• ✦Domicile certificate (if required for state preference)

How to Apply

1. 1Register one-time on ssc.gov.in using the OTR (One Time Registration)
2. 2Login and select 'CHSL Examination' from active applications
3. 3Fill exam centre preferences and post preferences
4. 4Upload photo and signature in prescribed format
5. 5Pay application fee: ₹100 (Female/SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen exempt)
6. 6Download and save the final submitted form

Important Dates

Notification: usually April–May; Tier-I exam: June–July; Tier-II: November–December.

Frequently Asked Questions