SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025 Notification: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2025 to recruit for Group C posts across various Ministries and Government Departments. The total number of tentative vacancies is around 3131. The last date to apply online is 18th July 2025. For more jobs Visit us.
Overview Table
| Exam Name | SSC CHSL (10+2) Exam 2025 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Posts | LDC, JSA, DEO |
| Vacancies | 3131+ (Tentative) |
| Application Dates | 23 June to 18 July 2025 |
| Exam Level | National |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Tier I & II) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years |
| Educational Qualification | 12th Pass |
| Official Website | https://ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 23 June 2025 |
| Start Date to Apply Online | 23 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 July 2025 (23:00) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee Online | 19 July 2025 (23:00) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 23 – 24 July 2025 |
| Tier-I CBT Exam Date | 08 to 18 September 2025 |
| Tier-II Exam Date | Feb–March 2026 (Tentative) |
Post-Wise Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Salary Range (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| LDC/ JSA | Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| DEO | Level-4/5 | ₹25,500 – ₹92,300 |
| DEO Grade ‘A’ | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
Exam Pattern
Tier-I: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 50 | |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | 60 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | (80 mins for PwD) |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
🟠 Negative Marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer.
Tier-II: CBT + Skill/Typing Test
✅ All sections of Tier-II are mandatory and qualifying in nature.
Educational Qualification (As on 01.01.2026)
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| LDC/JSA | 12th Pass from a recognized board |
| DEO (All Except Ministries) | 12th Pass from a recognized board |
| DEO (Specific Ministries) | 12th Pass in Science with Math |
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years (Candidates born between 02.01.1999 and 01.01.2008)
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deduction of military service |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women/ESM | Nil |
Cut-Off Marks (Previous Year)
SSC CHSL Tier I Cut-Off 2024 (General Category)
| Post | Cut-off |
|---|---|
| LDC/JSA | 140.18 |
| DEO | 163.75 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Tier I & II)
| Category | Marks (%) |
|---|---|
| UR | 30% |
| OBC/EWS | 25% |
| Others | 20% |
Expected Cut-Off 2025 (Predicted)
| Post | Expected Cut-off |
|---|---|
| LDC/JSA | 142–148 |
| DEO | 165–170 |
Selection Process
- Tier-I: Computer-Based Test
- Tier-II: CBT + Skill/Typing Test
- Document Verification
How to Apply for SSC CHSL 2025?
- Visit: https://ssc.gov.in
- Register using Aadhaar/OTP method.
- Fill online application form and upload scanned photo and signature.
- Pay application fee as per category.
- Download and save the application form for future use.
Syllabus SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025
Tier-I Syllabus:
- English: Cloze, Spotting Errors, Synonyms, Antonyms
- Quantitative Aptitude: DI, Percentages, Ratio, Algebra
- General Intelligence: Series, Puzzles, Coding-Decoding
- General Awareness: Static GK, Current Affairs
Tier-II Syllabus:
- Reasoning, Math, English, GA (as per Tier-I but advanced level)
- Typing Test: 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi
- Skill Test: 8,000 key depressions/hour for DEO
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|---|---|
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025?
18th July 2025.
Q2. How many vacancies are released for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025?
Tentatively 3131+.
Q3. What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2025?
18 to 27 years (as of 01-01-2026).
Q4. What is the selection process for SSC CHSL?
Tier-I (CBT), Tier-II (CBT + Skill Test), and Document Verification.
Q5. What is the application fee for SSC CHSL?
₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS; Nil for others.
Q6. Is there a negative marking in Tier-I?
Yes, 0.50 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
Q7. Can 12th appearing students apply?
Yes, but must produce qualification proof before 01-01-2026.
Q8. What is the salary of SSC CHSL posts?
Between ₹19,900 to ₹92,300 depending on the post.
Q9. What is the good score in SSC CHSL Tier-I?
For General, 145+ is usually safe for LDC; 165+ for DEO.
Q10. What is the exam date of SSC CHSL Tier-I 2025?
08–18 September 2025.