SSC CHSL (10+2) Exam 2025 — Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus & Apply Online
SSC CHSL (10+2) Level Examination 2025 — Quick Guide
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2025 notice. This post summarises the essential information — dates, vacancies, pay scales, eligibility (age & education), exam scheme, fee, documents required and how to apply — in a clear, SEO-friendly and human-readable format. (Source: SSC Notice of CHSL 2025). :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
At a glance — Key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|
| Notification | SSC Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2025 |
| Apply (online) | 23 June 2025 — 18 July 2025 (last date 18/07/2025 23:00) |
| Online fee payment deadline | 19 July 2025 (23:00) |
| Correction window | 23–24 July 2025 (23:00) |
| Tier-I (CBT) | 8 September — 18 September 2025 |
| Tier-II (CBT) | February — March 2026 (tentative) |
| Helpline | 1800-309-3063 (Toll Free) |
Vacancies & Pay Scales
| Particular | Details |
|---|
| Tentative vacancies | Approx. 3,131 (final vacancies to be notified later) |
| Lower Division Clerk / Junior Secretariat Assistant | Pay Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Pay Level-4 (₹25,500–81,100) & Level-5 (₹29,200–92,300) depending on post |
| DEO Grade ‘A’ | Pay Level-4 (₹25,500–81,100) |
Who can apply — Nationality & Education
- Nationality: Indian citizen; or subject of Nepal/Bhutan; or certain persons of Indian origin from specified countries (certificate of eligibility required in some cases).
- Essential qualification (as on 01-01-2026): Passed 12th Standard (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board. For some DEO posts (see notice) 12th with Mathematics in Science stream is required.
- Candidates appearing in 12th may apply but must possess the qualification by 01-01-2026.
Age limit & Relaxation (as on 01-01-2026)
| Category | Age limit / Relaxation |
|---|
| Base age | 18–27 years (born between 02-01-1999 and 01-01-2008) |
| SC / ST | +5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years |
| PwBD (Unreserved) | +10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | +13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | +15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rules (see notice) |
| Central Govt employees (3+ years service) | Up to 40 years (or 45 for SC/ST) |
| Widows/divorced women | Up to 35 years (40 for SC/ST) |
Application fee
- Fee payable: ₹100.
- Exemptions: Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen (ESM) eligible for reservation are exempt.
- Payment modes: BHIM UPI, Netbanking, Debit/Credit cards (Visa/MasterCard/Maestro/RuPay).
- Fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted.
Tier-I & Tier-II — Exam pattern (summary)
Tier-I (CBT) — Objective (qualifying for Tier-II)
| Section | Questions / Max marks |
|---|
| English Language (Basic) | 25 / 50 |
| General Intelligence | 25 / 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Basic arithmetic) | 25 / 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 / 50 |
| Total | 100 / 200 |
Duration: 60 minutes. (80 minutes for candidates eligible for scribe as per rules). Negative marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
Tier-II (CBT) — Detailed (qualifying & merit)
| Session / Section | Details | Time |
|---|
| Session-I — Section-I |
Mathematical Abilities (30 Q) + Reasoning & General Intelligence (30 Q) — Total 60 Q |
1 hour (per section) — total part length included in 2h15m session |
| Session-I — Section-II |
English Language & Comprehension (40 Q) + General Awareness (20 Q) — Total 60 Q |
1 hour |
| Session-I — Section-III |
Computer Knowledge Test — 15 Q (qualifying) |
15 minutes |
| Session-II — Section-IV |
Skill Test / Typing Test (qualifying). DEO skill test mandatory; LDC/JSA typing test as applicable. |
Skill / Typing durations vary (10–15 mins; extra time for scribe) |
Key Tier-II points: All candidates who qualify Tier-I must appear in Tier-II. Section-III and Section-IV are qualifying in nature. There is negative marking of 1 mark per wrong answer in Section-I/II/III (Tier-II).
Indicative syllabus (short)
- English: Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, error spotting, sentence improvement, cloze test.
- Quantitative / Mathematical Abilities: Basics — number systems, percentages, ratio, profit & loss, time & work, mensuration, algebra, geometry, trigonometry (Tier-II more advanced).
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Verbal & non-verbal reasoning, series, classification, figure analysis, coding-decoding, logical puzzles.
- General Awareness: Current affairs, history, geography, economics, basic science and national/international events.
- Computer Knowledge: Basics of computer hardware/software, MS Office, internet, shortcuts, basic networking.
Exam centres
SSC provides a long list of centres across Regions (Central, Eastern, Karnataka & Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, North Eastern, Northern, North-Western, Southern, Western, etc.). Candidates must select three centres in order of preference in the online application. The Commission may add, cancel or reassign centres and will notify changes on the SSC website.
Documents you will need (for application & document verification)
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence) — original at time of exam/DV (unless Aadhaar authentication opted).
- Class 10 & 12 mark sheets / passing certificates (proof of age & qualification).
- Certificate for category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable (in specified format).
- PWD certificate (if applicable) in prescribed format.
- Ex-serviceman certificates / serving defence certificates (if applicable).
- Passport-size photograph and scanned signature (as per size requirements).
- Any other document listed in Admission Certificate at DV stage.
Selection & Cut-offs
- Candidates are shortlisted for Tier-II on the basis of Tier-I performance (normalized scores used if multiple shifts).
- Minimum qualifying marks (Tier-I & Tier-II sections) vary by category: UR 30%, OBC/EWS 25%, Others 20% (see notice for full details).
- Final merit is based on aggregate performance in Tier-II (as per notice).
Important reminders
- Read full SSC CHSL 2025 notice carefully before applying — it contains annexures, certificate formats, and detailed instructions for PwBD/scribe, proof formats and more. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Ensure your category certificates and income/EWS documents (if applicable) are in correct SSC formats; candidature may be cancelled at DV if documents are not in order.
- Apply early — do not wait for last date to avoid technical issues on the portal.
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