The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 3131 vacancies for various Group C posts across India. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the SSC’s official website.
SSC CHSL 2025 Overview
| Recruitment Authority | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | CHSL (10+2) Examination 2025 |
| Post Names | LDC, JSA, PA/SA, DEO |
| Total Vacancies | 3131 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
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Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Must have passed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from a recognized board.
- For DEO (C&AG): 12th standard pass with Science stream and Mathematics as a subject.
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years (born between 02-01-1998 and 01-01-2007)
- Age relaxation applicable as per government rules.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100/-
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Nil
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
How to Apply for SSC CHSL 2025 ?
- Visit ssc.gov.in
- Register through One-Time Registration (OTR) if new user.
- Login and fill out the online application form.
- Upload scanned photograph and signature.
- Pay application fee as per category.
- Submit the application and take a printout.
Selection Process
- Tier-I: Computer-Based Exam (Objective Type)
- Tier-II: Descriptive Paper + Skill Test/Typing Test
Vacancy Details
Total number of posts: 3131
Detailed category-wise and post-wise vacancies will be notified soon on the SSC website.
Important Dates
- Starting Date to Apply Online: 23rd June 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 18th July 2025 (11:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 19th July 2025 (11:00 PM)
- Application Correction Window: 23rd–24th July 2025
- Tier-I Exam Date: 8th to 18th September 2025
- Tier-II Exam Date: February–March 2026
Important Links
| Online Application | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
SSC CHSL Exam – FAQs
1. What is the eligibility for SSC CHSL?
Candidates must have passed 12th standard from a recognized board. For DEO‑C&AG posts, 12th with science & mathematics is required.
2. What is the age limit?
Applicants must be 18–27 years old. Age relaxations as per government norms: OBC by 3 years, SC/ST by 5 years, etc.
3. What is the selection process?
SSC CHSL consists of three tiers:
- Tier-I: Computer-based exam (200 marks, 100 MCQs)
- Tier-II: Descriptive paper (pen-and-paper)
- Tier-III: Skill test (DEO) or typing test (LDC/PA/SA)
4. Tell me the Tier-I exam pattern?
It includes 100 questions (25 each) in English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude & General Awareness, totaling 200 marks in 60 minutes (80 minutes for scribe candidates). Negative marking: 0.5 per wrong answer.
5. What about Tier-II and Tier-III?
Tier-II is a 100‑mark descriptive test for essay, letter, or application. Tier-III is qualifying in nature––skill test for DEO or typing test for LDC/PA/SA, with required minimum speeds.
6. How many vacancies and pay scale?
SSC CHSL 2025 has ~3131 vacancies. Pay scale varies by post: LDC/JSA (Level 2, ₹19,900–63,200) and PA/SA/DEO (Level 4–5, ₹25,500–92,300 approx).
7. What is the application fee?
₹100 for General/OBC. SC, ST, female, PwBD, and Ex‑Servicemen are exempt.
8. When can I apply for SSC CHSL 2025?
The SSC CHSL 2025 online application is open from **23 June to 18 July 2025 (11 pm)
9. What subjects are in SSC CHSL Tier-I?
Sections include General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language.
10. Are applicants from other countries eligible?
Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, Tibetan refugees, and persons of Indian origin are eligible to apply.