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Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Official Notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2025. The recruitment drive offers around 3131 tentative vacancies for Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO) across various central government departments. The application window is open from 23rd June 2025 to 18th July 2025 on the official website ssc.gov.in. Interested candidates must check the eligibility criteria, important dates and exam pattern before applying.
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SSC CHSL 2025 Vacancy Details
Important Date
- Application Start: 23/06/2025
- Last Date : 18/07/2025 (23:00)
- Last Date of Fee: 19/07/2025 (23:00)
- Correction Window: 23 to 24 July 2025 (23:00)
- Tier-I Exam: 08 to 18 September 2025
- Tier-II Exam: February–March 2026
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwBD: Up to 15 Years (category-wise), Ex-Servicemen: 3 Years (after service). Kindly Read Full Notification.
Application Fees
- General/OBC/EWS: 100/-
- SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Women: Exempted
- Correction Charge - ₹200/- (first time) and ₹500/- (second time)
- Pay The Examination Fee Through UPI, Debit Card, Net Banking etc.
Qualification
- DEO (Selected Ministries): 12th with Science stream and Mathematics
- LDC, JSA and other DEO posts: 12th pass (any stream)
Full Eligibility
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) – Selected Ministries | 12th pass in Science stream with Mathematics from a recognized board | 18 to 27 years |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 12th pass in any stream from a recognized board | 18 to 27 years |
Salary
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Level-2 | 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Data Entry Operator, Grade 'A' | Level-5 | 29,200 – 92,300 |
- Additional Benefits: House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), Transport Allowance and other admissible benefits
- Annual increments based on pay level
- Eligibility for government pension and job security
- Attractive career growth under Central Government rules
SSC CHSL 2025 Selection Process
- Tier-I: Computer Based Examination (Objective Type)
- Tier-II: Computer Based Examination (Objective + Skill/Typing Test)
- Skill/Typing Test: Qualifying in nature (held in Tier-II Session-II)
- Document Verification: Conducted by User Departments
- Medical Examination: Only for posts with physical standards (e.g. LDC in BRO)
Note: Final selection will be based on overall performance in Tier-II (Section-I and II) and post preferences submitted by the candidate. Skill/Typing Tests are mandatory but qualifying in nature.
Exam Pattern
SSC CHSL 2025 Tier-I Exam Pattern (CBT 1)
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 50 | 60 Minutes (80 Minutes for PwBD candidates) |
| II | General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | |
| III | Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic) | 25 | 50 | |
| IV | General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Negative Marking: 0.50 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
SSC CHSL 2025 Tier-II Exam Pattern (CBT 2)
| Section | Module | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section-I | A | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | 1 Hour |
| B | Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | ||
| Section-II | A | English Language and Comprehension | 40 | 120 | 1 Hour |
| B | General Awareness | 20 | 60 | ||
| Section-III | – | Computer Knowledge Test | 15 | 45 | 15 Minutes (20 mins for PwBD) |
| Section-IV | – | Skill Test / Typing Test (Qualifying Only) | As per post requirement | 15–20 Minutes | |
Note: There will be 1 mark negative marking for each wrong answer in Section-I, II & III.
Post Wise Vacancy
SSC CHSL 2025 Post-wise Vacancy (To Be Notified)
As per the official notification, SSC has not released detailed post-wise vacancy numbers yet. These will be notified in due course on the official SSC website under Candidate’s Corner > Tentative Vacancies.
| S.No. | Post Name | Pay Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Level-2 | To Be Notified |
| 2 | Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Level-2 | To Be Notified |
| 3 | Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Level-4 | To Be Notified |
| 4 | Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’ | Level-5 | To Be Notified |
Total Vacancies (Tentative): 3131 (Approx.)
How to Apply for SSC CHSL 2025
- Visit the official SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if not already registered
- Log in using your Registration Number and Password
- Navigate to “Apply” under the “Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2025” section
- Fill out the application form carefully with accurate personal and academic details
- Capture and upload a live passport-size photograph and a scanned signature
- Upload disability/other category documents (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee through UPI/Net Banking/debit/credit card
- Review the complete form using the “Preview” option
- Submit the application and download a copy for future reference
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| SSC OTR Registraion | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
SSC CHSL 2025 FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2025?
The last date for online application submission is 18th July 2025 till 11:00 PM.
2. What is the educational qualification for SSC CHSL posts?
For LDC, JSA and most DEO posts: 12th pass in any stream.
For DEO in selected departments: 12th pass with Science and Mathematics.
3. Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes. Age relaxation is provided as per government norms: 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, 10 to 15 years for PwBD depending on category, etc.
4. Will there be negative marking in the exam?
Yes. Tier-I has a penalty of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer. Tier-II (Sections I–III) has 1 mark negative marking per wrong answer.
5. Can I apply if I am appearing in 12th Class exams?
Yes, but you must pass the qualifying examination on or before 01 January 2026.
6. Is there any physical test in SSC CHSL?
Only for LDC post in BRO. One Mile Run within 10 minutes is required. Additional physical and medical standards also apply for BRO vacancies.
7. How can I correct errors in my application form?
Use the correction window from 23rd July to 24th July 2025. A correction fee of ₹200 (first time) or ₹500 (second time) will apply.
8. How will final selection be made?
Final selection will be based on performance in Tier-II (Section-I + II) and preference of posts. Skill/Typing Test and Document Verification are qualifying stages.