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SSC CHSL (10+2) 2026
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) · SSC CHSL
Exam Overview
Combined Higher Secondary Level examination for recruitment to Lower Division Clerk, Data Entry Operator, Postal Assistant, Sorting Assistant, Court Clerk and DEO positions across central government offices and departments.
Eligibility Criteria
12th pass from a recognised board. Age 18-27 years with category-wise age relaxation.
Exam Pattern & Stages
Stage 1 — Tier 1 (CBT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
- Mode
- Computer Based
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Total Questions
- 100
- Total Marks
- 200
- Negative Marking
- 0.50 per wrong answer
Stage 2 — Tier 2 (Descriptive)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Essay / Letter / Application | 1 | 100 |
- Mode
- Pen & Paper
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Negative Marking
- No
Full Syllabus & Preparation
Tier 1 is an English-Hindi option exam except the English Language section. Practise daily mock tests to nail the 60-minute time limit and focus on high-accuracy scoring in General Awareness.
Frequently Asked Questions
SSC CHSL (10+2) 2026 ke liye eligibility criteria kya hai?
12th pass from a recognised board. Age 18-27 years with category-wise age relaxation.
Exam pattern kya hai?
2 stage(s): Tier 1 (CBT), Tier 2 (Descriptive).
Apply karne ki last date kab hai?
Please check the official notification for application dates. Visit the conducting body's website for the latest updates.