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About SSC CHSL — Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination
The SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination (CHSL) recruits candidates who have completed Class 12 for clerical and data-entry posts across central government ministries and departments. It is the most-attempted SSC exam for 12th-pass aspirants, drawing 30-40 lakh applicants annually.
CHSL fills Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant (PA/SA) and DEO Grade A roles. Postings are spread across CSS, Election Commission, departments of Post, CAG audit offices, ministries, and other Group C non-gazetted establishments.
The exam has a two-tier structure — both tiers are computer-based. Tier 1 is qualifying. Tier 2 has an objective MCQ session followed by a Skill/Typing Test that is qualifying-only (no marks added to merit). Final selection is based purely on Tier 2 objective scores plus DV.
Conducted by: Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India
Eligibility
General eligibility
- Age:
- 18-27 years. Relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwD +10 yrs, ex-servicemen as per rules.
- Education:
- 12th pass (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board. For DEO posts in C&AG, candidates must have studied Mathematics in 12th.
- Nationality:
- Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee, or person of Indian origin from specified countries.
Skill / typing requirement (post-specific)
- Age:
- Same as above.
- Education:
- Same general 12th-pass requirement.
- Nationality:
- Same.
- Attempts:
- For DEO posts: typing speed of 8,000-15,000 key depressions per hour on computer. For LDC/JSA/PA/SA: 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi.
Exam Pattern
Stage-by-stage breakdown of the recruitment process.
Tier 1 (Computer Based Test)
- Mode
- Online CBT
- Sections
- General Intelligence · General Awareness · Quantitative Aptitude (Basic) · English Language (Basic)
- Questions
- 100 (25 per section)
- Marks
- 200 (50 per section, +2 each)
- Duration
- 60 minutes (80 min for PwD)
- Negative marking
- -0.50 marks per wrong answer
Qualifying in nature. Used only to shortlist candidates for Tier 2.
Tier 2 Session 1 — Objective (merit-deciding)
- Mode
- Online CBT
- Sections
- Section I: Maths Abilities + Reasoning & GI · Section II: English + General Awareness · Section III: Computer Knowledge (qualifying)
- Questions
- Section I: 60 (30+30) · Section II: 60 (40+20) · Computer Knowledge: 15
- Marks
- Section I: 180 · Section II: 180 · Computer Knowledge: 45 (qualifying)
- Duration
- Section I: 1 hour · Section II: 1 hour · Computer: 15 min
- Negative marking
- -1 mark per wrong answer in Sections I and II
Each correct answer = +3 marks. Section I and II have separate fixed 1-hour windows — time cannot be carried over. Computer Knowledge is qualifying only.
Tier 2 Session 2 — Skill / Typing Test (qualifying)
- Mode
- Computer-based skill / typing test
- Sections
- DEO posts: Data Entry Skill Test (DEST) · LDC/JSA/PA/SA: Typing Test in English or Hindi
- Questions
- —
- Marks
- Qualifying only
- Duration
- 15 minutes
- Negative marking
- —
Must qualify, but no marks added to final merit. Final selection = Tier 2 Session 1 objective marks + document verification.
Syllabus
Tap any section to see the full list of subtopics.
General Intelligence11 topics
- Series (number, letter, alphanumeric)
- Coding-decoding
- Blood relations
- Direction sense
- Syllogisms (2-statement, possibility cases)
- Ranking and seating arrangement
- Calendar (day from date)
- Clock (angle calculations)
- Analogies and odd-one-out
- Venn diagrams (2-3 sets)
- Matrix reasoning
Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic + Basic Algebra)13 topics
- Number system, LCM and HCF
- Percentages
- Profit, loss and discount (single step)
- Simple and basic compound interest
- Ratio, proportion and partnership
- Time, work and basic pipes-cisterns
- Time, speed and distance (basic train and boat)
- Averages, ages
- Algebra (linear equations, basic quadratic)
- Geometry (triangles, circles — basic properties)
- Mensuration (perimeter, area of standard shapes)
- Basic trigonometry
- Data interpretation (tables, bar / pie charts)
English Language (Basic Knowledge)11 topics
- Synonyms and antonyms (intermediate vocabulary)
- One-word substitutes
- Idioms and phrases
- Spelling correction
- Error spotting (subject-verb, tense, prepositions)
- Sentence improvement
- Fill-in-the-blanks
- Active / passive voice
- Direct / indirect speech
- Reading comprehension (short passages)
- Cloze test
General Awareness8 topics
- Indian History (key dynasties, freedom struggle, major leaders)
- Indian Geography (states, rivers, mountains, climate)
- Indian Polity (Fundamental Rights, major Constitutional bodies)
- Indian Economy (RBI basics, major schemes)
- General Science (NCERT 9-12 fundamentals)
- Sports, awards, books and authors
- Current Affairs (last 6-12 months)
- Static GK (national symbols, monuments, dance forms)
Computer Knowledge (Tier 2 — qualifying)5 topics
- Computer fundamentals and terminology
- MS Office basics (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Internet, email and web browsers
- Networking fundamentals (LAN, IP)
- Cybersecurity (firewall, phishing, malware basics)
Preparation Strategy
Solve at least 3-5 years of CHSL Tier 1 previous-year papers before starting any mock test series. The papers tell you exactly what difficulty to expect and which topics get repeated.
Quant and Reasoning together carry 50% weightage of Tier 1 and the Maths + Reasoning section in Tier 2. Cover the basics deeply rather than rushing through. Build daily routine of 20 questions per topic with 90-second target per question.
English needs daily practice — 10 new vocabulary words a day, weekly grammar revision, and 1 reading comprehension passage in a timed setting. Most aspirants under-prepare for English; consistent effort there gives a major edge.
For General Awareness, focus on static GK (well-known facts that don't change) plus the last 6 months of current affairs. Pick one source — newspaper or monthly magazine — and stay consistent. Don't read 5 different sources.
Practice typing daily from Day 1 of preparation — DEO posts need 8,000+ key depressions per hour, and LDC needs 35 wpm. Use TypeRush, TypingMaster or any free typing tutor. This skill is qualifying but candidates who ignore it fail at the last step.
Recent Changes to Know
- Skill / Typing Test (Tier 2 Session 2) is qualifying only — no marks added to final merit. Selection is purely on Tier 2 Session 1 objective score.
- Tier 2 marking scheme: +3 marks for each correct answer, -1 for each wrong answer in Section I and Section II.
- Section I and Section II of Tier 2 have separate 1-hour time slots that cannot be combined.
- Tier 1 is fully qualifying — marks not counted in final selection. Final merit decided entirely by Tier 2 objective score.
Important Dates
- Notification
- Typically released in May-June
- Exam
- Tier 1: July-September · Tier 2: October-December · Final results: typically March-May of the following year
- Results
- Tier 1 results 1-2 months after the exam; final selection list after Tier 2 + Skill Test + DV
Dates change every cycle. Always check the latest notification on ssc.gov.in before applying.
Widely-Used Reference Books
Popular books many aspirants use — pick what fits your level.
- Rakesh Yadav — Arithmetic (good for CHSL-level Quant)
- RS Aggarwal — Quantitative Aptitude / Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning
- SP Bakshi — Objective General English
- Wren & Martin — High School English Grammar
- Lucent's General Knowledge
- Manorama Yearbook (current affairs)
- Kiran Publications — Previous Year SSC CHSL Papers
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SSC CHSL mock test — frequently asked questions
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How many questions are there in the SSC CHSL mock test?
A Full Mock is built to match the real SSC CHSL exam pattern and timing — a complete, full-length paper. You can also practise a single topic on its own for a shorter, focused session.
Which subjects and topics are covered for SSC CHSL?
4 topics are covered for SSC CHSL, including General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude (Basic), English Language and more. Each topic can be practised on its own or combined into a full-length mock.
Are the SSC CHSL questions reliable and up to date with the latest syllabus?
Every question is hand-curated and kept aligned with the current official SSC CHSL syllabus, each with a short explanation. When the exam body revises the syllabus, the question bank is updated so you are not practising removed or out-of-syllabus topics.
Do I get the correct answers and explanations for SSC CHSL?
Yes. After you submit the test, every question shows the correct option along with a short explanation, so you can review and fix weak areas immediately.
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How should I use Kamiyab to prepare for SSC CHSL?
Practise a single topic daily for focused revision, then take a full-length mock to simulate the real SSC CHSL timer and pressure. Read the explanations after every test and re-practise the topics where you score low.