The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC CHSL 2025 Notification for the recruitment of Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) posts. This year, a total of approximately 3131 vacancies are expected across various government ministries and departments.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Applications | 23 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 July 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Online Fee Payment Last Date | 19 July 2025 (11:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 23 – 24 July 2025 |
| SSC CHSL Tier-I Exam | 08 – 18 September 2025 |
| SSC CHSL Tier-II Exam | February–March 2026 (Tentative) |
Post Names & Pay Scale
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
Pay Level-2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 - Data Entry Operator (DEO)
Pay Level-4: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Pay Level-5: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 - DEO Grade ‘A’ (in certain ministries):
Pay Level-4: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (as on 01.01.2026):
- For DEO in specific ministries: 12th pass in Science stream with Mathematics.
- For all other posts: 12th standard pass from a recognized board.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026):
- 18 to 27 years
- Age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ESM categories.
Selection Process
The SSC CHSL 2025 selection will be done in two stages:
- Tier-I: Computer-Based Test (Objective)
- Tier-II: CBT (Objective) + Typing/Skill Test
Tier-I Exam Pattern:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
- Duration: 60 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer
Tier-II Highlights:
- Divided into 2 sessions on the same day
- Includes sections on Math, Reasoning, English, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge
- Qualifying Skill Test or Typing Test for LDC/JSA/DEO
Application Fee
- ₹100/- for General/OBC/EWS
- No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Women candidates
- Mode of payment: UPI, Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking
How to Apply
- Apply online at the new SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in
- Aadhaar authentication is encouraged but not mandatory
- Last date to apply: 18 July 2025 (11 PM)
SSC CHSL 2025 Syllabus (Tier-I)
English: Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms, Antonyms, Comprehension, Active/Passive Voice, etc.
General Intelligence: Series, Analogies, Venn Diagrams, Logical Deductions, etc.
Quantitative Aptitude: Simplification, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Geometry, Algebra, etc.
General Awareness: Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, etc.
Direct Links
- SSC CHSL 2025 Notification PDF
- Apply Online
- SSC CHSL Syllabus 2025 (Detailed) (create and link if not already)
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SSC CHSL 2025?
18 July 2025 (till 11 PM).
Q2. How many vacancies are released in SSC CHSL 2025?
Tentatively 3131 vacancies.
Q3. What is the eligibility for SSC CHSL 2025?
Candidates must have passed 12th standard from a recognized board.
Q4. Is Aadhaar mandatory for SSC CHSL application?
No, but Aadhaar-based authentication is recommended.
Q5. What is the application fee for SSC CHSL 2025?
₹100 for General category; exempted for reserved categories and women.