The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) 2025 notification, opening opportunities for candidates to secure Group C government jobs in central ministries and departments. This year, a total of 3,131 vacancies have been announced.
- Exam Name: SSC CHSL 2025 (Combined Higher Secondary Level)
- Conducting Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Vacancies: 3,131
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: https://ssc.gov.in
- Job Location: Across India
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 23 June 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 23 June 2025 |
| Application End Date | 18 July 2025 (11 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 19 July 2025 (11 PM) |
| Form Correction Window | 23–24 July 2025 |
| Tier-I Exam | 8–18 September 2025 |
| Tier-II Exam | Feb–Mar 2026 (Tentative) |
The SSC CHSL 2025 exam will fill Group C posts in various government ministries:
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Postal Assistant (PA) / Sorting Assistant (SA)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’
| Post Name | Pay Level | Approx. In-hand Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Level 2 | ₹25,000–₹30,000 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Level 2 | ₹25,000–₹30,000 |
| Postal Assistant (PA)/Sorting Assistant (SA) | Level 2 | ₹25,000–₹30,000 |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | Level 2 | ₹25,000–₹30,000 |
| Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’ | Level 4 | ₹31,000–₹40,000 |
Note: Basic Pay starts at ₹19,900 for Level 2 and ₹25,500 for Level 4. In-hand salary includes allowances like HRA, TA, and DA.
- Education: Must have passed 12th (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Age Limit: 18–27 years as on 1 January 2025 (age relaxation applicable as per rules)
- Nationality: Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or PIO as per Govt. norms.
- Tier-I: CBT – 100 MCQs (General Intelligence, English, Maths, GK)
- Tier-II: Descriptive Paper (Essay & Letter) + Skill/Typing Test (as per post)
- Document Verification: Final stage before appointment
Tier-I (Objective MCQ):
- General Intelligence – 25 questions
- English Language – 25 questions
- Quantitative Aptitude – 25 questions
- General Awareness – 25 questions
- Total Marks – 200 (0.50 negative mark per wrong answer)
- Go to the SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in
- Click on “New User? Register Now” for One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Login using your Registration ID and Password
- Click on “Apply” under SSC CHSL 2025 section
- Fill the application form with accurate details
- Upload documents: Photograph, Signature, ID Proof
- Pay application fee: ₹100 for General/OBC; No fee for SC/ST/Female/PwBD
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
The SSC CHSL 2025 exam offers thousands of government job opportunities for 12th pass candidates. With job security, good pay, and nationwide postings, it remains one of the most popular exams in India.
Apply before 18 July 2025 and start your preparation today!
