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SSC CHSL Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026

🏛️ Staff Selection Commission (SSC) 🎓 10+2 / Intermediate from a recognised board Official syllabus PDF →

SSC CHSL syllabus is 10+2 level. Tier-I mirrors CGL-style four sections; Tier-II Session-I adds Computer Knowledge and expanded GA; Session-II is skill/typing test for DEO/LDC posts.

SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2026

  • Tier-I & II: 0.50 negative marking
  • Skill test is qualifying only
Section / SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Intelligence2550
General Awareness2550
Quantitative Aptitude2550
English Language2550

Selection Stages

  1. Tier-I CBT — 4 sections × 25 Q (200 marks, 60 min); 0.50 negative marking
  2. Tier-II Session-I — Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English, GA, Computer Knowledge
  3. Tier-II Session-II — Skill Test (DEO) or Typing Test (LDC/JSA) — qualifying
  4. Document Verification

Syllabus Highlights

  • Typing: 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi for DEO
  • Skill test for DEO Grade A — data entry speed
  • Tier-II Session-I has 1 mark penalty per wrong answer

Subject-wise Syllabus

Topic list compiled from official notification pattern and prep portals — verify any change on the conducting body website before the exam.

Reasoning & General Intelligence(50 marks)

  • Analogy, classification, series
  • Coding, matrix, word formation
  • Venn diagrams, syllogism
  • Direction, blood relations
  • Non-verbal reasoning
  • Missing numbers & figural patterns

Quantitative Aptitude(50 marks)

  • Number system & simplification
  • Percentage, ratio, average
  • Profit & loss, discount
  • SI/CI, partnership
  • Time & work, time & distance
  • Mensuration & basic algebra

English Language(50 marks)

  • Spot the error
  • Fill in the blanks
  • Synonyms & antonyms
  • Idioms, one word substitution
  • Comprehension & cloze test
  • Sentence improvement

General Awareness(50 marks)

  • History & culture
  • Geography & polity
  • Economy & scientific research
  • Books, awards, sports
  • Current affairs
  • Computer basics (Tier-II)

How to Prepare

  • CHSL Maths is easier than CGL — focus on arithmetic speed.
  • Practice typing at 35 wpm (English) or 30 wpm (Hindi) for DEO posts.
  • Previous year CHSL papers (2019–2024) are essential for pattern familiarity.
📄 Previous Year Papers → SSC CHSL Hub →

Syllabus FAQs

What is the SSC CHSL qualification?
10+2 / Intermediate pass from a recognised board. DEO Grade A requires 12th with Science stream and Maths at 10th level.
Is SSC CHSL Tier-II descriptive?
No — CHSL Tier-II is objective CBT. Only a skill/typing test follows for specific posts.

Syllabus & pattern compiled from Testbook , Testbook , Testbook and Career Power . Always verify against the latest official notification on ssc.gov.in .

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