SSC CHSL Previous Year Question Paper Pattern
Staff Selection Commission — Combined Higher Secondary Level
Conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Last verified: 2026-06-05. Always match this with the latest official notification before final preparation.
Tier I (Computer Based)
Marks
200
Time
60 min
Negative
−0.5 marks per wrong answer
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
Tier II (Descriptive)
Marks
100
Time
60 min
Negative
None
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (250 words) | 1 | 50 |
| Letter / Application (150 words) | 1 | 50 |
Pen-and-paper mode. Minimum qualifying marks apply. Check official notification for cut-off.
Important Topics
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