The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for SSC CHSL 2026 for recruitment to various Group ‘C’ posts. The online application process will be conducted from 7 September 2026 to 7 October 2026. Candidates will be selected through Tier-I and Tier-II examinations.
Tier-I is an objective-type computer-based examination consisting of English, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness. Candidates qualifying Tier-I will appear for Tier-II, which also includes Computer Knowledge and Skill/Typing Tests as applicable.
SSC CHSL 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | SSC CHSL 2026 |
| Posts | LDC/JSA, DEO & Other Posts |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Selection Process | Tier-I & Tier-II |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 October 2026 |
| Tier-I Exam | Computer Based Examination |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Tier-I Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 60 Minutes |
- Objective-type Multiple Choice Questions
- Negative Marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer
- Sectional timer of 15 minutes for each subject.
Tier-I Syllabus
1. English Language
- Spot the Error
- Fill in the Blanks
- Synonyms/Homonyms & Antonyms
- Spelling
- Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitution
- Sentence Improvement
- Active/Passive Voice
- Direct/Indirect Narration
- Sentence Shuffling
- Cloze Test
- Comprehension Passage
General Intelligence
- Analogy
- Classification
- Venn Diagrams
- Number & Figural Series
- Coding-Decoding
- Space Orientation
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Embedded Figures
- Pattern Folding
- Word Building
- Emotional & Social Intelligence
- Numerical Operations
Quantitative Aptitude
- Number System
- Percentage
- Ratio & Proportion
- Average
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Profit & Loss
- Discount
- Partnership
- Mixture & Alligation
- Time & Distance
- Time & Work
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Trigonometry
- Statistical Charts
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- History
- Culture
- Geography
- Economic Scene
- General Policy
- Scientific Research
- India and neighbouring countries
Tier-II Exam Pattern
Session-I
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section-I | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | 30 Min |
| Reasoning & General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | 30 Min | |
| Section-II | English Language & Comprehension | 40 | 120 | 40 Min |
| General Awareness | 20 | 60 | 20 Min | |
| Section- III | Computer Knowledge | 15 | 45 | 15 Min |
Session-I Duration: 2 Hours 15 Minutes.
Session-II
Section-IV: Skill Test / Typing Test
- DEO: Skill Test – 15 minutes
- LDC/JSA: Typing Test – 10 minutes
- Tier-II has mandatory qualifying sections.
Tier-II Syllabus
Mathematical Abilities: Number System, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Statistics & Probability.
Reasoning & General Intelligence: Analogy, Classification, Series, Venn Diagram, Coding-Decoding, Non-verbal Reasoning, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence and Social Intelligence.
English Language & Comprehension: Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, Error Detection, Fill in the Blanks, Idioms, One Word Substitution, Voice, Narration, Cloze Test and Comprehension.
General Awareness: Current events, general awareness, history, culture, geography, economic scene, general policy and scientific research.
SSC CHSL 2026 Important Links
| SSC CHSL 2026 Notification | Notification |
| SSC Official Website | SSC |
