The Staff Selection Commission conducts SSC CHSL exam every year for recruitment in various Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations of the Government of India. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL, 10+2) Exam for recruitment to various posts like
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) start conducting the Combined Higher Secondary Level(CHSL) in three levels for various posts:
Tier | Type | Mode |
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Tier – I | Objective Multiple Choice | Computer Based (Online) |
Tier – II | Descriptive Paper in English/Hindi | Pen and Paper mode |
Tier – III | Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test | Wherever Applicable |
Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Exam Duration |
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1 | General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
60 minutes(80 minutes for PWD Candidates) |
2 | General Awarness | 25 | 50 | |
3 | Quantitative Aptitude(Basic Arithmetic Skill) | 25 | 50 | |
4 | English Language(Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 50 | |
Total | 100 | 200 |
Please note that the total duration of Tier-1 is 60 minutes for all candidates. However, this duration extends till 80 minutes for PwD candidates.
SSC CHSL Tier-II is a descriptive type of test. In order to assess the writing skills of candidates in English/Hindi, the candidates have to qualify Tier-II. This written test comprises of an Essay of 200-250 words and Letter/Application writing of about 150-200 words. The minimum marks that a candidate needs to score in SSC CHSL Tier-II are 33 per cent.
The Tier III of SSC CHSL 2021 comprises of a couple of skill tests which are needed for selection to certain government posts. These include typing test, for which a candidate must have a 30wpm (Hindi Medium) and 35wpm (English Medium). The test duration is 15 minutes. For visually handicapped (40% disabled), 30 minutes will be provided. Finally, a merit list will be prepared after the typing test.