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SSC CHSL Mock Test Series 2026 (Tier 1 & Tier 2)
Last updated on Oct 11, 2026
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SSC CHSL topic-wise practice questions β Previous year papers β
SSC CHSL Tier 1 β Full Mock 2 Free
SSC CHSL Tier 1 English Language β Sectional Test 1 Free
SSC CHSL Tier 1 General Intelligence β Sectional Test 1 Free
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Quantitative Aptitude β Sectional Test 1 Free
SSC CHSL Tier 1 General Awareness β Sectional Test 1 Free
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SSC CHSL guide
What is SSC CHSL?
SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) recruits 12th-pass candidates for Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant posts in central government offices and departments.
It is one of the highest-volume exams for 12th-pass students, with 3β5 lakh candidates appearing each year for roughly 3,000β5,000 vacancies. Because there is no interview, every mark in the Mains counts directly toward your merit rank.
Selection is through a Tier 1 qualifying computer-based test, a Tier 2 merit-deciding CBT with a descriptive/computer-based writing module, and a qualifying skill or typing test depending on the post.
SSC CHSL salary (post-7th Pay Commission) starts at Pay Level 2 (βΉ19,900) for LDC/JSA and Pay Level 4 (βΉ25,500) for DEO (Grade A). Gross in-hand pay after HRA, DA and TA typically ranges from βΉ28,000ββΉ40,000 depending on city and post.
Posting is mostly in Delhi for central secretariat posts but also in regional offices of income tax, customs, CBIC and MEA across India. A good posting + job security + pension makes CHSL highly sought after by 12th-pass aspirants.
100Questions Β· Tier 1 (qualifying)
200Total marks
60 minDuration
36 secAverage time per question
Conducted byStaff Selection Commission (SSC)
Eligibility12th pass from a recognised board
Age limit18β27 years (SC/ST +5, OBC +3, PwBD +10)
PostsLDC, JSA, DEO, Postal Assistant, Sorting Assistant
Pay LevelLevel 2 (βΉ19,900) for LDC/JSA; Level 4 (βΉ25,500) for DEO
Negative marking0.50 marks/wrong (Tier 1); 1 mark/wrong (Tier 2)
InterviewNone β merit based on Tier 2 only
Official websitessc.gov.in
How it works
SSC CHSL selection process
1
Tier 1 β CBT (qualifying)
100 questions across GI&R, GK, Quant and English in 60 minutes. Only used to shortlist for Tier 2.
2
Tier 2 β CBT (merit)
Session I: Maths & Reasoning (60 min). Session II: English, GK & Computer (45 min) plus a word-processing module (15 min).
3
Skill/typing test (qualifying)
DEOs: 8,000 key depressions per hour on a computer (English) or 15 min passage at prescribed accuracy. LDC/JSA: 35 WPM English or 30 WPM Hindi typing test on a computer.
β
Document verification
Certificates, eligibility and category verified before allotment.
Exam pattern
SSC CHSL exam pattern
Tier 1 (qualifying)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
| Total Β· 60 min | 100 | 200 |
0.50 mark deducted per wrong answer. Qualifying only.
Tier 2 has two objective sections (Maths + Reasoning; English + General Awareness), a qualifying computer module, and a skill/typing test.
Syllabus
SSC CHSL syllabus: subjects & topics
Quantitative Aptitude
Number SystemFractions & DecimalsPercentageRatio & ProportionSimple & Compound InterestProfit & LossTime & WorkTime Speed DistanceMensuration (2D & 3D)Trigonometry (Class 10)Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar, Pie)
General Intelligence & Reasoning
AnalogiesOdd One OutCoding-DecodingBlood RelationsSeries (Number, Letter, Figure)SyllogismMirror & Water ImagePaper FoldingVenn DiagramsStatement-Conclusion
English Language
Reading ComprehensionFill in the BlanksError DetectionSentence CorrectionSynonyms & AntonymsOne-Word SubstitutionIdioms & PhrasesCloze TestSpellings
General Awareness
Current EventsIndian HistoryIndian GeographyIndian PolityEconomy BasicsScience (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)Computer BasicsSSC Static GK
Strategy
How to prepare for SSC CHSL
01Clear Tier 1 with a high score
Although Tier 1 is qualifying, a high score helps your confidence and pace. Target 160+/200 in practice mocks.
02Focus Tier 2 Session II English
Session II English carries heavy marks. Practice one reading comprehension passage and two grammar sections daily.
03Prepare for the typing test early
Many candidates clear CBT but fail the typing test. Start typing practice (35 WPM in English) from month 1. Use free tools like Typing.com.
04Master Class 10 Maths
CHSL Quant is Class 10 level. Complete NCERT Class 9 and 10 Maths first, then practice topic-wise SSC questions from previous years.
05Revise GK from SSC-specific books
SSC static GK (capitals, books & authors, awards, national parks) repeats every year. Use Lucent's GK or any SSC-specific static GK book and revise it twice before the exam.
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FAQs
SSC CHSL: frequently asked questions
What is the typing speed required for SSC CHSL?
For LDC/JSA: 35 words per minute in English or 30 in Hindi on a computer. DEO posts have a separate data-entry speed (8,000 key depressions per hour).
Is the SSC CHSL syllabus the same as CGL?
The subjects overlap (Quant, Reasoning, English, GK) but CHSL is at 12th level. Trigonometry, Geometry, and Algebra are simpler and there is no Statistics paper.
Is there negative marking in SSC CHSL?
Yes β 0.50 marks per wrong answer in Tier 1, and 1 mark per wrong answer in Tier 2 objective sections.
What is the salary of SSC CHSL LDC?
LDC/JSA are at Pay Level 2: basic βΉ19,900. After DA, HRA (city-dependent) and TA, gross in-hand is βΉ28,000ββΉ35,000 in non-metro areas and up to βΉ38,000 in metro cities.
What is the difference between LDC and DEO in SSC CHSL?
LDC (Lower Division Clerk) works in general clerical work in central offices; DEO (Data Entry Operator) works on computer-based data entry. DEO is at a higher pay level (Level 4 vs Level 2).
Can I appear for SSC CHSL after Class 12 in the same year?
Yes. Candidates who appeared in or passed Class 12 in the exam year are eligible, subject to producing mark sheets at document verification.
Is there an interview in SSC CHSL?
No. SSC CHSL is interview-free. Final merit is based entirely on Tier 2 marks (plus qualifying skill/typing test).
What are the best posts in SSC CHSL?
Postal Assistant and DEO (Grade A) in the Ministry of External Affairs and DCRB are generally considered the best for work-life balance, pay and promotions.
How many attempts are allowed in SSC CHSL?
There is no limit on the number of attempts as long as you are within the age limit (18β27 years with applicable relaxations).
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The exam pattern, eligibility and other details are based on the latest notifications available and can change from one cycle to the next. Always confirm in the official notification on Staff Selection Commission before you apply.
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