SSC CHSL Exam Date 2025 (New Soon): Shift Timings & Exam Schedule

Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam 2025 ( SSC CHSL )

Rupali Pruthi
Updated on Sep 29, 2025 15:20 IST

By Rupali Pruthi, Deputy Manager - Editorial

SSC CHSL Exam Date 2025 OUT: The Staff Selection Commission has announced to conduct the SSC CHSL exam from the fourth week of October 2025. The SSC CHSL exam city slip 2025 will be released soon. Candidates will get to know about the allotted exam centre city and exam date through their city slip. The SSC CHSL admit card will be released around two to three days before the exam.

The SSC CHSL application form was available from June 23 to July 18, 2025. The last date to pay the SSC CHSL application fee was July 19, 2025. The CHSL application form correction window was available from July 25 to 26, 2025. The SSC CHSL 2025 notification was released on June 23, 2025, to fill a total of 3131 vacancies for Group C posts. 

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  • SSC CHSL Exam Events
  • SSC CHSL Exam 2025
  • SSC CHSL Exam Dates 2025
  • SSC CHSL Exam Dates 2025 FAQs
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SSC CHSL Exam Events

Check below the important events of the SSC CHSL exam process below:

  • SSC CHSL notification: The Commission releases the SSC CHSL notification on the official website. The notification contains all important details about the CHSL exam such as eligibility criteria, the application process, the syllabus, etc.
  • SSC CHSL application form: The application form is released with the official notification. The last date to apply online for the CHSL exam is generally after the month of the issue of notification.
  • SSC CHSL admit card: SSC CHSL admit card for all the regions is released about four days before the exam. Candidates can download their CHSL admit card from the official regional websites of the commission.
  • SSC CHSL exam: SSC CHSL exam is conducted in two tiers- Tier 1 and Tier 2. Both tiers are conducted online as computer-based exams.
  • SSC CHSL result: SSC generally releases the SSC CHSL result within 45 days of the exam. The result is released along with the SSC CHSL cut-off. Candidates can check their results and cut off using the login details on the link activated by the Commission.

Read More: SSC CHSL Post Preference & Option Form 2025

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Q:   What is SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 Exam Dates?
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The exact SSC CHSL 2025 dates will be announced soon. The Commission has announced to conduct the SSC CHSL exam 2025 Tier 1 from the 4th week of October 2025. Candidates need to download the admit card to know the allotted exam date and time for the SSC CHSL exam. 

Q:   What is the SSC CHSL Upcoming Vacancy 2025?
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The SSC CHSL vacancy 2025 has been notified with the release of official notification. The Commission has announced to fill a total of 3,131 vacancies under the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2025. The SSC CHSL application 2025 is being carried out online. The post-wise SSC CHSL vacancy 2025 list has been released for the Group C posts for Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operators (DEO). 

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SSC CHSL Exam 2025

The exam dates help in preparing the study plan for the exam. The SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) is one of the largest exams conducted in India based on the number of candidates applying for the exam. The SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam is the first stage of the exam process, followed by the Tier 2 exam and Skill Test/Typing Test. The SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam is objective and on the other hand, the SSC CHSL Tier 2 is a descriptive exam conducted offline across the nation at the designated exam centres. The Commission releases the tentative SSC CHSL answer key within ten days of the completion of the exam and candidates are provided with the opportunity to send their objections within the specified format to the Commission.

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Q:   Why is the SSC CHSL exam conducted?
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The Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) is one of the largest exams in India based on the number of candidates appearing for the exam every year. The name of the exam, CHSL, comes from the educational qualification required from candidates to appear for the exam. The exam is conducted by the SSC to recruit candidates for various posts including LDC, JSA, PA, SA, and DEO in different ministries or departments of the Government of India. The CHSL exam recruitment includes clerical and non-technical jobs as well in various ministries and organizations with central government officers.
Q:   What are the different stages of SSC CHSL exam?
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The SSC CHSL exam process consists of the following stages: Tier I: Objective-type computer-based examination (CBE) Tier II: Objective-type computer-based examination and skill test The SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam is the first stage of the exam followed by the Tier 2 exam. The SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam is objective in nature and Tier 2 is a descriptive in nature. The Tier 1 exam is conducted online and Tier 2 is conducted offline across the nation at the designated exam centres. Candidates are required to score equal to or more than the SSC CHSL cutoff marks to get selected for the next tier.

SSC CHSL Exam Dates 2025

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SSC CHSL 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Oct ' 25

SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 Exam Date

TENTATIVE
DatesPast Exam Dates
25 Jul ' 25 - 26 Jul ' 25

Application Form Correction

23 Jun ' 25

SSC CHSL 2025 Notification

23 Jun ' 25 - 18 Jul ' 25

SSC CHSL 2025 Application Dates

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SSC CHSL Exam Dates 2025 FAQs

Please see SSC CHSL dates 2025 FAQs below:

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Q:   Is SSC CHSL exam calendar 2025 out?
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Yes, the SSC CHSL exam calendar 2025 has been released by the Commission. The SSC CHSL 2025 schedule has been announced in the official notification. The SSC CHSL notification was released on June 23, 2025. The CHSL form was available from June 23 to July 18, 2025. The Combined Higher Secondary (10 2) Level Examination 2025 Tier 1 exam will be held soon.

Q:   When will SSC CHSL admit card 2025 be released?
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The SSC CHSL admit card 2025 for Tier 1 exam will be released soon. The Commission will release the SSC CHSL admit card download link on the official website. Candidates can download their admit cards by entering the login details on the official link activated by the Commission. It is compulsory for candidates to carry their admit cards to the SSC CHSL exam centre on the day of examination.

Q:   Is there any age limit to apply for SSC CHSL exam?
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Yes, there is an age limit to apply for the SSC CHSL 2025 exam. Candidate should be a minimum of 18 years of age and a maximum of 27 years of age to apply for the SSC CHSL exam. There is relaxation of upper age limit for reserved category candidates. The SC/ ST category candidates get 5 years relaxation, OBC category candidates et 3 years and PwD category get 10 years relaxation.

Q:   How to Download SSC CHSL notification PDF?
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Candidates can download the SSC CHSL notification PDF by following the steps given below: 

  • Visit the official website- ssc.gov.in.
  • Click on the CHSL official notification link
  • Go through the PDF
  • Download notification
Q:   What are the SSC CHSL Tier 2 2025 exam dates?
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The SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam will be conducted in February-March 2025. The Staff Selection Commmission will conduct the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Tier 2 Exam 2025 at the designated exam centres. The candidates will get the information regarding the exam through their admit card only after the declaration of the Tier 1 results.

Q:   Does SSC CHSL has physical tests?
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No, the SSC CHSL (10+2) exam does not have physical tests or PET/ PST. The SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) selection process comprises the following stages:

  1. Tier 1: Online exam (Objective Type)
  2. Tier 2: Online exam (Objective Type) and Skill Test or Typing Test 
Q:   When will SSC CHSL 2025 Application Form be released?
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The Staff Selection Commission released the SSC CHSL Tier 1 application form on June 23, 2025. The Commission released the SSC CHSL 2025 notification on the same date. The last date to apply online for the SSC CHSL 2025 was July 18, 2025. The Commission will conduct the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam 2025 from September 8 to 18, 2025.

Q:   What is the purpose of SSC CHSL?
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The Staff Selection Commission conducts the SSC CHSL exam every year to recruit candidates for Group C posts in ministries and departments of the Government of India. The SSC CHSL recruitment is carried out based on the vacancies notified by these departments and ministries. The Group C posts filled through SSC CHSL (10+2) exam are Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and Postal Assistant (PA), and Sorting Assistant (SA).

Q:   When will the SSC CHSL notification 2025 release?
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SSC CHSL notification 2025 will be released on June 23, 2025 on the official website. The SSC CHSL notification lays out all the important rules and regulations for the exam. Candidates must refer to the official SSC CHSL notification to get all the important requirements for the SSC CHSL form. SSC conducts the CHSL exam to recruit candidates for various posts such as LDC, JSA, PA, SA, and DEO in different ministries/departments/offices of the Government of India. It includes non-technical and clerical jobs in various ministries and positions with central government officers, including the department of post.

Q:   Is the SSC CHSL Apply Online Link 2025 activated?
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Yes, the SSC CHSL apply online link 2025 was released on June 23. The link to the SSC CHSL application form 2025 was released along with the official notification. Candidates were given a month to fill out the online application form. The SSC CHSL application form was available from June 23 to July 18, 2025.

Q:   How to capture SSC CHSL live photo on application form?
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Candidates do not need to upload scanned images of their photographs on the SSC CHSL application form. The new application module on the website- ssc.gov.in captures live photos of candidates. For capturing SSC CHSL live photo, candidates need to have a webcam on a computer/ laptop or an Android device for capturing live photo. Candidates need to fulfill the following requirements for live photo.

  • Find a place with good light and plain background.
  • Camera should be at eye level.
  • Position yourself directly in front of the camera and look straight.
  • Do not wear a cap, mask, glasses or spectacles.

However, candidates need to upload the scanned image of their signature on the form.

Q:   Is there descriptive paper in SSC CHSL exam?
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No, there is no descriptive paper in the SSC CHSL examination. There are two tiers in SSC CHSL - Tier 1 and Tier 2. Both tiers comprise an online objective-type exam containing multiple-choice questions (MCQs). However, the Tier 2 includes Skill Test or Typing Test as well.

Q:   When will the SSC CHSL form correction 2025 facility start?
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SSC CHSL application correction 2025 facility was available for two days on July 25 and 26, 2025. Candidates who successfully submitted the SSC CHSL application form 2025 could make changes to a few fields in the form. This was the final opportunity for candidates to make changes to the already submitted online form. SSC does not allow candidates to make any changes thereafter.

Q:   What is the last date to apply for the SSC CHSL 2025 exam?
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The last date to apply online for the SSC CHSL 2025 exam was July 18, 2025. Candidates need to submit the SSC CHSL application form 2025 before the due date. Generally, candidates should fill out the online application form as early as possible to avoid last-minute technical glitches such as server problems or low internet connectivity. The SSC CHSL apply online link 2025 was available from June 23, 2025, to July 18, 2025. The SSC CHSL application fee 2025 could be paid up to July 18, 2025. 

Q:   How many vacancies are expected in SSC CHSL 2025 Exam?
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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced a total of 3,131 vacancies under the SSC CHSL (10+2) 2025 recruitment drive. These SSC CHSL vacancies will be filled for the posts of Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO) and Data Entry Operator, Grade 'A' in the Central Government ministries and departments.

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Answered a month ago

The Staff Selection Commission scheduled the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam from September 8 to September 18, 2025. However, the exam is postponed due to the clash of exam dates with the SSC CGL exam in September. As of now, there is no official announcement regarding the new exam dates for the Combined Highe

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Piyush Bhandari

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Answered a month ago

Yes, the exam is postponed. The Commission will conduct the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam in October-November 2025. The exam will start in the fourth week of October.

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Rupali Pruthi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The following are the SSC CHSL crucial dates 2025:

  • 01-Jan-2026: For age reference for all registered candidates
  • 18-Jul-2025 (last date of application): For claim of SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwBD/ ESM status or other benefits

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Satyendra Shukla

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

Candidates need to upload the scanned image of signature in JPEG/ JPG format on the SSC CHSL form as per given size and dimension:

  • 10 to 20 KB in size
  • 6.0 cm (width) x 2.0 cm (height) in dimensions

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Ranjeeta Srivastava

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

No, there is no exemption for reserved category candidates from the SSC CHSL form correction fees. Candidates of all categories and even female candidates need to pay the application correction fee while making the changes. The SSC CHSL form correction fee is INR 200 for first time and INR 500 for t

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Upasana Hazarika

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

The Staff Selection Commission fixes the age cutoff date for the SSC CHSL exam and mentions it on the official notification every year. As per the SSC CHSL notification 2025, the age cutoff date for the exam this year is January 1, 2026. Candidates' age will be taken into account as on January 1,

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Rupali Pruthi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has activated the online mock test link for all the exams conducted by it, such as CHSL, GD Constable, CGL, MTS, JE, Steno, etc. Candidates can get the SSC CHSL mock test for free by visiting the official website- ssc.gov.in. Moreover, candidates can use this Shi

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Vikram Shukla

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

No, the SSC CHSL 2025 application last date was not extended. The last date to apply online for the SSC CHSL 2025 exam was July 18, 2025. Candidates should submit their applications on time without waiting for the last date. The Commission did not extend the last date of SSC CHSL application form su

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Pragati Datta

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

No, the SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam is not qualifying in nature. In Tier 1, it is compulsory to clear all 4 sections. Based on the performance in Sections 1 and 2 of the Tier 2 exam, candidates are shortlisted for evaluation of Section 3 (Computer Knowledge Test) and Section 4 (Skill Test/ Typing Test). Ho

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Mukul Pruthi

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

The SSC CHSL Tier 2 comprises an online exam (Objective Type questions) and Skill Test/ Typing Test. Candidates who clear the Tier 1 exam need to appear for the SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam. There are 4 sections in the Tier 2 exam, and it is mandatory for candidates to clear all four sections of the exam an

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Virajita Shukla

Beginner-Level 5

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