What are the different stages of SSC CHSL exam?

The SSC CHSL exam process has these stages- Tier I- Objective-type computer-based examination (CBE) Tier II- Objective-type computer-based examination and skill test Candidates are required to score equal to or more than the SSC CHSL cutoff marks to get selected for the next tier.

Is it mandatory to appear for all the tier of SSC CHSL exam?

Yes, it is mandatory to appear for all the two tiers of SSC CHSL exam. Candidates qualifying for the CHSL Tier 1 exam are called to appear for the Tier 2 paper. The SSC CHSL Tier 2 is conducted in two sessions - Session –I & Session II, on the same day. Session-I includes conducting of Section-I, Section-II, and Modules-I of Section-III and Session-II includes conducting of Modules-II of Section-III. It is mandatory for the candidates to qualify for all the sections of Tier II.

Which language is the SSC CHSL exam paper set?

The questions in the SSC CHSL exam are set in English, Hindi and any other language opted by candidates in their respective application form, except for Section II Modules-II (English Language and Comprehension modules) of Tier 2 exam. In case of any difference or discrepancy in the SSC CHSL questions between English and the opted language, the content of English language will prevails.

What is SSC CHSL exam duration for Tier 1 and Tier 2?

The SSC CHSL exam is conducted in two tiers, that is, Tier 1 and Tier 2. The marks scored by candidates are normalised by the commission. Such normalised scores are used to determine the final merit list and cut-off marks. Have a look at the SSC CHSL exam duration for Tier 1 and Tier 2 exam below: Tier 1 exam duration: All four sections of the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam last 60 minutes for all candidates and 80 minutes for those who are eligible to scribe. Tier 2 exam duration: The time duration in the SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam is two hours and fifteen minutes for Session I and for Session II, Section 3 (Module II), fifteen minutes for the skill test for DEO, and ten minutes for the typing test for LDC/ JSA.

What are the total marks in SSC CHSL Tier 1?

The Commission conduct the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam in online mode. SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam holds a total weightage of 200 marks. As per the SSC CHSL exam pattern, the Tier 1 has 100 questions, 25 MCQs from each of the four subjects/sections - English, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answers given by candidates. SSC CHSL Tier 1 Marking Scheme: The Commission mentioned the SSC CHSL marking pattern in the official notification. The correct answer will fetch 2 marks and 0.50 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

How much marks required for SSC CHSL Tier 1?

Candidates need to obtain the following minimum qualifying marks for SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam: Category Qualifying Marks Minimum Marks UR 30% 60 OBC/ EWS 25% 50 All other categories 20% 40

What are the total marks in SSC CHSL Tier 1?

The Commission conduct the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam in online mode. SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam holds a total weightage of 200 marks. As per the SSC CHSL exam pattern, the Tier 1 has 100 questions, 25 MCQs from each of the four subjects/sections - English, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Intelligence and Reasoning. There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answers given by candidates. SSC CHSL Tier 1 Marking Scheme: The Commission mentioned the SSC CHSL marking pattern in the official notification. The correct answer will fetch 2 marks and 0.50 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

Has the exam pattern for the SSC CHSL 2025 been changed?

No, the SSC CHSL 2025 exam pattern has not been changed. Earlier, the Commission changed the exam pattern for the SSC CHSL exam in 2022 to expedite the recruitment process. SSC CHSL exam is now be conducted in two tiers as mentioned below: Tier 1 and Tier 2. The Tier 1 Examination consists of Objective Type, Multiple choice questions only. The questions are set in English and Hindi. There is negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer. The SSC CHSL Tier 2 Examination is conducted in two sessions - Session I and Session II, on same day. Session-I will include conducting of Section-I, Section-II and Module I of Section III. Session II will include conducting of Module-II of Section III. Also, it is mandatory for the candidates to qualify all the sections of Tier 2. The Tier 2 consists of Objective Type, Multiple choice questions, except for Module-II of Section III. The questions are set in English and Hindi except for Module II (I. e. English Language and Comprehension module) in Section II. There is negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section I, Section II and Module I of Section III of the Tier 2 exam.

What is the weightage of marks in SSC CHSL exam?

The marks obtained in the SSC CHSL Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams are counted for the final merit list. Final selection and allocation of Ministries/ Departments/ Offices to the candidates is made on the basis of performance of candidates in Tier 1 and Tier 2 examinations, the preference of Posts/ Departments given by them at the time of Document Verification and their performance in DV and Skill Test (Tier 3).

What type of questions are asked in SSC CHSL exam?

SSC CHSL Tier 1 contains objective-type multiple choice questions (MCQs). On the other hand, SSC CHSL Tier 2 is objective type as well, except for Module-II of Section-3, which is a Typing or Skill Test. The questions are set in English, Hindi and language opted by candidates, except for Module-II (i.e. English Language and Comprehension module) in Section II of Tier 2 examination.

Is SSC CHSL Tier 1 qualifying in nature?

No, the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam is not qualifying in nature, as candidates need to obtain the cut-off marks to qualify for the SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam. The SSC CHSL cut off for Tier 1 is decided by the Commission itself based on candidates' performance in the exam, difficulty level of the question paper and number of vacancies. Candidates who obtain the SSC CHSL cutoff for the specific post they have applied for are declared pass in the exam and are shortlisted to appear for the Tier 2 exam. However, the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam is qualifying for the final selection of candidates; only Tier 2 marks are taken into consideration.

Is there negative marking SSC CHSL exam?

Yes, there is a negative marking in the SSC CHSL exam for wrong answers. In SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam, there is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answers. In SSC CHSL Tier 2, there is a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I, Section II and Modules-I of Section III. Candidates are, therefore, advise to mark their answers with high accuracy in the SSC CHSL examination.

What is SSC CHSL marking scheme?

SSC CHSL marking scheme is prescribed by the examination authority, Staff Selection Commission (SSC). The CHSL marking scheme is different for each exam stage- Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3. The scores of candidates are calculated as per the marking scheme. SSC CHSL marking scheme is given below: Candidates are awarded +2 marks for each correct answer. For each incorrect answer, 0.5 marks are deducted as a negative marking in objective paper. There is no negative marking for the descriptive paper. If a question is left blank, there is no penalty.

Is the SSC CHSL Tier 1 cutoff 2025 released?

No, the SSC CHSL Tier 1 cutoff 2025 has not been released. The SSC CHSL cutoff 2025 for Tier 1 will be released along with the official result PDF. The SSC CHSL cut off is available category-wise. The cut off marks also reveal the number of candidates shortlisted under each category for the next phase, that is, SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam. Candidates' qualification in Tier 1 is based on the cut off marks and final answer key.

SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2025 for Tier 1 & Tier 2: Check Marking Scheme

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Updated on Nov 11, 2025 22:49 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2025: The SSC CHSL exam contains two stages- Tier 1 and Tier 2. Candidates first need to appear for the CHSL (10+2) Tier 1 exam, and those who clear the exam get shortlisted to appear for the Tier 2 exam. The SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam is conducted online and contains objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). There are 100 questions of 2 marks each in the CHSL Tier 1 exam. On the other hand, the CHSL Tier 2 exam contains objective-type questions and a skill/ typing test. There are a total of 135 questions along with the Skill Test/ Typing Test Module in Tier 2. In both tiers, there is a negative marking for wrong answers.

The SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 was conducted from November 12 to 30. Candidates need to score equal to or more than the SSC CHSL cutoff to get selected for Tier 2.

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