How to capture SSC CHSL live photo on application form?

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.

What is the last date to apply for the SSC CHSL 2025 exam?

The last date to apply for the SSC CHSL exam was July 18, 2025. Candidates need to submit the application form before the last date. The SSC CHSL apply online link 2025 was made available from June 23, 2025.

Is SSC CHSL exam calendar 2025 out?

Yes, the SSC CHSL exam calendar 2025 has been released by the Commission. The SSC CHSL 2025 schedule has been announced. 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 from November 12.

What are the SSC CHSL Tier 2 2025 exam dates?

The SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam is expected to be conducted in February-March 2026. The Staff Selection Commmission will conduct the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Tier 2 Exam 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.

Does SSC CHSL has physical tests?

The SSC CHSL (10+2) exam does not have physical tests or PET/ PST. The SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) selection process has these stages- Tier 1- Online exam (Objective Type) Tier 2- Online exam (Objective Type) and Skill Test or Typing Test

Is there any age limit to apply for SSC CHSL exam?

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.

When will SSC CHSL admit card 2025 be released?

The SSC CHSL admit card 2025 for Tier 1 exam has been released. The Commission activated the SSC CHSL admit card download link on November 9, 2025. Candidates can download their admit cards by entering the login details.

When was the SSC CHSL 2025 Application Form released?

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 conducted the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam from November 12 to 30.

How many vacancies are expected in SSC CHSL 2025 Exam?

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.

When will the SSC CHSL form correction 2025 facility start?

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.

Is there descriptive paper in SSC CHSL exam?

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.

How to Download SSC CHSL notification PDF?

Candidates can download the SSC CHSL notification PDF using the process below- Visit ssc.gov.in. Click on the notification link. Go through the PDF. Download notification.

What is the purpose of SSC CHSL?

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).

When was the SSC CHSL notification 2025 released?

SSC CHSL notification 2025 was 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.

What was the SSC CHSL Tier 1 2025 exam date?

The SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam was conducted from November 12 to 30, 2025. The schedule of the exam was also announced. The exam was conducted across the country.

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.

Why is the SSC CHSL exam conducted?

The Combined Higher Secondary Level is one of the largest exams based on the number of vacancies and candidates appearing for the exam. The exam is conducted to fill vacancies for LDC, JSA, PA, SA, and DEO posts in different ministries or departments.

What is SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 Exam Dates?

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Higher Secondary Exam (CHSL) Tier 1 was conducted from November 12 to 30, 2025, across the nation. The Commission will release its result in January 2026.

What is the SSC CHSL Upcoming Vacancy 2025?

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).

What is the SSC CHSL Exam eligibility?

The SSC CHSL exam eligibility that candidates need to fulfil is shared below- Candidate must be either a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal/ Bhutan, Tibetan refugee, a person of Indian origin. The age limit is 18 to 27 years. Candidates should be Class 12 pass.

What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2025 exam?

According to the SSC CHSL official notification, applicants must be between the age group of 18 to 27 years to be eligible to apply for the SSC CHSL exam, as per the cutoff date prescribed by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). The upper age limit for the general category is 27 years, Whereas reserved category candidates are given age relaxation in the upper age limit. The SC/ ST category candidates get 5 years relaxation, OBC category candidates et 3 years and PwD category get 10 years relaxation.

Is SSC CHSL Tier 1 answer key 2025 released?

Yes, the SSC CHSL Tier 1 answer key 2025 was released at ssc.gov.in. The tentative answer key was released for the exam conducted from November 12 to 30. The objections were invited from candidates against the questions/answers given in the tentative CHSL Tier 1 answer key. Candidates who find any answer faulty or incorrect can submit objections against the same by paying the objection fee of INR 50 per challenge.

Who releases SSC CHSL answer key?

Staff Selection Commission, the exam conducting body, releases the answer key for the SSC Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level (CHSL) Examination. The commission conducts the SSC CHSL exam in two phases- Tier 1 and Tier 2. The SSC CHSL answer key is released soon after the conduct of the exam. Initially, the Commission releases the SSC CHSL tentative answer key. The SSC CHSL final answer key is released after the declaration of results.

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SSC CHSL Important Dates 2025: The Commission is expected to soon announce the SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 2 examination date. It is expected to be released in January 2026. The Tier 2 exam is expected to be conducted in March or April 2026. Candidates are also waiting for the SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 result. It is expected soon at ssc.gov.in. The SSC CHSL answer key for Tier 1 was released on December 8. The SSC CHSL exam for Tier 1 was held from November 12 to 30, 2025. The city intimation slip was published on November 5 and admit card on November 9.

The Notification was released on June 23 for Group C posts. The SSC CHSL application process was begun along with the notification. The last date to apply was July 18. The CHSL application form correction window was available from July 25 to 26, 2025. Candidates can check below SSC CHSL 2025 important dates.

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Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SSC CHSL 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
Jan ' 26	SSC CHSL 2025 Result Tier 1 TENTATIVE
Mar ' 26	SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 2 Exam TENTATIVE
Apr ' 26	SSC CHSL 2026 Tier 1 Application Form TENTATIVE
Apr ' 26	SSC CHSL 2026 Tier 1 Notification TENTATIVE
Jul ' 26 - Sep ' 26	SSC CHSL 2026 Exam Date Tier 1 TENTATIVE

Dates	Past Exam Dates
08 Dec ' 25 - 11 Dec ' 25	SSC CHSL Provisional Answer Key Tier 1
12 Nov ' 25 - 30 Nov ' 25	SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 Exam Date
09 Nov ' 25 - 30 Nov ' 25	SSC CHSL Admit Card Tier 1
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