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The SSC CHSL 2023 Exam for Tier 1 will take place from March 9 to March 21, 2023 at various centres across the country. Scroll down for important and high-scoring topics for the SSC CHSL exam that will help candidates during preparation and revision. The full form of SSC CHSL is Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL).

SSC CHSL Important Topics: The Commission is conducting the SSC CHSL Exam 2022-23 from March 9 to March 21, 2023. It's the time for preparation, practice, and revision. So, here we are providing some scoring and important topics for the SSC CHSL exam that will help in the preparation. Scroll down for more detail.

SSC CHSL Exam 2023

SSC CHSL Exam 2023

SSC CHSL Important Topics: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is conducting the SSC CHSL Exam 2022-23 from March 9, 2023 and will continue till March 21, 2023. The SSC CHSL exam is conducted once a year, where candidates prepare the syllabus all year round for all subjects and practice via sample papers, previous year's papers, and mock tests. However, if candidates want to revise some important topics or chapters of the syllabus or want to know some important topics that will help in the preparation for the SSC CHSL exam, they can scroll down. Here, we are providing a list of important topics or chapters for the SSC CHSL exam to ease the preparation.

Before going in detail for important topics, let us first review the revised exam pattern for SSC CHSL Exam 2022-23.

Table of contents
  • SSC CHSL Exam 2023: Revised Exam Pattern
  • SSC CHSL 2023 Exam Tier 1
  • SSC CHSL 2023 Exam Tier 2
  • List of Important Chapters or Topics Subject-Wise for SSC CHSL 2023 Exam

SSC CHSL Exam 2023: Revised Exam Pattern

As per the revised exam pattern, there will be two different phases or tiers in the SSC CHSL Exam. Candidates have to clear all the phases in order to get selected for several posts in government offices.

Q:   What was the SSC CHSL Tier 1 2025 exam date?
A:

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. 

Q:   What is the selection process for SSC CHSL 2025?
A:

The SSC CHSL selection process has two stages as shared below-

  • Tier I- Objective-type computer-based examination (CBE)
  • Tier II- Objective-type computer-based examination and skill test
Q:   What is SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 Exam Dates?
A:

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.

  1. The SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam, which is an objective multiple-choice exam 
  2. Tier 2 consists of three sections with two modules each, as mentioned below in the table.

Particulars

SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Highlights

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Highlights

Exam mode

Online (computer-based test)

Offline (pen-and-paper-based test)

Number of sections & subjects

4 (English Language, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness)

Two Sessions

Exam duration

1 hour (60 minutes)

Session I: 2 hour 15 minutes

Session II: 25 minutes

Number of questions

100

Session I: 135 Questions

Session II: Skill Test/ Typing Test Module

Type of questions

MCQs; 4 options with 1 correct option

Objective Type, Multiple choice questions, except for
Module-II of Section-3

Total marks

200

Session I, Section 1: 180 Marks
Session I, Section 2: 180 Marks
Session I, Section 3: 45 Marks

Language of paper

English and Hindi 

English and Hindi  

Negative Marking

deduction of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer

deduction of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I,
Section-II and Module-I of Section-III

SSC CHSL 2023 Exam Tier 1 

According to the official notification, there is no change in the Tier 1 stage. Check below in detail.

SSC CHSL Tier-I Subjects

SSC CHSL Tier-I Number of Questions

SSC CHSL Tier-I Maximum Marks

English Language 
(Basic Knowledge)

25

50

General Intelligence

25

50

Quantitative Aptitude

(Basic Arithmetic Skill)

25

50

General Awareness

25

50

Total

100

200

SSC CHSL 2023 Exam Tier 2 

As per the SSC CHSL new exam pattern, Tier 2 consists of three sections having two modules each. Check below in detail.

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Tier

Session

Subject

Number of

Questions

Maximum Marks

Time allowed

II

Session-I

(2 hours

and 15

minutes)

Section-I:

Module-I: Mathematical Abilities

Module-II: Reasoning and General Intelligence.

30

30

Total = 60

60*3

= 180

1 hour

(for each

section)

(1 hours and 20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe as per Para-8.1 and 8.2)

Section-II:

Module-I: English

Language and Comprehension

Module-II: General Awareness

40

20

Total = 60

60*3

= 180

Section-III:

Module-I: Computer Knowledge Module

15

15*3

= 45

15 Minutes

(20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe as per Para-8.1 and 8.2)

Session-II

Section-III:

Module-II: Skill Test/ Typing Test Module

Part A: Skill Test for DEOs.

-

15 Minutes

(20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe as per Para-8.1 and 8.2)

Part B: Typing Test for LDC/ JSA.

-

10 Minutes

(15 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe as per Para-8.1 and 8.2)

Tier 2 consists of three sections:

Section I

Module I: Mathematical Abilities

Module II: reasoning and General Intelligence

Section II

Module-I: English Language and Comprehension

Module-II: General Awareness

Section-III

Module-I: Computer Knowledge Test

Module-II: Skill Test/ Typing Test

SSC CHSL Tier 2 will be conducted in two sessions namely Session I and Session II on the same day. Session I will include three sections that is Section I, Section II and Module I of Section III. Session II will include Module II of Session III. It will be mandatory for the candidates to qualify all the sections of Tier 2.

Q:   Will SSC CHSL exam be conducted in 2024?
A:

Yes, the SSC CHSL 2024 exam will be conducted. The SSC CHSL 2024 Tier 1 exam will be held from July 1 to 12, 2024. The exact SSC CHSL exam date 2024 will be intimated to candidates through their respective admit cards. The Commission conducts the SSC CHSL exam every year. The SSC conducts the CHSL Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams to recruit candidates for various posts such as LDC, JSA, PA, SA, and DEO in different ministries/departments/offices of the Government of India.

Q:   Is SSC CHSL exam calendar 2025 out?
A:

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.

Q:   What documents are required to be carried to SSC CHSL exam centre?
A:

Candidates are required to carry the given documents to the SSC CHSL exam centres:

  • SSC CHSL admit card
  • Passport size photos
  • Photos ID proof such as Voter ID, Driving License, ID Card issued by the Government or other Offices where a candidate may be working.

Tier 2 will consist of Objective Type, Multiple choice questions, except for Module-II of Section-III. The questions will be set in English and Hindi except for Module-II (i.e. English Language and Comprehension module) in Section II. There will be negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I, Section-II and Module-I of Section-III.

Module-I of Section-III is Computer Knowledge Test which is mandatory but qualifying in nature.

Module-II of Section-III i.e. Skill Test/ Typing Test:

Module-II of Section-III will include conducting of Skill Test/ Typing Test in Session-II on the same day. Skill Test/ Typing Test will be of qualifying nature. Errors in the Skill Test will be calculated up to 2 decimal places.

Also Read: SSC CHSL 2023 Syllabus

List of Important Chapters or Topics Subject-Wise for SSC CHSL 2023 Exam

Check out the list below for some important topics or chapters that will aid in your preparation for the SSC CHSL exam or in your final revision to maximise your score and increase your chances of being selected through the SSC CHSL exam. Scroll down for important topics or chapters in a subject-wise manner.

SSC CHSL: Important Chapters for Quantitative Aptitude

Arithmetic includes Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Interest, Speed Time & Distance, Time & Work, Percentages, Number System & Average - Around 10 Questions

Mensuration - Around 2-4 Questions

Algebra - Around 3-5 Questions

Data Interpretation - Around 3-5 Questions

Geometry - Around 2-3 Questions

Trignometry - Around 2-4 Questions

Some of the topics in detail:

Quadratic Equation

Problems on Train

Problems on Age

Allegations and mixtures

Problems on Time and Work

Questions on Number Series

Average

Interest

Partnership Business

Profit, Loss and Discount

Square roots

Percentages

Ratio and Proportion

CHSL 2023 General Intelligence and Reasoning Important Topics

Classification - Around 4 to 5 Questions

Analogy - Around 4-6 Questions

Series - Around 4-5 Questions

Coding- Decoding - 1-2 Questions

Direction and Distances - Around 1-2 Questions

Word Building - Around 2-3 Questions

Some of the topics that are asked in the exam are:

Statement and Conclusions

Seating Arrangements

Data Sufficiency

Reasoning Analogies

Order & Ranking

Also Read: SSC CHSL 2023 Exam Preparation

SSC CHSL 2023: Important topics for English

One Word Substitutions

Adjective Degree of Comparison Rules

Homophones/Homonyms

Synonyms and Antonyms

Active and Passive Voice Rules

Cloze Test

Idioms and Phrases

Phrase Replacement

Spotting errors

Reading Comprehension

CHSL Scoring topics of General Awareness for Revision

General Awareness Section consists of History, Culture, Geography, Economic, Polity, Science, Scientific Research, Current Affairs, etc.

Neighbouring Countries of India

Highest Mountains in India

Longest Rivers in the World

Tennis Grand Slam Winners

List of Indian Ambassadors to Foreign Countries

List of Indian Navy Chief Admirals

Mughals

Modern India

Budget related terms

National Income

GDP

Fiscal deficit

Current Indian economic scenario

Meaning of Writ

Supreme Court

Important Constitutional bodies

President and Governors, their functions

Fundamental Rights and Duties

Emergency provisions

Biology

Physics

Chemistry, etc.

Hope the information provided above will help in the preparation of the SSC CHSL Exam 2023.

Also Read: SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria 2023: Nationality, Age Limit, Educational Qualification & More

 

 

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The process to download the SSC CHSL city intimation slip is shared below-

  • Visit ssc.gov.in
  • Login using the registration number and password
  • Go to the SSC CHSL exam on the dashboard
  • Click on the city-live link
  • Download the slip to know the allotted exam date, shift timings and city

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