SSC Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2025 - LAST DATE 18/07/2025

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2025, opening doors to rewarding Group C posts in various Ministries, Departments, and Organizations under the Government of India. This is a golden opportunity for young aspirants to secure stable and prestigious government jobs like Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO). Below is a comprehensive guide to help you navigate this opportunity with ease.

Name of Posts

The SSC CHSL 2025 examination aims to fill the following posts:

• Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
• Data Entry Operator (DEO)
• Data Entry Operator, Grade 'A'

Number of Posts

• Tentative Vacancies: Approximately 3,131 vacancies have been announced. The final number of vacancies will be updated on the SSC website (https://ssc.gov.in > Candidate’s Corner > Tentative Vacancy) in due course.
• Note: State-wise or zone-wise vacancy details are not collected by the SSC. Candidates should contact the respective User Departments for such information.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the SSC CHSL 2025 examination, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

1. Nationality/Citizenship

A candidate must be:

• A citizen of India, or
• A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
• A person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries (e.g., Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, etc.) with the intention of permanently settling in India.
• Candidates from categories other than Indian citizens require a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.

2. Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)

• Age Range: 18–27 years (candidates born between 02-01-1999 and 01-01-2008).
• Age Relaxation:

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 years
OBC	3 years
PwBD (Unreserved)	10 years
PwBD (OBC)	13 years
PwBD (SC/ST)	15 years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	3 years after deduction of military service
Central Govt. Civilian Employees (3+ years service)	Up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST)
Widows/Divorced Women (Unreserved)	Up to 35 years
Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST)	Up to 40 years

• Note: Only male candidates are eligible for posts in the Border Roads Organization (BRO).

3. Educational Qualification (as on 01-01-2026)

• For LDC/JSA and DEO/DEO Grade 'A' (except specific departments):
  • 12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized Board or University.
• For DEO/DEO Grade 'A' in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Ministry of Culture, and SSC:
  • 12th Standard pass in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent.
• Candidates appearing for their 12th Standard exams can apply but must possess the required qualification by 01-01-2026.

4. Physical Standards (for LDC in BRO)

• Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Mandatory one-mile run in 10 minutes at GREF Centre, Pune.
• Physical Standards (region-wise):

Region	Height (cm)	Chest (cm)	Weight (kg)
Western Himalayan	158	75 (unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion	47.5
Eastern Himalayan	152	75 (unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion	47.5
West Plain	162.5	76 (unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion	50
Eastern Plain	157	75 (unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion	50
Central Region	157	75 (unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion	50
Southern Region	157	75 (unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion	50
Gorkhas (Indian Domicile)	152	75 (unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion	47.5

• Medical Standards: Candidates must be medically fit as per BRO guidelines, including vision (6/12 each eye or corrected) and no major health issues.

Pay Scale

The salary structure for the posts is as follows:

Post	Pay Level	Salary Range
LDC/JSA	Pay Level-2	Rs. 19,900–63,200
DEO	Pay Level-4	Rs. 25,500–81,100
DEO	Pay Level-5	Rs. 29,200–92,300
DEO Grade 'A'	Pay Level-4	Rs. 25,500–81,100

Reservation

• Categories: Reservations are available for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, ESM, and PwBD as per government norms.
• PwBD Suitability:

Post	Functional Requirements	Suitable Disabilities
DEO/DEO Grade 'A'	Sitting, Standing, Walking, Manipulation with Fingers, Reading & Writing, Seeing, Hearing	Low Vision, Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Locomotor Disabilities, Autism (Mild), Intellectual Disability, etc.
LDC/JSA	Sitting, Standing, Walking, Bending, Reading & Writing, Seeing, Hearing, Communication, Manipulation with Fingers	Blind, Low Vision, Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Locomotor Disabilities, Autism (Mild/Moderate), etc.

• Note: Candidates must submit valid certificates for reservation claims during document verification.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online only through the SSC’s official website or mobile app. Follow these steps:

1. One-Time Registration (OTR):
   • Visit https://ssc.gov.in or download the My SSC mobile app.
   • Complete OTR with Aadhaar-based authentication for a smoother process.
2. Fill Application Form:
   • Log in using OTR credentials and fill out the application form.
   • Upload a recent photograph (taken during application) and a scanned signature (JPEG/JPG, 10–20 KB, 6.0 cm x 2.0 cm).
   • PwBD candidates must upload disability certificates (Annexure-I, IA, XI–XIV).
3. Pay Application Fee:
   • Fee: Rs. 100/- (exempted for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, ESM).
   • Pay via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Cards by 19-07-2025 (23:00).
4. Preview and Submit:
   • Verify all details using the Preview/Print option before final submission.
   • Keep a copy of the application for reference.

Note: Applications with unclear photographs or signatures may be rejected unless submitted via Aadhaar authentication.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start Date	23-06-2025
Last Date for Online Application	18-07-2025 (23:00)
Last Date for Fee Payment	19-07-2025 (23:00)
Application Correction Window	23-07-2025 to 24-07-2025 (23:00)
Tier-I Exam (Computer-Based)	08-09-2025 to 18-09-2025
Tier-II Exam (Computer-Based)	February–March 2026

    

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Examination Process

The SSC CHSL 2025 examination consists of two tiers:

• Tier-I: Computer-Based Examination (Objective Type) held from 08-09-2025 to 18-09-2025.
• Tier-II: Computer-Based Examination scheduled for February–March 2026.

Note: Candidates can choose their examination medium from 15 languages, including Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, etc. (refer to Annexure-XVI).

Scribe and Compensatory Time for PwBD Candidates

• Scribe Facility:
  • Available for PwBD candidates with blindness, locomotor disability (both arms affected), or cerebral palsy.
  • Other PwBD candidates need a medical certificate (Annexure-I/IA) to avail a scribe.
  • Candidates can opt for their own scribe (with OTR and Aadhaar authentication) or one provided by SSC.
• Compensatory Time: 20 minutes per hour for eligible PwBD candidates, whether using a scribe or not.

Application Correction

• Correction Window: 23-07-2025 to 24-07-2025 (23:00).
• Correction Charges:
  • First correction: Rs. 200/-
  • Second correction: Rs. 500/-
• Only two corrections are allowed, and the latest corrected application will be considered valid.