SSC CHSL Full Form

Shuchi BagchiUpdated On: July 17, 2023 04:55 pm IST

SSC CHSL full form is Staff Selection Combined Higher Secondary Level. The exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for hiring candidates for different government job positions. 

What is the full form of SSC CHSL?

As mentioned above the full form of SSC CHSL is Staff Selection Combined Higher Secondary Level. It is a national-level examination which is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). The SSC CHSL is conducted to recruit candidates for various government departments which includes Junior Secretariat, Sorting Assistant, Data Entry Operator and many more.

  Overview of SSC CHSL

SSC CHSL full form

Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination

Examination name

SSC CHSL

Conducting Body

Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

Official Website

Ssc.nic.in

Exam Level

National

Frequency

Once a Year

 Eligibility criteria for SSC CHSL

  • Should be a Citizen of India
  • Age limit is from 18 to 27 years
  • Candidate should be 12th pass from any recognized school

How to apply for SSC CHSL?

Below are the steps mentioned through which a candidate can fill out the application form for SSC CHSL:

  • Visit the official website of SSC i.e ssc.nic.in
  • On homepage, click on apply option on the combined higher secondary level
  • Fill information to create registration no. and password
  • Enter all the required informatio
  • Upload the documents required
  • Select the exam center
  • Review your application
  • Pay the application amount
  • Download or printout application form

What is the SSC CHSL examination application fee?

To appear in the examination candidates have to pay the application fee

  • General/ OBC – INR 100
  • Female/SC/ST/PwD- Exempted

Exam pattern for SSC CHSL

The pattern includes 3 tiers:

SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam pattern

  • Conducted online
  • Total of 25 questions are asked
  • Questions are asked from subjects like English, General knowledge, Math and logical reasoning
  • Total duration is of 60 minutes
  • Negative marking of 0.05 marks

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Pattern

  • Conducted offline
  • Descriptive questions
  • It is divided into 2 sessions
  • Session 1 will be based on computer knowledge question
  • Session 2 will be based on typing/skill test for hiring DEO/JSA/LDC
  • Negative marking of 1 mark

SSC CHSL Tier 3 Exam Pattern

  • Skill Test

 Exam Pattern for SSC CHSL in Tabular Form

Tier 1

Section

No. of questions

Marks

Quantitative Aptitude

25

50

English

25

50

General Awareness

25

50

General Intelligence

25

50

Total

100

100

Tier 2

Session

Subject

No. of questions

Marks

Time allowed

1

Section 1

Module 1: Math & Abilities

Module 2

Module 2: Reasoning and General Intelligence

30 + 30 = 60

180

1 hour for each section

Section 2

Module 1: English language & comprehension

Module 2:

Reasoning and general awareness

40+20=60

180

Section 3

Module 1 Computer knowledge

15

45 Marks

Session 2

Module

Computer knowledge/ typing test

 How to prepare for SSC CHSL?

Below mentioned are some tips which can be followed by candidates for securing good marks in the examination:

  •  Go through the examination pattern, instructions and syllabus carefully
  • Prepare a study plan
  • Read the newspaper daily
  • Learn time management
  • Solve mathematical questions on a regular basis
  • Solve the previous year question papers

 Responsibilities of SSC CHSL

Mentioned below are some responsibilities and duties of SSC CHSL qualifiers after assuming the job role:

  • Entering Data
  • Working on Microsoft Office applications
  • Making salary slips
  • Maintaining records of employee
  • Preparation of pension documents
  • Managing Accounts
  •  Helping higher authorities
  • Producing data for seniors  

Salary offered to SSC CHSL Post

Post Name

Pay

Grade Pay

Lower Division Clerk/ Junior Secretariat Assistant

INR 19,900 – 63,200

INR 1,900

Data Entry Operator Pay Scale 5

INR 29,200 – 92,200

INR 2400

Data Entry Operator Pay Scale 4

INR 25,00 – 81,100

INR 2,400

Data Entry Operator Grade A

INR 25,00 – 81,100

INR 2,400

 What are the Allowances given to SSC CHSL?

Below mentioned are the allowances given to SSC CHSL officers after qualifying SSC CHSL exam and assuming the position:

  • Transport
  • Dearness
  • House rent

FAQs

What is the full form of SSC CHSL?

The full form of SSC CHSL is Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary level

Is there any interview round conducted?

No, there is no interview round candidates get selected by their exams scores

How to check SSC CHSL results?

The scorecard for SSC CHSL can be downloaded from its official website

What is the difficulty level of SSC CHSL?

The SSC CHSL examination level is considerably moderate

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