Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) 2026
The SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) exam recruits candidates for Lower Division Clerk, Junior Secretariat Assistant, Postal Assistant, Sorting Assistant, and Data Entry Operator posts in central government offices.
Pay Scale
₹18,000 – ₹92,300
per month (7th Pay Commission)
Eligibility
Age: 18-27 years. Educational qualification: 12th pass from a recognized board. Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
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Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) – Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for SSC CHSL?
SSC CHSL age limit is 18–27 years for most posts (LDC/JSA, PA/SA, DEO). SC/ST get 5 years relaxation, OBC (NCL) get 3 years.
What is the qualification for SSC CHSL?
10+2 (Intermediate / Class 12 pass) from a recognized board. Graduation and above are not eligible. DEO post in certain offices requires Science stream with Mathematics in 12th.
What is the salary of SSC CHSL?
SSC CHSL salary: LDC/JSA at Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200), PA/SA at Level 4 (₹25,500–81,100), DEO at Level 4–5 (₹25,500–92,300) plus HRA, DA and other allowances.
What is the SSC CHSL selection process?
SSC CHSL has Tier-1 (CBT, 100 Qs, 60 minutes), Tier-2 (CBT including modules on Maths, English, Reasoning, Computer Knowledge, and a Skill Module — Typing/DEO test).
What posts are filled through SSC CHSL?
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant (PA) / Sorting Assistant (SA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) across various central government departments.