SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2025 - Check SSC CHSL Complete paper pattern

The Staff Selection Commission provided the SSC CHSL 2025 exam pattern in the official notification. As per the SSC CHSL new pattern, the SSC CHSL exam has two tiers, tier 1 and tier 2. Candidates who are interested to appear in the exam are advised to refer to the SSC CHSL exam pattern 2025 before starting the preparation.

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1. SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2025 - Stages
2. SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2025 - Tier 1
3. SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2025 - Tier 2
4. SSC CHSL Syllabus 2025
5. SSC CHSL Question Paper 2025
6. SSC CHSL Answer Key 2025
7. SSC CHSL Preparation Tips 2025
8. SSC CHSL Books 2025

The SSC CHSL 2025 exam pattern consists of the exam stages, marking scheme, time duration and subjects on which the question paper will be based. Aspirants planning to qualify in the SSC CHSL 2025 will have to qualify for all these stages.

Along with the exam pattern, aspirants must also check the SSC CHSL syllabus 2025 to know the topics, subtopics and subjects. In this article on the SSC CHSL exam pattern 2025, we have shared all the relevant information along with preparation tips and more. Candidates must scroll till the end to find the tier-wise exam pattern of SSC CHSL 2025.

SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2025 - Stages

From the following table, candidates can check the stages of the SSC CHSL exam along with the mode of the exam.

SSC CHSL 2025 Stages/Tiers

SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2025 - Tier 1

The SSC CHSL tier 1 is the first stage of the SSC CHSL exam. Candidates who successfully submit their SSC CHSL application form 2025 will be eligible to appear in the exam with a valid admit card. Tier 1 of the SSC CHSL is conducted in computer-based online mode. Aspirants must note that there is an SSC CHSL negative marking in the tier 1 exam. As per the SSC CHSL exam time duration for tier 1, the exam will be held for 60 minutes while 80 minutes for candidates eligible for scribe.

SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2025

SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2025 - Tier 2

The SSC CHSL tier 2 has two sessions, candidates who qualify in tier 1 are eligible to appear in tier 2.

• The Tier II of SSC CHSL consists of three sections having two modules each.

• The SSC CHSL Tier-II exam will be conducted in two sessions, Session 1 & Session 2 will be held on the same day. Session-I will include conducting of Section-I, Section II and Module-I of Section III. Session II will include conducting Module II of Section III (Skill Test/ Typing Test).

• SSC CHSL Tier-II 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 a 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 i.e. Computer Knowledge Test is mandatory but qualifying in nature.

• Module II of Section III will be of qualifying nature. Errors in the Skill Test will be calculated up to 2 decimal places.

• Part A: Skill Test is mandatory for DEO/ DEO Grade 'A’ - Data Entry Speed of 8,000 (Eight Thousand) Key Depressions per hour on Computer’ will be adjudged on the basis of the correct entry of words/ key depressions as per the given passage. The duration of the Test will be 15 (Fifteen) minutes and printed matter in English containing about 2000-2200 key depressions would be given to each candidate who would enter the same in the Computer.

• Part B: Typing Test is for other posts including LDC/ JSA - The medium of Typing Test will be Hindi or English. Candidates opting for English medium should have a typing speed of 35 words per minute (w.p.m.) and those opting for Hindi medium should have a typing speed of 30 words per minute (w.p.m.). 35 w.p.m. and 30 w.p.m. correspond to about 10500 key depressions per hour and about 9000 key depressions per hour respectively.

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2025

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SSC CHSL Syllabus 2025

Along with the SSC CHSL 2025 exam pattern, aspirants must also know the syllabus of the exam. The Staff Selection Commission prescribed the SSC CHSL 2025 syllabus and mentioned it in the official notification. SSC provides the syllabus separately for each stage of the exam.

Candidates willing to appear in exam can check the syllabus to understand the subjects, sections, topics and sub-topics on which the question paper will be based. According to the syllabus, the computer-based tier 1 will have questions from English Language, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness. Tier 2 will have Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning and General Intelligence, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge Module, and Skill Test/Typing Test Module.

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SSC CHSL Question Paper 2025

After the syllabus and the exam pattern, the next important thing for aspirants preparing for the CHSL exam are the SSC CHSL 2025 question papers. The SSC CHSL question papers will be released after the examination is conducted. The question paper of tier 1 will be released in online mode along with the answer key.

Applicants can use their SSC login credentials to download the question paper and answer key. With continuous solving of the question papers, aspirants will be able to improve their accuracy and time management, candidates can practice previous years' question papers for better preparation for the exam and improve their accuracy level.

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SSC CHSL Answer Key 2025

SSC releases the SSC CHSL 2025 answer key online on its official website after the conclusion of the exam. First, the provisional answer key is released followed by the final answer key. Aspirants can raise their objections against the wrong questions/answers by paying a fee of Rs. 100 per objection. Candidates can download the answer key from the SSC website by using their registration number and password.

SSC CHSL Preparation Tips 2025

Candidates looking for tips on how to prepare for SSC CHSL 2025 should know the exam pattern, syllabus, best books, previous year's question papers etc. Candidates preparing for the exam should have a well-planned tier-wise strategy and should start their preparation as soon as possible so that they have enough time for revision.

• Always refer to the syllabus and SSC CHSL 2025 exam pattern.

• Download the previous year's questions of SSC CHSL and solve them for better preparation.

• Give mock tests on a regular basis when the exam is near.

• Create an effective SSC CHSL study plan and follow it strictly.

• Procure the best SSC CHSL study material and books.

• Do not take stress, follow a healthy routine, meditate and eat healthy food.

• Keep a positive attitude before taking the exam.

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SSC CHSL Books 2025

Apart from the SSC CHSL 2025 exam pattern, aspirants must also know the study materials for the exam. Candidates preparing for the SSC CHSL exam must refer to the best books of SSC CHSL to prepare for important chapters and questions asked in the exam. With the help of the books, candidates will be able to make an effective strategy on how to prepare, will be able to check previous year's questions and practice unsolved questions.

SSC CHSL Books 2025