SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - Dates, Stages, Exam Pattern

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) prescribes the SSC CHSL selection process 2021 in the official SSC CHSL notification. The SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level 2021 selection process has three tiers - tier 1-(objective type), tier 2 (descriptive type) and tier 3 (skill/ typing test). Candidates need to clear the SSC CHSL cutoff 2021 marks of all the three tiers to qualify the SSC CHSL exam. SSC CHSL tier 1 and 3 are computer based tests, whereas tier 2 is a pen and paper based test. There is negative marking for SSC CHSL tier 1 exam as objective type questions are asked at this level. SSC CHSL 2021 tier 1 exam is scheduled to be held from April 12 to 27, 2021. On clearing the SSC CHSL tier 1 of the recruitment process candidates will be eligible to appear for SSC CHSL tier 2. To know more about the SSC CHSL selection process 2021 in the full article below.

Latest Updates for SSC CHSL

13 hours ago:
SSC CHSL 2021 exam analysis of Shift 2 & 3 for April 12. Check details here.
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SSC CHSL 2021 exam analysis of Shift-1 for April 12. Check details here.
27 Mar 2021:
SSC CHSL admit card 2021 for Tier - I released.

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - Check the complete CHSL recruitment process here

SSC CHSL Overview

Exam name	SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level examination
Commonly known as	SSC CHSL exam
Exam Conducting Authority	Staff Selection Commission
Official Website	ssc.nic.in
Exam Level	National
Educational Qualification	12th passed
Minimum age limit	18 to 27 years
Stages of Exam	Tier 1 - CBT (online) Tier 2 - Pen and paper (offline) Tier 3 - Skill/ Typing test
Exam Mode	Online and Offline
Application fee	Rs 100

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - Exam Dates

Check all the important selection process SSC CHSL exam dates 2021 in the table below.

SSC CHSL 2021 Exam Dates

Events	CHSL 2020-21 Exam Dates
SSC CHSL 2020-21 notification	November 6, 2020
Online Application begins	November 6, 2020
Last day for application submission	December 26, 2020
Online fee payment last day	December 28, 2020
Challan generation last day	December 26, 2020
Admit Card release date for Tier 1 exam	March 27, 2021
SSC CHSL tier 1 exam date	April 12 to 27, 2021 May 21 and 22, 2021 [New Date] (only for candidates who have opted for examination centres in West Bengal)
CHSL tier 1 result	TBA
Admit Card release date for Tier 2 exam	TBA
SSC CHSL tier 2 exam date	TBA
CHSL tier 2 result	TBA
SSC CHSL skill/ typing test	TBA
Declaration of final SSC CHSL result 2021	TBA

*tentative

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - Stages

SSC CHSL selection process is a three tier process. Check the table to know the stages of the SSC CHSL selection process.

SSC CHSL selection process stages

Stages	Exam and mode of exam
1	Tier 1 - CBT (online)
2	Tier 2 - Pen and paper (offline)
3	Tier 3 - Skill/ Typing test

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - SSC CHSL Tier 1

Tier 1 of the SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level selection process has one paper that is computer based. It has four sections in which questions are asked from the following subjects - quantitative aptitude, english, general awareness and general intelligence. SSC CHSL tier 1 is of 200 marks having 100 questions with negative marking for incorrect responses. Candidates need to clear the SSC CHSL Tier 1 cutoff marks to move forward in the SSC CHSL selection process. Check the tables below for the tier 1 SSC CHSL exam pattern and marking scheme.

SSC CHSL tier 1 exam pattern 2021

Section	Number of questions	Marks	Duration
Quantitative Aptitude	25	50	60 Minutes
English	25	50
General Awareness	25	50
General Intelligence	25	50
Total	100	200

SSC CHSL marking scheme

Particulars	Marks allotted
Correct answer	+2
Incorrect answer	-¼ or -0.50
Unanswered	NIL

Quick Links

SSC CHSL eligibility criteria 2021

SSC CHSL answer key 2021

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - SSC CHSL Tier 2

Tier 2 of the SSC CHSL selection process also has one paper which is descriptive in nature. It is conducted in offline mode by the authorities. SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level tier 2 exam is of 100 marks and has to be completed in a duration of 60 minutes. There is no negative marking in this stage of the SSC CHSL selection process. Essay and letter type questions are asked in this tier. Thirty three per cent (33%) is qualifying marks prescribed for this tier by the SSC. Candidates must qualify the SSC CHSL tier 2 cutoff marks to be eligible for the SSC CHSL selection process tier 3. Check the tables below for the SSC CHSL exam pattern and marking scheme.

SSC CHSL tier 2 exam pattern 2021

Question	Word Limit	Duration	Total Marks
Essay Writing	200-250 words	60 minutes	100
Letter/ Application Writing	150-200 words	60 minutes	100

SSC CHSL prescribed cutoff marks

Tier	Cutoff marks
Tier 2	33%

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - SSC CHSL Tier 3

SSC CHSL tier 3 is qualifying in nature i.e. marks of this stage are not considered for preparing the final merit list. Candidates qualifying the SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level Tier 1 and 2 cutoff marks are eligible to appear for the SSC CHSL skill/ typing test round. At this stage of the SSC CHSL selection process candidates will have to qualify the skill/ typing test as per the post applied for. There is no negative marking in this tier too. Check the table for the SSC CHSL tier 3 exam pattern.

SSC CHSL tier 3 exam pattern (skill/ typing test)

Posts	Test requirement	Duration
Data Entry Operator	2000- 2200 key depression	15 minutes (35 minutes for OH/VH/PH/CP candidates)
Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant LDCs	Accuracy of words within given time with required speed	10 minutes (30 minutes for OH/VH/PH/CP candidates)

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - Final SSC CHSL merit list

The final selection of candidates in the SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level 2021 examination will be done on the basis of applicants performance in the SSC CHSL Tier 1 and 2 of the exam. Candidates clearing all the stages of the SSC CHSL selection process will make it to the final merit list. Final SSC CHSL merit list is prepared on the basis of the marks of candidates in Tier 1 and Tier 2. Services will be assigned to candidates also based on the final CHSL merit list.

SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - Resolution of Ties

In case there is a tie in the SSC CHSL result 2021 between multiple candidates, it is resolved using the below mentioned steps and in that particular order.

Marks of candidates in SSC CHSL Tier 2.
Date of birth, with older candidate is given preference
Alphabetical order of the name

Best books for SSC CHSL 2021

Applicants preparing for the SSC CHSL exam must refer to the best SSC CHSL books for quantitative aptitude, english, general awareness and general intelligence. They must avoid taking references from too many books and sources as it might confuse them in the future. Check the table below for the best books for SSC CHSL 2021.

Best books for SSC CHSL

Books	Author/ Publisher
Quick Learning Objective General English	R.S Aggarwal & Vikas Aggarwal
Quantitative Aptitude	R.S Aggarwal
Verbal and Nonverbal Reasoning	R.S Aggarwal
General Knowledge	Lucent Publication

How to prepare for SSC CHSL 2021

Here are a few tips on how to prepare for the SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level exam for candidates appearing this year.

Allot sufficient time for each subject for SSC CHSL preparation
While studying any topic mae short notes
Topics which have higher weightage focus more them
Refer to standard best books for the SSC CHSL preparation
Check and solve previous year SSC CHSL questions and samples
Stay positive through the SSC CHSL selection process

Other Important Links

SSC CHSL application form 2021

SSC CHSL Syllabus 2021

Selection Process

Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - SSC CHSL Selection Process 2021 - Check the complete CHSL recruitment process here

Question: Is there negative marking in the SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level examination?

Answer:

Yes, 0.50 marks are deducted for every wrong answer in the SSC CHSL tier 1.

Question: When is the SSC CHSL 2021 tier 1 scheduled to be conducted?

Answer:

SSC CHSL 2021 Tier 1 exam is to be conducted from April 12 to 27, 2021.

Question: How many stages are there in the SSC CHSL selection process?

Answer:

SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level selection process has three stages.

Tier 1 - CBT (online)
Tier 2 - Pen and paper (offline)
Tier 3 - Skill/ Typing test

Question: Does SSC release the SSC CHSL cutoff?

Answer:

Yes, the SSC releases the SSC CHSL cutoff after the declaration of the final CHSL result.

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Questions related to SSC CHSL

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while downloadind my SSC CHSL admit card I am providing with my registration number, my name and my date of birth but its not accepting the details. My application status is provisionally accepted. what to do next? pls help me someone

Atif Ali 11th Apr, 2021

Hello,

Admit Cards for all the region has not been released yet. For example, SSC CHSL Admit Card for Bihar region has not been announced. So first of all you have to get to know your region you belong to.

Have a look at the list region wise-

1. Northern Region- Delhi Rajasthan and Uttarakhand

2. Southern Region- Andhra Pradesh, Pondicherry, and Tamilnadu

3. Eastern Region- Orissa West Bengal Sikkim and Andaman and Nicobar Islands

4. Western Region- Maharashtra Gujarat and Goa

5. North Western Region- JnK Haryana Punjab and Himachal Pradesh

6. Central Region- Uttar Pradesh Bihar

7. North Eastern Region- Assam Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur Tripura Mizoram Nagaland

8. MP Sub region- Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh

9. KKR region- Karnataka and Kerala

Have look at the process to download your SSC CHSL TIER 1 Admit Card

1. Go to the official website of SSC ssc.nic.in
2. An Admit Card option will be displayed on your Screen, click on download admit card CHSL TIER 1 2020
3. Enter your details like D.O.B
4. Click on search button

Remember click on the link according to your region, that's why I have listed all the states as per their region.

Good Luck.

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Are people who submitted their ssc chsl 2020 forms with spectacles but with clearly visible eyes rejected? They are able to download their admits na? Please someone reply... I have done the same in ssc cgl 2020.please!

anirudha vats 12th Apr, 2021

Hey,

Firstly, It's technically wrong that you are having power and you are not mentioning that in your form about that. Secondly, you will surely be issued the admit card as they will check it later even if they have to

But if you have not that huge power I don't think it should be much problem. Inform them about that in advance. Surely it will help you .

Hope that helps.

Thank you.

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sir my DOB is wrong in admit card of ssc chsl admit card and I have no id proof of the same DOB.my exam held on 12 April what I do please tell me

Ujjwal Kumawat 11th Apr, 2021

Dear Aspirant

Sorry but There is nothing know you can do anything about it because they give correction time to fix error but i think you should go attend the exam .

If you want to know more about it check out the link given in below https://www.google.com/amp/s/competition.careers360.com/articles/ssc-chsl/amp

If you have any doubt you can ask

Thank you

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I have applied for SSC CHSL under EWS category. But i got my EWS certificate made after applying for CHSL. so am I eligible for EWS or not? Please clarify.

Aditya Kumar Student Expert 9th Apr, 2021

Hi

Yes, you will be able to avail e w s reservation it doesn't matter even if your certificate has been made after applying for SSC CHSL examination , SSC CHSL has 3 tiers and your documents will be verified after you qualify the tier 3 for the purpose of joining letter and in general the validity of E W S certificate is one financial year so you should have a valid certificate in the time of document verification.

To, help you further, here's a brief of SSC CHSL examination pattern and preparation tips :-

Your SSC CHSL examination is conducted in three levels or tiers which are listed below:-

*tier -I :- it is Computer Based examination and questions are asked from General Intelligence, English Language, , Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness.

*Tier - II :- it is a descriptive examination and is conducted in pen and paper mode . You have to write a letter or an application in 150 - 200 words and also an essay in 200 - 250 words either in Hindi or English.

* tier - III:- it is a skill or typing test.

To prepare well you can follow the below tips :-

First of all go through its syllabus at:-

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/ ssc -chsl-syllabus

The list of best books that you can use to cover your SSC ChsL syllabus are listed below

QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE

*Elementary & Advanced Mathematics: Kiran Prakashan

*Advance maths for General Competitions: Rakesh Yadav/KD Publications

GENERAL INTELLIGENCE & REASONING

*Verbal and non-verbal reasoning: R. S. Aggarwal

*Analytical Reasoning: M. K. Pandey

GENERAL AWARENESS

*General Knowledge: Dr Binary Karn /Lucent

*Manorama Yearbook

*Also read newspaper for current affairs

ENGLISH COMPREHENSION

*a mirror of Common Errors: Dr Ashok Kumar /Academic and test publication

*Competitive General English: Kiran Prakashan

*Objective General English: S. P. Bakshi

For details regarding books for SSC CHSL, you can visit our page the link for the same is provided below

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/best-books-to-prepare-for- ssc -chsl

* make a routine, and strictly follow it ,give more time to your weak areas in your routine . Routine will be very helpful for you as it will help you to study in a systematic way and avoid wastage of time and procrastination

* Prepare short notes :- you should prepare subjectwise short notes , it will help you a lot during your revision for your exam

* Revise :- the syllabus of SSC ChsL is wide so revision is must otherwise you may not be able to recall what all you have studied during your exam

* Essay & letter writing :- You should do letter and essay writing practice as in tier II you will have to write letter and essay.

*Practice mock test papers:- it will help you to understand the examination pattern, types and difficulty level of questions which are asked in exam, you will also get to know your preparation level and then can work on your weak areas to perform well in your examination.

* if you are not good at typing then you should do typing practice as well for the tier 3 to improve your speed and accuracy of the typing

For more tips visit

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/how-to-prepare-for- ssc -chsl

Thank you

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ssc chsl,in form name written as per 10th(surname +myname+ father name).but in photo id(i have only aadhar currently) written like surname+myname and father name(care of) is written backside in aadhar.will this create any issue at exam center?

Sharon K Rose Student Expert 4th Apr, 2021

Hello,

No, it will not create any problem. Adhaar card is for identification purpose, you need to carry the Adhaar card for identity of yourself. In SSC HCSL application form you need to fill the name, father's name, mother's name and date of birth as per the details in the class 10th certificate. As you have filled the application form according to the class 10th certificate your application will be accepted.

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