SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025: 3131 Vacancies Notified – Complete Guide

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SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025: 3131 Vacancies

SSC CHSL RECRUITMENT 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the SSC CHSL 2025 notification on June 23, 2025, opening recruitment for 3,131 Group C vacancies across central government departments. This highly anticipated annual recruitment drive targets 12th-pass candidates for prestigious roles like Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO), Postal Assistant (PA), and Sorting Assistant (SA). Here’s everything you need to know:

📅 Key Dates & Application Deadlines

Event	Date
Notification Release	23 June 2025
Online Application Start	23 June 2025
Last Date to Apply	18 July 2025 (11:00 PM)
Fee Payment Deadline	19 July 2025 (11:00 PM)
Correction Window	23–24 July 2025
Tier-I Exam (CBT)	8–18 September 2025
Tier-II Exam (CBT)	February–March 2026

Applications are submitted exclusively via the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in). Late submissions face automatic rejection .

⚖️ Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification:

LDC/JSA/PA/SA/DEO (General): 12th pass (or equivalent) from a recognized board.
DEO in C&AG/Ministry of Culture: 12th pass in Science stream with Mathematics .

2. Age Limit (as of 1 January 2026):

Minimum: 18 years (born not before 2 January 1999).
Maximum: 27 years (born not after 1 January 2008).
Age Relaxations:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- PwBD: +10 years (Unreserved), +13 years (OBC), +15 years (SC/ST) .

💰 Salary Structure & Posts

Post	Pay Level	Salary Range (₹)
LDC/JSA	Level-2	19,900–63,200
DEO	Level-4	25,500–81,100
DEO Grade ‘A’	Level-4	25,500–81,100
DEO (Higher Grade)	Level-5	29,200–92,300

Vacancies span ministries like Home Affairs, Defence, Finance, and constitutional bodies .

📝 Application Process & Fees

Registration: New users must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID.
Form Submission: Fill in personal/educational details and upload documents:

Photograph (JPEG, 20–50 KB)
Signature (JPEG, 10–20 KB)

Fee Payment:

General/OBC/EWS: ₹100 (online via UPI, cards, or net banking).
SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen: Exempted .

Confirmation: Download the submission receipt for future reference.

📚 Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Tier-I (Objective CBT):

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration
English Language	25	50	60 minutes
General Intelligence	25	50
Quantitative Aptitude	25	50
General Awareness	25	50
Total	100	200

Negative Marking: 0.5 marks per wrong answer.
Languages: Available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages .

Tier-II (Descriptive CBT + Skill Test):

Session-I: MCQ-based on Math, Reasoning, and English.
Session-II:
Typing Test (for LDC/JSA): 35 WPM in English/30 WPM in Hindi.
Skill Test (for DEO): 8,000 key depressions/hour .

📉 Vacancy Trends & Departmental Distribution

2025 Vacancies: 3,131 (down from 3,712 in 2024).
Major Departments:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Defence Accounts
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
Department of Commerce .

🚀 Preparation Strategy

Syllabus Focus: Prioritize Quantitative Aptitude (Number Systems, Algebra) and General Awareness (current affairs, Indian polity).
Study Resources:

Official SSC CHSL previous papers (2020–2024).
Books: Arihant SSC CHSL Tier-I & II Guides.

Mock Tests: Utilize free online tests on platforms like Testbook .

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can final-year students apply?
Yes, but proof of passing 12th grade must be submitted by 1 January 2026.
Is the Tier-II exam qualifying?
Yes, candidates need 33% to clear Tier-II.
How are exam centers assigned?
Based on candidate preference during application; centers include Tier-2/3 cities like Guwahati, Imphal, and Aizawl .
Helpline Support: Contact SSC at 18003093063 for application issues .

💡 Conclusion

The SSC CHSL 2025 recruitment is a golden opportunity for 12th-pass candidates to secure stable central government employment. With applications closing on 18 July 2025, aspirants should immediately:

Verify eligibility.
Prepare documents.
Begin exam preparation.

For the official notification and application link, visit SSC’s Portal. Stay updated via SSC’s official social media channels for admit cards (expected August 2025) and Tier-I results.

Pro Tip: Apply early to avoid last-minute technical glitches! 🚀