The SSC CHSL exam date 2026 for Tier-I is out. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has proposed the Tier-I computer-based exam from 30 November 2026 to 31 December 2026. SSC shared this schedule in its notice of 1 October 2026. The exam fills about 2,536 LDC/JSA, DEO and DEO Grade ‘A’ posts. Applications closed on 7 October 2026. So, registered candidates should now focus on the syllabus and exam pattern explained below.
SSC CHSL Exam Date 2026: Overview
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam | Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026 |
| Posts | LDC / JSA, DEO, DEO Grade ‘A’ |
| Vacancies | About 2,536 (tentative) |
| Tier-I exam | 30 November 2026 to 31 December 2026 (proposed) |
| Exam mode | Computer Based Examination (CBE) |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification and online application start | 7 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 7 October 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Last date for online fee payment | 8 October 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Application correction window | 14 to 16 October 2026 |
| Tier-I CBE (proposed) | 30 November 2026 to 31 December 2026 |
| Tier-II CBE | To be notified later |
Also note that SSC has proposed two other exams before CHSL. The JE Paper-I is planned from 2 to 6 November 2026. Next, the Delhi Police and CAPF SI exam is planned from 20 to 28 November 2026.
SSC CHSL 2026 Admit Card
SSC says admission certificates for every stage will be issued online on its websites. As per the notice, the admit card is usually available about 2 to 3 days before the exam. Therefore, keep your registration details ready. You must carry a printout of the admit card to the exam hall.
Application Fee, Age Limit and Eligibility
The application window is closed. However, these details help you check your form and documents for later stages.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Application fee | Rs. 100; women, SC, ST, PwBD and eligible ESM candidates exempted |
| Age limit | 18 to 27 years as on 1 August 2026 |
| Date of birth range | Not before 2 August 1999 and not after 1 August 2008 |
| Qualification | 12th pass from a recognised board (as on 7 October 2026) |
| DEO in some ministries | 12th pass in Science with Mathematics |
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years (OBC 13 years, SC/ST 15 years)
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deducting military service
- Widows, divorced or judicially separated women (not remarried): up to 35 years (SC/ST up to 40 years)
Salary and Pay Level
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| LDC / JSA | Level-2 (Rs. 19,900 to 63,200) |
| DEO | Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100) and Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300) |
| DEO Grade ‘A’ | Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100) |
SSC CHSL 2026 Tier-I Exam Pattern
Tier-I has 100 questions for 200 marks. The duration is 60 minutes. Each subject also has a 15-minute sectional timer. Moreover, each wrong answer costs 0.50 marks.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill) | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
The minimum qualifying marks in Tier-I are 30% for UR, 25% for OBC/EWS and 20% for others. Also, SSC normalises marks when the exam runs in several shifts.
SSC CHSL 2026 Tier-I Syllabus
English Language
Spot the error, fill in the blanks, synonyms, antonyms, spelling errors, idioms and phrases, one-word substitution, sentence improvement, active and passive voice, direct and indirect speech, sentence shuffling, cloze test and comprehension.
General Intelligence
Verbal and non-verbal reasoning. For example, analogy, classification, series, figural patterns, space orientation, Venn diagrams, coding-decoding, critical thinking, problem solving and word building.
Quantitative Aptitude
Number system, percentage, ratio and proportion, square roots, average, simple and compound interest, profit and loss, discount, partnership, mixture and alligation, time and distance, time and work, basic algebra, geometry, mensuration, trigonometry and data charts.
General Awareness
Everyday science, current events, and India and its neighbours. This covers history, culture, geography, economy, general policy and scientific research.
Tier-II Pattern in Brief
Session-I lasts 2 hours 15 minutes. Section-I has Mathematical Abilities and Reasoning (30 questions each). Section-II has English (40 questions) and General Awareness (20 questions). Section-III is a qualifying Computer Knowledge Test of 15 questions. Session-II has a qualifying skill test or typing test. Each wrong answer in Sections I to III costs 1 mark. Finally, merit depends on Sections I and II.
- LDC/JSA typing test: 35 words per minute in English or 30 in Hindi, for 10 minutes.
- DEO skill test: 15,000 key depressions per hour in some ministries, and 8,000 for others, for 15 minutes.
How to Prepare and Download the Admit Card
- First, revise the four Tier-I subjects using the syllabus above.
- Next, take full 60-minute mock tests with sectional timing.
- Then, watch the SSC website for the exam city and admit card notice.
- Log in at ssc.gov.in with your registration details when the link opens.
- Finally, print the admit card and carry it with a valid photo ID.
If you have not registered on the new portal yet, read our SSC OTR registration guide. You can also follow our government exam preparation guide for a study plan.
Important Links
| SSC CHSL 2026 notification (PDF) | Download |
| SSC exam schedule notice, 1 October 2026 (PDF) | Download |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
FAQs on SSC CHSL Exam Date 2026
What is the SSC CHSL exam date 2026 for Tier-I?
SSC has proposed Tier-I from 30 November 2026 to 31 December 2026.
When will the SSC CHSL 2026 admit card come?
The notice says admit cards come online, usually 2 to 3 days before the exam.
How many vacancies are there in SSC CHSL 2026?
There are about 2,536 tentative vacancies. The final number may change.
Is there negative marking in Tier-I?
Yes. Each wrong answer costs 0.50 marks.
Can I still apply for SSC CHSL 2026?
No. The last date was 7 October 2026, and the correction window closed on 16 October 2026.
Sources
- Staff Selection Commission, Notice of Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2026: vacancies, dates, fee, age, eligibility, pay, pattern, syllabus and admit card rules.
- Staff Selection Commission, Important Notice dated 1 October 2026: proposed schedule for CHSL Tier-I, JE Paper-I and SI exams.
Always confirm details on the official website before applying.