📅 Updated: 16 October 2026
Short Information: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) examination to fill posts such as Lower Division Clerk, Junior Secretariat Assistant and Data Entry Operator in central government offices. This article explains the exam pattern of Tier 1 and Tier 2 along with subject-wise details.
SSC CHSL Syllabus 2026 – Tier 1 & Tier 2 Overview
The CHSL examination is held in two stages. Tier 1 is a computer-based examination. Tier 2 has two sessions, which include written sections along with a computer section and a typing or skill test.
SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2026
| Stage | Questions | Marks | Time | Negative Marking |
| Tier I | 100 questions | 200 marks | 60 minutes | 0.50 marks per wrong answer |
| Tier II | 135 questions | 405 marks | Refer to the official notification | 1 mark per wrong answer |
Tier I – Subject-wise Questions and Marks
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Tier II – Session Details
In Session I, the maths and reasoning sections come first, followed by the English and general awareness sections, and then a computer section. Session II has a qualifying typing or skill test. In Tier II sections, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
How to Download the Syllabus
- Open the official website.
- Look for the syllabus or notification section.
- Select the official CHSL syllabus.
- Read the PDF carefully and save it.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Official Website | Official website of SSC |
Note: This article is published on a private information portal (not a government website). For final and accurate information, always check the official notification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Question: How many questions are there in Tier I?
Answer: Tier I has 100 questions carrying 200 marks.
Question: What is the negative marking in Tier I?
Answer: In Tier I, 0.50 marks are deducted for each wrong answer.
Question: How many questions and marks are there in Tier II?
Answer: Tier II has 135 questions carrying 405 marks.
Question: In which session is the typing test held in Tier II?
Answer: The typing or skill test is held in Session II and is qualifying in nature.
Question: Where can I download the syllabus?
Answer: The syllabus can be downloaded from the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in.
