The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 3131 tentative vacancies for LDC, JSA, and DEO posts in various government departments. Eligible 12th-pass candidates can apply online from June 23 to July 18, 2025.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is a premier organization under the Government of India responsible for recruiting staff for various Group ‘C’ (non-technical) and Group ‘B’ (non-gazetted) posts in Ministries, Departments, and attached/subordinate offices of the Government of India. It conducts several competitive examinations annually, including the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) exam, ensuring a fair and merit-based selection process for filling crucial administrative roles across the country.
📌 Type of Recruitment
The recruitment is for Permanent Group ‘C’ positions in various Ministries and Departments of the Government of India. Candidates will be on probation for two years, after which they will be confirmed for permanent appointment.
💼 Position Details
The recruitment is for non-faculty, administrative posts. The available positions are:
- Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’
💰 Pay Level / Salary
The salary structure for the posts is as follows:
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA): Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO): Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) and Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300)
- Data Entry Operator, Grade ‘A’: Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
📊 Vacancy Details
There are approximately 3131 tentative vacancies. The final number of vacancies will be determined in due course and updated on the Commission’s website.
🎓 Qualification (as on 01-01-2026)
- For LDC/JSA, DEO/DEO Grade ‘A’ (except for specific departments): Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.
- For Data Entry Operator (DEO)/DEO Grade ‘A’ in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Ministry of Culture, and Staff Selection Commission: Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent.
📍 Job Location
The posts carry All India Service Liability (AISL), meaning selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India.
📅 Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 23.06.2025
- Online Application End Date: 18.07.2025 (23:00)
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 19.07.2025 (23:00)
- Application Form Correction Window: 23.07.2025 to 24.07.2025 (23:00)
- Schedule of Tier-I (Computer Based Examination): 08.09.2025 to 18.09.2025
- Schedule of Tier-II (Computer Based Examination): February-March 2026
🔗 Official Website Link
https://ssc.gov.in
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SSC CHSL 2025 Recruitment: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What posts are available in the SSC CHSL 2025 Recruitment?
Answer: The SSC CHSL 2025 exam is being conducted to recruit for Group ‘C’ posts, which include:
- Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO), Grade ‘A’
2. What is the last date to apply online for SSC CHSL 2025?
Answer: The last date and time for submitting online applications is July 18, 2025, up to 23:00 hours. Candidates are advised to apply much before the closing date to avoid server issues.
3. What is the salary for LDC, JSA, and DEO posts in SSC CHSL 2025?
Answer: The pay scale for the posts is as follows:
- LDC/JSA: Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)
- DEO: Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) and Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300)
- DEO Grade ‘A’: Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
4. What is the educational qualification required for the SSC CHSL 2025 exam?
Answer: Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard (10+2) or an equivalent examination. For certain Data Entry Operator (DEO) posts in specific ministries, a 12th Standard pass in the Science stream with Mathematics is mandatory.
5. What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2025 applicants?
Answer: The age limit for applicants is 18 to 27 years as of January 1, 2026. This means candidates must have been born between January 2, 1999, and January 1, 2008. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
6. How many vacancies are there for SSC CHSL 2025?
Answer: The notification has announced approximately 3131 tentative vacancies. The final number of vacancies will be confirmed and updated on the official SSC website.
7. Can I edit or correct my SSC CHSL 2025 application after submitting it?
Answer: Yes, the SSC provides a ‘Window for Application Form Correction’ from July 23, 2025, to July 24, 2025. A correction charge of ₹200 is applicable for the first modification and ₹500 for the second.
8. When will the SSC CHSL 2025 Tier-I and Tier-II exams be conducted?
Answer: The examination schedule is:
- Tier-I Exam: September 8, 2025, to September 18, 2025
- Tier-II Exam: February-March 2026