SSC CHSL 10+2 Syllabus 2026
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026 for posts including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO). The official notification contains the Tier-I and Tier-II examination schemes and the SSC CHSL Syllabus 2026. Candidates can check the English, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, Mathematical Abilities, Computer Knowledge, and other applicable test requirements.
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SSC CHSL 10+2 Syllabus 2026
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) : Exam Pattern & Syllabus Details
Important Dates
- • Application Start Date : 7 September 2026
- • Application Last Date : 7 October 2026
- • Correction Last Date : 16 October 2026
- • Exam City / Date Slip Available : Will Be Update
- • Admit Card Release Date : Before Exam
- • Exam Date : Notified Later
Application Fee
- •General / OBC / EWS : ₹ 100/-
- •SC / ST / PH / Female : ₹ 00/-
- •First Correction : ₹200/-
- •Second Correction : ₹500/-
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SSC CHSL 10+2 Syllabus 2026 : Exam Pattern
SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2026
The SSC CHSL 2026 Computer-Based Examination has two tiers. Tier-I is an objective examination. Tier-II includes objective sections, a Computer Knowledge Test, and a qualifying Skill Test or Typing Test, depending on the post.
A. Tier-I Examination
| Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Marks Schemes
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Mode | Computer-Based Examination |
| Question Type | Objective / MCQ |
| Total Duration | 60 minutes |
| Sectional Timer | 15 minutes per subject |
| Negative Marking | 0.50 mark for each wrong answer |
B. Tier-II Examination
| Section | Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section I | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 |
| Section I | Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 |
| Section II | English Language and Comprehension | 40 | 120 |
| Section II | General Awareness | 20 | 60 |
| Section III | Computer Knowledge Test | 15 | 45 |
| Section IV | Skill Test / Typing Test | Post-specific | Qualifying |
Tier-II Session I: 2 hours 15 minutes, including the three objective sections.
Tier-II Session II: Skill Test / Typing Test.
Negative Marking: 1 mark for each incorrect answer in Sections I, II and III of Tier-II.
Important: The Computer Knowledge Test and Skill Test / Typing Test are qualifying in nature. Candidates must qualify the applicable sections according to the official notification.
C. Skill Test / Typing Test
| Post | Test Requirement |
|---|---|
| LDC / JSA | Typing Test in English or Hindi |
| DEO / DEO Grade A — specified departments | 15,000 key depressions per hour |
| Other applicable DEO posts | 8,000 key depressions per hour |
For LDC/JSA, the reported typing-speed requirement is 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi. Candidates should consult the official notification for post-specific conditions and exemptions.
SSC CHSL 10+2 Syllabus 2026 : Syllabus
The official notification provides the indicative syllabus for Tier I and Tier II. The following tables summarize the topics specified by SSC.
1. Tier-I Syllabus
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| English Language | Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms, Homonyms, Antonyms, Spelling Errors, Idioms and Phrases, One-Word Substitution, Sentence Improvement, Active and Passive Voice, Direct and Indirect Speech, Sentence Rearrangement, Cloze Passage and Comprehension |
| General Intelligence | Semantic and Figural Analogy, Symbolic Operations, Number Analogy, Space Orientation, Classification, Venn Diagrams, Inference, Pattern Folding and Unfolding, Series, Embedded Figures, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Word Building, Social Intelligence, Coding-Decoding and Numerical Operations |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number Systems, Decimals and Fractions, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square Roots, Averages, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership, Mixture and Alligation, Time and Distance, Time and Work, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry and Statistical Charts |
| General Awareness | Current Events, Everyday Scientific Awareness, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy and Scientific Research relating to India and neighbouring countries |
2. Tier-II Syllabus
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematical Abilities | Number Systems, Fundamental Arithmetic Operations, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square Roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership, Mixture and Alligation, Time and Distance, Time and Work, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Statistics and Probability |
| Reasoning and General Intelligence | Semantic Analogy, Symbolic Operations, Number Analogy, Figural Analogy, Space Orientation, Classification, Venn Diagrams, Inference, Pattern Folding, Series, Embedded Figures, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Word Building, Social Intelligence and Coding-Decoding |
| English Language and Comprehension | Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, Error Detection, Fill in the Blanks, Spelling, Idioms and Phrases, One-Word Substitution, Sentence Improvement, Active and Passive Voice, Direct and Indirect Speech, Sentence Rearrangement, Cloze Passage and Comprehension |
| General Awareness | Current Events, General Awareness of the Environment, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy and Scientific Research relating to India and neighbouring countries |
| Computer Knowledge | Computer Basics, CPU, Input and Output Devices, Memory, Backup Devices, Ports, Windows Explorer, Keyboard Shortcuts, Windows Operating System, MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Internet Browsing, Searching, Downloading, Uploading, Email, E-Banking, Networking Devices, Protocols and Cyber Security |
3. Computer Knowledge — Detailed Areas
| Topic | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Computer Fundamentals | Computer Organization, CPU, Input/Output Devices and Memory |
| Hardware | Memory Organization, Backup Devices and Ports |
| Operating System | Windows Operating System and Windows Explorer |
| Office Applications | MS Word, MS Excel and PowerPoint |
| Internet and Email | Web Browsing, Searching, Downloading, Uploading and Email Account Management |
| Digital Services | E-Banking |
| Networking | Networking Devices and Protocols |
| Cyber Security | Hacking, Viruses, Worms, Trojans and Preventive Measures |
4. Skill Test / Typing Test
| Post | Official Test Requirement |
|---|---|
| LDC / JSA | Typing Test in English or Hindi |
| DEO / DEO Grade A — specified departments | Data Entry Skill Test at 15,000 key depressions per hour |
| Other applicable DEO posts | Data Entry Skill Test at 8,000 key depressions per hour |
The Skill Test / Typing Test is qualifying in nature. Post-specific standards and applicable exemptions should be checked in the official notification.
How to Download SSC CHSL 10+2 Syllabus 2026
- Visit the official SSC website at https://ssc.gov.in/.
- Open the official notice for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2026.
- Open the notification PDF.
- Locate the Scheme of Examination section.
- Read the Tier-I and Tier-II examination pattern.
- Find the Indicative Syllabus sections for Tier-I and Tier-II.
- Review the syllabus for your applicable post and Skill Test / Typing Test requirements.
- Download or save the official PDF for future reference.
SSC CHSL 10+2 Syllabus 2026 : Important Links
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SSC CHSL 10+2 Syllabus 2026 : FAQs
Q. Where can I download the SSC CHSL Syllabus 2026 PDF?
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A. You can download the official notification containing the syllabus from
Q. How many tiers are there in SSC CHSL 2026?
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A. The Computer-Based Examination is conducted in two tiers: Tier-I and Tier-II.
Q. Which subjects are included in Tier-I?
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A. Tier-I includes English Language, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness.
Q. Which subjects are included in Tier-II?
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A. Tier-II includes Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning and General Intelligence, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge and the applicable Skill Test or Typing Test.
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