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SSC CHSL Previous Year Cut Off 2025 – Category & Post Wise Tier 1 Marks

SSC CHSL Previous Year Cut Off 2025: Check detailed category-wise (UR/OBC/SC/ST) and post-wise Tier 1 cut-off trends. Analyze past scores to set your target.

SSC CHSL Previous Year Cut Off 2025 | Category & Post Wise Tier 1 Cut Off

The SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) Exam is a national level recruitment test conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for various Group-C posts such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant (PA/SA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO). Cut off marks determine which candidates qualify to appear for the next stage of selection.

The official cut-off marks for the 2025 Tier-1 SSC CHSL exam are yet to be published with the result PDF. Meanwhile, previous years’ cut off data (latest official: 2024) provides the most accurate benchmark for aspirants to gauge competition and expected qualifying marks.

SSC CHSL Previous Year Tier I Category Wise Cut Off

Category 2024 Tier 1 Cut Off 2023 Tier 1 Cut Off 2022 Tier 1 Cut Off

UR / General 157.36 153.91 157.73

OBC 156.62 152.27 153.25

EWS 150.52 151.10 151.03

SC 139.68 136.41 135.47

ST 129.45 124.53 125.80

ESM 78.23 102.48 97.98

OH 124.70 132.44 122.72

HH 81.07 94.09 86.71

VH 123.79 132.22 138.32

PwD – Other 72.54 115.28 83.25

*Note: These figures are taken from the latest confirmed Tier-1 SSC CHSL cut off published with the result PDF for 2024 and earlier years. They represent the normalized marks candidates needed to qualify for the next stage of SSC CHSL.

Category	2024 Tier 1 Cut Off	2023 Tier 1 Cut Off	2022 Tier 1 Cut Off
UR / General	157.36	153.91	157.73
OBC	156.62	152.27	153.25
EWS	150.52	151.10	151.03
SC	139.68	136.41	135.47
ST	129.45	124.53	125.80
ESM	78.23	102.48	97.98
OH	124.70	132.44	122.72
HH	81.07	94.09	86.71
VH	123.79	132.22	138.32
PwD – Other	72.54	115.28	83.25

Post Wise Cut Off – SSC CHSL Tier 1 (LDC/JSA vs DEO)

Post	Category	2024 Cut Off
LDC / JSA	UR	157.36
	OBC	156.62
	EWS	150.52
	SC	139.68
	ST	129.45
DEO / DEO Grade A	UR	176.27
	OBC	176.27
	SC	166.68

The DEO / Data Entry Operator posts usually have higher cut off marks compared to LDC / JSA due to the skill requirements and fewer vacancies.

SSC CHSL Exam Pattern

SSC CHSL Tier-1 is an objective online exam followed by Tier-2 (descriptive) and skill/typing tests depending on the post.

Tier	Type	Sections	Total Questions	Total Marks	Duration
Tier 1	Computer Based Test (CBT)	General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language	100	200	60 Minutes
Tier 2	Descriptive Paper	English Language & Comprehension	1 Essay & Letter	100	60 Minutes
Skill Test	Typing / Data Entry	Post Specific	–	Qualifying	–

Factors Affecting Cut Off

Total number of candidates appearing
Number of vacancies
Difficulty level of the exam
Reservation policy and normalization process

Candidates should always aim for a score higher than the previous years’ cut off to increase the chances of qualification for Tier-2 and final selection.

Posts under SSC CHSL Examination

Post Name	Pay Level	Department / Office
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)	Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)	Various Ministries / Departments of Government of India
Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)	Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)	Central Government Offices
Postal Assistant (PA)	Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)	Department of Posts
Sorting Assistant (SA)	Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)	Department of Posts
Data Entry Operator (DEO)	Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)	Various Central Government Departments
Data Entry Operator (DEO) Grade ‘A’	Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300)	Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution

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Written by: KK Tiwari

Published on: January 14, 2026

Meet KK Tiwari, a leading expert in government exam analysis. With over 9 years of experience, he provides in-depth guides on syllabus, exam patterns, and cut-offs.

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Freqently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the SSC CHSL Tier 1 cut off for 2025?

The SSC CHSL Tier 1 cut off for 2025 will be released with the result PDF when officially published by SSC.

How is SSC CHSL cut off calculated?

SSC CHSL cut off is calculated based on normalized marks, performance of candidates, number of vacancies, and difficulty level.

Does SSC CHSL have separate cut offs for different posts?

Yes, SSC CHSL has separate cut offs for different posts such as LDC/JSA and DEO, and also varies by category.

What was the general category cut off for SSC CHSL 2024?

The general category cut off for SSC CHSL 2024 Tier 1 was 157.36.

Why do cut off marks change every year?

Cut off marks vary each year due to changes in competition, number of applicants, and exam difficulty.

Is there a sectional cut off in SSC CHSL Tier 1?

No, SSC CHSL Tier 1 does not have sectional cut offs; only overall cut off determines qualification.

What is the difference between post wise cut off and category wise cut off?

Category wise cut off refers to marks needed per reservation category, while post wise cut off refers to marks needed per specific post such as DEO or LDC/JSA.

How many stages are there in the SSC CHSL exam?

SSC CHSL consists of Tier 1 (CBT), Tier 2 (Descriptive), and Skill/Typing test stages.

Do DEO posts have higher cut off than LDC/JSA?

Yes, DEO posts generally have higher cut offs compared to LDC/JSA due to skill requirements.

Where can I check the official SSC CHSL cut offs?

Official SSC CHSL cut offs are available on the SSC website along with the result PDF.