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SSC CHSL Syllabus 2025 – Complete & Detailed Subject Wise Guide

SSC CHSL Syllabus 2025 explained in detail. Check Tier 1 and Tier 2 syllabus subject-wise including General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English, General Awareness and Skill Test.

SSC CHSL Official Syllabus 2025 (Detailed) | Tier 1 & Tier 2

The SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) examination is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit candidates for Group-C posts such as LDC, JSA, PA, SA, and DEO in various central government departments. To score well in the exam, candidates must have a clear understanding of the SSC CHSL syllabus and exam structure.

The SSC CHSL syllabus is designed to test a candidate’s reasoning ability, numerical aptitude, language proficiency, and general awareness. The examination is conducted in multiple stages, and each stage has a defined syllabus. This article explains the SSC CHSL syllabus in a detailed, section-wise and topic-wise manner to help aspirants plan their preparation effectively.

SSC CHSL Tier-I Syllabus

Tier-I is a computer-based objective examination consisting of four sections. Each section carries equal weightage, and there is negative marking for incorrect answers.

General Intelligence & Reasoning Syllabus

This section evaluates the candidate’s logical thinking, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills. Questions are generally non-verbal and verbal in nature.

Topic	Sub Topics
Logical Reasoning	Analogies, Similarities and Differences, Classification
Series	Number Series, Alphabet Series, Alphanumeric Series
Coding-Decoding	Letter Coding, Number Coding, Symbol Coding
Relations	Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Order and Ranking
Non-Verbal Reasoning	Figure Classification, Figure Series, Mirror Images, Paper Folding

Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus

The Quantitative Aptitude section tests a candidate’s numerical ability and understanding of basic mathematical concepts.

Topic	Sub Topics
Arithmetic	Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average
Time & Work	Work Efficiency, Pipes and Cisterns
Speed	Time, Speed and Distance
Interest	Simple Interest, Compound Interest
Mensuration	Area, Volume, Perimeter of Geometric Figures
Data Interpretation	Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, Tables

English Language Syllabus

The English Language section assesses the candidate’s understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.

Topic	Details
Grammar	Tenses, Voice, Narration, Subject-Verb Agreement
Vocabulary	Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitution
Error Detection	Sentence Improvement, Spotting Errors
Comprehension	Reading Comprehension Passages

General Awareness Syllabus

This section evaluates the candidate’s awareness of current events and general knowledge related to India and the world.

Area	Topics
History	Ancient, Medieval, Modern Indian History
Geography	Indian Geography, Physical Geography
Polity	Indian Constitution, Governance
Economy	Basic Economic Concepts, Budget, Planning
Science	Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Basic Level)
Current Affairs	National & International Events

SSC CHSL Tier-II Syllabus

Tier-II is conducted in two sessions. Session-I is objective in nature, while Session-II consists of Skill Test or Typing Test depending on the post.

Tier-II Session-I (Objective Modules)

Module	Syllabus
Mathematical Abilities	Number System, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics
Reasoning & General Intelligence	Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning
English Language	Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension
General Awareness	Current Affairs, General Science, Polity, Economy

Tier-II Session-II (Skill / Typing Test)

The Skill Test / Typing Test is qualifying in nature and mandatory for final selection.

Post	Test Requirement
LDC / JSA / PA / SA	Typing Test – 35 WPM (English) / 30 WPM (Hindi)
DEO	Data Entry Skill Test – 8,000 key depressions per hour
DEO Grade ‘A’	Data Entry Skill Test – 15,000 key depressions per hour

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Written by: KK Tiwari

Published on: January 14, 2026

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Freqently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the SSC CHSL syllabus for Tier-I?

SSC CHSL Tier-I syllabus includes General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness.

How many subjects are there in SSC CHSL Tier-I?

There are four subjects in SSC CHSL Tier-I exam.

Is the SSC CHSL syllabus same for all posts?

Yes, the syllabus is same for all posts except skill test requirements.

Does SSC CHSL Tier-II have descriptive paper?

No, SSC CHSL no longer has a separate descriptive paper in Tier-II.

Is there negative marking in SSC CHSL exam?

Yes, negative marking applies in both Tier-I and Tier-II objective tests.

What is the syllabus for SSC CHSL Skill Test?

Skill Test syllabus depends on typing or data entry requirements.

Is mathematics compulsory for all CHSL posts?

Mathematics is compulsory only for DEO Grade ‘A’ post.

How important is current affairs in SSC CHSL?

Current affairs plays an important role in General Awareness section.

Is the Tier-II Skill Test qualifying?

Yes, Skill Test is qualifying in nature.

Where can I download SSC CHSL syllabus PDF?

SSC CHSL syllabus PDF can be downloaded from the official SSC website.