For DEO Posts
- Test:
- Skill Test
- Specified DEO posts:
- 15,000 key depressions per hour
- Other DEO posts:
- 8,000 key depressions per hour
- Duration:
- 15 minutes
- Nature:
- Mandatory and Qualifying
Based on Latest Official SSC Pattern
SSC CHSL Exam Pattern 2026
Understand the SSC CHSL Tier I and Tier II exam pattern, including the number of questions, marks, duration, negative marking, Computer Knowledge Test and Skill/Typing Test. This page is based on the latest official SSC examination scheme and is updated for 2026 preparation.
Tier I at a Glance
Total Questions100
Total Marks200
Total Duration60 Minutes
Negative Marking0.50 mark per wrong answer
SSC CHSL Tier I Exam Pattern 2026
Objective Computer Based Examination used for shortlisting candidates for Tier II.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
The total duration is 60 minutes for all four Tier I sections combined. There is no separate fixed time limit for each subject.
0.50 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer in Tier I.
Tier I is used for shortlisting candidates for Tier II.
SSC CHSL Tier II Exam Pattern
Tier II is conducted in two sessions on the same day. Session I contains objective CBT sections, while Session II contains the qualifying Skill Test or Typing Test.
Tier II Session I
Section / SubjectQues.Marks
Section I
Mathematical Abilities
Scored
Section I
Reasoning and General Intelligence
Scored
Section I Total
1 Hour · Scored
Section II
English Language and Comprehension
Scored
Section II
General Awareness
Scored
Section II Total
1 Hour · Scored
Section III
Computer Knowledge Test
15 Minutes · Mandatory and Qualifying
Session I Total
2 Hours 15 Minutes · Sections I–II scored; Section III qualifying
There is a negative marking of 1 mark for every incorrect answer in Section I, Section II and Section III of Tier II.
Tier II Section IV – Skill Test/Typing Test (Session II)
Session II is conducted after Session I on the same day, following a break for re-registration.
For LDC/JSA Posts
- Test:
- Typing Test
- Duration:
- 10 Minutes
- English speed:
- 35 words per minute
- Hindi speed:
- 30 words per minute
- Nature:
- Qualifying
Important Points
Exam Mode
Tier I: Computer Based ExaminationTier II: Computer Based Examination followed by Skill/Typing Test.
Negative Marking
Tier I: 0.50 mark per incorrect answer.Tier II Sections I–III: 1 mark per incorrect answer.
Qualifying Sections
Computer Knowledge Test and Skill/Typing Test are mandatory but qualifying in nature.
Final Merit
Final merit is prepared using the aggregate marks of Tier II Section I and Section II, subject to qualifying Section III and Section IV.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the exam pattern of SSC CHSL Tier I?+
Tier I is an objective Computer Based Examination containing 100 questions for 200 marks across English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness.
Q2. Is there negative marking in SSC CHSL Tier I?+
Yes. 0.50 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer in Tier I.
Q3. How many sections are there in SSC CHSL Tier I?+
Tier I contains four sections: English Language, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness.
Q4. What is the duration of SSC CHSL Tier I?+
The total duration is 60 minutes for all four sections combined. SSC does not provide a separate fixed 15-minute limit for each subject.
Q5. What is the SSC CHSL Tier II exam pattern?+
Tier II is conducted in two sessions. Session I contains Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English, General Awareness and Computer Knowledge. Session II contains the Skill Test or Typing Test.
Q6. Is SSC CHSL Tier II qualifying or merit-based?+
Tier II Section I and Section II are used for final merit. The Computer Knowledge Test and Skill/Typing Test are qualifying in nature, but candidates must qualify all required sections.