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Verified 2026 PatternStaff Selection Commission (SSC)Central Govt12th PassUpdated: 01/03/2026

SSC CHSL (10+2 Level - LDC, JSA, DEO) Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026

Official topic-wise syllabus and examination pattern for SSC CHSL (10+2 Level - LDC, JSA, DEO) Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Complete stage breakdown, subject weightage, duration, and marking scheme.

Selection Stages
2 Stages
Tier-I: Computer Based Examination (Screening) • Tier-II: Computer Based Examination (Paper-I Session I & Session II Skill Test / Typing Test).
Exam Format
Objective & Descriptive
Bilingual (English & Hindi)
Negative Marking
Official Penalty Rules
Qualifying thresholds apply
Eligibility
12th Pass
Must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.

Subject-Wise & Micro-Topic Syllabus Breakdown

Official syllabus curriculum and subject topics prescribed by Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

1

Tier-I: English Language (Basic Knowledge - 50 Marks, 25 Questions)

50 Marks25 Questions1 topic
  • Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Homonyms, Antonyms, Spellings/Detecting mis-spelt words, Idioms & Phrases, One word substitution, Improvement of Sentences, Active/Passive Voice of Verbs, Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration, Shuffling of Sentence parts, Shuffling of Sentences in a passage, Cloze Passage, Comprehension Passage.

2

Tier-I: General Intelligence (50 Marks, 25 Questions)

50 Marks25 Questions1 topic
  • Semantic Analogy, Symbolic operations, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Trends, Figural Analogy, Space Orientation, Semantic Classification, Venn Diagrams, Symbolic/Number Classification, Drawing inferences, Figural Classification, Punched hole/pattern-folding & unfolding, Semantic Series, Figural Pattern-folding and completion, Number Series, Embedded figures, Figural Series, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Word Building, Social Intelligence, Coding and de-coding.

3

Tier-I: Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skills - 50 Marks, 25 Questions)

50 Marks25 Questions1 topic
  • Number Systems, Fundamental arithmetical operations (Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership, Mixture & Alligation, Time & Distance, Time & Work), Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Statistical Charts.

4

Tier-I: General Awareness (50 Marks, 25 Questions)

50 Marks25 Questions1 topic
  • Current events of national and international importance, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy, Scientific Research.

5

Tier-II: Paper-I Comprehensive Structure

6 topics
  • Section I Module-I: Mathematical Abilities (30 Questions, 90 Marks).

  • Section I Module-II: Reasoning and General Intelligence (30 Questions, 90 Marks).

  • Section II Module-I: English Language and Comprehension (40 Questions, 120 Marks).

  • Section II Module-II: General Awareness (20 Questions, 60 Marks).

  • Section III Module-I: Computer Knowledge (15 Questions, 45 Marks - Qualifying).

  • Section III Module-II: Skill Test / Typing Test (DEO: 15,000 Key Depressions per hour / LDC-JSA: 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi).

Official Preparation Strategy & Guidelines

Candidates are advised to prepare systematically covering all prescribed topics, solve previous years' question papers, and practice mock tests under timed conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions (3)

Note: This syllabus and exam pattern is published purely for general informational purposes. Candidates are strongly advised to visit the official website and refer to the official syllabus circular to verify any recent changes, scheme updates, or revisions. We are not responsible for any inadvertent error, omission, or subsequent modifications made by the conducting authority.

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