SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025 – Job Description

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the notification for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2025 for recruitment to various Group C posts in Central Government departments and offices. The main posts under this recruitment include Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO).

The CHSL exam is conducted annually for candidates who have passed the 12th standard or equivalent from a recognized board. For certain DEO positions, candidates must have passed 12th with Mathematics as a subject. The recruitment process includes a Tier-I (CBT), Tier-II (CBT + Skill/Typing Test), and document verification.

The age limit for applicants is 18 to 27 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and other categories as per government norms. The application fee is ₹100 for General/OBC candidates, while SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM/Women candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

There are approximately 3131 tentative vacancies across various ministries and departments. Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary as per Pay Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) for LDC/JSA and Pay Level 4/5 (up to ₹92,300) for DEO posts.

The online application process is open from 23 June to 18 July 2025 at https://ssc.gov.in. This is a golden opportunity for 12th pass aspirants to secure a stable government job with career growth and attractive benefits.