SSC CHSL 2023
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC), under the Government of India, has announced the commencement of the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL 10+2) Examination for the year 2023-24. This prestigious examination is scheduled to be held in August 2023. It offers a wonderful opportunity for candidates to secure positions such as Postal Assistants/Sorting Assistants, Data Entry Operators (DEO), and Lower Divisional Clerks (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) in various Ministries/Departments/Offices of the Government of India. The online registration process for SSC CHSL 2023 is set to close on 8th June 2023.
Key Details
1. Exam Name: Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Exam 2023 (SSC CHSL 2023) 2. Tentative Vacancies: 1600
Pay Scales
To entice talented individuals, the SSC CHSL 2023 offers attractive pay scales based on the respective positions:
- Postal Assistant (PA) / Sorting Assistant (SA) Scale of Pay: Pay Level-2 (₹ 19,900 – 63,200)
- Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) Scale of Pay: Pay Level-4 (₹ 25,500 – 81,100)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO) Scale of Pay: Pay Level-4 (₹ 25,500 – 81,100)
- Data Entry Operator (DEO), Grade ‘A’ Scale of Pay: Pay Level-4 (₹ 25,500 – 81,100)
Age Limit
The age criteria for SSC CHSL 2023 are as follows:
- Applicants must be between 18 to 27 years old as of 1st August 2023.
- Candidates born between 02-08-1996 and 01-08-2005 are eligible to apply.
- Age relaxation is applicable, with 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and an additional 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the positions of LDC/JSA, PA/SA, and DEO, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Successful completion of Matric with 12th class standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized board or university.
For the post of DEO in the Office of Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG), the following additional requirement applies:
- Matriculation with 12th class pass in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized board or equivalent.
Selection Process
The selection process for SSC CHSL 2023 consists of three stages:
- Tier-I Computer Based Examination (Objective Type): This stage has a duration of 60 minutes and is divided into four parts: English Language (Basic Knowledge), General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill), and General Awareness. Each part carries 50 marks.
- Tier-II Paper (Descriptive): In this stage, candidates must complete a descriptive paper of 100 marks within one hour. The paper evaluates the writing skills of the candidates, assessing their ability to write an essay of 200-250 words and a letter/application of approximately 150-200 words. The minimum qualifying marks for Tier-II are 33 percent. The paper can be written in either Hindi or English, but a combination of both languages will not be evaluated.
- Tier-III Examination (Skill Test/Typing Test): The final stage of the examination is a skill test/typing test, which is of qualifying nature. The score obtained by candidates in Tier-I and Tier-II will determine the final merit.
Skill Test for Data Entry Operator:
- Data Entry Speed of 8,000 (eight thousand) key depressions per hour on a computer.
- For the post of Data Entry Operator in the Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG), a speed test of not less than 15,000 key depressions per hour for data entry work will be conducted.
Application Fee
- General/OBC candidates: ₹ 100/-
- SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/All Women candidates: Nil
The application fee can be paid online.
How to Apply?
To apply for SSC CHSL 2023, candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit the official website of SSC (ssc.nic.in) and log in or register to create a new user name and password.
- Access the SSC Apply Online link: ssc.nic.in/Portal/Apply, click on “CHSL,” and then select “Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2023.”
- Fill in the required basic/personal/communication details and upload scanned copies of your color passport-size photograph, signature, and other necessary documents.
- The last date for online registration of SSC CHSL 10+2 2023 is 8th June 2023, until 23:00 hours.
Logon to: https://ssc.nic.in/SSCFileServer/PortalManagement/UploadedFiles/Notice_chsl_09052023.pdf for more detailed information.
Apply online @ https://ssc.nic.in/Portal/Apply
Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to embark on a rewarding career with the Government of India. Apply for SSC CHSL 2023 today and take the first step towards a bright future.