SSC CHSL
The trend of the SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) exam has evolved over the years, reflecting changes in the examination pattern, syllabus, and competition levels. Here are some key trends:
Exam pattern
Scheme of Examination:
Note : Taking reference from SSC CHSL notification of 2024
The Computer Based Examination will be conducted in two tiers as indicated below:
Tier-I Tier-II Scheme of Tier-I Examination:
Tier | Part | Subject | Number of Questions/Maximum Marks | Time Duration (For all four Parts) |
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I | I | English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25/50 | 60 Minutes |
II | General Intelligence | 25/50 | ||
III | Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill) | 25/50 | ||
IV | General Awareness | 25/50 |
The Tier-I Examination will consist of Objective Type, Multiple choice questions only. The questions will be set in English, Hindi and any language opted by the candidate in the application form.
The Tier-I Examination will consist of Objective Type, Multiple choice questions only. The questions will be set in English, Hindi and any language opted by the candidate in the application form.
Scheme of Tier-II Examination:
Tier | Session | Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time allowed |
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I | Section-I | ||||
Module-I: Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 60*3 = 180 | 1 hour (for each section) | ||
Module-II: Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 1 hour and 20 minutes | |||
II | Session-I | Section-II: | |||
Module-I: English Language and Comprehension | 40 | 60*3 = 180 | |||
Module-II: General Awareness | 20 | ||||
Section-III: | |||||
Module-I: Computer Knowledge Module | 15 | 15*3 = 45 | 15 Minutes | ||
Session II | Section-III: | ||||
Module-II: Skill Test/Typing Test Module | |||||
Part A: Skill Test for DEOs in Department/Ministry | - | - | 15 Minutes | ||
Part B: Skill Test for DEOs except in Department/Ministry mentioned at Para 8.1 | - | - | 15 Minutes | ||
Part C: Typing Test for LDC/JSA | - | - | 10 Minutes |
Official Syllabus:
Note : Taking reference from SSC CHSL notification of 2024
Indicative Syllabus (Tier-I):
English Language: 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.
General Intelligence: It would include questions of both verbal and non-verbal type. The test will include questions on 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, Numerical operations, Other sub-topics, if any .
Quantitative Aptitude:
Number Systems: Computation of Whole Number, Decimal and Fractions, Relationship between numbers.
Fundamental arithmetical operations: Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest (Simple and Compound), Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Allegation, Time and distance, Time and work.
Algebra: Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra and Elementary surds (simple problems) and Graphs of Linear Equations.
Geometry: Familiarity with elementary geometric figures and facts: Triangle and its various kinds of centres, Congruence and similarity of triangles, Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles.
Mensuration: Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circle, Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square Base.
Trigonometry: Trigonometry, Trigonometric ratios, Complementary angles, Height and distances (simple problems only) Standard Identities
like sin2 + Cos2 =1 etc.,
Statistical Charts: Use of Tables and Graphs: Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar-diagram, Pie-chart.
General Awareness: Questions are designed to test the candidate’s general awareness of the environment around him and its application to society. Questions are also designed to test knowledge of current events and of such matters of everyday observation and experience in their scientific aspect as may be expected of an educated person. The test will also include questions relating to India and its neighboring countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General policy and scientific research.
For VH candidates of 40% and above visual disability, there will be no component of Maps/ Graphs/ Diagrams/ Statistical Data in the General Intelligence and Quantitative Aptitude parts.
Indicative Syllabus (Tier-II):
Module-I of Session-I (Mathematical Abilities):
Number Systems: Computation of Whole Number, Decimal and Fractions, Relationship between numbers.
Fundamental arithmetical operations: Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest (Simple and Compound), Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Alligation, Time and distance, Time and work.
Algebra: Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra and Elementary surds (simple problems) and Graphs of Linear Equations.
Geometry: Familiarity with elementary geometric figures and facts: Triangle and its various kinds of centres, Congruence and similarity of triangles, Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles.
Mensuration: Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circle, Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square Base.
Trigonometry: Trigonometry, Trigonometric ratios, Complementary angles, Height and distances (simple problems only) Standard Identities like sin2 + Cos2 =1 etc.
Statistics and probability: Use of Tables and Graphs: Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar-diagram, Pie-chart; Measures of central tendency: mean, median, mode, standard deviation; calculation of simple probabilities.
Module-II of Section-I (Reasoning and General Intelligence):
Questions of both verbal and non-verbal type. These will include questions on 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, Numerical operations, Other sub- topics, if any.
Module-I of Section-II (English Language And Comprehension):
Vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms and their correct usage; 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. To test comprehension, two or more paragraphs will be given and questions based on those will be asked. At least one paragraph should be a simple one based on a book or a story and the other paragraph should be based on current affairs editorial or a report.
Module-II of Section-II (General Awareness):
Questions are designed to test the candidates’ general awareness of the environment around them and its application to society. Questions are also designed to test knowledge of current events and of such matters of everyday observation and experience in their scientific aspect as may be expected of an educated person. The test will also include questions relating to India and its neighboring countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General policy and scientific research.
Module-I of Section-III of Paper-I (Computer Proficiency):
Computer Basics: Organization of a computer, Central Processing Unit (CPU), input/ output devices, computer memory, memory organization, back up devices, PORTs, Windows Explorer, Keyboard shortcuts.
Software: Windows Operating system including basics of Microsoft Office like MS word, MS Excel and Power Point etc.
Working with Internet and e-mails: Web Browsing & Searching, Downloading & Uploading, Managing an E-mail Account, e-Banking.
Basics of networking and cyber security: Networking devices and protocols, Network and information security threats (like hacking, virus, worms, Trojan etc.) and preventive measures.
For VH candidates of 40% and above visual disability, there will be no component of Maps/ Graphs/ Diagrams/ Statistical Data in the Mathematical Abilities and Reasoning and General Intelligence modules.
Candidates preparing for the upcoming days and shifts of the SSC CHSL exam 2025 should review the exam analysis. This analysis provides insights into overall and subject-wise good attempts, difficulty levels, types of questions, and more for the exam.
SSC CHSL Exam Analysis 1st July 2024
The SSC CHSL Tier Exam Analysis for 1st July 2024 has been discussed in this section. Go through the same to know the good attempts, difficulty, questions asked, etc., for all shifts of the exam.
SSC CHSL Exam Analysis 1st July 2024: Difficulty Level, Good Attempts
Subjects | Good Attempts | Difficulty Level |
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Quantitative Aptitude | 18-19 | Easy to Moderate |
General Intelligence and Reasoning | 23-24 | Easy |
English Comprehension | 22-23 | Easy |
General Awareness | 16-17 | Easy to Moderate |
Overall | 79-83 | Easy to Moderate |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Analaysis: General Awareness
The section on General Awareness carries a weightage of 50 marks. The shift-wise details of questions asked is as mentioned below:
Topics/Questions Asked in Shift 1
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Topics from which General Awareness questions were asked in the first shift include:
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Census 2011
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Fundamental Rights
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Folk Dances (Karbataka, Odisha)
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Temples in India
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Who gave ‘India Vision 2020?
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Which is the best biography of A. P. J. Abdul Kalam?
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Battle of Palassy was fought in which year?
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Padamshree Award
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Arya Samaj
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India Import and Export Ratio
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Balance of Trade in Economics
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Planning Commission
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Chairman of National Green Tribunal
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4th and 5th years Plan
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Article 19
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Mahalaxmi Yojana
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Article 124 A
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Pataki festival
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Music Exponent
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Narmada River Drainage
SSC CHSL Exam Analysis 1st July 2024: Quantitive Aptitude
Topics | No. of Questions in Shift 1 |
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Circles | 1-2 |
Triangles | 1-2 |
Profit & Loss | 1-2 |
Data Interpretation | 4-5 |
Ratio & Proportion | 2-3 |
MRP & Cost Price | 1 |
Trigonometry | 1-2 |
Surface Area & Volume | 2-3 |
Simplification | 2-3 |
Interest | 1-2 |
SSC CHSL Exam Analysis 1st July 2024: Reasoning
Topics | No. of Questions in Shift 1 |
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Puzzles | 5-7 |
Blood Relations | 1-2 |
Cutting & Folding | 1-2 |
Calendar | 1-2 |
Mirror Images | 2-3 |
Counting of Figures | 1-2 |
Hidden Images | 1-2 |
Coding-Decoding | 2-3 |
Series | 1-2 |
SSC CHSL Exam Analysis 1st July 2024: English
Topics | No. of Questions in Shift 1 |
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Comprehension | 5 |
Cloze Test | 2-3 |
Synonyms & Antonyms | 2-3 |
Idioms & Phrases | 2-3 |
Error Detection | 2-3 |
Spellings | 1-2 |
Active & Passive Voice | 1-2 |
Grammar | 3-4 |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Shift Timings
The candidates can get the details of the SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam from the table given below. These SSC CHSL Tier 1 2023 exam timings must be followed through the entire period of exam dates as given below.
Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Time |
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Shift 1 | 7:30 AM | 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM |
Shift 2 | 10:30 AM | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM |
Shift 3 | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
SSC CHSL Tier I Exam Analysis 4th August 2023 - Difficulty Level & Good Attempts
Section | Difficulty Level (Shift 1) | Good Attempts (Shift 1) | Difficulty Level (Shift 2) | Good Attempts (Shift 2) |
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Quantitative Aptitude | Moderate | 17-19 | Easy-Moderate | 18-20 |
Reasoning and General Intelligence | Easy-Moderate | 19-21 | Easy-Moderate | 20-22 |
English Language and Comprehension | Easy | 20-22 | Easy-Moderate | 19-21 |
General Awareness | Easy-Moderate | 18-20 | Moderate | 17-19 |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 4th August 2023 - Reasoning
Like previous shifts, the Reasoning paper was easy to moderate in difficulty level as compared to other sections. We have updated the SSC CHSL Reasoning exam analysis for 4th August 2023 below.
Topic | Questions Asked (Shift 1) |
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Odd One Out (Classification) | 1 |
Puzzles | 1 |
Mirror Image-Water Image | 1 |
Analogy | 2 (letter), 2 (bracket) |
Number or Mixed Series | 2 (number series) |
Coding-Decoding | 2 |
Embedded Figure | - |
Blood Relation | 1-2 |
Calendar | 1 |
Dictionary Order | - |
Figure Counting | 1 |
Direction Distance | 1 |
Order Ranking | - |
Venn Diagram | - |
Syllogism | 1 |
Matrix | 1 |
BODMAS | 2 |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 4th August 2023 - Quantitative Aptitude
Unlike previous exam shifts, the Quant paper asked in 4th August shifts were moderate in difficulty level with questions on divisibility rule and Algebra coming forth. So, let’s go through the SSC CHSL Quantitative Aptitude exam analysis for each shift below.
Topic | No. of Questions Asked (Shift 1) |
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Ratio & Proportion | 1-2 |
Average | 1 |
Number System | 1 (divisibility) |
Simplification | - |
Time & Work | 1 |
Speed & Distance | 1 |
S.I. & C.I. | 1-2 |
Percentage | - |
Profit & Loss | 2 |
Algebra | 1-2 |
Geometry | 2 (circle and triangle) |
Trigonometry | 2 |
Mensuration | 1 (cone) |
DI | 3 (pie chart) |
Misc. | 2-3 |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 4th August 2023 - English
Topic | Questions Asked (Shift 1) |
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Reading Comprehension | 5 |
Error Detection | 2 |
Misspelt Word | - |
Sentence Improvement (Conditional) | - |
Sentence Rearrangement (PQRS) | - |
Idioms and Phrases | 1-2 |
Synonyms & Antonyms | 3 |
Active Passive Voice | 2 |
One-word Substitution | 1-2 |
Para Jumble | 3 |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 4th August 2023 - General Awareness
Topic | No. of Questions Asked (Shift 1) |
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Current Affairs | 2-3 |
Static GK | 3-4 |
History | 1-2 |
Geography | 2 |
Economy | 1 |
Polity | 2 |
Physics | 1 |
Chemistry | 1-2 |
Biology | - |
Govt. Schemes | 1 |
Misc. | 3 (Dance) |
SSC CHSL Tier I Exam Analysis 3rd August 2023 - Good Attempts & Difficulty Level
The Staff Selection Commission is conducting the SSC CHSL exam for the 2nd day. Let’s check out the difficulty level and good attempts in SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam analysis 3rd August 2023 below.
Section | Difficulty Level (Shift 1) | Good Attempts (Shift 1) |
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Quantitative Aptitude | Easy | 20-21 |
Reasoning and General Intelligence | Easy-Moderate | 19-20 |
English Language and Comprehension | Easy-Moderate | 19-21 |
General Awareness | Moderate | 15-17 |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 3rd August 2023 - Reasoning
In reference to previous day, the Reasoning paper was easy in difficulty level as compared to other sections. We have updated the SSC CHSL exam analysis Reasoning for 3rd August 2023 below.
Topic | Questions Asked (Shift 1) |
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Odd One Out (Classification) | 2 |
Mirror Image-Water Image | 2 |
Analogy | 2 |
Number or Mixed Series | 1 |
Coding-Decoding | 2 |
Embedded Figure | 2 |
Blood Relation | 2 |
Calendar | 1 |
Dictionary Order | 2 |
Figure Counting | - |
Direction Distance | - |
Order Ranking | - |
Venn Diagram | - |
Syllogism | - |
BODMAS | 3 |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 3rd August 2023 - Quantitative Aptitude
Topic | No. of Questions Asked (Shift 1) |
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Ratio & Proportion | 1 |
Average | 1 |
Number System | - |
Simplification | 1 |
Time & Work | - |
Speed & Distance | 1 |
S.I. & C.I. | 2 |
Percentage | 2 |
Profit & Loss | 3 |
Algebra | 2 |
Geometry | 2 (Circle) |
Mensuration | 1 (Cylinder) |
DI | 2 (Pie Chart) |
Misc. | 4-5 |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 3rd August 2023 - English
Like previous exam day, Cloze Test was asked instead of RC in 1st shift. Let’s go through the shift-wise SSC CHSL exam analysis Tier 1 for English below.
Topic | Questions Asked (Shift 1) |
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Cloze Test | 5 |
Error Detection | 2 |
Misspelt Word | 1 |
Sentence Improvement (Conditional) | - |
Sentence Rearrangement (PQRS) | 3-4 |
Idioms and Phrases | 2-3 |
Synonyms | 2 |
Antonyms | 2 |
Active Passive Voice | 2 |
One-word Substitution | 2 |
Para Jumble | 1 |
SSC CHSL Tier I Exam Analysis 4th August 2023 - Difficulty Level & Good Attempts
Section | Shift 1 | Shift 2 |
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Quantitative Aptitude | Difficulty: Moderate | Difficulty: Easy-Moderate |
Good Attempts: 17-19 | Good Attempts: 18-20 | |
Reasoning and General Intelligence | Difficulty: Easy-Moderate | Difficulty: Easy-Moderate |
Good Attempts: 19-21 | Good Attempts: 20-22 | |
English Language and Comprehension | Difficulty: Easy | Difficulty: Easy-Moderate |
Good Attempts: 20-22 | Good Attempts: 19-21 | |
General Awareness | Difficulty: Easy-Moderate | Difficulty: Moderate |
Good Attempts: 18-20 | Good Attempts: 17-19 |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 4th August 2023 - Reasoning
Topic | Questions Asked (Shift 1) |
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Odd One Out (Classification) | 1 |
Puzzles | 1 |
Mirror Image-Water Image | 1 |
Analogy | 2 (letter), 2 (bracket) |
Number or Mixed Series | 2 (number series) |
Coding-Decoding | 2 |
Embedded Figure | - |
Blood Relation | 1-2 |
Calendar | 1 |
Dictionary Order | - |
Figure Counting | 1 |
Direction Distance | 1 |
Order Ranking | - |
Venn Diagram | - |
Syllogism | 1 |
Matrix | 1 |
BODMAS | 2 |
Preparation Tips:
SSC CHSL Preparation Tips: Time Management
Time Management is integral to any exam preparation. Below are a few SSC CHSL Time Management tips for the preparation and examination phases.
Preparation Phase:
Set Clear Goals: Break down your study plan into smaller goals with specific time frames. This helps in prioritizing tasks and staying focused.
Allocate Time Wisely: Schedule dedicated time slots for each subject or topic based on their importance and your proficiency level. Ensure to balance between subjects to cover the entire syllabus.
Use Time Management Techniques: Employ techniques like the Pomodoro Technique or time-blocking to maximize productivity. Set a timer for focused study sessions followed by short breaks to maintain concentration.
Motivation for SSC CHSL
While preparing for the SSC CHSL exam, one might often face anxiety, stress and fear of the exam result. However, maintaining motivation is essential for all aspirants to conquer exam anxiety and fear. Remember, every step you take towards preparation is a step closer to your goal. Here are a few tips to provide you motivation for the SSC CHSL preparation:
Set Achievable Goals: Break down your preparation into smaller, achievable goals. Celebrate each milestone reached, no matter how small, to stay motivated.
Positive Self-Talk: Replace negative thoughts with positive affirmations. Remind yourself of your strengths and capabilities, and believe in your ability to succeed.
Visualize Success: Picture yourself confidently tackling exam questions and succeeding.
Visualization can help reduce anxiety and boost confidence.
Stay Consistent: Consistency is key to success. Stick to your study schedule, even on days when motivation is low. Small, consistent efforts compound over time.
Seek Support: Surround yourself with a supportive network of family, friends, and fellow aspirants. Share your concerns and seek encouragement when needed.
DISCLAIMER: The above analysis is based on the view of the Expert,it may differ from person to person.