The Staff Selection Commission conducts annual recruitment for Intermediate or 10+2 Pass Candidates called SSC CHSL Exam. The SSC CHSL Syllabus 2024 is accordingly designed to test candidates’ knowledge of general subjects such as Reasoning Ability, Mathematics, English Language Comprehension, and General Awareness.
A generalized syllabus and exam pattern helps the SSC appoint suitable candidates to various clerical posts under SSC CHSL such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO).
The following post will give you a consolidated understanding of Tier 1 and Tier 2 Syllabus for SSC CHSL Exam 2024 along with the latest Exam Pattern.
SSC CHSL 2024 Selection Process
Candidates have to pass through following stages of selection process to secure their government job through SSC CHSL 2024.
- SSC CHSL Tier I Examination (CBT, Qualifying in Nature)
- SSC CHSL Tier II Examination (CBT, Score used for merit list, Partly qualifying)
- Post Preference and Document Verification by respective Departments/Ministries
Exam Pattern for SSC CHSL 2024 Tier 1
The first stage of SSC CHSL Tier 1 is a Computer Based Examination of 1 hour duration. Candidates are asked 100 questions from 4 common subjects generally asked in any competitive examination. Each subject carries equal weightage of 25 questions worth 2 marks each.
Note: The Tier-I exam is qualifying in nature and marks obtained in this tier are not considered toward final merit list or rank.
The given table shows the list of subjects asked in SSC CHSL Tier I Exam along with the number of questions, marks, and negative marking associated with this stage.
| SSC CHSL 2024 Tier 1 Exam Pattern | |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | Number of Questions: 25
Maximum Marks: 50 |
| General Awareness | Number of Questions: 25
Maximum Marks: 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number of Questions: 25
Maximum Marks: 50 |
| English Comprehension | Number of Questions: 25
Maximum Marks: 50 |
| Total | Number of Questions: 100
Maximum Marks: 200 |
| Exam Duration | 60 Minutes
(80 minutes visually handicapped) |
| Negative Marking | -0.5 Marks |
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Syllabus 2024
There are four subjects in SSC CHSL Tier 1 Syllabus. These are:
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English Language and Comprehension
- General Awareness
Although this is a qualifying stage, it is also a highly competitive one requiring candidates to secure an overall reasonable score to clear the cut-off. Without clearing Tier 1 candidates will not be able to give the Mains exam.
In order to clear this exam in your first attempt or otherwise, candidates can look at the detailed syllabus given below and plan their strategies for upcoming months to clear this exam.
SSC CHSL Syllabus for General Intelligence and Reasoning
There are 25 questions of General Intelligence and Reasoning in CHSL Tier 1. Ideally, a well-prepared candidate must be able to solve 21-23 of these within 20 minutes. This section is aimed at checking the candidates’ ability to think critically and logically. Important topics in Reasoning include series, puzzles, mirror images, etc.
- 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
- Miscellaneous sub-topics, if any.
Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus for SSC CHSL
This is the most-scoring as well as time-consuming section of SSC CHSL Tier 1 Syllabus. Although it seems a lengthy subject, candidates can easily score 40-50 marks with thorough preparation. The Quantitative Aptitude syllabus tests the mathematical and analytical skills of the candidate. These skills are a regular part of this clerical job, especially for DEO’s who have to perform Data Entry Tasks daily.
The detailed syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude for SSC CHSL Tier I is given below:
- 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 sin2𝜃 + Cos2𝜃=1 etc.,
- Statistical Charts: Use of Tables and Graphs: Histogram, Frequency
SSC CHSL English Language and Comprehension Syllabus
The English Language and Comprehension section is relatively easy and scoring section in SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam. Candidates can attempt 25 questions within 5-8 minutes with regular practice of solving questions and reading skills. This section tests English Language Proficiency of the candidate through grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. Here is the topic-wise syllabus for SSC CHSL Tier 1 English Language section:
- 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 Awareness Syllabus for SSC CHSL Tier 1
The General Awareness section is the most unpredictable one, having a diverse syllabus. It includes static subjects which candidates have studied between 6th to 10th/12th standard. The scope of the syllabus also goes beyond this to include current events of national and international importance.
Stay ahead in this subject by following a regular newspaper, monthly current affairs magazine, and online resources paying special attention to the following topics.
- General awareness of environment around the candidate and its application to society.
- Knowledge of Current Events
- Matters of Everyday Observation in scientific aspect
- India and its neighboring countries
- History
- Culture
- Geography
- Economic Scene
- General Policy and Scientific Research
According to past trends of SSC CHSL Exams, the following topics may also be referred to while studying General Awareness section.
- Indian Geography
- Indian History
- General Science
- Current Affairs
- Environmental Awareness
- Indian Polity
- Sports and related personalities
- Books and Authors
- Awards and Honors
- Government Schemes and Policies
- Agriculture and Economy in India
Exam Pattern for SSC CHSL 2024 for Tier 2
Candidates qualifying for the SSC CHSL Tier 1 will be eligible for the next stage i.e. SSC CHSL Tier 2 examination. The Tier 2 exam is divided into 3 sections, containing 2 modules in each. SSC CHSL Tier 2 will be held in two sessions on the same day. In the table given below, candidates can check out the new Exam Pattern for the SSC CHSL 2024 Tier 2 exam.
| SSC CHSL 2024 Tier 2 Exam Pattern | ||||
| Session | Subjects | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Session I
(2 hours and 15 minutes) |
Section I: Module I: Mathematical Abilities Module II: Reasoning and General Intelligence. |
30 per Module Total = 60 |
60*3 = 180 | 1 hour (for each section)
(1 hour and 20 minutes for candidates eligible for scribe) |
| Section II: Module I: English Language and Comprehension Module II: General Awareness |
40 in Module I 20 in Module II Total = 60 |
60*3 = 180 | ||
| Section III: Module I: Computer Knowledge Module |
15 | 15*3 =45 | 15 Minutes
(20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe as per Para-8.1 and 8.2) |
|
| Session-II
(10-15 Minutes) |
Section III: Module II: Skill Test/ Typing Test Module |
Part A: Skill Test for DEOs in Departments/Ministries specified in Para 8.1 of Notification | Printed passage of 3700-4000 key depressions | 15 Minutes
(20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe) |
| Part B: Skill Test for DEOs in Departments/Ministries EXCEPT those specified in Para 8.1 of Notification | Printed passage of 2000-2200 key depressions | 15 Minutes
(20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe) |
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| Part C: Typing Test for LDC/ JSA | English: 35 WPM or Hindi: 30 WPM | 10 Minutes
(15 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe) |
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SSC CHSL Tier 2 Syllabus 2024
Staff Selection Commission has revised the SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam pattern and syllabus. Tier 2 will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions, except for Module 2 of Section 3. The questions will be set in English and Hindi except for Module 2 (i.e. English Language and Comprehension module) in Section 2. There will be a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section 1, Section 2, and Module-I of Section 3. Here we have covered the section-wise syllabus for the SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam 2024.
SSC CHSL Mathematical Abilities Syllabus 2024
Candidates preparing for the SSC CHSL examination should focus on the topics mentioned below for the SSC CHSL Maths Syllabus and start practicing the wide range of practice papers to increase the overall score and tackle different types of mathematical problems effectively during exam time.
Number Systems
- Computation of Whole Numbers
- Decimals 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
- 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 centers
- 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.
SSC CHSL General Intelligence & Reasoning Syllabus 2024
The General Intelligence and Reasoning section is an important component of the SSC CHSL examination. This section assesses candidate’s logical and analytical abilities and tests their problem-solving skills. Candidates preparing for the SSC CHSL examination should focus on developing their logical and analytical reasoning skills by practicing the topics mentioned here. The SSC CHSL General Intelligence and Reasoning Syllabus contains Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
- Semantic Analogy
- Symbolic/ Number Analogy
- Trends, Figural Analogy
- Figural Analogy
- Symbolic operations
- Semantic Classification
- Symbolic/ Number Classification
- Space Orientation
- Trends
- Venn Diagrams
- Drawing inferences
- Figural Classification
- Punched hole/ pattern-folding & unfolding
- Semantic Series
- Number Series
- Figural Series
- Figural Pattern-folding and completion
- Embedded figures
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Emotional Intelligence
- Word Building
- Social Intelligence
- Coding and de-coding
- Numerical operations.
SSC CHSL English Language & Comprehension Syllabus For Tier 2
Candidates should have a good understanding of English grammar, including topics such as tenses, articles, prepositions, conjunctions, subject-verb agreement, etc to surpass this section easily. SSC CHSL English Syllabus will help candidates in preparing for on-point topics and score more to improve their overall score.
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Sentence structure
- Synonyms
- Antonyms, and their correct usage;
- Spot the Error
- Fill in the Blanks
- Homonyms
- Spellings/ Detecting misspelled 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.
SSC CHSL General Awareness Syllabus 2024 for Tier 2
This section’s questions are designed to test the candidate’s general awareness of the environment around them and its application to society. The questions in the General Awareness part will also test knowledge of current events and such matters of everyday observation. The test will also include questions relating to India and its neighboring countries, especially about History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General policy, and scientific research. This part of the examination needs plenty of reading daily. Questions relating to India and its neighboring countries especially about:
- History
- Culture
- Geography
- Economic Scene
- General policy
- Scientific research
SSC CHSL Computer Knowledge Syllabus 2024 for Tier 2
The SSC CHSL Computer Syllabus covers topics related to basic computer fundamentals, hardware and software concepts, etc. Candidates preparing for Tier II of the SSC CHSL examination should ensure that they have a basic understanding of these computer-related topics.
Computer Basics:
- Organization of a computer
- Central Processing Unit (CPU)
- Input/ output devices
- Computer memory
- Memory organization
- Backup devices
- PORTs
- Windows Explorer
- Keyboard shortcuts.
Software:
- Windows Operating system including basics of Microsoft Office like MS Word
- MS Excel, and PowerPoint, etc.
Working with the Internet and e-mails:
- Web Browsing and searching
- Downloading and 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, viruses, worms, Trojans, etc.)
- Preventive measures.
Skill test for Data Entry Operator
In this test, a candidate must have a data entry speed of 8,000 (eight thousand) Key Impressions per hour. The duration of the Test will be 15 minutes and an English document having about 2000-2200 strokes/key depressions will be given to type.
The Skill Test will be conducted for Data Entry Operators only. The typing test will be conducted for other posts i.e. LDC/ JSA.
For Skill Test:
- Module II of Section III will include the Skill Test/ Typing Test in Session II on the same day.
- Skill Test/ Typing Test will be qualifying.
- Errors in the Skill Test will be calculated up to 2 decimal places.
- Skill Test is mandatory for Data Entry Operators. No candidate is exempted from appearing in the Skill Test.
For Typing Test:
- The medium of the Typing Test will be Hindi or English.
- The candidates will have to opt for the medium of Typing Test i.e. either Hindi or English in the online Application Form.
- The choice of Typing Test during the application form will be final. There will be no change in the medium of the Typing Test.
- Candidates opting for English medium should have a typing speed of 35 words per minute (w.p.m.)
- The candidates opting for Hindi medium should have a typing speed of 30 words per minute (w.p.m.)
- The speed will be adjudged on the accuracy of typing on the Computer of a given text passage in 10 minutes.
| SSC CHSL Skill Test 2024 | ||
| Skill Test | Speed | Time |
| Data Entry Operator |
Data Entry Speed of 8000 key depressions per hour on the computer. |
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| Data Entry Operator in certain Departments/Ministries mentioned in Para 8.1 of the Notification | The ‘speed of 15000 key depressions per hour will be considered based on the correct entry of words or key depressions as per the given passage. |
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| Lower Division Clerk/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (LDS/JSA) | The speed of 10500 key depressions per hour will be adjudged. |
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