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SSC CHSL 2025 exam has seen a record-breaking response. The Staff Selection Commission received over 30 lakh applications for just 3,131 posts. This massive surge translates to approx 981 candidates competing for each single vacancy. This competition for this year's Combined Higher Secondary Level exam is tougher than ever and highlights the growing demand for secure government jobs after Higher Secondary.
The SSC CHSL exam recruits Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO) across various central government departments, attracts such high numbers due to the appeal of good salary, job security and simple eligibility criteria (Class 12th pass).
The recruitment process involves a Tier 1 Computer-Based Test a Tier 2 exam and a subsequent Skill or Typing Test. The Commission released the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam city intimation slip on November 5, 2025, allowing to check allotted exam date, shift and city (as per your manual exam slot booking). A window has been opened by SSC until November 8, 2025 for submitting objections regarding preferred city allotment.
SSC CHSL Examination Vacancy Trends
This table summarizes the application, attendance and competition statistics for the SSC CHSL examination over the past several years. Check it out:
| Year | Registered Candidates | Appeared Candidates | Vacancies | Per Seat Competition |
| 2025 | 3,069,000 | Exam yet to held | 3,131 | 980 |
| 2024 | 3,455,000 | 1,268,000 | 3,712 | 931 |
| 2023 | 3,217,442 | 1,263,090 | 1,211 | 2656 |
| 2022 | 3,197,965 | 1,375,586 | 3,242 | 986 |
| 2021 | 3,669,524 | 1,464,174 | 4,726 | 776 |
| 2020 | 3,898,378 | 137,000 | 4,893 | 796 |
Key Reasons for CHSL's Popularity
The SSC CHSL exam is exceptionally popular primarily because:
- Entry-Level Government Jobs: It provides a direct path to jobs after Class 12, requiring no graduation, making it highly accessible to a vast pool of young aspirants.
- Stability and Security: The roles guarantee a stable income and long-term career security with assured promotions within respected government departments.
- National Reach: Successful candidates receive nationwide postings in various Central Government offices, which is highly appealing.
SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam is scheduled from November 12 to 30, 2025. It’s a 60-minute CBT consisting of 100 objective questions (for a total of 200 marks). The exam is divided into four sections: English Comprehension, GI & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness, and features a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer. You must clear the Tier 1 cut-off to qualify for Tier 2.
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