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SSC CHSL Exam Scheme and Syllabus

Tier-I Examination Pattern:


• English Language (Basic Knowledge): 25 questions, 50
marks
• General Intelligence: 25 questions, 50 marks
• Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill): 25 questions,
50 marks
• General Awareness: 25 questions, 50 marks
The Tier-II exam, however, is differentiated based on the posts
candidates are applying for. It involves more in-depth testing with
sections on Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning and General
Intelligence, English Language and Comprehension, and General
Awareness. Additionally, it includes a Computer Knowledge Module
and varying practical skill tests specific to the post.

Specifics for Different Posts


Data Entry Operator (DEO)
For DEOs, the Tier-II examination includes:

• Mathematical Abilities and Reasoning and General


Intelligence: 60 questions, 180 marks
• English Language and Comprehension and General
Awareness: 60 questions, 180 marks
• Computer Knowledge Module: 15 questions, 45 marks
(qualifying nature)
• Skill Test: The DEOs undergo a skill test, a speed test for data
entry on the computer. The required speed for DEO in the
CAG office is 8,000 Key Depressions per hour, and for other
departments, it is 15,000 Key Depressions per hour.
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat
Assistant (JSA)
For LDC/JSA, the Tier-II exam pattern is identical regarding the
objective components as DEOs. However, instead of the skill test, LDCs
and JSAs have to take a Typing Test:

• Typing Test: Candidates opting for English medium should


have a typing speed of 35 words per minute, and those opting
for Hindi should have a speed of 30 words per minute. The
test duration is 10 minutes (15 minutes for candidates eligible
for a scribe).

Key Points to Note


• Negative Marking: Both tiers have a negative marking; 0.50
marks are deducted for each wrong answer in Tier-I and 1
mark in Tier-II.
• Computer Proficiency: Tier-II’s Computer Knowledge Module
is crucial for DEOs and acts as a qualifying section.
• Language of Examination: Questions are in English and
Hindi, except for the English Language and Comprehension
section.
The SSC CHSL examination’s structured approach through its tiered
system ensures a comprehensive assessment of candidates suitable
for government departments’ clerical and data entry roles.

SSC CHSL Detailed Syllabus


Computer Based Examination (Tier-I) Syllabus

• General Intelligence: This section includes both verbal and


non-verbal types of questions. Topics covered are 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, and Numerical
operations.
• English Language: The focus here is on understanding and
usage of language through questions on Spot the Error, Filling
in the Blanks, Synonyms/Homonyms, Antonyms,
Spellings/Detecting misspelt 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, and Comprehension Passage.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Includes Number Systems,
Fundamental Arithmetical Operations, Algebra, Geometry,
Mensuration, Trigonometry, and Statistical Charts, focusing on
basic arithmetic skills essential for the examination.
• General Awareness: Tests the candidate’s awareness of the
surrounding world and applicability to society. This includes
current events, everyday observation, and experience in their
scientific aspects, focusing on India and its neighboring
countries related to History, Culture, Geography, Economic
Scene, General policy, and scientific research.
Computer Based Examination (Tier-II) Syllabus

• Mathematical Abilities: Covers Number Systems,


Fundamental arithmetical operations, Algebra, Geometry,
Mensuration, Trigonometry, and Statistics and probability.
• Reasoning and General Intelligence: This module tests a
wide range of cognitive abilities through questions similar to
those in Tier-I.
• English Language And Comprehension: This tests
vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms,
antonyms, and other aspects of English comprehension and
usage.
• General Awareness: Similar to Tier-I, this tests deeper
knowledge of general awareness that impacts society.
• Computer Proficiency: Includes basic computer knowledge,
software usage, internet and email, networking, and
cybersecurity basics.
Special Provisions for Visually Handicapped (VH) Candidates: For
VH candidates with a 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.

Practical Skill Tests

• For DEO: Skill tests evaluate the speed and accuracy of data
entry. Part A is for DEO/DEO Grade ‘A’ in specific departments
requiring 15,000 key depressions per hour, and Part B is for
other DEOs requiring 8,000 key depressions per hour.
• For LDC/JSA: The typing test evaluates typing speed where
English medium candidates must achieve 35 words per minute
and Hindi medium candidates 30 words per minute.

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