SSC CHSL FAQs – Get SSC CHSL Frequently Asked Questions Here

SSC CHSL Frequently Asked Questions – Get all your queries cleared with the help
of SSC CHSL FAQs.
SSC CHSL FAQs

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released the SSC CHSL 2017 Notification and the
application form was available from 18th November 2017 until 27th December 2017.
Thereare many doubts/queries coming in the mind of aspiring candidates. Below is the
compiled list of frequently asked questions and their answers which we hope will
help you in clearing all your doubts while preparing for the exam. So, just go
through the below-given points carefully.
1.What is SSC CHSL Exam?

Answer: The exam approaching of you is the SSC CHSL Exam 2017 for government
jobs in India. Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is the Body which conducts the
CHSL Exam. SSC is also the body which finally does the selection and recruitment
for the advertised vacancies in central govt. departments including Union Ministries.
2. What is the Eligibility to apply for CHSL 2018 Exam?
Answer: There are 3 important criteria which we have mentioned in SSC CHSL
FAQs, which a candidate must fulfill in order to be eligible for the SSC CHSL 2018.
The 3 parameters are given below:
1. Citizenship: Candidate must be a citizen of India.
2. Age Limit:18-27 years as on 01.08.2018 (Candidates born not before 02-08-1991
and not later than 01-08-2000).
3. Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or
equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.

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3.Is there any negative marking on SSC CHSL examination?

Answer: Yes.
4. How many vacancies are there in SSC CHSL 2018?
Answer: Tentative vacancies for the posts of LDC/ JSA, Postal Assistant/ Sorting
Assistant and DEO are 898, 2359, 2 and Data Entry Operator Grade”A”-
Nil, respectively. Tentatively the vacancies for the post of Postal Assistant/Sorting
Assistant, LDC, DEO and Court Clerks are 3259 respectively.

5.What is pay scale for these posts?

Answer: Pay for the Posts:

 Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant PB 1(Rs. 5200-20200) Grade Pay 2400 (pre-
revised)
 Data Entry Operator (CAG): Pay Band1 (Rs. 5200-20200), Grade Pay Rs. 2400
(pre-revised)
 Data Entry Operator (Other Ministries): Pay Band1 (Rs. 5200-20200), Grade
Pay Rs. 1900
  Lower Division Clerk: Pay Band 1 (Rs. 5200-20200), Grade Pay Rs. 1900
(pre-revised)
 Court Clerk: Pay Band 1 (Rs. 5200-20200), Grade Pay Rs. 1900 (pre-revised)
6.Is there any Relaxation in Age for SSC CHSL Examination?

Answer: We all know that reservation is in force, and as such, candidates from
reserved categories are given relaxation in age Limit.
7.I have scored only 45% marks in 12th Class, can I fill this form?

Answer: Central Govt. recruitment is based on the merit system, for written exam is
conducted. Fewer marks in 12th do not create any problem. There are no such
specific criteria, you can go ahead.
8.What is the Written Examination Dates for SSC CHSL 2017 Examination?

Answer: SSC CHSL Exam 2017 Tier I will be conducted from 04.03.2018 to
26.03.2018.
9.What is the Exam pattern of Tier-I & Tier-II Examination?
Answer: The Tier-I paper will be objective type. Your each and every doubt cleared
inSSC CHSL FAQs There will be 100 questions for which Candidates will get 60
minutes.Get Complete SSC CHSL Syllabus

Maximum Total
Subject Questions
Marks Duration

General Intelligence 25 50
60 minutes
English Language (Basic) 25 50 for VH/OH –
100 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude (Basic
25 50 For VH/OH
Arithmetic Skill)
– 80 Minutes
General Awareness 25 50
Tier-II: There will be Essay and Letter writing the exam in SSC CHSL Tier II Exam.
You can start your exam with any of the following sections given in the below table.

Sections No. of Questions Maximum Marks

 Letter/Application 1 50

Essay Writting 1 50

10.What is the time required for preparing for SSC Exams?

Answer: If you are serious about the study and ready to dedicate 5 to 6 hours daily for
study, then normally you might cover up the syllabus within 3 months. There are
many students who achieve success within 4 months of preparation.
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