Candidates preparing for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) exam must be aware of the SSC CHSL eligibility criteria before applying. The Staff Selection Commission conducts this exam annually for recruitment in various ministries and departments. It is essential to fulfill the prescribed nationality, age, and educational qualification to appear for the SSC CHSL examination. This article provides a detailed breakdown of the SSC CHSL eligibility criteria 2025 including age relaxations, qualification details, and category-specific norms.


SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria 2025 – Overview

Particulars Details
Exam Name SSC CHSL 2025
Conducting Body Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Minimum Education 12th Pass from a recognized board
Age Limit 18 to 27 years (as on cutoff date)
Nationality Indian citizen or as prescribed by SSC
Number of Attempts No restriction (within age eligibility)
Age Relaxation As per category guidelines by Government

Nationality Criteria for SSC CHSL 2025

To be eligible under SSC CHSL eligibility criteria, candidates must meet one of the following nationality conditions:

  • Citizen of India, or

  • Subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or

  • A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 intending to settle permanently, or

  • Person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries intending permanent settlement in India.

Candidates apart from Indian citizens must have a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.


SSC CHSL Age Limit 2025

The age limit under SSC CHSL eligibility criteria is:

  • Minimum Age: 18 years

  • Maximum Age: 27 years
    Candidates should be born between 02-08-1998 and 01-08-2007 (both dates inclusive).

Age Relaxation (Category-wise)

Category Age Relaxation
SC/ST 5 years
OBC 3 years
PwD (UR) 10 years
PwD (OBC) 13 years
PwD (SC/ST) 15 years
Ex-Servicemen 3 years after deduction of military service
Widows/Divorced Women Up to 35 years (UR) and 40 years (SC/ST)

SSC CHSL Educational Qualification 2025

As per SSC CHSL eligibility criteria, educational qualifications vary slightly by post:

  • For LDC/JSA, PA/SA, DEO: Must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized Board or University.

  • For Data Entry Operator (DEO) in C&AG: Must have passed 12th Standard in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject.

Candidates must possess the required qualification as of the prescribed date, failing which their application will be rejected.


Other Key Points on SSC CHSL Eligibility

  • No attempt limit exists; candidates can apply as long as they fall within the age limit.

  • Final year students awaiting results are not eligible unless results are declared before the cutoff date.

  • Candidates must meet all physical and medical standards as per department requirements (where applicable).


FAQs – SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria 2025

Q1. What is the minimum qualification for SSC CHSL?
The candidate must have passed 12th Standard from a recognized board.

Q2. Can a final year student apply for SSC CHSL 2025?
No, the candidate must have obtained their 12th pass certificate before the last date of application.

Q3. Is there any age relaxation for OBC candidates?
Yes, OBC candidates get a relaxation of 3 years.

Q4. Is there any attempt limit in SSC CHSL?
No, there is no attempt limit as long as the age criteria are fulfilled.

Q5. Is a candidate with commerce stream eligible for DEO in C&AG?
No, DEO in C&AG requires 12th pass in the Science stream with Mathematics.

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