Introduction
After clearing Tier 1, you are now one step away from your dream job as an LDC, JSA, or DEO. The SSC CHSL Tier 2 2025 is the deciding battle.
Unlike the old pattern, Tier 2 is no longer just a descriptive paper. It is a comprehensive objective test followed by a mandatory skill test on the same day. Your final selection depends entirely on your performance in this stage.
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Exam Schedule (Expected)
Based on the Tier 1 schedule and standard SSC timelines, here is the expected schedule for Tier 2.
| Event | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| Tier 2 Exam Date | February - March 2026 |
| Admit Card Status | Released 3-5 days before exam |
| City Intimation | 10 days before exam |
Note: The exact dates will be updated here once the official notice is released.
Detailed Exam Pattern
Tier 2 will be conducted in two sessions on the same day.
Session 1 (2 Hours 15 Minutes)
| Section | Module | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section I | I | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | 1 Hour |
| II | Reasoning & General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | ||
| Section II | I | English Language | 40 | 120 | 1 Hour |
| II | General Awareness | 20 | 60 | ||
| Section III | I | Computer Knowledge | 15 | 45 | 15 Mins |
Session 2 (Skill Test/Typing)
| Section | Module | Post | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section III | II | DEO | 15 Minutes |
| LDC / JSA | 10 Minutes |
Key Points:
- Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Computer Knowledge: Qualifying nature.
- Merit List: Based on aggregate marks of Section I & Section II (Total 360 Marks).
Typing Test Rules (Crucial)
The typing test is mandatory. Even if you score full marks in the written exam, failing the typing test means disqualification.
Speed Requirements
- English Medium: 35 Words Per Minute (WPM) or 10,500 Key Depressions Per Hour (KDPH).
- Hindi Medium: 30 Words Per Minute (WPM) or 9,000 KDPH.
- For DEO: 8,000 - 15,000 KDPH depending on the department.
Accuracy Matters
SSC allows a small percentage of errors (usually 5-7% for UR). Exceeding this limit will disqualify you.
Strategy for High Score
The merit is decided out of 360 marks.
- Math + Reasoning: 180 Marks
- English + GK: 180 Marks
Notice that English and GK carry equal weightage to Math and Reasoning. A strong command over English Vocabulary and Current Affairs is essential to push your score above the cutoff.
Smart aspirants use the Scoreclever App to master these sections. Its unique revision algorithm ensures you remember every idiom, synonym, and current affairs fact you study.
Conclusion
The SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam is expected in February-March 2026. Use this time to polish your weak areas and practice typing daily. Remember, speed without accuracy in typing is useless, and knowledge without retention in GK is wasted.
