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Staff Selection Commission’s (SSC) conducted Combined Higher Secondary Level (10+2) Exam for the posts of Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)/ Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Data Entry Operator (DEO). Exam Eligibility details are given below
CHSL Exam Eligibility Details
1. Nationality
Citizenship: A candidate must be either:
(a) a citizen of India, or
(b) a subject of Nepal, or
(c) a subject of Bhutan, or
(d) a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania(Formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar),Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (b), (c), (d) and (e) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.
2. Age Limit:
Candidates age should be 18-27 years as on 01-08-2023 (Candidates born not before 02-08-1996 and not later than 01-08-2005 are eligible to apply).
Permissible relaxation in Upper age limit for different categories are as under:
|
Code |
Category |
Permissible age relaxation |
|
01 |
SC/ ST |
5 years |
|
02 |
OBC |
3 years |
|
03 |
Persons with Disabilities (PwD) |
10 years |
|
04 |
PwD (OBC) |
13 years |
|
05 |
PwD (SC/ ST) |
15 years |
|
06 |
Ex-Servicemen |
03 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date. |
|
07 |
Central Govt. Civilian Employees who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on Closing date. |
Up to 40 years of age |
|
08 |
Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ ST) who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on Closing date. |
Up to 45 years of age |
|
09 |
Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried |
Up to 35 years of age |
|
10 |
Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried (SC/ ST) |
Up to 40 years of age |
|
11 |
Defence Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof |
03 years |
|
12 |
Defence Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof (SC/ ST) |
08 years |
3. Educational Qualification:
For Data Entry Operator (DEO)/ DEO Grade ‘A’ in the Office of Comptroller and Auditor General of India (C&AG), Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and Ministry of Culture: 12th Standard pass in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent. with Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or equivalent. For LDC/ JSA and DEO/ DEO Grade ‘A’ (except DEOs in Department/ Ministry mentioned at Para 8.1 above): Candidates must have passed 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University The candidates who have appeared in their 12th Standard or equivalent examination can also apply, however they must possess Essential qualification on or before the cutoff date i.e. 01-08 2023.
Conclusion: Strategies for SSC CHSL Exam Success
The Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level (SSC CHSL) exam is a highly competitive examination that demands focused preparation and strategic approach. As you navigate through the preparation journey for SSC CHSL, it’s crucial to keep several key strategies in mind to maximize your chances of success.
- Familiarize yourself with the SSC CHSL exam pattern, which includes Tier I (Computer Based Exam), Tier II (Descriptive Paper), Tier III (Skill Test/Typing Test).
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the syllabus, covering subjects like English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence, and General Awareness.
