The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the answer key for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) 10+2 Tier 1 Exam 2025. Candidates who appeared for this important government job exam can now download their answer keys from the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in . The answer key became available on December 08, 2025 . This key helps students check their answers and estimate their scores.
How to Download Your SSC CHSL Tier 1 Answer Key
If you took the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam, follow these simple steps to download your answer key:
- Go to the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in .
- Look for the link that says “SSC CHSL 10+2 Answer Key 2025 Tier 1” or similar. Click on it.
- You will need to enter your Application Number and Date of Birth .
- After entering these details, click the “Submit” button.
- Your answer key will appear on the screen.
- You can then download it or print it for your records.
Candidates can use the answer key to match their responses with the correct answers. If you find any errors in the official answer key, you might be able to raise an objection. Details on how to do this will be available on the SSC website soon.
About the SSC CHSL 10+2 Exam 2025
The SSC CHSL exam recruits young people for various government posts. These include Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO). This year, SSC announced 3131 vacancies for these posts.
The Tier 1 Computer-Based Test (CBT) for SSC CHSL 10+2 Recruitment 2025 took place from November 12 to November 30, 2025 . The application process for these posts started on June 23, 2025 , and ended on July 18, 2025 .
Important Dates for SSC CHSL 2025
Here are the key dates related to the SSC CHSL 10+2 Recruitment 2025:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | June 23, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | July 18, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | July 19, 2025 |
| Correction Window Dates | July 21 to July 22, 2025 |
| Self Slot Selection Date | October 22 to October 28, 2025 |
| Exam City Available Date | November 05, 2025 |
| Admit Card (Tier 1) Date | November 09, 2025 |
| Tier 1 Exam Dates | November 12 to November 30, 2025 |
| Answer Key Release Date | December 08, 2025 |
| Raise Objection Date | As Per Schedule (To be announced) |
| Result Date | To be announced soon |
Eligibility and Application Details
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years old as on August 01, 2025 . Age relaxation rules apply for reserved categories as per government norms.
Educational Qualification
- For LDC/JSA & DEO (General): Candidates must have passed the 12th class exam or an equivalent from any recognized board in India.
- For DEO (Specific Ministries): Candidates must have passed the 12th class exam in Science stream with Mathematics as a subject, or an equivalent qualification.
Application Fee
The application fee details were as follows:
- General / OBC / EWS candidates: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / PH / Female candidates: ₹00/- (No Fee)
The fee could be paid online using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
Salary for SSC CHSL Posts
Candidates selected through SSC CHSL can expect good salaries:
| Post Name | Pay Level | Monthly Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| LDC / JSA & DEO (General) | Level 2 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 |
| DEO (Specific Ministries) | Level 4/5 | ₹25,500 to ₹92,300 |
Other allowances will be given as per government rules.
SSC CHSL Selection Process
The selection process for SSC CHSL 2025 includes several stages:
- Tier 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT) – This is the exam for which the answer key is now out.
- Tier 2: Another Computer-Based Test (CBT) plus an Objective and Skill-Based Test.
- Skill Test: For certain posts, a skill test (like typing test) is conducted.
- Document Verification: Original documents are checked.
- Final Selection: Based on merit and post preference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- When was the SSC CHSL 10+2 Answer Key 2025 released?
The answer key was released on December 08, 2025 . - What is the official website to check the answer key?
The official website is ssc.gov.in . - When will the SSC CHSL 10+2 Result 2025 be declared?
The result date will be announced by SSC soon.