Final Vacancy Update for SSC CHSL 10+2 Tier-II 2026

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the final vacancy details for the Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination (CHSL) 2025, with a total of 3,131 positions available. The application period ran from June 23 to July 18, 2025, and the Tier-II exam is set for April 22, 2026. This article provides essential information on key dates, application fees, and the selection process for candidates. Additionally, it outlines the educational qualifications required for various posts, including Lower Division Clerk and Data Entry Operator. For those who participated in the Tier-I exam, the answer key will also be accessible soon.

By Ambika Singh Jun 19, 2026, 11:39 IST

Overview of SSC CHSL 10+2 Tier-II Final Vacancy 2026

SSC CHSL 10+2 Tier-II Final Vacancy Details 2026

Important Update: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has published the final vacancy details for the Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2025 on its official site. This recruitment drive is for a total of 3,131 positions. Candidates can find all relevant information on the official SSC website. The application period for the SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025 was from June 23, 2025, to July 18, 2025. The Tier-II examination is scheduled for April 22, 2026 (rescheduled). Those who participated in the Tier-I exam can access their SSC CHSL Tier-II Answer Key 2026 via the link provided below.

Staff Selection Commission (SSC)

SSC CHSL 10+2 Tier-II Answer Key 2026

Key Dates

Application Start Date: June 23, 2025

Last Date: July 18, 2025

Fee Payment Last Date: July 19, 2025

Online Correction: July 25-26, 2025

Tier-I Exam Self Slot Booking: November 22-28, 2025

Tier-I Exam Start Date: November 12, 2025

Tier-I Exam City Details: November 5, 2025

Tier-I Answer Key: December 8, 2025 (Available Now)

Tier-I Result: February 27, 2026

Tier-II Exam Date: April 22, 2026 (Rescheduled)

Tier-I Marks / Score Card: March 19, 2026

Tier-II Exam City Details: April 1, 2026

Tier-II Admit Card: April 7, 2026

Re-schedule Exam City / Admit Card: April 17, 2026

Answer Key: April 20, 2026

Application Fee

General, EWS, OBC: Rs. 100/-

SC, ST: 0/-

All Category Female: 0/-

Candidates must pay their examination fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other payment methods.

Age Limit for SSC CHSL Notification 2025

Age Limit As Of August 1, 2025

Minimum Age: 18 Years

Maximum Age: 27 Years

Age relaxation will be as per SSC CHSL recruitment rules.

Vacancy Details for SSC CHSL 10+2 2025

Total Posts: 3131

Post Name	No. of Posts
Lower Division Clerk/ Junior Secretariat Assistant	—
Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant	—
Data Entry Operator (DEO)	—

Educational Qualification for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025

Post Name	Eligibility
Lower Division Clerk/ Junior Secretariat Assistant	Candidates must have completed their 10+2 level examination from a recognized board. Typing skills (English: 35 WPM, Hindi: 30 WPM) are required.
Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant	Candidates must have completed their 10+2 level examination from a recognized board.
Data Entry Operator (DEO)	Candidates must have completed their 10+2 level examination from a recognized board. Typing skills (English: 35 WPM, Hindi: 30 WPM) are required.

Steps to Download SSC CHSL Tier-II Answer Key 2026

Click on the Download Tier-II Answer Key link in the Important Links section below.

You will be redirected to a new page.

Fill in the required fields, including:

Registration ID

Date of Birth/Password

Captcha code

Then click on Search.

After entering the correct details, you will be able to download the Answer Key.

Selection Process for SSC CHSL Recruitment 2025

Tier-I Written Exam

Tier-II Written Exam

Skill Test / Typing Test

Document Verification

Medical Examination