SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Tier-I Syllabus 2026
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
The SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Tier-I Examination is the first stage of the SSC CHSL recruitment process. It is a Computer-Based Examination (CBE) consisting of four objective sections: General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. Candidates who qualify Tier-I are eligible to appear for Tier-II. The examination follows sectional timing and objective-type multiple-choice questions. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Duration
60 Minutes
Marking
2 marks are awarded for every correct answer.
Negative marking
0.50 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer. No marks are deducted for unattempted questions.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
Subject-wise Syllabus
General Intelligence
Analogies, Similarities & Differences, Space Visualization, Problem Solving, Analysis, Judgment, Decision Making, Visual Memory, Observation, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetical Reasoning, Verbal & Figure Classification, Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Embedded Figures, Mirror & Water Images, Paper Folding & Cutting
General Awareness
Current Affairs, History, Geography, Indian Polity, Constitution, Economy, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Scientific Research, Environment, Art & Culture, Books & Authors, Awards & Honours, Sports, Important Days, Static General Knowledge
Quantitative Aptitude
Number System, Simplification, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Profit & Loss, Discount, Simple & Compound Interest, Partnership, Time & Work, Pipes & Cistern, Time, Speed & Distance, Mixture & Alligation, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Data Interpretation
English Language
Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitution, Idioms & Phrases, Spotting Errors, Fill in the Blanks, Sentence Improvement, Active & Passive Voice, Direct & Indirect Speech, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles
Preparation Tips
- Build strong fundamentals in Arithmetic and Reasoning.
- Read newspapers daily for Current Affairs and General Awareness.
- Practice English grammar and vocabulary regularly.
- Solve previous years' SSC CHSL question papers.
- Attempt sectional and full-length mock tests weekly.
- Focus on speed and accuracy to reduce negative marking.
- Revise formulas and important static GK topics regularly.