The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the Tier-II Exam Date for the Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination 2025. Following the declaration of the Tier-I results on 27 February 2026, the commission has moved swiftly to schedule the next phase of the recruitment process. The SSC CHSL Tier-II Examination is set to be conducted on 10 April 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 3131 vacancies for prestigious posts including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO). Candidates who have successfully cleared the Tier-I cutoff must now gear up for the descriptive and skill-based challenges of Tier-II. Detailed information regarding the exam city and admit cards will be released on the official SSC portal in due course.

Education & Age Eligibility (Green Box)

Candidates are reminded of the basic requirements that were essential for the SSC CHSL 2025 cycle:

• Academic: Must have passed the 10+2 Level (Higher Secondary) Examination from a recognized board or university.
• Age Limit: 18 to 27 years (as of 01 August 2025). Standard age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per Government of India rules.
• Typing Speed: English typing at 35 words per minute (WPM) or Hindi typing at 30 WPM is essential for LDC and DEO roles.

Application Fee Details (Amber Box)

The fee structure for the SSC CHSL recruitment remains affordable to encourage maximum participation:

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 100/-
• SC / ST / PH: Rs. 0/- (Exempted)
• All Category Female: Rs. 0/- (Exempted)

Note: Payment was accepted through online modes only (Net Banking, UPI, Cards).

Important Instructions for Tier-II (Red Box)

Reporting Time: Tier-II is a high-stakes exam. Candidates must reach the examination center at least 90 minutes before the scheduled start time for biometric registration.

Necessary Documents: Carry a printed copy of the Tier-II Admit Card (when released) and an original Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, etc.). Ensure the Date of Birth on the ID proof matches the one on the admit card.

Skill Test Prep: Since the skill test/typing test is part of the final selection, candidates should maintain a daily typing practice of at least 30-45 minutes to meet the WPM requirements.

With the SSC CHSL Tier-II Exam Date now confirmed for 10 April 2026, candidates have approximately 40 days to finalize their preparation. Tier-II is the decisive round that determines your final merit ranking and subsequent department allotment. Focus on the new exam pattern modules, specifically the Computer Knowledge and English sections, as they play a pivotal role in the final score. Regular mock tests and a disciplined typing schedule are your best tools for success. We wish all the shortlisted candidates the very best for their upcoming examination. Stay tuned to Sarkari Papers for real-time updates on admit card releases and post-exam analysis.