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SSC exams (CHSL after 12th, CGL after graduation)
Government job
The Staff Selection Commission recruits for many central government clerical and officer posts. CHSL is for 12th pass; CGL is for graduates.
Who can join
12th pass for CHSL; any bachelor's degree for CGL. Age limits apply.
Courses and options inside this path
- SSC CHSL
- SSC CGL
- SSC MTS and others
Entrance exams and entry routes
What you can do after this
- Clerical and assistant posts in ministries and departments
- Inspector, auditor and tax assistant posts through CGL
- Stable government careers
Next steps
- Read the SSC exam calendar and notifications.
- Practise with previous papers.
- Keep a document set ready (certificates, ID, photos).
Official links
Fees change every year and differ by college and state, so they are not listed here. Check the fee structure on the official admission site before you decide. Career guidance on this page is general information compiled from official sources and is not a substitute for the official notification of an exam, college or scheme. Dates, eligibility and fees change every year. Always confirm on the official link before you pay or apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is SSC exams (CHSL after 12th, CGL after graduation)?
The Staff Selection Commission recruits for many central government clerical and officer posts. CHSL is for 12th pass; CGL is for graduates.
Who can join SSC exams (CHSL after 12th, CGL after graduation)?
12th pass for CHSL; any bachelor's degree for CGL. Age limits apply.
Which exams or entry routes are used for SSC exams (CHSL after 12th, CGL after graduation)?
SSC exams. Always confirm dates and rules on the official website.
What can you do after SSC exams (CHSL after 12th, CGL after graduation)?
Clerical and assistant posts in ministries and departments; Inspector, auditor and tax assistant posts through CGL; Stable government careers.