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The SSC CHSL Result is the announcement through which the Staff Selection Commission declares which candidates have cleared the Tier 1 qualifying examination and are shortlisted to appear in Tier 2. The result is published on ssc.gov.in in PDF format and is released separately for each post category, along with the official category-wise and post-wise cutoff marks.
For the 2026 cycle, the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam is scheduled between July and September 2026. Based on the 2025 cycle pattern, where the Tier 1 exam was held from November 12 to 30, 2025, and the result was declared on February 27, 2026, the Tier 1 result for the 2026 cycle is expected in November to December 2026, approximately 50 to 55 days after the last exam date.
This page covers the complete result process for SSC CHSL Tier 1 2026: expected result date, official 2025 result data, the three separate result PDFs for different post categories, how to check and download the result, how the scorecard differs from the merit list, normalisation, what the cutoff means, and a clear action plan for qualified and non-qualified candidates.
| Stage Official/Expected Date | |
| Tier 1 Exam | July to September 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | Within 1 to 2 weeks of last exam date |
| Answer Key Objection Window | Approximately 1 week after provisional key |
| Final Answer Key | 2 to 4 weeks after objection window |
| Tier 1 Result and Cutoff | November to December 2026 (expected) |
| Tier 1 Scorecard | 2 to 3 weeks after result declaration |
| Tier 2 Admit Card | Shortly after result; exam expected early 2027 |
| Tier 2 Exam | Early 2027 (expected) |
| Tier 2 Result and Final Allotment | Mid to Late 2027 (expected) |
The SSC CHSL result is released tentatively 50 to 55 days after the conclusion of the exam at ssc.gov.in. This timeline is confirmed from multiple official cycles.
The 2025 result provides the most accurate reference for what to expect in 2026.
| Detail Official Data | |
| Exam Dates | November 12 to 30, 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 3,131 |
| Total Candidates Appeared | 11,07,975 |
| Result Declared | February 27, 2026 |
| Total Candidates Shortlisted for Tier 2 | 39,901 |
| LDC/JSA/Clerk-Typist Qualified (List 1) | Part of 39,901 |
| DEO Science Stream Qualified (List 2) | Separate list |
| DEO Other Streams Qualified (List 3) | Separate list |
| UR General Category Cutoff (LDC/JSA) | 144.25858 (normalised, out of 200) |
| Tier 2 Exam Date | April 10, 2026 |
The SSC CHSL Tier 1 Result 2025 for candidates who appeared in the Tier 1 Exam was officially declared on 27th February 2026 at the official website www.ssc.gov.in. The Tier 1 Result PDF contains the qualified candidates' Roll numbers, Names, their father's name, and their mother's name. As per result, 39,901 candidates were shortlisted to appear for the CHSL Tier 2 Exam.
A distinctive feature of the SSC CHSL result structure is that it is released in three separate lists based on the posts a candidate applied for.
| List Posts Covered Key Eligibility Condition | ||
| List 1 | LDC, JSA, Clerk-cum-Typist | Class 12 from any stream |
| List 2 | DEO (Science Stream) | Class 12 in Science with Mathematics |
| List 3 | DEO (Other Streams and departments including C&AG, Consumer Affairs) | As per specific departmental qualification |
The SSC CHSL Tier 1 Result 2025 has been released separately for each post: LDC/JSA/Clerk-Typist (List 1), DEO (Science Stream) (List 2), and DEO (Others) (List 3).
Candidates must check all lists they are eligible for. A candidate who applied for both LDC/JSA and DEO posts must check both List 1 and the applicable DEO list. Qualification in any one list makes the candidate eligible for Tier 2. The Tier 2 structure and skill test requirements vary by post category.
Candidates can download the SSC CHSL Result 2025-26 from the official SSC website at ssc.gov.in. The result is released in PDF format. Follow these steps once the result is published:
| Step Action | |
| 1 | Visit ssc.gov.in |
| 2 | Click on the "Result" tab in the main navigation |
| 3 | Look for the SSC CHSL 2026 Tier 1 Result link |
| 4 | Click the link; the result PDF opens in browser or downloads |
| 5 | Press Ctrl+F (Windows) or Cmd+F (Mac) to activate the Find function |
| 6 | Type your Roll Number in the search box |
| 7 | If your roll number appears, you are qualified |
| 8 | If your roll number does not appear, you have not cleared the cutoff |
The result PDF is a large document running several hundred pages because it lists all qualified candidates. The Ctrl+F search function is the fastest method to locate your roll number.
The SSC CHSL Merit List PDF holds: Examination Name (Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2025), Roll Numbers of qualified candidates, Candidates' Names, Category and Sub-Category, and Rankings of shortlisted candidates.
The scorecard is the individual performance document showing section-wise normalised marks, total score, and qualification status. It is released separately from the result PDF, typically 2 to 3 weeks after the result declaration.
The SSC CHSL Score Cards along with subject-wise and overall marks will be released within a few days of the result declaration.
| Step Action | |
| 1 | Visit ssc.gov.in |
| 2 | Navigate to the CHSL result section |
| 3 | Click on "Score Card for CHSL Tier 1 2026" link |
| 4 | Log in with Registration Number and Password |
| 5 | Enter the captcha |
| 6 | The scorecard PDF opens on screen |
| 7 | Download and save immediately |
| 8 | Print a copy for records |
The scorecard is available for download for a limited period only. SSC deactivates the scorecard link after a few weeks. Candidates must download and save it within the active window.
| Field Detail | |
| Candidate Name | As registered |
| Roll Number | Exam-specific roll number |
| Registration Number | OTR registration ID |
| Category | As declared in application |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning Score | Normalised marks out of 50 |
| General Awareness Score | Normalised marks out of 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude Score | Normalised marks out of 50 |
| English Language Score | Normalised marks out of 50 |
| Total Normalised Score | Sum of all four sections |
| Qualification Status | Qualified / Not Qualified |
The SSC CHSL Marks Normalisation process is applied by SSC to ensure fairness in scoring, as the Tier 1 examination is conducted in multiple shifts across different days.
Because the exam is held across multiple shifts over 18 to 19 days, each shift may carry a slightly different difficulty level. Normalisation ensures that candidates in harder shifts are not disadvantaged and candidates in easier shifts do not gain an unfair advantage.
| Step Process | |
| 1 | Raw scores from all shifts are collected |
| 2 | For each shift, a percentile score is calculated relative to all candidates in that shift |
| 3 | Percentile scores are mapped to normalised scores on a common scale using the mean and standard deviation of all shifts |
| 4 | Normalised scores are used for all cutoff decisions and merit ranking |
The practical impact is that a raw score of 155 in a harder shift may normalise to 158 or 160, while a raw score of 155 in an easier shift may normalise to 152 or 153. The normalised score is what appears on the scorecard and what the cutoff is applied against.
Candidates should not target exactly the cutoff as a raw score. The normalisation process can move scores by 3 to 7 marks in either direction. A buffer of 8 to 12 marks above the historical cutoff provides safety regardless of the shift assigned.
The General category cut-off for LDC/JSA is 144.25858 marks. The result was released on February 27, 2026. SSC has released category-wise cut-off marks along with the result. Evaluation was done using the normalised scoring method.
| Category Normalised Cutoff (Out of 200) | |
| Unreserved (UR) | 144.25858 |
| OBC | To be verified from official PDF at ssc.gov.in |
| EWS | To be verified from official PDF |
| SC | To be verified from official PDF |
| ST | To be verified from official PDF |
| ESM | To be verified from official PDF |
Note: The UR cutoff of 144.25858 for LDC/JSA in 2025 is lower than the 2024 cutoff of 157.36. This can be attributed to exam difficulty variation across the November 2025 window and normalisation methodology. Always verify all category-wise cutoffs from the official cutoff PDF at ssc.gov.in.
DEO cutoffs are consistently higher than LDC/JSA cutoffs due to the restricted eligible pool (Science + Mathematics Class 12 only). Verify exact figures from the official SSC cutoff PDF.
For historical cutoff data across 2021 to 2025, visit the SSC CHSL Cutoff page.
Many candidates confuse these three documents. Here is a clear breakdown.
| Aspect Result PDF Scorecard Final Merit List | |||
| Released | With result declaration | 2-3 weeks after result | After Tier 2 and skill test |
| Content | Roll numbers of Tier 1 qualifiers | Individual section-wise marks | Final selected candidates for appointment |
| Individual-specific | No (collective document) | Yes | Yes |
| Login required | No (open download) | Yes | No (open download) |
| Availability period | Permanent (stays on SSC website) | Limited (deactivated after a few weeks) | Permanent |
| Purpose | Confirms Tier 1 qualification | Shows individual performance | Confirms final appointment eligibility |
Download the scorecard within the active window. Individual normalised scores often become available later via login on regional sites. The initial release focuses on the merit list and cutoffs in PDF form.
| Event Official Date | |
| Tier 1 Exam Conducted | November 12 to 30, 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | December 8 to 11, 2025 |
| Objection Window | December 14 to 18, 2025 |
| Final Answer Key | January 2026 |
| Tier 1 Result Declared | February 27, 2026 |
| Total Candidates Appeared | 11,07,975 |
| Total Vacancies | 3,131 |
| Candidates Shortlisted for Tier 2 | 39,901 |
| Tier 1 Scorecard Expected | March 2026 |
| Tier 2 Exam | April 10, 2026 |
The gap between the last Tier 1 exam date (November 30, 2025) and the result declaration (February 27, 2026) was 89 days. This is the evaluation, normalisation, and result preparation window. For the 2026 cycle with a July-September 2026 Tier 1 exam, a similar 2 to 3 month gap places the result in November to December 2026.
Qualified candidates must appear for the Tier 2 examination. Candidates can check the result on the official SSC website ssc.gov.in.
The most important action after qualifying Tier 1 is to begin Tier 2 preparation immediately. The gap between the Tier 1 result and the Tier 2 exam is typically 4 to 6 weeks.
| Action Priority Timing | ||
| Download and save the result PDF page with your roll number | High | Within 24 hours of result |
| Download the Tier 1 scorecard from login portal | High | Within the active download window (2-3 weeks) |
| Begin Tier 2 preparation immediately | Critical | Same day as result |
| Download the Tier 2 admit card | High | As soon as released |
| Verify exam centre and reporting time | High | On admit card download day |
| Keep all qualification documents ready | Medium | Before Tier 2 |
| Check official SSC website for Tier 2 exam dates | Medium | Weekly until official announcement |
The Tier 2 exam is significantly more rigorous than Tier 1 and is the merit-determining stage. Candidates who wait until after the result to begin Tier 2 preparation face a severe time disadvantage. The SSC CHSL Syllabus Tracker and the SSC CHSL Tier 1 Test Series can be used to bridge from Tier 1 to Tier 2 preparation without losing momentum.
| Action Purpose | |
| Download and review Tier 1 scorecard | Identify which section(s) pulled the score below cutoff |
| Analyse section-wise normalised marks | If one section is significantly below others, focus there next cycle |
| Compare your score with the cutoff | Understand the gap: is it 5 marks or 25 marks? |
| Begin preparation for the 2027 cycle immediately | SSC CHSL is annual; the next notification is expected in May 2027 |
| Use topic-wise tests for weak sections | Address root causes rather than attempting more full mocks |
| Continue current affairs preparation | GA is the most variable section; consistent preparation pays across multiple attempts |
Not qualifying in one cycle is a data point, not a final verdict. The SSC CHSL result is released tentatively 50 to 55 days after the conclusion of the exam. Candidates who analyse their scorecard honestly and make specific adjustments to their preparation almost always improve in the next attempt.
Understanding the complete chain from Tier 1 result to final appointment prevents confusion at later stages.
| Stage Activity Timing After Tier 1 Result | ||
| 1 | Tier 2 Admit Card Released | 2 to 3 weeks after result |
| 2 | Tier 2 Session 1 (Objective Test) | 4 to 6 weeks after result |
| 3 | Tier 2 Session 2 (DEST/Typing Skill Test) | Same day as or shortly after Session 1 |
| 4 | Tier 2 Result and Cutoff | 2 to 3 months after Tier 2 |
| 5 | Document Verification | After Tier 2 result |
| 6 | Final Merit List and Appointment | Typically 6 to 9 months after Tier 2 |
Final selection will be based on Tier 2 performance and document verification. After qualifying for the SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam, candidates will be shortlisted for a skill test. All candidates must undergo the SSC CHSL Skill Test, which is solely qualifying in nature.
| Component Details Nature | ||
| Session 1: Objective Test | 2 hours 15 minutes; tests Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English, General Awareness | Merit-determining |
| Session 2: DEST/TST | Data Entry Speed Test (8,000 key depressions per hour) OR Typing Skill Test (35 WPM English or 30 WPM Hindi) | Qualifying |
| Computer Knowledge Test | Basic computer proficiency test | Qualifying |
The SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam has Objective Multiple Choice/Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test. SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam is qualifying in nature for the skill test component. Candidates have to score a minimum of 33% marks to appear for the next stage.
The final merit list is based entirely on the Tier 2 Session 1 objective marks. The typing test and computer proficiency test are qualifying gates that candidates must clear but which do not add to the merit score.
When will the SSC CHSL Tier 1 2026 result be declared? The SSC CHSL result is released tentatively 50 to 55 days after the conclusion of the exam at ssc.gov.in. With the Tier 1 exam scheduled July to September 2026, the result is expected in November to December 2026.
How many candidates are shortlisted from Tier 1 to Tier 2? In the Combined Higher Secondary Level Tier 1 Examination 2025, out of 11,07,975 candidates who appeared, only 37,520 candidates have made it to score more than the cutoff marks and qualified for the next round. The actual shortlisting number was 39,901 as per Adda247 data.
Is the Tier 1 result the same as the final SSC CHSL result? No. The initial release focuses on the merit list and cutoffs. The result only qualifies candidates for Tier 2. Final selection comes after Tier 2 and document verification.
Can I download my scorecard after the result? Yes, but only within the limited active window. The SSC CHSL Score Cards along with subject-wise and overall marks will be released within a few days in March 2026. For 2026, the scorecard will follow similarly after the result. Download immediately when it becomes available.
What if I qualified Tier 1 but failed Tier 2? You will need to appear in the next annual CHSL cycle. Tier 1 qualification is specific to the cycle in which you cleared it. There is no carryover between years.
Does Tier 1 score appear on the final appointment letter? No. The final appointment and merit documentation references only Tier 2 scores and final merit rank. Tier 1 is qualifying only; its score has no role in the appointment process.