Exam Comparison

SSC CGL vs SSC CHSL 2026

SSC CGL 2026 requires a graduate degree with 15,000+ vacancies for Group B/C gazetted posts; SSC CHSL 2026 requires 12th pass with 3,000+ vacancies for Lower Division Clerk and Data Entry Operator posts.

Last updated: July 4, 2026

Parameter	SSC CGL 2026	SSC CHSL 2026
Conducting Body	Staff Selection Commission	Staff Selection Commission
Full Form	Combined Graduate Level	Combined Higher Secondary Level
Eligibility	Graduate degree from recognised university	12th pass (10+2) from recognised board
Age Limit	18–32 years (varies by post)	18–27 years (varies by post)
Vacancies 2026	15,000+	3,000+
Exam Date 2026	Tier I: 15 Sep 2026	Tier I: Jul 2026
Application Fee	₹100	₹100
Exam Stages	Tier I → Tier II → Skill Test	Tier I → Tier II → Skill/Typing Test
Salary Range	₹25,500 – ₹1,51,100 (Level 4–8)	₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level 2–4)
Post Type	Inspector, Auditor, Assistant, Sub-Inspector	LDC, JSA, DEO, Postal Assistant
Career Growth	Higher promotion ceiling, Group B gazetted posts	Promotion to UDC and SSC CGL eligible after service
Difficulty	Higher — graduate-level Maths and reasoning	Moderate — 12th-level syllabus

Choose SSC CGL 2026 if…

Choose SSC CGL if you have a graduation degree and want higher salary, better promotion prospects, and gazetted officer-level posts like Inspector or Auditor.

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Choose SSC CHSL 2026 if…

Choose SSC CHSL if you are a 12th-pass candidate wanting a central government job quickly, or if you want to start early and later prepare for CGL.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is harder — SSC CGL or SSC CHSL?▼

SSC CGL is harder. It requires a graduation-level syllabus, has more competition, and includes an advanced Paper II for quantitative and English skills. SSC CHSL is based on 12th-level content and is generally considered easier.

Can I apply for both SSC CGL and SSC CHSL simultaneously?▼

Yes. Both are separate exams conducted by SSC. If you are a graduate, you are eligible for both. Many candidates prepare for both simultaneously since the core syllabus (Reasoning, GK, Maths, English) overlaps significantly.

Which has a higher salary — SSC CGL or SSC CHSL?▼

SSC CGL offers higher pay. CGL posts are in Pay Level 4–8 (₹25,500–₹1,51,100), while CHSL posts are in Pay Level 2–4 (₹19,900–₹63,200). Both include DA, HRA, and other central government allowances.

Is there an interview in SSC CGL or SSC CHSL?▼

No. Both SSC CGL and SSC CHSL are interview-free exams. Final merit is based on written exam performance plus skill/typing test scores for applicable posts.

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