SSC CHSL Preparation – Subjects and Pattern
How to prepare for SSC CHSL with free practice: which subjects to study, what is covered here and what you must prepare separately.
Subjects covered on Govexamprep
Core subjects cover the main Tier-I academic areas: Mathematics, Reasoning, General Awareness and English.
- Maths (Quantitative Aptitude)6012 questions
- Reasoning5161 questions
- General Knowledge2938 questions
- English Language3052 questions
- Computer Awareness2346 questions
Exam pattern (latest available information)
| Section | Questions | Marks each | Minus for wrong |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 2 | 0.5 |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 2 | 0.5 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 2 | 0.5 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 2 | 0.5 |
| Total | 100 | 60 minutes | |
⏱️ 15 minutes for each section. You cannot go back to a section after it ends.
Prepare separately
Later-tier computer knowledge, as given in the notification.
Other selection stages
Skill test / typing test for applicable posts. These are separate from Common Studies.
Official website
ssc.gov.in — each recruitment has its own notification there; always read the latest one before applying.
Completing this practice does not guarantee eligibility, selection or complete syllabus coverage. Patterns and syllabi can change with each notification.