Quick answer
SSC CHSL Tier 1 has 100 questions for 200 marks in 60 minutes (4 × 15). Sections: English Language (25 questions, 15 min), General Intelligence (25 questions, 15 min), Quantitative Aptitude (25 questions, 15 min), General Awareness (25 questions, 15 min). +2 for each correct answer, −0.5 for each wrong answer. Computer-based, in English and Hindi.
Section-wise pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time | Time per question |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 50 | 15 min | 36 seconds |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | 15 min | 36 seconds |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 15 min | 36 seconds |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 min | 36 seconds |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 60 minutes (4 × 15) |
Marking scheme
+2 for each correct answer, −0.5 for each wrong answer. Computer-based, in English and Hindi.
On exam day
New in 2026: each section has its own 15-minute timer and opens in order. A section closes when its time ends.
Practise on the real SSC CHSL pattern
4 full mocks with the same sections, timer and marking. The first two are free.
Questions students ask
How many questions are there in SSC CHSL Tier 1?
100 questions for 200 marks, in 60 minutes (4 × 15).
Is there negative marking in SSC CHSL?
+2 for each correct answer, −0.5 for each wrong answer. Computer-based, in English and Hindi.
What is the SSC CHSL exam interface like?
New in 2026: each section has its own 15-minute timer and opens in order. A section closes when its time ends.
What is the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam pattern for 2026?
100 questions in four sections of 25 each (English Language, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness) for 200 marks. Each section has its own 15-minute timer, so the paper lasts 60 minutes.
When is the SSC CHSL 2026 Tier 1 exam?
SSC has scheduled Tier 1 from 30 November to 31 December 2026. Check ssc.gov.in for your admit card and shift.
Is there negative marking in SSC CHSL?
Yes. Each correct answer gets 2 marks and each wrong answer loses 0.5 marks.