SC CHSL Cut Off 2026: Expected & Previous Year Cut Off, Category-Wise

The SSC CHSL cut off 2026 is the minimum normalised score candidates need in Tier 1 to qualify for Tier 2. SSC fixes the Tier 1 cut-off separately for each category and post group: LDC/JSA, DEO (Science Stream) and DEO (Other than Science Stream). SSC has released the SSC CHSL 2026 notification for 2,536 tentative vacancies, and the official cut-off will be announced with the Tier 1 result.

Based on the CHSL 2025 cut-off and previous year trends, the expected SSC CHSL cut off 2026 for UR candidates in LDC/JSA is around 142–150 marks, while the DEO cut-off is expected to be higher at 163–173 marks. The actual cut-off will depend on vacancies, paper difficulty, the number of candidates and normalisation.

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SSC CHSL Cut Off 2026

The SSC CHSL Tier 1 cut-off varies by category and post. In the CHSL 2025 cycle, the UR cut-off was 144.25858 for LDC/JSA and 169.54438 for DEO (Science Stream). Here is a quick overview.

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SSC CHSL Tier 1 Cut Off 2026 Excepted

The SSC CHSL Tier 1 cut off 2026 will vary by post. In every recent cycle, DEO posts have had a higher cut-off than LDC/JSA, so compare your expected score with the cut-off for your preferred post and category, not a single common figure. The expected ranges below are based on the CHSL 2025 cut-off, with the 2024 figures used to account for year-on-year changes.

SSC CHSL Tier 1 Cut Off for UR

The expected SSC CHSL cut off for UR candidates in LDC/JSA is around 142–150 marks. For DEO posts, the expected range is higher, as UR cut-offs have stayed above 165 marks in the last two cycles.

SSC CHSL Tier 1 Cut Off for OBC

The SSC CHSL cut off for OBC usually stays very close to the UR cut-off. In CHSL 2025, the OBC cut-off for LDC/JSA was 143.83055, just 0.43 marks below UR.

SSC CHSL Tier 1 Cut Off for SC

The SSC CHSL cut off for SC is lower than the UR and OBC cut-offs. In CHSL 2025, the SC cut-off was 125.40250 for LDC/JSA, while both DEO cut-offs were above 157 marks.

SSC CHSL Tier 1 Cut Off for ST

The SSC CHSL cut off for ST has stayed below the SC cut-off in recent cycles. In CHSL 2025, the ST cut-off for LDC/JSA was 115.25399.

SSC CHSL Tier 1 Cut Off for EWS

The SSC CHSL cut off for EWS usually stays close to the UR and OBC cut-offs. In CHSL 2025, the EWS cut-off for LDC/JSA was 141.42492, and for DEO (Science Stream) it was the same as UR at 169.54438.

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SSC CHSL Expected Cut Off 2026

The SSC CHSL expected cut off 2026 uses the CHSL 2025 cut-off as the main benchmark and the 2024 cut-off to account for year-on-year changes. The cut-off can move a lot between cycles: the LDC/JSA UR cut-off fell from 157.36168 in 2024 to 144.25858 in 2025. Once Tier 1 begins, the shift-wise difficulty in the SSC CHSL exam analysis will give a clearer picture of where the cut-off is heading.

To stay safely above the cut-off, UR candidates should aim for 155+ in Tier 1 for LDC/JSA and 175+ for DEO. Focusing on high-weightage areas from the SSC CHSL topic-wise weightage is the fastest way to raise your score.

SSC CHSL Previous Year Cut Off

The SSC CHSL previous year cut off shows the score range needed to clear Tier 1. Always compare figures for the same post and category, as SSC fixes separate cut-offs for each post group. The years below refer to the CHSL exam cycle (for example, CHSL 2025 Tier 1 was held in November 2025). Along with past cut-offs, solving SSC CHSL previous year papers helps you judge whether your scores are in the qualifying range.

The table shows the LDC/JSA Tier 1 cut-off (or the common cut-off where SSC did not split by post).

SSC CHSL Cut Off 2025

The CHSL 2025 Tier 1 exam was held in November 2025. The LDC/JSA cut-off was 144.25858 for UR, 143.83055 for OBC, 141.42492 for EWS, 125.40250 for SC and 115.25399 for ST. In total, 37,520 candidates qualified for Tier 2 in LDC/JSA.

SSC CHSL Cut Off 2024

The CHSL 2024 Tier 1 exam was held from 1 to 11 July 2024. The LDC/JSA UR cut-off was 157.36168, while OBC and EWS were 156.61665 and 150.51731. The DEO/DEO Grade A UR cut-off was much higher at 176.27042.

SSC CHSL Cut Off 2023

In CHSL 2023, the LDC/JSA UR cut-off was 153.91142, while OBC and EWS were 152.26953 and 151.09782. DEO posts were split into C&AG/DCA and other departments, both with UR cut-offs above 169.

SSC CHSL Cut Off 2022

The CHSL 2022 Tier 1 cut-off was 157.72984 for UR, 153.25024 for OBC, 151.02975 for EWS, 135.46972 for SC and 125.79702 for ST. This was the first cycle under the new two-tier pattern, and SSC released a common cut-off for all posts.

SSC CHSL Cut Off 2021

The CHSL 2021 Tier 1 exam was held from 24 May to 10 June 2022. The cut-off was 140.18226 for UR, 140.12370 for OBC, 131.40838 for EWS, 112.86061 for SC and 104.78368 for ST.

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SSC CHSL Cut Off 2026: Category-Wise

SSC releases a separate SSC CHSL category-wise cut off for UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, ESM and the PwBD categories. In CHSL 2025, the UR, OBC and EWS cut-offs for LDC/JSA were within 3 marks of each other, while SC and ST were much lower. Here is the expected LDC/JSA cut-off for 2026 by category.

SSC CHSL Cut Off 2026: Post-Wise

The SSC CHSL post-wise cut off is different for each post group. DEO posts have a higher cut-off than LDC/JSA because SSC shortlists candidates separately for them and there are far fewer DEO vacancies. DEO (Science Stream) posts are open only to candidates who studied Science with Mathematics in Class 12. Since the cut-off decides which posts you can get, fill your SSC CHSL post preference carefully. DEO posts also offer a higher pay level, as shown in the SSC CHSL salary structure.

SSC CHSL Cut Off 2026: State-Wise

There is no SSC CHSL state-wise cut off. CHSL is an all-India recruitment, and SSC fixes the cut-off by category and post group, not by state or region. Candidates from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Maharashtra or any other state should refer to the category-wise and post-wise cut-off given above. Your SSC CHSL exam centre or home state has no effect on the cut-off that applies to you.

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Cut Off

Tier 2 is the final merit stage. Section I (Mathematical Abilities and Reasoning) and Section II (English and General Awareness) count for merit, while Section III Module I (Computer Knowledge) is qualifying. In the CHSL 2025 cycle, the qualifying marks for the Computer Knowledge module and the error limits in the skill tests were as follows.

Candidates who clear the Tier 1 cut-off can download their skill test call letter from the SSC CHSL skill test admit card link on the regional SSC website.

SSC CHSL Minimum Qualifying Marks

The SSC CHSL minimum qualifying marks are different from the actual cut-off. SSC sets minimum qualifying percentages, but you must also cross the category-wise cut-off to be shortlisted. Scoring only the minimum percentage does not guarantee selection. The Tier 1 marking scheme and sections are explained in the SSC CHSL syllabus and exam pattern.

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Factors Affecting SSC CHSL Cut Off 2026

The SSC CHSL cut-off can go up or down each year depending on the following factors:

• Number of vacancies: CHSL 2026 has 2,536 tentative vacancies. You can see the post-wise and category-wise break-up in the SSC CHSL vacancy details.
• Number of candidates who appear for Tier 1
• Difficulty level of the Tier 1 paper
• Shift-wise difficulty and normalisation of scores
• Category-wise and post-wise vacancies
• Overall candidate performance
• The number of candidates SSC needs to shortlist for Tier 2

How to Check SSC CHSL Cut Off 2026?

SSC publishes the official SSC CHSL cut off 2026 in the result notice after the Tier 1 result is declared. Follow these steps to check it:

• Visit the official SSC website, ssc.gov.in.
• Click on the Results section.
• Select CHSL from the examination list.
• Open the SSC CHSL 2026 Tier 1 result notice (write-up PDF).
• Check the cut-off for your category and post group.
• Download the PDF for future reference.

To compare the cut-off with your own normalised marks, check your SSC CHSL scorecard once SSC releases it.

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SSC CHSL Cut Off FAQs

Q1. What is the SSC CHSL cut off 2026?

The SSC CHSL cut off 2026 is the minimum normalised score needed in Tier 1 to qualify for Tier 2. The official cut-off has not been released yet. Based on previous year trends, the expected LDC/JSA cut-off for UR is around 142–150 marks.

Q2. When will the SSC CHSL cut off 2026 be released?

SSC will release the official SSC CHSL cut off 2026 along with the Tier 1 result, after the Tier 1 exam is over.

Q3. What is the SSC CHSL Tier 1 cut off 2026?

The official Tier 1 cut-off will be set after the exam. The expected LDC/JSA cut-off is 142–150 for UR, 141–149 for OBC, 139–147 for EWS, 123–132 for SC and 113–123 for ST.

Q4. What is the expected SSC CHSL cut off 2026?

For LDC/JSA, the expected cut-off is 142–150 for UR, 141–149 for OBC, 139–147 for EWS, 123–132 for SC and 113–123 for ST. For DEO, the expected UR cut-off is 163–173.

Q5. What was the SSC CHSL previous year cut off?

In CHSL 2025, the LDC/JSA cut-off was 144.25858 for UR, 143.83055 for OBC, 141.42492 for EWS, 125.40250 for SC and 115.25399 for ST.

Q6. Is the SSC CHSL cut off different for each category?

Yes. SSC sets separate cut-offs for UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, ESM and each PwBD category.

Q7. What is the SSC CHSL cut off for the General category?

The expected 2026 UR cut-off is 142–150 marks for LDC/JSA and 163–173 marks for DEO. In CHSL 2025, it was 144.25858 for LDC/JSA.

Q8. What is the SSC CHSL cut off for OBC, SC, ST and EWS?

The expected 2026 LDC/JSA cut-off is 141–149 for OBC, 139–147 for EWS, 123–132 for SC and 113–123 for ST.

Q9. Are SSC CHSL cut off marks different for different posts?

Yes. SSC sets separate cut-offs for each post group. In CHSL 2025, the UR cut-off was 144.25858 for LDC/JSA but 169.54438 for DEO (Science Stream).

Q10. What are the minimum qualifying marks for SSC CHSL?

The minimum qualifying marks are 30% for UR (60 out of 200 in Tier 1), 25% for OBC/EWS (50) and 20% for other categories (40). These are different from the actual cut-off needed for shortlisting.

Q11. How is the SSC CHSL cut off calculated?

SSC sets the cut-off based on vacancies, the number of candidates, category, post-wise shortlisting needs and normalised scores. Since Tier 1 is held in multiple shifts, scores are normalised to adjust for differences in paper difficulty.

Q12. Where can I check the official SSC CHSL cut off 2026?

You can check the official SSC CHSL cut off 2026 in the Results section of ssc.gov.in after the Tier 1 result is declared.