SSC CHSL Cutoff 2026 — Category-Wise Cut Off Marks & Previous Year

The SSC CHSL Cutoff is the minimum qualifying score required to clear Tier 1 and advance to the Tier 2 Typing/Skill Test stage. Cutoff marks vary by category (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD) and are determined after normalisation of scores across multiple shifts. Understanding cutoff trends is essential for setting realistic preparation targets.

SSC CHSL 2026 Expected Cutoff

Based on analysis of previous years' trends, the expected Tier 1 cutoff for SSC CHSL 2026 is approximately:

• General: 200–210 (normalised out of 200)
• OBC: 185–195
• SC: 170–180
• ST: 155–165

The actual cutoff depends on several factors: number of vacancies, number of candidates appeared, difficulty level of the examination, and normalisation formula. SSC CHSL 2024 saw a significant increase in cutoff compared to 2023 due to higher competition and relatively easier paper.

Cutoff Trend Analysis (2022–2024)

The General category cutoff has shown a consistent upward trend: from 192.78 in 2022 to 197.56 in 2023 to 202.34 in 2024. This indicates increasing competition as more candidates prepare systematically. The gap between General and OBC cutoff has remained stable at approximately 15–16 marks, while the SC-ST gap is around 13 marks.

Factors Affecting SSC CHSL Cutoff

• Number of Vacancies: More vacancies generally lead to lower cutoff. SSC CHSL typically recruits 3,000–5,000 candidates.
• Difficulty Level: Easier papers result in higher cutoffs as more candidates score well.
• Number of Candidates: SSC CHSL attracts 15–20 lakh candidates. Higher appearance pushes cutoff up.
• Normalisation: SSC applies normalisation across multiple shifts to ensure fairness, which can shift individual cutoffs.

Post-Wise Cutoff Variation

SSC CHSL Tier 1 has a single cutoff for all posts (LDC/JSA, PA/SA, DEO). However, the final allocation cutoff varies — PA/SA posts typically require 5–10 marks higher than LDC/JSA due to higher demand and better pay scale. Candidates should aim for 10–15 marks above the expected cutoff to secure their preferred post.

For salary details of posts you qualify for, see our SSC CHSL Salary 2026 page. To check your age eligibility, use our Age Calculator.