SSC CHSL Tier 2 Cut Off 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released the SSC CHSL Tier 2 Result 2026 (for the Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination, 2025) on 17 August 2026, along with the First Round of Tentative Allocation (FRTA) and category-wise/post-wise cut-off details. A total of 3,515 candidates have been provisionally recommended for Identification Verification against 3,522 vacancies for posts including Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO)/DEO Grade ‘A’.
The Tier 2 exam was conducted on 10 April 2026 (and a related session on 22 April 2026). Final allocation is based on merit-cum-preference of posts, with aggregate marks from Section-I and Section-II of Tier-II (subject to qualifying the remaining sections). The individual scorecards are expected to be available shortly on the official website.
Key Highlights of SSC CHSL Tier 2 Result 2026
- Total Vacancies: 3,522
- Candidates Recommended in FRTA: 3,515
- Result Date: 17 August 2026
- Next Step: Identification Verification and Sliding Process (scheduled for 1–3 September 2026). Candidates who do not appear will not be considered for final allocation.
- Official Website: ssc.gov.in
Category-wise Candidates Recommended (approximate, based on official breakup):
| Category | Vacancies | Candidates Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| EWS | 337 | 337 |
| SC | 490 | 487 |
| ST | 252 | 251 |
| OBC | 768 | 766 |
| UR | 1,675 | 1,674 |
| ESM | 301 | 300 |
| OH | 35 | 35 |
| HH | 43 | 42 |
| VH | 39 | 39 |
| PwD-Others | 37 | 37 |
| Total | 3,522 | 3,515 |
Note: Some horizontal category candidates (ESM, OH, etc.) are also counted under their vertical categories. A small number of results were withheld or cancelled.
SSC CHSL Tier 2 Cut-Off Marks 2026
Section-III (Computer Knowledge Test – CKT) and Section-IV (Typing Test/Skill Test) are qualifying in nature. Candidates must meet these standards in addition to the minimum qualifying percentages in Sections I–III (UR: 30%, OBC/EWS: 25%, All other categories: 20%).
1. Computer Knowledge Test (CKT) Cut-Off (out of 45 marks)
| Category | Cut-Off Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 13.5 |
| OBC | 11.25 |
| EWS | 11.25 |
| SC | 9 |
| ST | 9 |
| ESM | 9 |
| OH | 9 |
| HH | 9 |
| VH | 9 |
| PwD-Others | 9 |
2. Typing Test Error Percentage Allowed (for LDC/JSA/JPA posts)
| Category | Maximum Errors Allowed |
|---|---|
| UR | 7% |
| All other categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/ESM/OH/HH/VH/PwD-Others) | 10% |
3. Skill Test (DEST) Error Percentage Allowed (for DEO Grade ‘A’ posts)
| Category | Maximum Errors Allowed |
|---|---|
| UR | 5% |
| All other categories (including ESM in most sources; check official for exact ESM variation) | 7% |
These standards are fixed by the Commission and apply across the board.
SSC CHSL Post-wise Cut-Off Marks (Last Selected Candidate Marks)
The official FRTA write-up provides post-code-wise and category-wise details of the last selected candidates, including Total Marks (aggregate of Section-I + Section-II of Tier-II), Section-I marks, Tier-I marks, and Date of Birth. There is no single overall cut-off; selection depends on vacancies reported by user departments, candidate preferences, and relative merit.
Examples of last selected candidate total marks (approximate ranges observed across major posts; exact figures vary widely by department and category):
- High-demand or preferred posts (certain ministries/departments): UR cut-offs often in the 300–320+ range.
- LDC/JSA posts (various codes L01–L53 range): Common UR totals around 294–317; SC/ST/OBC/EWS correspondingly lower (e.g., SC often 270–300 range depending on post).
- DEO posts (D54–D56 range): Generally higher competition in some categories; sample UR figures around 211–317 depending on the specific post.
Detailed tables in the official PDF list every post code (e.g., L01 – Central Administrative Tribunal, L02 – Intelligence Bureau/related, L16 – Border Roads Organisation (male only), various ministries, and DEO posts under SSC, CGA, Ministry of Culture, etc.). Candidates should download the official PDF and search by post code or roll number for precise last-selected marks in their preferred posts.
How Merit is Decided (Tie Resolution):
- Marks in Section-I of Tier-II
- Marks in Tier-I
- Date of birth (older candidate ranked higher)
SSC CHSL Department-Wise SSC CHSL Final Cut Off 2026
The final department/post-wise cut-off will depend on the number of vacancies, candidate preferences, category, performance in Tier-II and merit position. SSC has not yet published the official department-wise final cut-off for the current cycle.
| Post/Department | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LDC/JSA | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| DEO | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| DEO Grade ‘A’ | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| Other Ministries/Departments | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
How SSC CHSL Tier 2 Final Cut Off Is Determined
For the previous CHSL cycle, SSC prepared the merit list using candidates’ aggregate performance in the relevant Tier-II sections, subject to qualifying the Computer Knowledge Test and DEST/Typing Test. The official CHSL 2024 final-result write-up confirms this methodology.
The final cut-off can therefore vary significantly between posts and departments. A department having fewer vacancies or greater candidate preference may have a higher closing mark than a department with comparatively lower demand.
SSC CHSL Previous Final Cut Off
For comparison, SSC’s CHSL 2024 final result was declared after Tier-II and the online option-cum-preference process. SSC stated that 27,092 candidates who submitted their preferences were considered for further selection.
Candidates should avoid relying on unofficial websites claiming that the SSC CHSL Tier 2 Cut Off 2026 is already out, unless the figures can be verified against an SSC result write-up or final-result PDF.
Important: If you are preparing an article titled “SSC CHSL Tier 2 Cut Off 2026 Out, Department Wise Final Cut Off Marks,” the headline should be updated to “SSC CHSL Tier 2 Cut Off 2026: Check Expected & Previous Year Department-Wise Final Cut Off” until SSC publishes the official final-result document.
How to Check SSC CHSL Tier 2 Result & Cut-Off 2026
- Visit the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in.
- Go to the “Result” section or search for “Combined Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Examination, 2025 – Tier-II / FRTA”.
- Download the Result PDF (roll number-wise list) and the detailed Write-up PDF containing cut-offs and post-wise allocation.
- Use Ctrl+F to search your roll number.
- Cross-check your marks against the last-selected candidate details for your preferred posts.
Direct official write-up link (as referenced across sources): Available on the SSC portal under Notice Boards / Results (FRTA_CHSLE_2025_17082026.pdf).
What Happens Next?
- Identification Verification / Document Verification.
- Sliding Process (1–3 September 2026): Candidates can revise preferences based on remaining vacancies. Physical attendance is mandatory.
- Final allocation and appointment letters will follow after verification and any further rounds if needed.
- Scorecards for all Tier-II candidates are expected to be activated soon.
Factors Affecting Cut-Offs
- Number of vacancies reported by user departments.
- Difficulty level of the Tier-II paper.
- Number of candidates submitting preferences (13,395 considered).
- Reservation policies and horizontal reservations (ESM, PwD categories).
- Preference filling and sliding mechanism.
Important Advice for Candidates
- Download and save the official PDFs immediately.
- Prepare all original documents (educational certificates, category certificates, ID proof, etc.) for verification.
- Attend the sliding process if shortlisted — non-attendance leads to exclusion.
- Regularly check ssc.gov.in for updates on scorecards, sliding schedules, and final results.
- For previous-year trends or Tier-1 cut-offs (released earlier in 2026), refer to the same official sources for comparison.
The release of SSC CHSL Tier 2 Cut Off 2026 and FRTA marks a major milestone for thousands of aspirants seeking Group C posts in various central government departments. Candidates are advised to rely only on the official SSC website for accurate and complete information. Best of luck to all shortlisted candidates for the remaining stages!
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