SSC CHSL 2023 Question Paper (March 20): Check Memory-based questions PDF, exam analysis, cut off

Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam 2025 ( SSC CHSL )

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Check below the SSC CHSL exam 2022-23 question paper held today (March 20, 2023) and download the memory-based question PDF for all shifts to know the types of questions asked, difficulty level of the paper, exam pattern, etc.

SSC CHSL 2023 Question Paper

SSC CHSL 2023 Question Paper

The Staff Selection Commission conducted the SSC CHSL exam 2022-23 on March 20, 2023, at various centres across the country. The last SSC CHSL exam will be tomorrow (March 21, 2023).

The question paper has a total of 200 marks, which is a total of 100 questions, each carrying 2 marks. In total, there are four sections: general awareness, English language, quantitative aptitude, and general awareness, and each has 25 questions. Read below for more insight regarding the SSC CHSL Exam, including analysis, questions asked, etc.

SSC CHSL 2023 Exam Pattern

The SSC CHSL exam 2022-23 has two tiers namely tier 1 and tier 2. The commission revised the CHSL exam pattern; scroll down for more information. According to the official notification, the Tier 1 exam pattern is the same, but on the other hand, the Tier 2 exam pattern has changed from an objective-type test to a descriptive one.

Q:   Is SSC CHSL Question Paper 2024 available?

A:

The SSC CHSL question paper 2024 of Tier 1 is not available yet. The Commission will release the attempted SSC CHSL Tier 1 question paper 2024 along with the tentative answer keys on the official website. Candidates who will appear for the SSC CHSL 2024 Tier 1 exam will be able to download the question papers by logging through the application number and password. The SSC CHSL question paper will be given along with the correct answers.

Q:   How to download SSC CHSL question papers?

A:

Candidates can download the SSC CHSL question papers 2024 of Tier 1 exam along with the tentative answer keys bu following the given steps:

  • Visit the official website – ssc.gov.in.
  • Click on the answer key and question paper link released by the commission.
  • Click on the answer key link given inside the notification.
  • Login using roll number and password.
  • Download the question paper, answer key and response sheets.

Q:   What type of questions are asked in SSC CHSL exam?

A:

SSC CHSL Tier 1 contains objective-type multiple choice questions (MCQs). On the other hand, SSC CHSL Tier 2 is objective type as well, except for Module-II of Section-3, which is a Typing or Skill Test. The questions are set in English, Hindi and language opted by candidates, except for Module-II (i.e. English Language and Comprehension module) in Section II of Tier 2 examination.

Particulars

SSC CHSL Tier-I Exam Highlights

SSC CHSL Tier-II Exam Highlights

Exam mode

Online (computer-based test)

Offline (pen-and-paper-based test)

Number of sections & subjects

4 (English Language, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness)

Two Sessions

Exam duration

1 hour (60 minutes)

Session I: 2 hour 15 minutes

Session II: 25 minutes

Number of questions

100

Session I: 135 Questions

Session II: Skill Test/ Typing Test Module

Type of questions

MCQs; 4 options with 1 correct option

Objective Type, Multiple choice questions, except for
Module-II of Section-3

Total marks

200

Session I, Section 1: 180 Marks
Session I, Section 2: 180 Marks
Session I, Section 3: 45 Marks

Language of paper

English and Hindi 

English and Hindi  

Negative Marking

deduction of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer

deduction of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I,
Section-II and Module-I of Section-III

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SSC CHSL 2023 Question Paper (March 20) PDF: Download Memory-Based Questions

The commission is conducting the SSC CHSL exam in a computer-based mode, and the examinee doesn't have access to receive a print copy of the question paper. Therefore, here we are providing the memory-based questions in PDF for all three shifts as per the candidates' responses and feedback who appeared in the exam.

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SSC CHSL 2023 Exam Analysis 

Check below for the detailed SSC CHSL exam analysis including all three shifts. It consists of the types of topics or questions asked in the exam, a good number of attempts, the overall difficulty level of the exam, etc. The analysis is based on the feedback or responses received from the candidates who appeared in the SSC CHSL exam on March 20, 2023.

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Q:   What is the benefit of solving SSC CHSL Question Papers?

A:

Solving SSC CHSL question papers helps candidates in preparing well for the exam. Candidates become familiar with the exam pattern, topics asked in the exam, the difficulty level of questions, marking schemes, etc. by practicing the SSC CHSL previous years papers. SSC CHSL previous years question papers can be a valuable tool in preparing for the exam. It also helps candidates in knowing their weak areas where they need additional study.

Q:   Is there any interview in SSC CHSL exam?

A:
No, there is no interview in SSC CHSL exam. Candidates are shortlisted based on their performance in: Tier 1 exam Tier 2 exam Document Verification Skill Test The final selection and allocation of Ministries/ Departments/ Offices is made based on their performance in Tier 1 and Tier 2 exam and the preference of Posts/ Departments given by them at the time of Document Verification.
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