Pen, paper, & admit card: SSC CHSL 2025 starting today; checklist, reporting time

SSC CHSL 2025 Exam Day Guidelines, Instructions, Important Documents, Shift Timings: Along with the admit card, candidates must carry a valid photo ID proof and recent passport-size photographs.

The Tier 1 exam is scheduled to begin on November 12 and will be conducted in three shifts daily across various examination centres nationwide. (Image; AI Generated)

SSC CHSL 2025 Exam Day Guidelines: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the admit cards for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Tier 1 Examination 2025. The Tier 1 exam is scheduled to begin on November 12 and will be conducted in three shifts daily across various examination centres nationwide. Here are the timings of the exam centres:

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–Shift one: 9 am – 10 am

–Shift two: 1 pm – 2 pm

–Shift three: 5 pm– 6 pm

SSC CHSL 2025: Guidelines to adhere to

SSC has issued a set of important exam day guidelines that candidates must adhere to strictly.

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–Aspirants are advised to report to their respective centres well in advance, as entry gates will close 30 minutes before the exam begins.

—Along with the admit card, candidates must carry a valid photo ID proof and recent passport-size photographs.

–Candidates are advised to thoroughly verify the details mentioned in their admission certificate, including their name, roll number, ticket number, exam date, time, and venue. In case of any discrepancies or errors in personal information, it is essential to promptly contact the respective regional office to have the corrections made. The seating arrangement at the examination centre will be organised according to the ticket number provided.

–Arrive at least 30 minutes before the exam starts. Latecomers won’t be allowed in, and no one can leave until the exam ends.

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–Candidates must bring a photo-bearing admit card (printed) to take the exam. They will also need to sign and provide their left thumb impression in the designated space.

–Follow all instructions given by the supervisor and invigilator throughout the exam. Items like books, notes, mobile phones, calculators, and other electronic devices are strictly prohibited in the hall. Any candidate caught cheating or helping others will be disqualified.

–Use a black ink or black ball-point pen to fill out Part A and Part B of Side 1, as well as Side 2 of the answer sheet.

–Aspirants must handle their answer sheet carefully and keep it clean, as damaged or folded sheets may not be machine-evaluated. Both the answer sheet and question paper will be provided in the exam hall. After the test, submit the answer sheet to the invigilator before leaving. Anyone caught trying to take it out will be disqualified and face further action.

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–Do all rough work only on the test booklet or question paper. Rough work on the answer sheet is strictly prohibited and may lead to your sheet not being evaluated.

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