SSC CHSL 2025 – Option Form / Post Preference Window
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the final vacancy details for SSC CHSL (Combined Higher Secondary Level) 2025 and opened the Post Preference / Option Form window. If you appeared in SSC CHSL 2025 Tier II (held on 10 April 2026), this is your opportunity to indicate your preferred posts and locations. The option form window is open from 19 June to 25 June 2026 on ssc.gov.in.
Key Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CHSL 2025 Application Window | 23 June – 18 July 2025 |
| Tier I Result Declared | 27 February 2026 |
| Tier II Exam Held | 10 April 2026 |
| Tier II Answer Key | 20 April 2026 |
| Final Vacancy Released | 19 June 2026 |
| Option Form Window | 19–25 June 2026 |
Final Vacancies: 3,522 Posts
| Post | Pay Level | Posts (Approx) |
|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200) | Major chunk |
| Postal Assistant (PA) / Sorting Assistant (SA) | Level-4 (₹25,500–81,100) | Major chunk |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) — Various Depts | Level-4 (₹25,500–81,100) | Smaller chunk |
| Total | — | 3,522 |
Application Fee (Original)
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PH / Female | Free |
Eligibility (for reference)
- 10+2 (Intermediate) from any recognized board
- Age: 18–27 years as of 1 January 2026 (UR). Relaxation as applicable.
How to Fill the Option Form
- Go to ssc.gov.in/login
- Login with your SSC CHSL 2025 registration credentials
- Navigate to "CHSL 2025 – Post Preference / Option Form"
- Choose your preferred posts in order of priority (PA/SA, LDC/JSA, DEO)
- Select preferred states/locations where possible
- Submit before 25 June 2026
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What if I miss the SSC CHSL 2025 option form window?
If you miss the 19–25 June 2026 window, SSC will allot posts based on your merit and availability — you lose the choice. It is strongly recommended to fill your preferences before 25 June 2026.
Q: Can I change my option form after submitting?
Typically, once submitted and confirmed, option forms cannot be changed. Submit carefully with your actual preferences in the correct priority order.