SSC CHSL Salary 2025, In Hand, Allowances and Perks

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination every year to recruit candidates for posts like Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO). One of the key reasons candidates aim for these posts is the attractive salary package and government job security. This article provides a detailed overview of the SSC CHSL Salary 2025, including pay structure, allowances, and career growth opportunities.

SSC CHSL Salary 2025, Post-Wise

The SSC CHSL posts come under either Pay Level 2, Pay Level 4, or Pay Level 5. The LDC and JSA posts are of Pay Level 2 and the associated Pay Scale is Rs. 19,900 to 63,200. The highest Pay Scale offered in SSC CHSL is Rs. 29,200-92,300 for DEOs recruited under Pay Level 5. Along with the salary, candidates are entitled to many allowances and benefits. However, in the 2025 recruitment drive, there might be a hike in the salary for the CHSL posts by the 7th CPC.

The basic SSC CHSL Salary details for all posts are given below:

In-Hand Salary 2025 After 7th Pay Commission

The SSC CHSL In-hand salary calculation involves various additions and deductions to the basic salary. According to the 7th Pay Commission and the latest update on the DA revision, the SSC CHSL Salary will include 55% Dearness Allowance over and above the basic salary.

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SSC CHSL In-Hand Salary of LDC/JSA

The LDCs/JSAs get fair remuneration for the services rendered by them. Their salaries range from approximately Rs. 33k to Rs. 40k per month. Check the In-Hand Salary calculation for Lower Division Clerk (LDC) and Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) posts in cities X, Y, and Z in the following table:

SSC CHSL Salary 2025 for DEO

Data Entry is one of the most intensive jobs that candidates selected may be appointed to. In today’s digital age, there are high volumes of data that various government departments deal with. The Data Entry Operators are crucial in maintaining the government’s vast database. Their In-Hand salaries are accordingly higher, ranging from Rs. 42,000 to Rs. 51,000.

The detailed calculation for SSC CHSL In-Hand Salary for the post of Data Entry Operator (DEO) is given below:

SSC CHSL Highest Salary 2025

The position of Data Entry Operator (DEO) offers the highest salary under SSC CHSL among all other positions. The pay scale ranges from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100. The basic pay for a Data Entry Operator is Rs. 25,500.

Allowances & Perks for SSC CHSL Posts

The allowance & perks vary according to the post in SSC CHSL. SSC is a reputed government organization that offers a lucrative package for candidates. These allowances are provided over and above the basic pay and make up a significant portion of the net salary of the candidates selected for these posts.

Here is the list of allowances that an SSC CHSL-selected candidate receives upon joining the service:

1. House Rent Allowance (HRA)

   House rent allowance will vary according to the city one is living in. It is classified into 3 categories. HRA shall not be less than Rs. 5400/- pm, Rs. 3600/- pm, and Rs.1800/- pm at X, Y & Z class cities respectively. The HRA given to X, Y & Z categories after and before the 7th Pay Commission is as follows:

   HRA According to the 7th Pay Commission
   Category of Cities	HRA before DA Revision	HRA after DA Revision
   X	24%	30%
   Y	16%	20%
   Z	8%	10%

2. Transport Allowance (TA)
   The transport allowance is given to cater to the daily travelling needs of the employee. The Employees posted in the cities will get Rs 3600 as TA, whereas the Employees posted at all other places will get Rs 1800 as TA.
3. Dearness Allowance (DA)
   The Dearness Allowance is a cost-of-living adjustment allowance and is currently 55% of Basic Pay under the 7th Pay Commission. The Union Cabinet increased the DA to 55% in 2024.
4. LTC (Leave Travel Concession)
   The leave travel concession is the allowance that Central Government employees receive for travel to their hometown or other parts of the country.
5. Other Allowances
   Apart from the mentioned benefits, there is job stability, security, and a peaceful environment to work as an SSC CHSL employee.

SSC CHSL Job Profile

The candidates selected through SSC CHSL will be allotted the post of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), or Data Entry Operator (DEO). The selected candidates are entrusted with a wide range of roles and responsibilities relevant to their job profile. The Job Profiles of each post are given in the following sections.

Job Profile of Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC)

• The LDC in various ministries under the SSC is assigned daily tasks for Paperwork.
• LDCs are the first-level clerks in government organizations.
• They are required to maintain files & data.
• LDC will systematically handle all the paperwork.
• Writing official emails and letters
• Prepare salary slips for the staff

Job Profile of Data Entry Operator

• The work of DEOs is mainly related to typing and data entry.
• DEO will maintain data and make regular entries into the database.
• Candidates must have good knowledge of computers to work daily.
• Preparation of reports on the computer
• Maintain a record of important files and enter details

SSC CHSL Career Growth & Promotion

While applying for SSC CHSL 2025, the first question is whether there are any growth and promotion opportunities in SSC CHSL. Candidates are hereby informed that promotions in SSC CHSL can be availed based on departmental exams. Candidates are eligible for these exams after 5-7 years of work experience. An employee is also eligible for automatic promotion after 8-10 years of service in a particular grade.

The promotion charts are depicted below for both LDC and DEO:

Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) Promotions

During their service period, Lower Division Clerks have the opportunity to advance to officer positions in various government departments. This progression is gradual and includes the following designations: LDC, UDC, Divisional Clerk, Section Officer, and so on. The given flowchart illustrates the order of promotion.

LDC (Lower Divisional Clerk) 
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UDC (Upper Divisional Clerk) 
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Divisional Clerk
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Section Officer

Data Entry Operator (DEO) Promotions

Data Entry is an exclusive domain and is needed in various capacities on multiple levels of governance. After getting selected as a Data Entry Operator (Grade A) can go up to Grade F in the same profile. The higher the level, the job profile becomes more managerial than manual and ensures the validity and integrity of the data entered. This job requires a keen eye for attention to detail. The flowchart below depicts the career progression of Data Entry Operators selected through SSC CHSL.

Data Entry Operator
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Data Entry Operator Grade B
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Data Entry Operator Grade C
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Data Entry Operator Grade F