The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced that the window to select your preferred exam date, city, and shift for the **SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Tier 1 Exam 2025** is closing today, **October 28, 2025**. Candidates who applied for this important government job exam must make their choices by **11:00 PM** tonight on the official website, **ssc.gov.in**.
If you have applied for the SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 exam, it is very important to choose your slot before the deadline. If a candidate fails to select their preferred date, city, and shift, the SSC will automatically assign an available slot. Please note that once a slot is assigned, either by your choice or automatically, no changes to the exam city will be allowed later.
What is SSC CHSL?
The SSC CHSL exam is a national-level test conducted by the Staff Selection Commission. It is for selecting eligible candidates for various government posts such as Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant (PA), Sorting Assistant (SA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) in different ministries and departments under the Government of India. This exam is popular among students who have completed their 12th standard and wish to secure a central government job.
How to Select Your Exam Slot
To choose your exam date, city, and shift for the SSC CHSL Tier 1 exam, follow these simple steps:
- Go to the official website: **ssc.gov.in**
- Look for the direct link to the 'Self-Slot Selection' for SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1. You may need to log in to your candidate account.
- Enter your registration number and password to log in.
- Once logged in, find the option to select your exam city, date, and shift.
- Choose your most preferred options from the available list.
- Review your selections carefully and then confirm them.
- Save or print the confirmation page for your records.
The direct link to log in and make your slot selection is **https://ssc.gov.in/login**.
Important Dates to Remember
Here are the key dates related to the SSC CHSL 2025 Tier 1 exam:
- **Slot Selection Last Date:** Today, **October 28, 2025** (till 11:00 PM)
- **Exam City Intimation Slip Release:** **November 3, 2025**
- **SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam Begins:** **November 12, 2025**
- **Admit Card Release:** 3 to 4 days before your assigned exam date
Understanding Your Exam Schedule
The **Exam City Intimation Slip**, which will be released on **November 3, 2025**, will inform you about the city where your exam centre is located, along with your exact exam date and shift timing. This slip helps you plan your travel to the exam city in advance.
The official **Admit Card** will be available for download about 3 to 4 days before your specific exam date. This admit card is very important as it will contain the full details of your exam centre (exact address), along with your reporting time. You must carry your admit card to the examination hall.
SSC CHSL Exam Shift Timings 2025
Candidates should also be aware of the shift timings for the Tier 1 exam. These timings help you prepare for the exam day, especially knowing your reporting time.
| Shifts | Shift Timing | Reporting Time |
| Shift 1 | 9.00 AM - 10.00 AM | 7.45 AM |
| Shift 2 | 11.45 AM - 12.45 PM | 10.30 AM |
| Shift 3 | 2.30 PM - 3.30 PM | 1.15 PM |
| Shift 4 | 5.15 PM - 6.15 PM | 4.00 PM |
Make sure to complete your slot selection today to avoid any automatic allocation. Check the official SSC website for the latest updates and to download your slips and admit card on time.
