SSC CHSL Salary 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) for recruitment to various Group C posts such as Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Data Entry Operator (DEO). This year a total of 2536 vacancies would be filled across central government departments. The salary varies according to the post and pay level. Candidates selected for the LDC/JSA posts are placed under Pay Level 2 while those in DEO posts are placed under Pay Levels 4 and 5.
In this article we have provided you with detailed information related to SSC CHSL salary, pay scale, in hand salary, allowances, benefits, job profile and career growth.
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SSC CHSL Salary 2026: Pay Scale and Basic Pay
The highest starting basic pay in SSC CHSL is Rs 29,200 which is applicable to DEO posts under Pay Level 5. The actual monthly salary received by an employee depends on the post, place of posting, allowances and deductions. Candidates can check the post-wise SSC CHSL salary and pay scale below-
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Post
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Pay Level
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Pay Scale
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LDC/JSA
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Level 2
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Rs 19,900 to Rs 63,200
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DEO
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Level 4
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Rs 25,500 to Rs 81,100
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DEO
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Level 5
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Rs 29,200 to Rs 92,300
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DEO Grade A
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Level 4
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Rs 25,500 to Rs 81,100
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SSC CHSL In-Hand Salary 2026
The SSC CHSL in-hand salary varies according to the post, posting location, allowances and deductions such as NPS. The estimated monthly salary at the beginning of service is given below-
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Post
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Pay Level
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Starting Basic Pay
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Estimated In-Hand Salary
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LDC/JSA
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Level 2
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Rs 19,900
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Rs 33,000 to Rs 36,500
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DEO
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Level 4
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Rs 25,500
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Rs 42,000 to Rs 50,000
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DEO Grade A/DEO
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Level 5
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Rs 29,200
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Rs 48,000 to Rs 56,500
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SSC CHSL Salary After 5 Years
The salary of an SSC CHSL employee increases with annual increments. After five years of service the basic pay can reach higher depending upon the posts. The estimated in hand salary depends on posting, allowances and deductions. Check SSC CHSL estimated salary after 5 years in the table below.
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Post
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Estimated In-Hand Salary After 5 Years
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LDC/JSA
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Rs 38,000 to Rs 42,000 per month
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DEO (Level 4)
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Rs 48,000 to Rs 54,000 per month
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DEO (Level 5)
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Rs 54,000 to Rs 61,000 per month
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SSC CHSL Salary After 10 Years
After around 10 years of service the basic pay is higher for different posts. The actual amount depends on allowances, posting location and applicable deductions. Check SSC CHSL estimated salary after 10 years in the table below
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Post
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Estimated In-Hand Salary After 10 Years
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LDC/JSA
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Rs 44,000 to Rs 50,000 per month
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DEO (Level 4)
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Rs 55,000 to Rs 65,000 per month
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DEO (Level 5)
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Rs 62,000 to Rs 73,000 per month
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SSC CHSL Salary After 8th Pay Commission
The SSC CHSL salary is expected to increase after the implementation of the 8th Central Pay Commission. The government is currently examining matters related to the salaries, allowances and service conditions of Central Government employees. However the final fitment factor and revised pay structure have not been announced yet. The revised salary will be known only after the government takes a decision on the Commission recommendations.
SSC CHSL Career Growth and Promotion
SSC CHSL provides opportunities for career growth through promotions and departmental rules. Salary increased with regular increments as well as promotion to higher level posts.
Key factors affecting career growth include
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Annual increments
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Departmental promotion opportunities
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Higher pay level after promotion
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Changes in DA and other allowances
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Service Duration and departmental rules
Overall SSC CHSL offers a rewarding and stable Central Government career with a structured pay scale and opportunities for salary growth over time.