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  • Basic Pay: Starts at ₹19,900 (LDC/JSA) and goes up to ₹92,300 (DEO), varying by post and pay level.
  • In-Hand Salary: Around ₹24,175 in ‘Z’ class cities and ₹29,051 in ‘X’ class cities.
  • Perks & Allowances: Includes DA, HRA, TA, and other benefits as per 7th Pay Commission norms.

SSC CHSL Salary

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) offers a good salary package for posts such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Postal Assistant (PA), Sorting Assistant (SA), and Data Entry Operator (DEO) in various government departments. As per the 7th Pay Commission, the starting basic pay for the entry-level posts is ₹19,900/-. The total in-hand salary starts from ₹24,175. Along with a good in-hand salary, you can expect some other benefits such as perks, allowances, good career growth or promotion, and much more. If you are an SSC CHSL aspirant, then you must be familiar with all these details. Let’s explore the detailed SSC CHSL Salary 2025, including the pay structure, allowances, job profile, and promotion hierarchy below.

SSC CHSL Salary 2025: Basic Pay

The 7th Pay Commission governs SSC CHSL Salary. The salary structure for SSC CHSL varies significantly based on the specific post the candidate is recruited for. Below, we have provided detailed basic pay as per the posts, which range from starting to maximum pay.

Post

Pay Scale Range (₹)

Starting Basic Pay (₹)

Maximum Basic Pay (₹)

Lower Divisional Clerk (LDC) / JSA

₹19,900 – 63,200

19,900

63,200

Postal Assistant (PA) / Sorting Assistant (SA)

₹25,500 – 81,100

25,500

81,100

Data Entry Operator (DEO): Pay Level-4

₹25,500 – 81,100

25,500

81,100

Data Entry Operator (DEO): Pay Level-5

₹29,200 – 92,300

29,200

92,300

DEO (Grade A)

₹25,500 – 81,100

25,500

81,100

SSC CHSL Salary Structure

SSC CHSL salary varies based on the posts and city of posting ('X', 'Y', or 'Z' class cities), mainly due to varying House Rent Allowance (HRA) rates. Here, we have provided a detailed salary structure for SSC CHSL, which includes basic pay, DA, HRA, Travel Allowance, Gross Salary, and other important things. If you are an SSC CHSL aspirant, then you must check all these details.

Particular

City X (High HRA)

City Y (Mid HRA)

City Z (Low HRA)

Basic Pay

₹19,900

₹19,900

₹19,900

DA (Current @ 17%)

₹3,383

₹3,383

₹3,383

HRA (24%/16%/8%)

₹4,776

₹3,184

₹1,592

Travel Allowance (TA)

₹3,600

₹1,800

₹1,800

Gross Salary (Approx.)

₹31,659

₹28,267

₹26,675

Total Deductions (Approx.)

₹2,508

₹2,508

₹2,508

Total In-Hand Salary

₹29,159

₹25,767

₹24,175

Note on Deductions: Deductions typically include contributions towards the National Pension System (NPS) and other statutory schemes like CGEGIS and CGHS.

SSC CHSL Salary Slip

Here, we have provided an image of a real salary slip of SSC CHSL. Have a look at it and check what components they have included in it.

SSC CHSL Job Profile

The roles under CHSL are primarily clerical and administrative, demanding organization and efficiency.

Post

Core Responsibilities

Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / JSA

Handling general clerical tasks, document management, correspondence, and assisting senior staff.

Postal Assistant (PA) / Sorting Assistant (SA)

Managing mail distribution, handling customer inquiries, and maintaining postal records.

Data Entry Operator (DEO)

Systematically maintaining and entering large volumes of data into government databases using computers (MS Office proficiency is key).

SSC CHSL Career Growth & Promotion Path

The career trajectory in these roles is structured, with regular opportunities for advancement based on seniority and performance.

Stage

Promotion Path

Key Milestones

Entry Level

LDC/JSA/DEO (Pay Level-4/5)

Initial Posting

Mid-Level

Senior Assistant / Head Clerk

Based on departmental exams/seniority

Higher Level

Section Officer (SO) / Equivalent

Requires further qualification and significant service

SSC CHSL Allowances and Perks

Besides your starting pay, a big reason people choose SSC CHSL jobs (like LDC, PA, DEO) is the great benefits package from the government (7th Pay Commission). These perks significantly boost the final monthly earnings and ensure financial stability. Below, we have mentioned some perks and allowances that you can expect:

  • Dearness Allowance (DA)
  • House Rent Allowance (HRA)
  • Transport Allowance (TA)
  • Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
  • Other Special/Medical Allowances

House Rent Allowance

HRA is money the government gives you for rent. This allowance depends on where you are living. 

City Type

Old Rate

New Rate (After 7th Pay Commission)

City X (Big Metros)

30%

24% of your Basic Pay

City Y (Medium Cities)

20%

16% of your Basic Pay

City Z (Other Places)

10%

8% of your Basic Pay

Travel Allowance

You get a fixed amount each month for your commute:

  • If you work in a big city (City X), you get ₹3,600.
  • If you work in any other city (City Y or Z), you get ₹1,800.

Dearness Allowance

DA is added to your salary so that inflation doesn't reduce your buying power. As per the latest norms applicable to the SSC CHSL Salary structure under the 7th Pay Commission, the DA is 17% of your Basic Pay.

Leave Travel Concession (LTC) and Other Benefits

  • LTC: You can get money back for travel tickets when you take leave to go to your hometown or travel elsewhere.
  • Security: These government jobs offer great job security and a stable, quiet work environment.

Other Benefits

In addition to the above, SSC CHSL employees enjoy several other advantages, such as:

  • Job stability and pension benefits under NPS
  • Medical facilities for employees and dependents
  • Paid leaves and holidays
  • A healthy work environment with excellent career growth opportunities

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