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Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is one of the most well-known government recruitment organisations in India, which organises tests to select applicants for a range of positions in ministries and central government departments. Many terms, acronyms and technical phrases that are necessary to comprehend for efficient preparation are frequently encountered by candidates preparing for the SSC exams.

Every applicant should be aware of the various formats, qualifying requirements and stages of these tests, which range from SSC CHSL and CGL to MTS and JE. Candidates who are familiar with these terms are better able to understand notifications, application forms, syllabuses and exam patterns. Understanding these important terms helps students while preparing study plans and helps in stay ahead of the game in their preparation. 

List Of Important Terms For SSC Exams

Here is a comprehensive list of important SSC-related terms, their full forms, and meanings to help aspirants excel in their journey.

Term Full Form Meaning
SSC Staff Selection Commission Central agency conducting recruitment exams for various government posts
CHSL Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam for recruiting candidates for posts like LDC, DEO, and Postal Assistant
CGL Combined Graduate Level Exam for graduate candidates for posts in ministries and departments
MTS Multi-Tasking Staff Recruitment for general non-technical positions in government offices
JE Junior Engineer Exam for hiring engineers in various government departments
LC Lower Category Refers to posts under lower-grade recruitment exams like CHSL
DEO Data Entry Operator Post involving data management and office-related tasks
LDC Lower Division Clerk Clerical post under CHSL exams for document and office work
PA Postal Assistant Staff managing postal operations, recruited through CHSL
SA Sorting Assistant Postal department staff for sorting letters and packages
GD General Duty A designation for basic government tasks under the SSC recruitment
SSC Tier-1 — The first stage of the SSC CGL/CHSL exams usually oinvolves bjective multiple-choice questions
SSC Tier-2 — Second stage, usually a descriptive or higher-level objective test
Tier-3 — Often, a descriptive paper or skill test for specific posts
Tier-4 — Skill test or computer proficiency test (CPT) for certain posts
CPT Computer Proficiency Test Tests computer skills for clerical positions
DEST Data Entry Speed Test Test for speed and accuracy in data entry jobs
DV Document Verification Verification of original documents after clearing exams
SSC Notification — Official announcement regarding exam dates, eligibility, and application process
SSC Cut-Off — Minimum marks required to qualify for the next stage or final selection
SSC Syllabus — Detailed list of subjects and topics covered in the exam
SSC Exam Pattern — Structure of the exam, including sections, marks, and time duration
SSC Admit Card — An entry pass is required to appear for the SSC exams
SSC Result — Official announcement of candidates’ scores and qualifying status
SSC Merit List — List of candidates selected based on performance in exams



Cracking the SSC exam opens doors to government jobs! Understanding key terms like CHSL, CGL, MTS, syllabus, and eligibility helps candidates prepare effectively. Familiarise yourself with exam patterns, cut-off marks, and selection processes to boost your chances of success. Stay updated and focused to achieve your SSC goals and secure a government job.

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