# SSC CHSL Previous Year Cutoff: Tier-I 2024 and 2025

> SSC CHSL previous year cutoff for Tier-I 2024 and 2025: category-wise marks for LDC/JSA and DEO, shortlist counts and the change between years.

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## In short

- The UR cutoff for LDC/JSA was 157.36 in 2024 and 144.26 in 2025.
- SSC fixes separate cutoffs for LDC/JSA and two DEO groups.
- Every category cutoff fell from 2024 to 2025 for LDC/JSA.
- A score above the cutoff is the target, not the minimum qualifying mark.


The SSC CHSL previous year cutoff shows how many normalized Tier-I marks a candidate needed to reach Tier-II. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) published the 2024 figures on 6 September 2024. It published the 2025 figures on 27 February 2026. Read the [SSC CHSL 2026 guide](/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/) for the overview, and the [selection process](/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/selection-process/) to see how Tier-I fits in.

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SSC lists the 2025 numbers in its [official Tier-I result write-up](https://ssc.gov.in/api/attachment/uploads/masterData/Results/writeup_27022026.pdf).
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## What was the SSC CHSL previous year cutoff for LDC/JSA?

SSC held Tier-I of CHSL 2024 from 1 July 2024 to 11 July 2024. It held Tier-I of CHSL 2025 from 12 November 2025 to 30 November 2025. The table shows the cutoff for LDC/JSA and the change between the two years.

| Category | 2024 cutoff | 2025 cutoff | Change |
| -------- | ----------- | ----------- | ------ |
| UR       | 157.36      | 144.26      | -13.10 |
| OBC      | 156.62      | 143.83      | -12.79 |
| EWS      | 150.52      | 141.42      | -9.09  |
| SC       | 139.68      | 125.40      | -14.28 |
| ST       | 129.45      | 115.25      | -14.19 |
| ESM      | 78.23       | 68.26       | -9.97  |

The cutoff for every category was lower in 2025. The UR cutoff fell by about **13 marks**. The UR and OBC cutoffs stayed close to each other in both years.

Other category cutoffs for LDC/JSA in 2025 were OH 112.15, HH 75.39, VH 82.73 and PwBD-Others 55.33. In 2024 they were OH 124.70, HH 81.07, VH 123.79 and PwBD-Others 72.54.

## How many candidates did SSC shortlist for Tier-II?

| Category          | 2024   | 2025   |
| ----------------- | ------ | ------ |
| UR                | 6,362  | 5,070  |
| SC                | 7,003  | 7,098  |
| ST                | 2,950  | 3,210  |
| OBC               | 10,887 | 11,051 |
| EWS               | 6,656  | 5,550  |
| Total for LDC/JSA | 39,835 | 37,520 |

Many more candidates scored at or above the UR cutoff. SSC lists them in addition to the UR number. In 2025, for example, 9,007 OBC candidates and 4,466 EWS candidates qualified at the UR cutoff of LDC/JSA.

## What were the DEO cutoffs?

SSC fixed separate cutoffs for DEO posts. In 2024, SSC used one DEO and DEO Grade 'A' list. In 2025, it used two lists.

| Category | 2024 DEO list | 2025 DEO, Science with Mathematics | 2025 DEO, other posts |
| -------- | ------------- | ---------------------------------- | --------------------- |
| UR       | 176.27        | 169.54                             | 165.27                |
| OBC      | 176.27        | 169.50                             | 165.27                |
| EWS      | 176.27        | 169.54                             | 163.77                |
| SC       | 166.68        | 157.72                             | 158.63                |
| ST       | 165.08        | 152.79                             | 150.43                |
| ESM      | 133.94        | 128.53                             | 112.53                |

SSC shortlisted 1,630 candidates for DEO posts in 2024. In 2025, it shortlisted 614 for the Science with Mathematics list and 1,767 for the other list.

## How can a candidate read a cutoff?

- A cutoff is a **normalized** score. It can differ from the raw score.
- The cutoff changes each year with the paper and the number of candidates.
- The cutoff only shortlists a candidate for Tier-II. The merit list uses Tier-II marks.
- A candidate must also reach the minimum qualifying marks of 30% for UR, 25% for OBC and EWS, and 20% for others.

See the [exam pattern](/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/exam-pattern/) to turn these marks into a number of correct answers. The [preparation strategy page](/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/preparation-strategy/) shows how.

## What is the next step?

Check the [exam date](/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/exam-date/) and plan your remaining days.


## Frequently asked questions

### What was the SSC CHSL Tier-I cutoff for UR in 2025?

For LDC/JSA, the UR cutoff was 144.25858 normalized marks. SSC shortlisted 5,070 UR candidates at that mark. SSC published it in the Tier-I result write-up dated 27 February 2026.

### What was the SSC CHSL Tier-I cutoff for UR in 2024?

For LDC/JSA, the UR cutoff was 157.36168 normalized marks. SSC shortlisted 6,362 UR candidates at that mark. SSC published it in the Tier-I result write-up dated 6 September 2024.

### Is the cutoff the same as the minimum qualifying mark?

No. The minimum qualifying mark is 30% for UR, 25% for OBC and EWS, and 20% for others. The cutoff is the score that SSC needed to fill the Tier-II shortlist, and it is much higher.

### Why do DEO cutoffs differ from LDC/JSA cutoffs?

SSC fixes separate category-wise cutoffs for three post groups. The DEO groups had fewer candidates and higher cutoffs in 2024 and 2025. The notice allows this under Para 17.3.

### Does SSC use normalized marks for the cutoff?

Yes. When SSC holds Tier-I in many shifts, it normalizes the marks by its published method. SSC uses the normalized scores for the cutoff. SSC explained the method in a notice dated 2 June 2025.

## More in this guide

- [SSC CHSL 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/): SSC CHSL 2026 guide with 2,536 tentative vacancies, Tier-I from 30 November 2026, age limit, fee, exam pattern, syllabus and past cutoffs.
- [Notification](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/notification/): SSC CHSL notification 2026 lists about 2,536 tentative vacancies, pay levels for LDC, JSA and DEO posts, fee, key dates and Tier-I schedule.
- [Eligibility](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/eligibility/): SSC CHSL 2026 eligibility: age 18 to 27 on 1 August 2026, age relaxation table, 12th pass rule, DEO maths rule and nationality conditions.
- [How to apply](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/how-to-apply/): SSC CHSL 2026 apply online steps: OTR, live photo, signature size, ₹100 fee, centre choice, correction charges and the closed dates.
- [Selection process](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/selection-process/): SSC CHSL 2026 selection process: Tier-I, Tier-II, skill or typing test, qualifying marks, merit list, post preference and document verification.
- [Exam pattern](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/exam-pattern/): SSC CHSL 2026 exam pattern: Tier-I has 100 questions and 200 marks, Tier-II has sectional timers, plus skill test, typing test and negative marking.
- [Syllabus](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/syllabus/): SSC CHSL 2026 syllabus from the official notice: English, general intelligence, quantitative aptitude, general awareness and computer topics.
- [Exam date](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/exam-date/): SSC CHSL exam date 2026: Tier-I is proposed for 30 November to 31 December 2026. See how SSC shares exam city and admission certificate dates.
- [Admit card](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/admit-card/): SSC CHSL admit card 2026 guide: when SSC issues the admission certificate, valid photo ID list, photo rules, Aadhaar check and items to carry.
- [Preparation strategy](https://bunkpoint.com/article/ssc/ssc-chsl-2026/preparation-strategy/): SSC CHSL 2026 preparation strategy built from the exam pattern, syllabus and 2024-2025 cutoffs: timer drills, scoring math and typing practice.