Data Entry Operator
A post filled through SSC CHSL. Everything below is from the post table and rules of the official notice.
| Departments | Various Ministries/ Departments/ Offices of the Government of India |
|---|---|
| Group | C |
| Pay level (7th CPC) | Level 4: ₹25,500 or Level 5: ₹29,200 entry basic pay a month |
| Age limit | 18-27 years (before relaxation) |
| Skill test | Skill Test (mandatory, no exemption, qualifying): 8,000 key depressions per hour, 15 minutes, English passage of about 2000-2200 key depressions (Part B). For DEO in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, SSC and Ministry of Culture: 15,000 key depressions per hour, 15 minutes, about 3700-4000 key depressions (Part A). Scribe-eligible candidates get 5 extra minutes. |
Other conditions
- 12th Standard pass; for DEO in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, SSC and Ministry of Culture: 12th in Science stream with Mathematics (para 8.1-8.2).
Pay
The entry basic pay is the first cell of the level. In-hand pay adds DA (63% from 01-07-2026), HRA by city and transport allowance, minus deductions.
Prepare for SSC CHSL
Notice explained
Age, education, fee and dates.
Typing / skill test practice
In the exam’s format.
SSC CHSL Tier-I Mock Test 1
Original questions, timer and analysis.
SSC CHSL Tier-I Mock Test 2
Original questions, timer and analysis.
Photo and signature size
With free resizers.
Other posts through SSC CHSL
Source: SSC CHSL 2026 notice, 07.09.2026, Para 1.2; para 5.1; para 8.1-8.2; para 13.9.13.6. Checked 13-11-2026. Job duties are not listed because the notice does not describe them.
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