Table of Contents
Introduction
Why SSC CHSL Tier 1 Practice Questions Matter
Question Pattern & Approach Strategy
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Important Topics (Subject-wise)
25 Important Practice Questions (Original)
Summary Notes
FAQs
Introduction

SSC CHSL Tier 1 is one of the most popular government job exams for 12th-pass candidates in India. With lakhs of aspirants competing, solving important practice questions is the fastest way to boost accuracy and strengthen exam readiness.
This blog presents a free SSC CHSL Tier 1 Important Questions Practice Set, carefully designed to reflect the difficulty level, pattern and structure of the actual exam. These questions cover all major subjects including General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness, helping you build exam-focused problem-solving skills.
This practice set also includes explanations so that aspirants learn the concept behind each answer.
Why SSC CHSL Tier 1 Practice Questions Matter
Practice questions help you:
Understand the actual exam pattern
Improve accuracy and speed
Learn how questions are framed
Identify personal weak areas
Build time management skills
Boost confidence for Tier 1
The more you practise, the smoother your exam experience becomes.
Question Pattern & Approach Strategy
SSC CHSL Tier 1 consists of the following sections:
Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
English Language | 25 | 50 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
Total | 100 | 200 |
Approach Strategy
Start with reasoning to build momentum
Move to English for quick scoring
Attempt Quant with a calm mind
End with General Awareness
This sequence helps maintain confidence throughout the exam.
SSC CHSL Tier 1 Important Topics (Subject-wise)
1. General Intelligence
Analogy
Classification
Coding-Decoding
Matrix questions
Number series
Order & Ranking
Mirror image and water image
Embedded figures
2. Quantitative Aptitude
Percentage
Profit & Loss
Time & Work
Time & Distance
Ratio & Proportion
Simple Interest & Compound Interest
Simplification
Algebraic fundamentals
Mensuration (2D & 3D)
3. English Language
Synonyms & Antonyms
Cloze Test
One-word substitution
Spotting the error
Active-Passive
Direct-Indirect
Idioms & Phrases
Para jumble
4. General Awareness
History
Polity
Geography
Economy
Biology, Chemistry, Physics basics
Sports
Current Affairs (last 6–12 months)
25 SSC CHSL Tier 1 Important Practice Questions
1. Which of the following is the synonym of “Rapid”?
A) Slow
B) Quick
C) Steady
D) Weak
Answer: B
2. 25 percent of 480 is:
A) 100
B) 110
C) 120
D) 140
Answer: C
3. Who is known as the “Father of the Indian Constitution”?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
C) Rajendra Prasad
D) Sardar Patel
Answer: B
4. If A = 1, B = 3, C = 5, then “F” stands for:
A) 8
B) 10
C) 12
D) 14
Answer: B
5. Find the missing term: 3, 6, 12, 24, ?
A) 36
B) 48
C) 60
D) 72
Answer: B
6. Which part of the computer is also known as the “brain”?
A) CPU
B) RAM
C) Hard Disk
D) Mouse
Answer: A
7. If SP = 600, Profit = 20 percent, find CP.
A) 400
B) 450
C) 500
D) 550
Answer: C
8. Which gas is used in the process of photosynthesis?
A) Oxygen
B) Nitrogen
C) Carbon dioxide
D) Hydrogen
Answer: C
9. Choose the correctly spelled word:
A) Enviroment
B) Environment
C) Enviranment
D) Enviornment
Answer: B
10. Simplify: 15 × 4 ÷ 3 + 8
A) 28
B) 36
C) 20
D) 16
Answer: A
11. Who discovered gravity?
A) Edison
B) Einstein
C) Newton
D) Galileo
Answer: C
12. The perimeter of a square whose side is 9 cm is:
A) 27
B) 36
C) 45
D) 50
Answer: B
13. Antonym of “Vacant”:
A) Empty
B) Full
C) Clean
D) Wide
Answer: B
14. Which of these is a primary memory?
A) RAM
B) Hard Disk
C) SSD
D) Pen Drive
Answer: A
15. Largest gland in the human body:
A) Pancreas
B) Liver
C) Thyroid
D) Pituitary
Answer: B
16. 72 ÷ 8 × 3 =
A) 18
B) 24
C) 27
D) 36
Answer: C
17. “UNO” was formed in which year?
A) 1919
B) 1925
C) 1945
D) 1950
Answer: C
18. Which of these is an example of a conjunction?
A) Quickly
B) Beautiful
C) And
D) Truth
Answer: C
19. A trader gains 15 percent on selling an item for 230. Find CP.
A) 180
B) 190
C) 200
D) 210
Answer: C
20. Blood is purified in the:
A) Heart
B) Lungs
C) Kidney
D) Liver
Answer: C
21. Which river is known as the “Dakshin Ganga”?
A) Narmada
B) Kaveri
C) Godavari
D) Krishna
Answer: C
22. Idiom: “Break the ice” means:
A) To start a quarrel
B) To begin conversation
C) To stop talking
D) To disagree
Answer: B
23. HCF of 18 and 24 is:
A) 3
B) 4
C) 6
D) 12
Answer: C
24. Who was the first President of India?
A) Rajendra Prasad
B) Radhakrishnan
C) Zakir Hussain
D) V.V. Giri
Answer: A
25. Simplify: (45 ÷ 5) + (18 ÷ 3)
A) 15
B) 16
C) 17
D) 18
Answer: A
Summary Notes
CHSL Tier 1 requires speed + accuracy
Practice sets make preparation stronger
Focus on repeated topics in Reasoning, English, Quant and GK
Learn formulas, revise basics, and attempt daily practice sets
Solving 25–50 questions daily ensures strong improvement
FAQs
1. How many questions should I solve daily for CHSL Tier 1?
At least 50–80 mixed questions.
2. What is the most scoring subject?
Reasoning & English are the fastest scoring.
3. Is this practice set helpful for Tier 2 also?
Yes, it strengthens fundamentals and accuracy.
4. How can I improve my speed in Quant?
Practise mental maths and learn shortcuts.
5. Do these questions match SSC difficulty?
Yes, all questions follow the SSC CHSL Tier 1 pattern.
