SSC CHSL 2025 Expected Questions: Practice MCQs to Ace the Exam
The SSC CHSL 2025 (Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level) exam is a critical stepping stone for aspirants targeting government jobs such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Data Entry Operator (DEO), and Postal Assistant. With the Tier 1 exam anticipated in July-August 2025 (notification expected on May 27, 2025, per the SSC calendar), now is the perfect time to sharpen your skills with practice Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The Tier 1 exam features 100 questions (200 marks, 60 minutes) across four sections—General Intelligence (Reasoning), Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness—with a 0.50-mark penalty for wrong answers. Below is a curated set of 20 expected MCQs based on past trends, updated syllabi, and current affairs as of March 23, 2025, to help you ace the exam.
General Intelligence (Reasoning)
Weightage: 25 Questions | 50 Marks
Q1. If “APPLE” is coded as “CRRNG,” how is “MANGO” coded?
A) OCNJQ
B) OCPJQ
C) OCNKP
D) OCPKP
Answer: B) OCPJQ
Explanation: Each letter in “APPLE” is shifted forward by 2 (A→C, P→R, P→R, L→N, E→G). Apply the same to “MANGO”: M→O, A→C, N→P, G→I, O→Q. Thus, “MANGO” becomes “OCPJQ.”
Q2. Find the missing term: 3, 8, 15, 24, ?
A) 33
B) 35
C) 37
D) 39
Answer: B) 35
Explanation: The pattern is +5, +7, +9, +11 (increasing odd numbers): 3+5=8, 8+7=15, 15+9=24, 24+11=35.
Q3. A is B’s brother, C is B’s mother, D is C’s husband. How is A related to D?
A) Son
B) Nephew
C) Brother
D) Grandson
Answer: A) Son
Explanation: A and B are siblings (A is B’s brother), C is their mother, and D is C’s husband (their father). Thus, A is D’s son.
Q4. Which number does not belong: 4, 9, 16, 25, 28?
A) 4
B) 9
C) 16
D) 28
Answer: D) 28
Explanation: 4, 9, 16, and 25 are perfect squares (2², 3², 4², 5²), but 28 is not (5²=25, 6²=36).
Q5. If the day after tomorrow is Thursday, what day is it today?
A) Tuesday
B) Wednesday
C) Monday
D) Friday
Answer: A) Tuesday
Explanation: Today + 2 days = Thursday, so today is Tuesday (March 23, 2025, is a Sunday, but this is a general logic question).
Quantitative Aptitude
Weightage: 25 Questions | 50 Marks
Q6. If 15% of a number is 30, what is 45% of that number?
A) 60
B) 90
C) 75
D) 45
Answer: B) 90
Explanation: Let the number be x. Then, 15% of x = 30 → 0.15x = 30 → x = 30 / 0.15 = 200. Now, 45% of 200 = 0.45 × 200 = 90.
Q7. A train covers 180 km in 3 hours. What is its speed in km/hr?
A) 50
B) 60
C) 70
D) 80
Answer: B) 60
Explanation: Speed = Distance / Time = 180 km / 3 hr = 60 km/hr.
Q8. If a shopkeeper sells an item for ₹720 after a 20% discount, what was the original price?
A) ₹800
B) ₹850
C) ₹900
D) ₹960
Answer: C) ₹900
Explanation: Let the original price be x. After a 20% discount, selling price = 80% of x. So, 0.8x = 720 → x = 720 / 0.8 = 900.
Q9. Simplify: (3/4) + (5/6) – (2/3)
A) 11/12
B) 7/12
C) 5/12
D) 13/12
Answer: B) 7/12
Explanation: Common denominator is 12: (3/4) = 9/12, (5/6) = 10/12, (2/3) = 8/12. Then, 9/12 + 10/12 – 8/12 = (9 + 10 – 8) / 12 = 11/12.
Q10. The ratio of ages of A and B is 3:5. If A is 15 years old, how old is B?
A) 20
B) 25
C) 30
D) 35
Answer: B) 25
Explanation: Ratio A:B = 3:5. If A = 15 (3 parts), each part = 15 / 3 = 5. Thus, B = 5 parts = 5 × 5 = 25.
English Language
Weightage: 25 Questions | 50 Marks
Q11. Choose the synonym for “Prudent”:
A) Careless
B) Wise
C) Reckless
D) Bold
Answer: B) Wise
Explanation: “Prudent” means cautious and sensible; “Wise” is the closest synonym.
Q12. Fill in the blank: She _ the book on the table yesterday.
A) puts
B) put
C) putting
D) has put
Answer: B) put
Explanation: “Yesterday” indicates past tense, so “put” (past tense of “put”) is correct.
Q13. Spot the error: The boys (A) / plays football (B) / every evening (C) / No error (D).
A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D
Answer: B) B
Explanation: “Boys” is plural, so it should be “play” (not “plays”). Correct sentence: “The boys play football every evening.”
Q14. Choose the correct spelling:
A) Occasion
B) Ocassion
C) Occassion
D) Ocasian
Answer: A) Occasion
Explanation: “Occasion” (an event or time) is the correct spelling.
Q15. Replace the underlined word: He was happy to help his friend.
A) Sad
B) Pleased
C) Angry
D) Upset
Answer: B) Pleased
Explanation: “Pleased” is a synonym for “happy” and fits the context.
General Awareness
Weightage: 25 Questions | 50 Marks
Q16. Which state hosted the Khelo India Youth Games 2025?
A) Haryana
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Gujarat
D) Uttar Pradesh
Answer: (Tentative based on trends; official host TBD as of March 23, 2025. Historically, Tamil Nadu hosted 2024, so assume rotation.) B) Tamil Nadu
Explanation: Khelo India Youth Games rotate states; Tamil Nadu hosted 2024, and repetition or a nearby state like Haryana is plausible for 2025.
Q17. What is the capital of Haryana?
A) Chandigarh
B) Gurugram
C) Faridabad
D) Hisar
Answer: A) Chandigarh
Explanation: Chandigarh serves as the capital of both Haryana and Punjab—a frequent static GK question.
Q18. Who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2024?
A) Nihon Hidankyo
B) Malala Yousafzai
C) Greta Thunberg
D) UN Peacekeepers
Answer: A) Nihon Hidankyo
Explanation: Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese atomic bomb survivors’ group, won the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for anti-nuclear efforts (announced October 2024).
Q19. Which gas is primarily responsible for global warming?
A) Oxygen
B) Nitrogen
C) Carbon Dioxide
D) Hydrogen
Answer: C) Carbon Dioxide
Explanation: Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is the primary greenhouse gas contributing to global warming—a staple science question.
Q20. In which year was the Constitution of India adopted?
A) 1947
B) 1949
C) 1950
D) 1952
Answer: B) 1949
Explanation: The Constitution was adopted on November 26, 1949, and came into effect on January 26, 1950.
Why These Questions?
These MCQs are crafted based on:
- Past Trends: Questions like coding-decoding, percentage calculations, and static GK (e.g., Haryana’s capital) recur frequently in SSC CHSL.
- 2025 Relevance: Current affairs (e.g., 2024 Nobel Prize, Khelo India) reflect updates likely to appear in mid-2025 exams.
- Syllabus Alignment: Covers all four sections per the latest Tier 1 pattern (SSC notification trends).
How to Use This Set to Ace SSC CHSL 2025
- Timed Practice: Solve these 20 questions in 12-15 minutes (aim for 36 seconds per question, mirroring the 60-minute, 100-question exam).
- Analyze Errors: Review explanations to avoid repeating mistakes, especially with the 0.50-mark penalty.
- Expand Practice: Use platforms like Testbook, Adda247, or Unacademy for full-length mocks, supplementing with these expected questions.
- Focus on Trends: Prioritize reasoning (puzzles, series), math (percentages, ratios), English (grammar, vocab), and GK (Haryana-specific, 2024-25 events).
- Revise Weekly: Revisit this set to reinforce memory and speed.
Final Note
With over 32 lakh candidates expected to compete for 3,000-4,000 vacancies (based on 2024’s 3,712 posts), aiming for 150-160+ marks (cutoff typically 130-150 for General) is key. Start practicing these MCQs now, and build a strong foundation to ace SSC CHSL 2025! Want more? Ask me for additional questions or a tailored study plan!