SSC CGL 2026

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📘 SSC CGL Exam: Complete Guide

Understand the two‑tier selection process, syllabus, and preparation strategy for SSC CGL 2026.

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Tier I: Preliminary Exam (Qualifying)

60 minutes | 200 marks

📋 Exam Pattern

  • General Intelligence & Reasoning: 25 questions (50 marks)
  • General Awareness: 25 questions (50 marks)
  • Quantitative Aptitude: 25 questions (50 marks)
  • English Comprehension: 25 questions (50 marks)
  • Total: 100 questions, 60 minutes
  • Negative marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer

🎯 Key Topics

  • Analogy, Classification, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
  • Current Affairs (6 months), History, Polity, Geography, Economics
  • Simplification, Percentage, Profit/Loss, Ratio, DI, Algebra, Geometry
  • Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Spotting
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Tier II: Mains Exam (Merit Deciding)

3 papers | 390 marks (Paper I) + others

📋 Paper I (Compulsory for all)

  • Sections: Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning & General Intelligence, English Language & Comprehension, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge
  • Total questions: 150 (approx.), 390 marks
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (separate time for each module?) – Actually SSC CGL Tier-II is conducted in two sessions; Paper I is one session.
  • Negative marking: 1 mark per wrong answer

📋 Paper II (for JSO posts)

  • Statistics – 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours
  • Negative marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer

📋 Paper III (for AAO posts)

  • General Studies (Finance & Economics) – 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours
  • Negative marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer

📚 Detailed Syllabus for SSC CGL

Quantitative Aptitude

  • Number System, LCM & HCF, Decimals & Fractions
  • Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss
  • Simple & Compound Interest, Discount, Partnership
  • Time & Work, Pipes & Cisterns, Time & Distance
  • Mensuration (2D & 3D), Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry
  • Data Interpretation (Bar, Line, Pie, Table)

Reasoning & General Intelligence

  • Analogies, Classification, Series, Coding-Decoding
  • Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Venn Diagrams
  • Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Statement-Conclusion
  • Non-Verbal Reasoning (Mirror/Water Image, Paper Cutting)

General Awareness

  • History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern), Indian Polity
  • Geography (Physical, Indian, World), Economics (Basic)
  • General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology – 10th level)
  • Current Affairs (last 6 months), Sports, Awards, Books & Authors

English Comprehension

  • Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles
  • Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement, Fill in the Blanks
  • Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect Narration
  • Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word Substitution, Idioms/Phrases)

Computer Knowledge (Tier-II Paper I)

  • Computer Basics, Hardware, Software, Memory
  • Operating Systems, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Internet, Networking, Security, DBMS

Statistics (Paper II – for JSO)

  • Collection, Classification & Presentation of Data
  • Measures of Central Tendency, Dispersion, Correlation & Regression
  • Probability, Sampling Theory, Index Numbers

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (SSC CGL)

What is the age limit for SSC CGL?

Minimum 18 years, maximum 32 years (varies by post). Age relaxation applies for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwD (10 years), and others as per government norms.

How many attempts are allowed for SSC CGL?

General category: unlimited attempts until age limit. No attempt limit, only age limit applies.

Is the SSC CGL Tier-II exam fully computer-based?

Yes, both Tier I and Tier II are computer-based tests (CBT). Tier II also includes a separate module for the descriptive paper (for some posts).

What is the salary of SSC CGL officer?

SSC CGL posts range from Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) to Level 8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100). Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) gets Level 8 plus allowances (gross ~ ₹75,000+).

How many months are required for SSC CGL preparation?

With 4-6 months of dedicated study (3-4 hours daily) and regular mock tests, you can crack SSC CGL. MyTestExam provides a 120-day study plan.

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