SSC CGL exam pattern
SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination · एसएससी संयुक्त स्नातक स्तरीय परीक्षा
SSC CGL is conducted in 3 stages: Tier 1, Tier 2 (Paper I), Tier 2 (Paper II – Statistics). Tier 1 has 100 questions for 200 marks in 60 minutes, with negative marking of 0.50 marks per wrong answer.
Tier 1
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
Tier 1 is qualifying-cum-screening: its marks are not added to the final merit.
Tier 2 (Paper I)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 |
| Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 |
| English Language and Comprehension | 45 | 135 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 |
| Computer Knowledge (qualifying) | 20 | 60 |
| Data Entry Speed Test (qualifying, 15 min) | — | — |
Paper I is compulsory for all posts. Computer Knowledge and DEST are qualifying in nature.
Tier 2 (Paper II – Statistics)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Statistics | 100 | 200 |
Only for candidates who apply for Junior Statistical Officer or Statistical Investigator Grade II.
Final merit is based on Tier 2 marks (Paper I, plus Paper II for statistical posts).
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