SSC CGL Exam Track
SSC CGL
SSC CGL recruits for multiple Group B and Group C central government posts. TestVista focuses on helping candidates improve after each mock through analysis and targeted practice.
Based on the current SSC exam structure. Candidates should also refer to the latest official SSC notification.
Key highlights
SSC CGL Tier-I Exam Pattern
| Section / Paper | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 60 minutes (total exam duration) |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | Included in total duration |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | Included in total duration |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | Included in total duration |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 60 minutes |
Negative marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
SSC CGL Tier-II Exam Pattern
| Section / Paper | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (Compulsory): Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | Part of Paper-I session |
| Paper-I (Compulsory): Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | Part of Paper-I session |
| Paper-I (Compulsory): English Language and Comprehension | 45 | 135 | Part of Paper-I session |
| Paper-I (Compulsory): General Awareness | 25 | 75 | Part of Paper-I session |
| Paper-I (Compulsory): Computer Knowledge Test | 20 | 60 | Part of Paper-I session |
| Paper-I (Compulsory): DEST | Qualifying | Qualifying | 15 minutes (as notified) |
| Paper-II (Statistics): JSO/Statistical Investigator posts | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper-III (General Studies - Finance & Economics): relevant posts | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
Negative marking: 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I, Section-II and Module-I of Section-III in Paper-I; 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-II. DEST is qualifying.
Syllabus highlights
- Quantitative Aptitude: arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration, trigonometry, data interpretation.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: analogy, classification, coding-decoding, syllogism, puzzles, non-verbal reasoning.
- English Language & Comprehension: grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, sentence correction.
- General Awareness: current affairs, history, polity, geography, economy, science.
- Tier-II Paper-I also includes Computer Knowledge and qualifying Data Entry Speed Test module.
- Post-specific Tier-II Papers: Statistics / Finance & Economics (as applicable).
Why mock tests matter for SSC CGL
- CGL requires section balancing under strict timing pressure.
- Post-test analysis helps identify weak sections before Tier-II.
- Targeted revision after each mock improves both accuracy and speed.
Explore more in SSC CGL
Ready to start SSC CGL mock practice?
TestVista is currently in Free Beta. Premium features are included during beta, and pricing will be announced later.