SSC CGL Syllabus & Exam Pattern (Tier 1)
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Tier 1 is a 60-minute online test of 100 questions and 200 marks across four sections, with negative marking.
At a glance
| Organisation | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
|---|---|
| Status | Current |
| Questions | 100 (25 per section) |
| Marks | 200 |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Negative marking | 0.50 per wrong answer |
| Sections | Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English |
Details
Tier 1 has four sections of 25 questions each: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension. Each question carries 2 marks and a wrong answer costs 0.50.
Quantitative Aptitude covers arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration, trigonometry and data interpretation. English covers grammar, vocabulary and comprehension. Tier 2 adds longer papers and a statistics paper for some posts. Check the current notice for any change.
How to use this
- List the topics under each section.
- Take a timed mock every week.
- Review mistakes by topic.
Books for this exam
Choose a book for the topics you need to strengthen. Buying a book is optional; you can continue using our free practice resources.
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7300+ Chapter-wise Objective Maths
By Rakesh Yadav
A commonly used reference for Quantitative aptitude. Check it against your syllabus and the editions your institution prescribes before buying.
Find on Amazon ↗Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations
By R. S. Aggarwal
An option for chapter-based arithmetic practice. Pair selected exercises with timed previous-year papers for your exam.
Find on Amazon ↗A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning
By R. S. Aggarwal
A commonly used reference for Reasoning. Check it against your syllabus and the editions your institution prescribes before buying.
Find on Amazon ↗Objective General English
By S. P. Bakshi
An option for revising grammar and vocabulary. Use your practice-test errors to choose the chapters to study next.
Find on Amazon ↗Lucent's General Knowledge
By Lucent
A commonly used reference for General knowledge. Check it against your syllabus and the editions your institution prescribes before buying.
Find on Amazon ↗Kiran SSC CGL previous-year solved papers
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This post is a plain-language summary prepared by Pratiyogita Kosh from public information. We are not the conducting body. Please verify all dates, eligibility and fees on the official website before you apply.