SSC CGL Exam Preparation
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SSC CGL Overview
Staff Selection Commission – Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL) is a national-level examination consisting of two tiers of Computer Based Tests (Tier 1 and Tier 2). It recruits graduates for Group B and Group C posts in ministries, departments, and organizations of the Government of India.
Key Highlights
- Conducting Body: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
- Age Limit: Generally 18–32 years (varies by post, with relaxations for reserved categories).
- Vacancies: Usually 7,000 – 12,000+ (varies each year)
Key Application
- Fee: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS; exemptions apply for certain categories.
- Application Window: June 9 – July 4, 2025
- Tier 1 Exam: September 12–26
- Tier 2 Exam: Expected in December 2025.
Exam Pattern
Tier 1 (Prelims)
- Objective MCQs
- 100 questions, 200 marks
- Sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension
- Time: 60 minutes
- Marking Scheme: +2 for correct answers, -0.50 for wrong answers, Unattempted Question: 0 marks
Tier 2 (Mains)
- Objective MCQs
- Sections: Quantitative Aptitude (compulsory), English Language & Comprehension (compulsory), Statistics (only for JSO post), General Studies (Finance & Economics – only for AAO post)
- Time: 2 hours for each paper
- Marking Scheme: +3 for correct answers, -1 for wrong answers, Unattempted Question: 0 marks
