Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Candidates must be either: A citizen of India, or A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanent settlement, or A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanent settlement in India.
- Maximum age:The age requirement is 18 years old.For various positions and classifications, there are varied age restrictions. Typically, the top age restriction is between 27 and 32 years old. However, candidates from restricted groups are given age relaxations in accordance with government regulations.
- Educational Background:Candidates for the positions of assistant audit officer and assistant accounts officer must hold a bachelor's degree from a reputable u...
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Syllabus
- SSC-CGL ENTRANCE EXAM SYLLABUS
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English Language and Comprehension
- Statistics
- General Intelligence & Reasoning:
- In the Tier-I Computer-Based Examination, candidates are evaluated on various cognitive skills. The General Intelligence and Reasoning section covers concepts like analogies, classification, coding-decoding, puzzles, blood relations, directions and distances, series, and non-verbal reasoning. The General Awareness segment encompasses current affairs, history, geography, polity, economics, science and technology, and static general knowledge. Quantitative Aptitude assesses skills in number systems, simplification, percentages, ratios and proportions, averages, time and work, time-speed-distance relationships, profit and loss, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and data interpretation. Additionally, the English Comprehension section evaluates vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, sentence correction, synonyms and antonyms, and para jumbles.
- In Tier-II's Computer-Based Examination, the focus remains on the core competencies required for the position. The Quantitative Abilities segment delves into arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and data interpretation. English Language and Comprehension continue to test reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, sentence correction, fill in the blanks, and para jumbles. For candidates applying for Statistical Investigator or Junior Statistical Officer positions, a Statistics section is included, which covers statistical data collection, presentation, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability theory, random variables, statistical inference, regression analysis, and time series analysis. For Assistant Audit Officer or Assistant Accounts Officer roles, there's a General Studies section focusing on finance and accounting, economics and governance, financial accounting, economics and microeconomics, and the Indian economy.
- The Tier-III Descriptive Paper assesses candidates' writing abilities. It includes tasks like essay writing, letter/application writing, and precis writing. Lastly, Tier-IV involves a Skill Test, where applicable. This may consist of a Data Entry Skill Test (DEST) or a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT), ensuring candidates possess the necessary technological competencies for the role. The combined structure of these examination tiers is designed to thoroughly evaluate candidates' aptitude, knowledge, and practical skills, aligning with the diverse demands of the positions within the examination.
Cut Off
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Each year, the cutoff for the SSC CGL (Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level) test changes depending on the number of openings, the exam's level of difficulty, and the performance of the applicants. The cutoff is the minimal grade or score necessary to advance to the next round of the hiring process.
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Each exam level, including Tier 1 (Preliminary), Tier 2 (Mains), Tier 3 (Descriptive Paper), and Tier 4 (Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test), has a different cutoff that SSC publishes. The total scores across all levels are used to calculate the final cutoff.
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For many categories, including General, OBC, SC, ST, and others, the cutoffs are published as marks or percentiles.
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Candidates can consult the cutoffs from the previous year to obtain a general notion of the cutoffs for the SSC CGL test. It's crucial to remember that cutoffs might vary from year to year and may also depend on the number of openings in a certain location.
- Once the cutoff scores are announced, candidates can check the official notice on the SSC website. Typically, the cutoff scores are made public either with the results or at a later time in the hiring process.
- For the best chance of moving on to the next level and obtaining a spot on the final merit list, preparation is key, as is scoring higher than the cutoff points in each round.
CUT-OFFS
| Category | Cut-off Marks |
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| SC | 137.5 |
| ST | 131 |
| OBC | 152.9 |
| EWS | 154.8 |
| UR | 158.3 |
| OH | 128.59 |
| HH | 96.4 |
| PWD | 72.8 |
Exam Pattern
Four tiers/stages make up the SSC CGL (Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level) test structure. The typical exam format for each tier is as follows:
Tier 1: Initial Assessment
- This test is computer-based online.
- Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) make up the test.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension are the four components of the test.
- There are 25 questions in each part for a total of 100 questions.
- The exam lasts 60 minutes in total (80 minutes for applicants who are blind or visually impaired).
- For each incorrect response, 0.50 marks are deducted from the final score.
Mains Exam in Tier II
- Additionally, this test is computer-based.
- Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) make up the test.
- Paper I, Paper II, Paper III, and Paper IV make up Tier-II.
- Quantitative Skills Paper I
- English Language and Comprehension Paper II
- For the jobs of Statistical Investigator Grade II and Compiler, Paper III: Statistics
- General Studies (Finance and Economics) Paper IV (required exclusively for the position of Assistant Audit Officer)
- Each exam lasts for two hours (two hours and forty minutes for applicants who are blind).
- Each year, the maximum marks for each paper change.
- Each incorrect answer results in a deduction of 0.25 points for Paper II and 0.50 points for Papers I, III, and IV.
Descriptive Paper, Tier-III
- This test will be administered using paper and pen.
- It include composing essays, letters, applications, precis documents, etc.
- The exam lasts 60 minutes in total (80 minutes for applicants who are blind or visually impaired).
- Each year, the maximum score for the Tier-III test changes.
Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)/Document Verification at Tier-IV
- This level of testing is done for positions such as Assistant Section Officer (CSS), Assistant Section Officer (MEA), Assistant in Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO), etc.
- Typing tests, data input speed tests, etc. may be part of the skill exam.
- Only the position of Assistant Section Officer in the Central Secretariat Service (CSS) is subject to the CPT. Document verification is done to verify the eligibility of the candidates.
How to Prepare
There are several books on the market that can aid in your SSC CGL test preparation. The following are some well-liked and suggested books for SSC CGL preparation:
- R.S. Aggarwal's "Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations"
- Rajesh Verma's "Fast Track Objective Arithmetic"
- B.S. and Indu Sijwali's "A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal and Non-Verbal"
- Neetu Singh's "English for General Competitions: From Plinth to Paramount"
- S.P. Bakshi's "Objective General English"
- Lucent Publication's "General Knowledge"
- Mammen Mathew's book "Manorama Yearbook"
- Disha Experts' "General Studies for Competitive Exams"
- The book "Word Power Made Easy" by Norman Lewis
- Kiran Prakashan's "SSC General Awareness Chapterwise & Typewise Solved Papers"
Admit Card
You may generally do the following actions in order to download the SSC CGL admission card:
Visit https://ssc.nic.in, the Staff Selection Commission's (SSC) official website.
On the webpage, look for the link that says "Admit Card" or "Download Admit Card." Just click it.
- The most recent notices and changes will be available on the new page that is being linked to you.
- Find the SSC CGL admit card link, then click on it.
- You will be sent to the login page, where you must enter your login information, including your registration number, roll number, and password.
- Click the "Submit" or "Login" button after successfully entering the necessary information.
- On the screen, your SSC CGL admission card will appear.
- Review all the information on the admission card, including your name, the exam date, location, time, and instructions, very carefully.
- Take a printout of the admission card after downloading it for your records.
It's crucial to remember that the official announcement will make reference to the admit card's availability. For information on when the admit card will be released, be sure to often visit the SSC website. Additionally, it is advisable to carry a valid photo ID proof (such as Aadhaar Card, Passport, Driving License, etc.) along with the admit card to the examination center.
Seat Allotment
- According to candidates' exam results and post preferences, the SSC CGL seat allotment assigns them to particular positions and departments. Candidates are chosen for various jobs and departments based on their cumulative performance in Tier-I, Tier-II, Tier-III, and Tier-IV (if applicable) in the seat allocation procedure for SSC CGL.
- The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) creates a merit list based on the marks attained by candidates after the completion of all stages. Each category's list—General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.is created independently. Depending on where they place on the merit list, candidates are then invited for document verification and skill testing (if necessary).
- Candidates must present their original documents and certifications during the document verification procedure in order to prove their eligibility, educational background, and other pertinent information. Following document verification, seats are assigned to candidates depending on their preferences and the number of openings.
- The departments or organisations for whom the SSC CGL test is held are responsible for making the final seat allocations. The distribution is determined by the merit list, the preference of the positions filled by applicants, and the quantity of openings in each department.
- It's vital to remember that the seat allocation procedure may change every year, with the relevant ministries and organisations having ultimate say.
- The SSC website and announcements are recommended for candidates to routinely check for updates on seat allocation and other related information.
FAQ's
Enhance your speed and accuracy by practicing regularly. Solve previous year question papers and mock tests to get familiar with the exam pattern and improve your time management skills. Identify your weak areas and work on them through consistent practice.
No, final-year students are not eligible to apply for SSC-CGL. Candidates must have completed their Bachelor's degree before applying.
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer in Tier-I and Tier-II exams.
The eligibility criteria vary depending on the post, but generally, candidates must have a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university. The age limit is usually between 18 and 32 years, and there are certain relaxations for reserved category candidates.
