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SSC CGL Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026 Exam Pattern & Syllabus Overview
Prepare effectively for the upcoming competitive cycle of SSC CGL Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026. A clear understanding of the exam layout, topic weights, and negative marking rules is key to scoring above the qualifying merit list.
1. Comprehensive Exam Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Board | SSC Recruitment Cell |
| Post Name | SSC CGL Exam Pattern & 2026 Officers & Staff |
| Mode of Exam | Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) / Written |
| Stages of Exam | Phase I (Prelims/Objective), Phase II (Mains/Descriptive) |
| Negative Marking | Yes, 0.25 Marks deducted per wrong response |
| Job Location | Across India / Respective State Limits |
| Official Website | sarkariresult.com |
2. Stage 1 / Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Subject Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Sectional Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability & Intelligence | 35 Questions | 35 Marks | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude & Mathematics | 35 Questions | 35 Marks | 20 Minutes |
| English Language & Verbal Skill | 30 Questions | 30 Marks | 20 Minutes |
| Cumulative Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes (1 Hour) |
3. Detailed Subject-Wise Subtopics
- Quantitative Aptitude / Math: Simplification & Approximation, Number Series (Missing/Wrong), Quadratic Equations, Data Interpretation (Tabular, Line, Pie Graph), Percentage, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Ratio & Proportion, Averages, Time & Work, Time, Speed & Distance, Probability.
- Reasoning Ability: Puzzles (Floor, Box, Tabulation), Seating Arrangement (Circular, Linear, Square), Blood Relations, Direction & Distance, Syllogism, Inequality (Coded/Direct), Coding-Decoding, Input-Output, Logical/Analytical Reasoning.
- English Language: Reading Comprehension (RC), Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Error Spotting / Sentence Correction, Fill in the Blanks (Single/Double), Idioms & Phrases, Word Swap/Spelling Errors.
- General/Banking/Economy Awareness: Current Affairs (Last 6 months), Banking & Financial Terms, Important Days & Themes, Government Schemes, Static GK (National Parks, Capitals, Currencies).
4. Topic-Wise Expected Weightage Chart
| Subject Section | High-Weightage Chapters | Expected Questions Range |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | Puzzles & Seating Arrangements | 10 - 15 Questions |
| Syllogism & Inequalities | 4 - 6 Questions | |
| Coding-Decoding & Blood Relations | 5 - 8 Questions | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Data Interpretation (DI) | 10 - 15 Questions |
| Speed Maths (Simplification/Series) | 5 - 10 Questions | |
| Arithmetic Word Problems | 8 - 10 Questions |
5. Essential Preparation Tips
- Master Speed Maths: Practice fractions to percentages, square roots, and multiplication tricks daily to score fast in Prelims.
- Strengthen Logical Puzzles: Solve 3 puzzles of varying formats (circular, box, floor) daily to improve visual interpretation speed.
- Daily Reading Habits: Read editorials from standard newsletters to naturally master reading comprehension and cloze test patterns.
- Syllabus Mock Tests: Attempt 2 sectional mocks every week and analyze wrong answers to prevent negative marking penalties.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ans. For every incorrect response, 0.25 (1/4th) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty.
Ans. Yes, standard sectional limits (20 minutes per subject) apply for the preliminary stage.
Ans. You can download the full structural notification directly from the Important Links section at the bottom of our details page.
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