📝 SSC CGL 2025 Exam Pattern
SSC CGL 2025 Recruitment Notification for 14,582 vacancies across India notified. You along with thousands of other candidates had applied for the examination. Here is the complete details of the Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2025.
🔹 Tier-I: Computer-Based Examination
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | |
| B. General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| C. Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | Total Time: 60 minutes (80 minutes for PwBD candidates) |
| D. English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
🔸 Negative Marking: 0.50 mark per wrong answer
🔸 Question Type: Objective (MCQ)
🔸 Medium: English & Hindi (except English Comprehension)
🔹 Tier-II: Computer-Based Examination
Paper-I (Compulsory for all posts)
| Section | Parts | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section-I | A. Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | 1 hour (for both A & B) |
| B. Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | ||
| Section-II | A. English Language and Comprehension | 45 | 135 | 1 hour (for both A & B) |
| B. General Awareness | 25 | 75 | ||
| Section-III | A. Computer Knowledge Test (Qualifying) | 20 | 60 | 15 minutes |
| Section-IV | B. Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) (Qualifying) | 1 task | – | 15 minutes |
Paper-II (Only for JSO and Statistical Investigator applicants)
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-II | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours (2h 40m for PwBD) |
🔸 Negative Marking:
- Paper-I: 1 mark for each wrong answer in Sections I–III
- Paper-II: 0.50 mark for each wrong answer
📚 Detailed Syllabus – SSC CGL 2025
Tier-I Syllabus
A. General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding
- Classification, Venn Diagrams, Spatial Orientation
- Critical thinking, Emotional & Social Intelligence
- Syllogism, Statement-Conclusion
- Paper folding/unfolding, Embedded Figures
B. General Awareness
- Indian History, Polity, Geography
- Economy, Scientific Research
- Environmental Issues, Awards, Sports
- Current Affairs (Domestic & International)
C. Quantitative Aptitude
- Number Systems, Fractions, Decimals
- Ratio, Proportion, Averages, Percentages
- Time & Distance, Work & Wages, SI & CI
- Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry
- Pie Chart, Bar Graph, Histogram
D. English Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension
- Vocabulary, Synonyms-Antonyms
- Error Spotting, Cloze Test
- Sentence Improvement, Narration, Voice
Tier-II Syllabus
Paper-I, Section-I: Mathematical Abilities
- Number Systems, Computation
- Algebraic Identities, Linear Graphs
- Geometry, Mensuration (3D & 2D)
- Trigonometric Ratios, Heights & Distances
- Statistics & Probability
Paper-I, Section-I: Reasoning & General Intelligence
- All topics from Tier-I Reasoning +
- Symbolic/Number Operations, Pattern Folding
- Figural Series, Word Building
Paper-I, Section-II: English Language & Comprehension
- Advanced Grammar & Usage
- Sentence Rearrangement
- Cloze Passage, Paragraph Comprehension
- Direct-Indirect Speech, Active-Passive Voice
- Editorial-Based Comprehension
Paper-I, Section-II: General Awareness
- Same topics as Tier-I but with deeper analysis
- Government Policies, Major Schemes
- Economic Indicators, Constitutional Developments
Paper-I, Section-III: Computer Knowledge Test
- Basics of Computers & Internet
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Basics of Email, Cyber Security, Networking
Paper-I, Section-IV: Data Entry Speed Test (DEST)
- Typing Test: 2000 key depressions in 15 minutes
- Mandatory for all posts, qualifying in nature
Paper-II: Statistics
- Collection, Classification, and Presentation of Data
- Measures of Central Tendency & Dispersion
- Correlation and Regression
- Probability Theory
- Time Series Analysis
- Sampling Theory, Index Numbers
🔍 Special Notes:
- JSO & Statistical Investigator candidates must qualify Paper-II.
- DEST is compulsory for all, but qualifying in nature.
- Higher standards in Computer Test and DEST apply to posts like ASO (CSS/MEA), Postal Assistant, Executive Assistant, etc.
- Exemption from DEST for PwBD-OH (with medical certificate) is only applicable for CBDT’s Tax Assistant post.
📍 Quick Summary of the Notification
✔ Organization: Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
✔ Post Name: Group B & C Officers (via SSC CGL 2025 Exam)
✔ Total Vacancies: Approx. 14,582
✔ Salary: ₹25,500 – ₹1,42,400 (Pay Level 4 to 7)
✔ Job Location: Across India
✔ Job Type: Full-Time (Permanent)
✔ Last Date to Apply: 04/07/2025 (Apply ASAP!)
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