SSC CGL
Conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
About this exam
SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) - recruitment to Group B and Group C posts across Government of India ministries and departments. Two-stage Computer Based Examination (Tier 1 qualifying + Tier 2 merit; DEST merged into Tier 2).
Eligibility
Bachelor's degree from a recognised university; age limits vary by post (typically 18-32, relaxations per norms). Confirm against the live notification on ssc.gov.in.
Important Dates
Tentative per the SSC Annual Calendar; confirm on ssc.gov.in.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Qs | Marks | Negative | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 25 | 50 | 0.5 | 15 min |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 0.5 | 15 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 0.5 | 15 min |
| English Language | 25 | 50 | 0.5 | 15 min |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 60 min |
Sectional timing: each section has its own timer.
| Section | Qs | Marks | Negative | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 90 | 1 | 30 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 90 | 1 | 30 min |
| English Language | 45 | 135 | 1 | 40 min |
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 1 | 20 min |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 60 | 0.5 | 15 min |
| Total | 150 | 450 | 135 min |
Sectional timing: each section has its own timer.
Pattern as configured for our mock tests. Always confirm against the official notification.
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Frequently asked questions
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Yes. Every test mirrors the real SSC CGL pattern, timing, and marking scheme, including sectional time limits and negative marking where applicable.
SSC CGL practice is available in English and Hindi. You can switch language any time during a test.
Yes. Scoring is instant, with section-wise analysis, an indicative All India Rank, and percentile.