SSC CGL Tier 1 Examination Pattern
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Tier-I will consist of Objective Type, Multiple choice questions. Apart from English section, you will receive all the questions in a bilingual form, that means you will get all questions in both English and Hindi languages.
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This phase will be divided into 4 sections - General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness & English Comprehension.
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Tier-I is divided into total 4 sections namely- General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness & English Comprehension.
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You will be given a composite time of 1 hour to attempt 100 questions, that means, there will be no sectional time limit for each section.
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Based on the marks scored in Tier-I i.e. Computer Based Examination, an appropriate number of candidates will be shortlisted, category-wise, to appear in Tier-II Examination.
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Tier-I exam, that means, prelims of SSC CGL will be qualifying in nature, i.e, marks obtained in this phase will not be considered while preparing the final merit list.
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Based on the marks scored in Tier-I exam, i.e. Computer Based Examination, an appropriate number of candidates will be shortlisted, category-wise, to appear in Tier-II Examination.
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Separate cut-offs will be fixed for Paper-II of Tier-II (i.e. for the post of Junior Statistical Officer), Paper-III of Tier-II (i.e. for the posts of Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer), and Paper-I of Tier-II (i.e. for all other posts).
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There will be a penalty of 0.50 marks for each wrong answers marked in the Objective Tests.
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If the examination is held in different shifts, the corrected scores obtained by each of the candidates in different sessions will be normalized.
You can understand the examination pattern for the Tier-I examination more clearly from the following table:
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Tier-I |
Subject |
Number of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Duration |
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A. General Intelligence and Reasoning |
25 |
50 |
1 hour
(1 hour and 20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe) |
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B. General Awareness |
25 |
50 |
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C. Quantitative Aptitude |
25 |
50 |
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D. English Comprehension |
25 |
50 |
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Total |
100 |
200 |
SSC CGL Tier II Examination Pattern
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Tier-II will consist of three different papers, conducted as Paper-I, Paper-II, and Paper-III in separate shifts or days.
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Among those three papers, Paper-I is compulsory for all posts, and it is mandatory for the candidates to qualify for all the sections of Paper-I.
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Paper-II will be for only those candidates who apply for the posts of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) in the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
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Candidates shortlisted in Tier-1 can appear for Paper-III, which is for the selection of Assistant Audit Officer/Assistant Accounts Officer positions.
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Paper-I will be conducted in two sessions: Session-I & Session-II, on the same day. Session-I will include conducting Section-I, Section-II, and Module-I of Section-III. Session-II will include conducting Module-II of Section-III. And hence, the duration of Session-I will be 2 hours and 15 minutes, and the duration of Session-II will be 15 minutes only.
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There will be a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I, Section-II, and Module-I of Section-III of Paper-I and 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-II and Paper-III.
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Module-I of Section-III of Paper-I i.e., Computer Knowledge Test is mandatory but qualifying in nature.
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Module-II of Section-III of Paper-I will include a Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) for a duration of 15 minutes in Session-II on the same day. DEST will be mandatory for all the posts; however, it will be qualifying in nature.
You can understand the examination pattern for the Tier-I examination more clearly from the following table:
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SSC CGL 2022 Tier-II Examination pattern |
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Paper |
Session |
Section and Module |
Subject |
Number of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Time Allowed |
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Paper I |
Session-I
(2 hours and 15 minutes) |
Section I |
Module I |
Mathematical Abilities |
30 |
90 |
1 hour for each section
(1 hour and 20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe) |
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Module II |
Reasoning and General Intelligence |
30 |
90 |
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Section II |
Module I
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English Language and General Comprehension |
45 |
135 |
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Module II |
General Awareness |
25 |
75 |
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Section III |
Module I |
Computer Knowledge module |
20 |
60 |
Session-II
(15 minutes) |
Section III |
Module II |
Data Entry Speed Test module |
One Data Entry Task |
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15 Minutes (for each module)
(20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe) |
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Paper II |
Statistics |
100 |
200 |
2 hours (for each Paper)
(2 hours and 40 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe |
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Paper III |
General Studies (Finance and Economics) |
100 |
200 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
Candidates who achieved an overall cutoff score in both Section I and Section II of the Tier-II Examination will be shortlisted for Section III paper. It is important to note that candidates will declared ineligible for the next step of the selection process if they do not qualify Section I and Section II cutoffs.
In Tier-I, Section I, Section II, and Module-I of Section III of Paper-I of Tier-II, as well as in Paper-II and Paper-III of the Tier-II Examination, the following minimal qualifying marks are needed:
UR: 30%
OBC/ EWS: 25%
All other categories: 20%
Section-III of Paper-I of Tier-II is qualifying in nature, in other words, both modules i.e. Computer Knowledge Test and DEST are qualifying in nature. Maximum percentage of errors allowed (i.e. minimum qualifying standards) in Module-II of Section-III of Paper-I of Tier-II Examination i.e. DEST would be as follows:
UR: 20%
OBC/ EWS: 25%
All other categories: 30%
Resolution of Tie Cases
In case of a tie in scores among candidates, means that if two or more candidates get the same score in the Tier-II examination, the merit list will be made by applying some pre-defined unique criteria as follows. Its important to note that, these criteria will be applied sequentially in the specified order until the tie case is resolved:
1. Total marks scored in Paper-II & Paper-III of the Tier-II Examination will be considered for the posts of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) and Assistant Audit Officer/Assistant Accounts Officer respectively, if applicable.
2. Then, the marks scored by both candidates in Section-I of Paper-I of the Tier-II Examination will be evaluated and considered for solving the tie case.
3. If still the tie case is not resolved then, the date of birth of the candidates will be taken into consideration, and in this case, the older candidate being given preference.
4. Finally, if the tie case still remains unresolved, the alphabetical order in which the names of the candidates appear will be considered as final step.
SSC CGL Previous Year Cutoff
The cutoff score is defined as, the minimum marks that candidates need to score to qualify for the next stage of the examination. These cutoff marks can be influenced by many factors, such as the number of vacancies available and the overall difficulty level of the examination etc.
The deciding these cutoffs involves a comprehensive analysis, where the examining authorities considers all possible factors to establish fair benchmarks in terms of cutoffs. After completion of each stage of the examination, the commission releases post-wise and category-wise cutoffs along with the number of candidates available under each category and provids a comprehensive overview of the competitive landscape.
Such transparent disclosure of cutoff scores serves two main purposes: firstly, it offers candidates insight into their performance compare the established standards set by commission, enabling them to gauge their standing in the competition. Secondly, it improve transparency and accountability of examination process and instill confidence among candidates in the fairness of the selection process.
Here is the category-wise cutoff for different posts in SSC CGL 2022
SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2022 (for posts other than AAO & JSO)
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Category |
Cutoff for posts other than AAO & JSO |
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UR |
114.27 |
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OBC |
102.35 |
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SC |
89.08 |
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ST |
77.57 |
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EWS |
114.27 |
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ESM |
40 |
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OH |
70.69 |
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HH |
40 |
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VH |
40 |
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Others-PWD |
40 |
SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2022 (Statistics & JSO)
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Category |
Statistics & JSO |
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SC |
150.55 |
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ST |
150.32 |
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OBC |
167.19 |
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EWS |
169.35 |
SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2022 (Finance & Accounts, AAO)
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Category |
Finance & Accounts, AAO |
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SC |
137.54 |
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ST |
131.03 |
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OBC |
152.92 |
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EWS |
154.8 |
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UR |
158.36 |
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OH |
128.59 |
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HH |
96.45 |
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Others-PWD |
72.79 |
SSC CGL 2024 - Points to Remember
The SSC CGL exam is renowned for its competitiveness and serve as a gateway for students aspiring to secure top positions across various departments and ministries within the Government of India. This national-level examination, conducted every year by the SSC. Exam witnesses a staggering influx of candidates with lakhs and lakhs of aspirants compete for securing a promising career within the central government and ministries.
To clinch success in this highly sought-after exam on your very first attempt and secure a desired seat in the ministries and departments, it's crucial to excel in the mains exam by dedicated preparation and a robust performance in SSC CGL exam. Your performance in the mains holds significant weightage as It's not just about passing; it's about achieving a competitive edge to stand out among the sea of candidates vying for similar opportunities. Also, your performance in mains exam will determines whether you will get your preferred department and location.
Here are some important points that should be kept in mind while preparing for SSC CGL Examination:
1. Understand the examination pattern: Since the commission has recently revised the examination pattern, you must have a comprehenssive understanding of the latest exam pattern and the changes introduced in it.
And to gain this understanding firstly Go through the revised exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly to develop a structured study plan, and look for a topics that carry higher weightage and create a personalize study plan according to that.
Additionally remember a fact that, sectional cutoff has also been introduced this year, therefore, you need to give an appropriate focus to all the sections asked in the second phase of the examination, so that you would be considered eligible for the further process.
2. Do not turn a blind eye to Tier-I score: It's essential to bear in mind that the Tier-I exam serves as a qualifying stage but sometimes, this realization leads to negligence towards Tier-I. However, it's crucial to acknowledge that despite being a qualifying round, clearing Tier-I isn't a cake walk. Many candidates face elimination at this stage only. Additionally, some posts within the SSC CGL entail higher cutoffs and for that achieving a score higher than the average cutoff is imperative to eligible for this posts. Hence, while Tier-I may seem less significant due to its qualifying nature, it demands thorough preparation and diligent effort to ensure qualifying for subsequent stages of the examination.
3. Attempt New Pattern Mock Tests: Mocks play an extremely important role in your preparation. New pattern mock tests will help you get familiarize yourself with the latest pattern of SSC CGL. SSC CGL mock tests at Smartkeeda are designed to replicate an exam-like environment.
4. Analyze your performance: Solving a mock test is only half of the equation; the most crucial aspect follows afterward, which is analyzing your performance in that mock. Analyzing your performance after each mock test is very crucial and it offers numerous benefits. It helps you in identifying your strengths and weaknesses, understanding the mistakes you made during mock solving, and recognizing areas which needs improvement. Furthermore, it enables you to review your progress and adjust your study plan accordingly. This ultimately enhances exam preparation and maximizes your of success in examination.
5. Avoid Guessing: There will be a penalty of 0.50 marks for each incorrect attempt in the SSC CGL 2024 examination, therefore it is better to go for accuracy rather than maximizing your attempt in this examination. But sometime taking calculated risks in sections like English section and General Knowledge can be helpful.
SSC CGL 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Let's see the in-depth eligibility criteria for the SSC CGL 2024 Examination as per the notification to further boost our understanding. And kindly make sure to read and understand these requirements carefully to ensure that you fit in all given conditions.
Nationality / Citizenship:
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A Citizen of India or
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A subject of Nepal or
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A subject of Bhutan or
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A Tibetan Refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India or
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The individual of Indian descent who has travelled to India with the intention of settling there permanently is originally from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (previously Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam. As long as the candidate falls into one of the above mentioned categories (ii), (iii), (iv), or (v), and is holding an eligibility certificate from the Indian government
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