SSC CGL Syllabus 2026 - Tier 1 & Tier 2 Complete Exam Pattern
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SSC CGL Syllabus 2026 - Tier 1 & Tier 2 Complete Topic-wise Breakdown
Bhaiyon, SSC CGL ki taiyaari mein sabse pehla step hai syllabus samajhna. Is page pe tumhe SSC CGL 2026 ka complete syllabus milega - Tier 1 aur Tier 2 dono ka - subject-wise topic breakdown ke saath.
Ye syllabus SSC ki official notification pe based hai. Har saal syllabus mein major changes nahi hote, but minor adjustments ho sakte hain. Official website ssc.gov.in pe latest notification zaroor check karo jab release ho.
Quick Info
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Stages | Tier 1 (Qualifying) + Tier 2 (Merit) |
| Tier 1 Total Marks | 200 (100 questions) |
| Tier 2 Paper I Marks | 450 (150 questions) |
| Tier 2 Paper II Marks | 200 (JSO only) |
| Tier 2 Paper III Marks | 200 (AAO only) |
| Negative Marking | Tier 1: 0.50, Tier 2 P-I: 1.0, Tier 2 P-II/III: 0.50 |
| Mode | Computer Based Examination (CBE) |
| Language | English & Hindi (except English section) |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
Exam Pattern Kya Hai?
Selection Process Flow
Tier 1 (200 marks, 60 min) - Qualifying Only
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Tier 2 Paper I (450 marks, 2h 30m) - All Candidates (Merit)
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Tier 2 Paper II (200 marks, 2h) - JSO Candidates Only
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Tier 2 Paper III (200 marks, 2h) - AAO Candidates Only
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DEST (2000 key depressions/15 min) - Tax Assistant Posts (Qualifying)
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Tier 1 Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | - |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | - |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | - |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | - |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 60 min |
Key Points:
- Har question 2 marks ka hai
- Negative marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer
- Tier 1 sirf qualifying hai - final merit mein count nahi hota
- PwBD candidates ko 80 minutes milte hain
Tier 1 Subject-wise Syllabus
1. General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Questions, 50 Marks)
Verbal Reasoning:
- Analogy (Samananata)
- Classification (Vargikaran)
- Series (Number, Alphabet, Mixed)
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Direction & Distance
- Ranking/Order
- Syllogism (Nyayvakyam)
- Statement & Conclusion
- Puzzle
- Seating Arrangement
- Mathematical Operations
- Word Arrangement
Non-Verbal Reasoning:
- Figure Series
- Pattern Completion
- Mirror Image & Water Image
- Paper Folding & Cutting
- Embedded Figures
- Dice & Cube
- Counting Figures
High-weightage Topics: Analogy, Series, Coding-Decoding, Puzzle, Blood Relations
2. General Awareness (25 Questions, 50 Marks)
Static GK:
- Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
- Indian Geography
- Indian Polity & Constitution
- Economics (Basic concepts)
- Art & Culture
- Books & Authors
- Important Days & Events
Science:
- Physics (Mechanics, Optics, Electricity basics)
- Chemistry (Elements, Compounds, Reactions)
- Biology (Human Body, Diseases, Nutrition)
- Environmental Science
Current Affairs (Last 6-8 months):
- National & International events
- Awards & Honours
- Sports events
- Government schemes & policies
- Appointments & Resignations
- Summits & Conferences
High-weightage Topics: Polity, Modern History, Current Affairs, Science
3. Quantitative Aptitude (25 Questions, 50 Marks)
Number System:
- LCM & HCF
- Divisibility Rules
- Remainder Theorem
- Fractions & Decimals
Arithmetic:
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Ratio & Proportion
- Time & Work
- Time, Speed & Distance
- Average
- Mixture & Alligation
- Partnership
Algebra:
- Basic Algebraic Identities
- Linear Equations
- Quadratic Equations
- Surds & Indices
Geometry:
- Triangles (Properties, Similarity, Congruence)
- Circles (Chord, Tangent, Secant)
- Quadrilaterals
- Coordinate Geometry basics
Mensuration:
- Area & Perimeter (2D shapes)
- Volume & Surface Area (3D shapes - Cylinder, Cone, Sphere)
Trigonometry:
- Trigonometric Ratios (sin, cos, tan)
- Heights & Distances
- Standard Identities
Data Interpretation:
- Bar Graph
- Pie Chart
- Table
- Line Graph
High-weightage Topics: Percentage, Ratio, Geometry, Trigonometry, DI
4. English Comprehension (25 Questions, 50 Marks)
Vocabulary:
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- One Word Substitution
- Idioms & Phrases
- Spelling Errors
Grammar:
- Spot the Error / Sentence Correction
- Fill in the Blanks
- Active/Passive Voice
- Direct/Indirect Speech
- Parts of Speech
Reading Comprehension:
- Passage-based Questions (1-2 passages)
- Cloze Test (Fill in the blanks in passage)
Sentence Arrangement:
- Para Jumbles
- Sentence Improvement
- Sentence Completion
High-weightage Topics: Error Detection, Cloze Test, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary
Tier 2 Exam Pattern
Paper I (Compulsory - All Posts)
| Module | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | - |
| II | Reasoning & General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | - |
| III | English Language & Comprehension | 45 | 135 | - |
| IV | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | - |
| V | Computer Knowledge | 20 | 60 | - |
| Total | 150 | 450 | 2h 30m |
- Each correct answer: 3 marks
- Negative marking: 1 mark per wrong answer
- This is the merit paper - final selection isi score pe hota hai
Paper II (Statistics - JSO Post Only)
| Topic | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
- Each correct answer: 2 marks
- Negative marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer
Paper III (General Studies - AAO Post Only)
| Topic | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finance & Economics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
- Each correct answer: 2 marks
- Negative marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer
Tier 2 Paper I - Subject-wise Syllabus
Module I: Mathematical Abilities (30 Questions, 90 Marks)
Tier 1 ke saare topics + advanced level:
Advanced Topics:
- Number System: Divisibility, LCM, HCF, Properties of Numbers
- Algebra: Linear & Quadratic Equations, Progressions (AP, GP), Functions
- Geometry: Circles, Triangles, Polygons, Coordinate Geometry (advanced)
- Mensuration: Surface Area, Volume (complex shapes)
- Trigonometry: Ratios, Heights & Distances, Identities
- Data Interpretation: Bar, Pie, Line, Table (complex multi-set data)
Difficulty Level: Tier 1 se zyada hard. Questions lengthy aur calculation-heavy hote hain.
Module II: Reasoning & General Intelligence (30 Questions, 90 Marks)
Tier 1 ke saare topics + advanced level:
Advanced Topics:
- Complex Puzzles (Floor-based, Box-based)
- Advanced Coding-Decoding
- Input-Output
- Data Sufficiency
- Logical Reasoning (Statements, Assumptions, Arguments)
- Critical Reasoning
- Advanced Seating Arrangement (Circular, Linear)
Difficulty Level: Tier 1 se moderate increase. Focus on complex puzzles aur data sufficiency.
Module III: English Language & Comprehension (45 Questions, 135 Marks)
Grammar & Usage:
- Error Detection (advanced)
- Sentence Improvement
- Active/Passive Voice (complex)
- Direct/Indirect Narration (complex)
- Fill in the Blanks (double/triple)
Vocabulary:
- Synonyms & Antonyms (advanced level)
- One Word Substitution
- Idioms & Phrases
- Spelling Correction
Reading Comprehension:
- 2-3 passages (350-500 words each)
- Inference-based questions
- Vocabulary in context
Composition:
- Para Jumbles (5-6 sentences)
- Cloze Test (advanced)
- Sentence Completion
Difficulty Level: Graduate level. Vocabulary aur RC ka level higher hota hai.
Module IV: General Awareness (25 Questions, 75 Marks)
Tier 1 jaisa hi syllabus, but questions thode deeper hote hain:
- Indian History, Polity, Geography (in-depth)
- Economics (Budget, RBI policies, GDP concepts)
- Science & Technology
- Current Affairs (last 8-10 months)
- Static GK (Awards, Books, Important dates)
Module V: Computer Knowledge (20 Questions, 60 Marks)
- Computer Basics (Hardware, Software, Memory)
- Operating System (Windows basics)
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Internet & Networking basics
- Database Management basics (DBMS concepts)
- Computer Security (Virus, Firewall, Encryption basics)
- Number System (Binary, Octal, Hexadecimal)
- Shortcut Keys
Note: Ye section relatively easy hota hai. Basic computer knowledge se cover ho jaata hai.
DEST (Data Entry Speed Test)
- Applicable for: Tax Assistant (CBDT & CBIC) posts only
- Requirement: 2,000 key depressions in 15 minutes
- Nature: Qualifying only (marks merit mein nahi count hote)
- Medium: English typing
Important Books & Resources
| Subject | Recommended Book |
|---|---|
| Reasoning | Kiran's SSC Reasoning / RS Aggarwal Reasoning |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Kiran's SSC Mathematics / Rakesh Yadav |
| English | SP Bakshi Objective English / Neetu Singh |
| General Awareness | Lucent GK + Monthly Current Affairs |
| Computer Knowledge | Kiran's Computer Awareness |
Preparation Tips
- Tier 1 focus: Speed aur accuracy dono zaroori - 60 minutes mein 100 questions
- Tier 2 focus: Paper I mein English ka weightage sabse zyada hai (135 marks) - isko priority do
- Previous papers: Last 5 saal ke papers zaroor solve karo - pattern samajh aayega
- Mock tests: Weekly mock laga ke timing improve karo
- Current affairs: Daily 30 minutes current affairs padho - newspaper ya app se
FAQs
Q: SSC CGL ka syllabus har saal badalta hai? A: Major changes nahi hote. Minor adjustments ho sakte hain. Official notification release hone pe exact syllabus confirm karo ssc.gov.in se.
Q: SSC CGL Tier 1 mein negative marking kitni hai? A: 0.50 marks per wrong answer. Matlab 4 galat = 2 marks minus. Tier 2 Paper I mein 1 mark per wrong answer (zyada strict).
Q: SSC CGL mein Hindi medium se de sakte hain? A: Haan. English section ke alawa baaki saare sections Hindi mein available hain. Exam bilingual hota hai.
Q: Tier 1 ke marks final merit mein count hote hain? A: Nahi. Tier 1 sirf qualifying hai. Final merit Tier 2 ke score pe based hoti hai.
Q: Computer Knowledge section kitna tough hota hai? A: Relatively easy. Basic computer concepts, MS Office, Internet se questions aate hain. 2-3 weeks ki focused preparation se cover ho jaata hai.
Q: SSC CGL aur BSSC CGL ka syllabus same hai? A: 70% overlap hai - Reasoning, Math, GK common hai. But SSC CGL mein Computer Knowledge alag section hai aur overall difficulty thodi zyada hoti hai. Dono saath mein prepare karo.
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- SSC CGL Tier-1 admit card 2026 - exam 30 September se 30 October
- SSC Official Website
- SSC CGL 2026 Recruitment
- SSC CGL Preparation Strategy
- SSC CGL Salary 2026 - Post-Wise In-Hand + Job Profile - ASO/AAO/Inspector salary, Rs 35K-85K, best posts
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