SSC CGL Exam Guide 2026
SSC CGL 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Name of the Board | Staff Selection Commission |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Combined Graduate Level |
| Examination Name | SSC CGL |
| Mode of Exam | Online Mode |
| Nature of Exam | Qualifying |
| Selection Process | Tier 1, Tier 2 |
| Subjects | General Intelligence & Reasoning General Awareness Quantitative Aptitude English Comprehension |
| Number of Questions (Tier 1) | 100 |
| Number of Marks | Tier 1: 200 Marks Tier 2: 450 Marks for Paper I, 200 marks each for Paper II & III |
| Type of Questions | MCQ (Objective Type) |
| Exam Duration | Tier 1: 1 Hour Tier 2: 2 Hours 30 Minutes for Paper I, 2 hours each for Paper II & III |
| Exam Language | Hindi & English |
📊 Syllabus Table
| Topic | Sub-topics |
|---|---|
| Number System | Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals & Fractions, Relationship Between Numbers |
| Fundamental Arithmetic | Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Square Root, Average, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture & Alligation, Time & Distance, Time & Work |
| Algebra | Basic Algebraic Identities, Elementary Surds, Graphs of Linear Equations |
| Geometry | Triangles & Their Centres, Congruence & Similarity of Triangles, Circle, Chords, Tangents, Angles, Common Tangents |
| Mensuration | Triangle, Quadrilateral, Regular Polygon, Circle, Right Prism, Cone, Cylinder, Sphere, Hemisphere, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Pyramid |
| Trigonometry | Trigonometric Ratios, Complementary Angles, Heights & Distances, Standard Identities |
| Statistics & Probability | Histogram, Frequency Polygon, Bar Graph, Pie Chart, Mean, Median, Mode, Standard Deviation, Simple Probability |
📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| Topic | Includes |
|---|---|
| Analogies | Semantic, Symbolic, Number, Figural |
| Classification | Semantic, Number, Symbolic, Figural |
| Series | Number, Semantic, Figural |
| Coding-Decoding | Letter & Number Coding |
| Venn Diagram | Basic Problems |
| Space Orientation | Spatial Visualization |
| Pattern Problems | Embedded Figures, Pattern Folding, Hole Punching |
| Critical Thinking | Logical Reasoning, Drawing Inferences |
| Intelligence | Emotional Intelligence, Social Intelligence |
| Numerical Operations | Arithmetic Logic |
| Others | Word Building, Problem Solving, Miscellaneous Reasoning |
📊 Vocabulary
| Topic |
|---|
| English Grammar |
| Sentence Structure |
| Spot the Error |
| Fill in the Blanks |
| Synonyms & Homonyms |
| Antonyms |
| Spellings / Detecting Misspelled Words |
| Idioms & Phrases |
| One Word Substitution |
| Sentence Improvement |
| Active & Passive Voice |
| Direct & Indirect Speech |
| Sentence Rearrangement |
| Paragraph Rearrangement |
| Cloze Test |
| Reading Comprehension (Literary + Editorial + Current Affairs Based) |
📊 History
| Topic |
|---|
| Culture |
| Geography |
| Indian Economy |
| General Policy |
| Scientific Research |
| Science |
| Current Affairs |
| Books & Authors |
| Sports |
| Government Schemes |
| Important Days & Dates |
| Important Portfolios |
| People in News |
| India & Neighbouring Countries |
📊 Syllabus Table
| Topic | Covers |
|---|---|
| Computer Basics | Computer Organization, CPU, Input/Output Devices, Memory, Backup Devices, Ports |
| Windows | Windows Explorer, Keyboard Shortcuts |
| MS Office | MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint |
| Internet | Browsing, Searching, Uploading, Downloading |
| Creating & Managing Email Accounts | |
| Digital Services | e-Banking |
| Networking | Network Devices & Protocols |
| Cyber Security | Viruses, Worms, Trojans, Hacking & Preventive Measures |
📊 Post Name & Classification Details
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1. Collection, Classification & Presentation of Data | Primary & Secondary Data, Data Collection Methods, Tabulation, Graphs, Charts, Frequency Distribution |
| 2. Measures of Central Tendency | Mean, Median, Mode, Quartiles, Deciles, Percentiles |
| 3. Measures of Dispersion | Range, Quartile Deviation, Mean Deviation, Standard Deviation, Relative Dispersion |
| 4. Moments, Skewness & Kurtosis | Moments, Measures of Skewness & Kurtosis |
| 5. Correlation & Regression | Scatter Diagram, Correlation Coefficient, Regression Lines, Spearman Rank, Multiple & Partial Correlation |
| 6. Probability Theory | Probability, Conditional Probability, Compound Probability, Independent Events, Bayes Theorem |
| 7. Random Variables & Probability Distribution | Expectation, Variance, Binomial, Poisson, Normal & Exponential Distribution |
| 8. Sampling Theory | Population, Sample, Sampling Methods, Sampling Errors, Sample Size |
| 9. Statistical Inference | Estimation, Hypothesis Testing, Z-Test, t-Test, Chi-square Test, F-Test |
| 10. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) | One-way & Two-way ANOVA |
| 11. Time Series Analysis | Trend, Seasonal Variation |
| 12. Index Numbers | Types, Construction, Base Shifting, Cost of Living Index |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Section | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Financial Accounting | Nature & Scope, Limitations, Basic Concepts, Accounting Conventions, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) |
| Basic Accounting | Single & Double Entry System, Journal, Ledger, Trial Balance, Rectification of Errors, Manufacturing Account, Trading Account, Profit & Loss Account, Balance Sheet, Capital & Revenue Expenditure, Depreciation, Inventory Valuation, Non-Profit Organization Accounts, Receipts & Payments Account, Income & Expenditure Account, Bills of Exchange, Self-balancing Ledger, Bank Reconciliation Statement (BRS) |
📊 Syllabus Table
| Topic | Includes |
|---|---|
| Comptroller & Auditor General (CAG) | Constitutional Provisions, Roles & Responsibilities |
| Finance Commission | Functions & Role |
| Introduction to Economics | Definition, Scope, Nature, Central Problems, PPC |
| Demand & Supply | Law of Demand, Elasticity, Consumer Behaviour, Supply |
| Production & Cost | Factors of Production, Variable Proportion, Returns to Scale |
| Market Structure | Perfect Competition, Monopoly, Monopolistic Competition, Oligopoly |
| Indian Economy | Agriculture, Industry, Services, National Income |
| Population | Growth & Economic Impact |
| Poverty & Unemployment | Types, Causes, Effects |
| Infrastructure | Energy, Transport, Communication |
| Economic Reforms | LPG Reforms (1991), Disinvestment |
| Money & Banking | RBI, Commercial Banks, Payment Banks, Monetary & Fiscal Policy |
| Government Finance | Budget, Fiscal Deficit, Balance of Payments |
| FRBM Act | Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, 2003 |
| E-Governance | Role of Information Technology in Governance |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Section Timing | Total Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 15 minutes | 60 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 minutes | |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Maths) | 25 | 50 | 15 minutes | |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | 15 minutes | |
| Total | 100 | 200 | - | - |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Sessions | Sections | Modules | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session I | Section I | Module-I | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | 30 minutes | 23% |
| Session I | Section I | Module-II | Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | 30 minutes | 23% |
| Session I | Section II | Module-I | English Language and Comprehension | 45 | 135 | 40 minutes | 35% |
| Session I | Section II | Module-II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 20 minutes | 19% |
| Session I | Section III | Module-I | Computer Knowledge Test | 20 | 60 | 15 minutes | Qualifying |
| Session II | — | Module-II | Data Entry Speed Test | One Data Entry Task | — | 15 minutes | Qualifying |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Papers | Section/Module | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper II | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Papers | Section/Module | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper III | General Studies (Finance and Economics) | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What subjects are included in the SSC CGL Syllabus 2026?
The CGL syllabus includes General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge and Statistics for specific posts.
Q2.Is there negative marking in SSC CGL Exam 2026?
Yes, there is negative marking in Tier 1 & some sections of Tier 2
Q3.How many tiers are there in the SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2026?
The exam has two tiers i.e. Tier 1 and Tier 2. Both exams are held in online mode.
Q4.Is SSC CGL Tier 1 qualifying in nature?
Yes Tier 1 is qualifying in nature. Its marks are not counted in the final merit list.
Q5.Where can I download SSC CGL Syllabus PDF 2026?
Candidates can download syllabus PDF from the official SSC website or through direct PDF link available on the CurrentAffairs360 page.
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