Negative Marking
0.50 marks for Tier 1, 1.00 mark for Tier 2 Paper I, 0.50 for Paper II
Languages
English, Hindi
Number of Stages
3
SSC CGL follows a multi-tier examination process. Tier 1 is qualifying. The final merit is based on Tier 2 marks. There is no interview.
Tier 1 (Prelims)
Computer Based60 minutes200 Marks
| Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Tier 2 — Paper I
Computer Based150 minutes390 Marks
| Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 |
| Reasoning & General Intelligence | 30 | 90 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 45 | 135 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 |
| Total | 130 | 390 |
Tier 2 — Paper II (JSO)
Computer Based120 minutes200 Marks
| Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Statistics | 100 | 200 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |