SSC CGL

SSC CGL Examination Overview and Syllabus

The Staff Selection Commission - Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL) examination is a highly competitive recruitment exam conducted by the SSC to fill various Group B and Group C posts in ministries, departments, and organizations of the Government of India. To excel in this examination, candidates require a comprehensive understanding of the syllabus, strategic preparation, and access to high-quality learning resources.

SSC CGL Exam Structure

The SSC CGL examination is conducted in four tiers:

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   Tier I: Preliminary Examination

   
   
   
   
   • Objective-type multiple-choice questions
   
   
   • Online Computer-Based Test (CBT)
   
   
   • Total Marks: 200
   
   
   • Duration: 60 minutes
   
   
   
   

   Subjects:

   
   
   
   
   • General Intelligence and Reasoning
   
   
   • General Awareness
   
   
   • Quantitative Aptitude
   
   
   • English Comprehension
   
   
   
   


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   Tier II: Main Examination

   
   
   
   
   • Objective-type multiple-choice questions
   
   
   • Online Computer-Based Test (CBT)
   
   
   • Total Marks: 450 (divided among various sections)
   
   
   • Duration: 2 hours for each paper
   
   
   
   

   Papers:

   
   
   
   
   • Paper I: Quantitative Abilities
   
   
   • Paper II: English Language and Comprehension
   
   
   • Paper III: Statistics (for specific posts only)
   
   
   • Paper IV: General Studies (Finance and Economics) (for specific posts only)
   
   
   
   


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   Tier III: Descriptive Examination

   
   
   
   
   • Pen-and-paper-based test
   
   
   • Total Marks: 100
   
   
   • Duration: 60 minutes
   
   
   • Candidates must write essays, letters, applications, or précis in English or Hindi.
   
   
   
   


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   Tier IV: Skill Test/Document Verification

   
   
   
   
   • Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)
   
   
   • Data Entry Speed Test (DEST)
   
   
   • Document verification process for eligible candidates.
   
   
   
   

Detailed Syllabus

Tier I Syllabus

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   General Intelligence and Reasoning:

   
   
   
   
   • Analogies, similarities, and differences
   
   
   • Coding and decoding
   
   
   • Puzzle solving, syllogism
   
   
   • Blood relations, directions
   
   
   • Number series, logical reasoning
   
   
   
   


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   General Awareness:

   
   
   
   
   • Current Affairs (India & International)
   
   
   • Indian History, Geography, Polity
   
   
   • Economy, Environment, and Ecology
   
   
   • Science and Technology
   
   
   • Sports and Awards
   
   
   
   


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   Quantitative Aptitude:

   
   
   
   
   • Number systems
   
   
   • Percentages, ratios, and proportions
   
   
   • Simple and compound interest
   
   
   • Geometry, trigonometry, mensuration
   
   
   • Data interpretation and algebra
   
   
   
   


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   English Comprehension:

   
   
   
   
   • Vocabulary and grammar
   
   
   • Sentence structure and error spotting
   
   
   • Reading comprehension
   
   
   • Synonyms and antonyms
   
   
   
   

Tier II Syllabus

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   Quantitative Abilities:

   
   
   
   
   • Advanced mathematics, arithmetic
   
   
   • Data interpretation, graphs, and charts
   
   
   
   


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   English Language and Comprehension:

   
   
   
   
   • Advanced grammar and vocabulary
   
   
   • Sentence correction, active/passive voice
   
   
   • Passage comprehension and writing ability
   
   
   
   


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   Statistics:

   
   
   
   
   • Probability theory, random variables
   
   
   • Sampling distribution, regression analysis
   
   
   • Index numbers and time series analysis
   
   
   
   


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   General Studies (Finance and Economics):

   
   
   
   
   • Financial accounting and reporting
   
   
   • Indian economy, macroeconomic concepts
   
   
   • Economic reforms and policies
   
   
   
   

Tier III Syllabus

• Writing skills focusing on clarity and relevance in essays, letters, précis, and applications.

Content Delivery on Vigor EdTech Platform

At Vigor EdTech, we aim to provide structured, personalized, and AI-driven learning pathways to empower aspirants for SSC CGL success. Our platform delivers:

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   Interactive Video Lectures:

   
   
   
   
   • Conceptual clarity through engaging video tutorials.
   
   
   • Coverage of all topics across all tiers of the SSC CGL syllabus.
   
   
   
   


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   Practice Modules:

   
   
   
   
   • Daily quizzes and sectional tests for real-time assessment.
   
   
   • Full-length mock tests replicating the actual exam pattern.
   
   
   
   


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   AI-Powered Adaptive Learning:

   
   
   
   
   • Customized learning plans based on individual performance.
   
   
   • Identification of weak areas with targeted content suggestions.
   
   
   
   


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   Comprehensive Study Material:

   
   
   
   
   • Topic-wise notes, eBooks, and summaries.
   
   
   • Current affairs updates and downloadable PDFs.
   
   
   
   


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   Live Doubt-Solving Sessions:

   
   
   
   
   • Regular interaction with subject matter experts.
   
   
   • Instant resolution of queries.
   
   
   
   


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   Performance Analytics:

   
   
   
   
   • Detailed reports on progress, accuracy, and time management.
   
   
   • Comparative analysis with peers.
   
   
   
   


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   Descriptive Writing Practice:

   
   
   
   
   • Model answers and feedback on essay writing.
   
   
   • Tips and techniques for improving writing skills.
   
   
   
   


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   Skill Test Preparation:

   
   
   
   
   • CPT and DEST practice tools for Tier IV.
   
   
   • Guidelines for document verification and interview preparation.
   
   
   
   

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