SSC CGL 2025 – Exam Pattern & Syllabus

SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Structure

Total Questions            :        100

Maximum Marks           :        200

Time Duration               :        60 minutes

Negative Marking          :        0.50 marks per wrong answer

SSC CGL Tier 1 Syllabus 2025

Each subject in the SSC CGL tier 1 syllabus has a set of important topics. Let’s look at them in detail:

1. General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Coding-Decoding

• Blood Relations

• Analogy

• Syllogism

• Decision Making

• Number Series

• Visual Memory

• Statement & Conclusions

• Direction Sense Test

• Embedded Figures

• Puzzle-Based Questions

2. General Awareness

• History (Ancient, Medieval, and Modern)

• Geography (Indian and World Geography)

• Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

• Economy (Basic Economic Terms)

• Polity (Indian Constitution, Government Schemes)

• Current Affairs (National & International Events)

• Books & Authors

• Important Days & Events

3. Quantitative Aptitude (Mathematics)

• Number System

• Percentages

• Profit & Loss

• Time & Distance

• Ratio & Proportion

• Data Interpretation (Pie Charts, Bar Graphs)

• Algebra (Basic Algebraic Identities)

• Geometry (Triangles, Circles, Chords, Angles)

• Trigonometry (Height & Distance Problems)

• Statistics & Probability

4. English Comprehension

• Reading Comprehension

• Synonyms & Antonyms

• Error Spotting

• Sentence Improvement

• Fill in the Blanks

• Active & Passive Voice

• Direct & Indirect Speech

• Cloze Test

• Idioms & Phrases

SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Structure

• Paper 1: Compulsory for all candidates

• Paper 2: For Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) post only

• Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for wrong answers in Paper 1 (except Computer and Data Entry modules, which have no negative marking)

SSC CGL Tier 2 Syllabus 2025

Find the details of the SSC CGL exam syllabus for Tier 2 below. Make sure to follow each topic.

1. Mathematical Abilities

• Algebra (Linear Equations, Polynomials)

• Trigonometry (Heights & Distances)

• Geometry (Quadrilaterals, Circles)

• Data Interpretation (Graphs & Charts)

• Probability & Statistics

• Profit & Loss

• Mensuration (Volume & Surface Area)

2. Reasoning & General Intelligence

• Logical Deductions

• Syllogism

• Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning

• Critical Thinking

• Problem-Solving

• Puzzles

3. English Language & Comprehension

• Sentence Structure

• Vocabulary

• Grammar Rules

• Cloze Tests

• Synonyms & Antonyms

• Sentence Correction

4. General Awareness

• Science & Technology

• Indian Economy

• Government Schemes & Policies

• Geography

• Sports & Awards

• History & Culture

• Important Days

5. Computer Knowledge

• Basics of Computers

• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Internet & Email Usage

• Cyber Security (Phishing, Viruses, Hacking)

• Networking Concepts

6. Statistics (For JSO Post Only)

• Data Collection & Classification

• Correlation & Regression

• Probability Distributions

• Statistical Inference & Analysis

• Time Series Analysis

• Index Numbers & Sampling Techniques