SSC CGL 2026 Syllabus – Tier 1 & Tier 2 Exam Pattern, Subjects & Topics

SSC CGL 2026 Syllabus covers the complete subject-wise syllabus and exam pattern for Tier-I and Tier-II examinations. Candidates can check the subjects, number of questions, marking scheme and important topics below.

📋 Basic Information
Exam NameSSC CGL 2026
OrganizationStaff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam / CENCombined Graduate Level Examination, 2026
Exam ModeComputer Based Examination (CBT)
Selection StagesTier-I Examination, Tier-II Examination, Document Verification and other applicable skill/qualifying tests as prescribed for the post.
💻 CBT-I Exam Pattern
Duration1 Hour
Total Questions100
Total Marks200
Negative Marking0.50 marks for each wrong answer
📚 CBT-I Subjects & Topics
Mathematics
Quantitative Aptitude: Number System, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Average, Interest, Profit & Loss, Discount, Partnership, Mixture & Alligation, Time & Distance, Time & Work, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Data Interpretation and related topics.
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Analogies, Classification, Series, Coding-Decoding, Venn Diagrams, Space Visualization, Problem Solving, Analysis, Judgment, Decision Making, Visual Memory, Observation, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetical Reasoning and other reasoning topics.
General Awareness
Current Events, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy, Scientific Research and other general awareness topics relevant to India and the world.
General Science
Basic concepts of Physics, Chemistry and Biology/General Science at the level prescribed in the examination syllabus.
English Language & Comprehension
Correct English, Basic Comprehension and Writing Ability, Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Idioms & Phrases, One Word Substitution, Sentence Improvement, Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect Speech, Cloze Test and Reading Comprehension.
💻 CBT-II Exam Pattern
Duration2 Hours 30 Minutes
Total Questions150
Negative Marking1 mark for each wrong answer
📚 CBT-II Subjects & Topics
Mathematical Abilities
Number Systems, Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals and Fractions, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Square Roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Alligation, Time and Distance, Time and Work, Basic Algebraic Identities, Elementary Surds, Graphs of Linear Equations, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry and Statistical Charts.
Reasoning & General Intelligence
Semantic Analogy, Symbolic Operations, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Trends, Venn Diagrams, Space Orientation, Classification, Series, Coding and Decoding, Numerical Operations, Problem Solving, Drawing Inferences, Critical Thinking and other reasoning topics.
English Language & Comprehension
Vocabulary, English Grammar, Sentence Structure, Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms, Antonyms, Spellings, Idioms & Phrases, One Word Substitution, Improvement of Sentences, Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect Speech, Shuffling of Sentence Parts, Cloze Passage and Reading Comprehension.
Computer Knowledge
Computer Basics, CPU, Input and Output Devices, Computer Memory, Windows Operating System, MS Office, Internet and E-mail, Networking and Cyber Security basics.
Data Entry Speed Test (DEST)
Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) is conducted as a qualifying module to assess the candidate's data entry speed.
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