SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2021
SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2020-2021: To start SSC CGL 2020 preparation, one should have a deeper understanding of the SSC CGL exam pattern.
SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2021
Check the below table for a detailed SSC CGL exam pattern which includes subjects, questions, marks, and duration of SSC CGL Tier I, Tier II, Tier III, and Tier IV.
| Exam | Exam mode |
| SSC CGL Tier 1 | Online (Objective) |
| SSC CGL Tier 2 | Online (Objective) |
| SSC CGL Tier 3 (Descriptive Paper) | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| SSC CGL Tier 4 (Skill Test) | Document Verification/ Computer Proficiency Test |
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2021
SSC CGL Tier I is mandatory for all the posts and its marks are added for further process as well. If you do not clear the cut-off of the Tier I Exam then you will not be eligible for Tier II & III. The below table shows the section-wise break up of questions and marks asked in SSC CGL Tier I exam 2020-2021.
| Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks | Total Duration |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 60 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| General English | 25 | 50 | |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2021
In SSC CGL Tier II 2021 two papers will be conducted on the same day. Paper I is Quantitative Aptitude and Paper II is English. In addition, for the posts of JSO and AAO, Paper 3 and Paper 4 are conducted respectively.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
| Paper I | Quantitative Aptitude | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-II | General English | 200 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper III | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper IV | General Studies (Finance & Economics) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
SSC CGL Tier 3 Exam Pattern 2021
| SSC CGL Tier III Exam Scheme | Maximum Marks | Time Duration | Exam Mode |
| Descriptive Paper in English or Hindi (Writing of Essay/ Precis/ Letter/ Application etc.) | 100 | 60 Minutes For VH/ OH (afflicted with Cerebral Palsy/ deformity in writing hand) – 80 Minutes | Pen & Paper Mode |
SSC CGL Tier 4 Exam Pattern 2020-21
| SSC CGL Tier IV Skill Test | Maximum Marks | Time | for the Posts of |
| Data Entry Speed Test | Qualifying in nature | 15 Minutes | Tax Assistant (CBDT & CBEC) |
| Computer Proficiency Test (Word Processing/ Excel Sheet/ PowerPoint) | Qualifying in nature | 45 Minutes | Assistant Section Officer in CSS, MEA, SFIO, GSI, |
SSC CGL Reasoning Syllabus 2020-21
Syllabus of SSC CGL Reasoning and General intelligence subject can be understood better by designing in a tabular structure.
SSC CGL Verbal Reasoning
General Mental Ability | Weightage |
Alphabet Test | 1 |
Analogy | 3-4 |
Arithmetic Reasoning | 1 |
Blood Relation | 1 |
Classification | 3 |
Coding decoding | 2 |
Distance direction test | 1 |
Syllogism | 1 |
Matrix | 1 |
Logical Venn diagram | 1 |
Missing Number | 1 |
SSC CGL Non-Verbal Reasoning
Non-Verbal Reasoning | Weightage |
Paper-cutting & folding | 1 |
Embedded figures. | 1 |
Figure formation & Analysis | 1 |
Figure Series | 2 |
Cube & Dice | 1 |
Mirror Image | 1 |
Pattern Completion | 1 |
Counting of figures | 1 |
SSC CGL GK Syllabus 2020 with weightage
SSC CGL syllabus for GK can be further categorised into two sections as we've discussed below-
General Awareness Topics | Weightage | Sub Topics |
Current Affairs | 5-6 | International Affairs |
National Affairs | ||
Economy & Finance | 2 | Economics |
Features of Indian Economy | ||
Geography | 3-4 | Indian Geography |
World Geography | ||
Physical Geography | ||
History | 3-4 | History of India |
World History | ||
Indian Polity & Constitution | 2-3 | Indian Polity & Constitution |
Science & Technology | 5-6 | Biology |
Chemistry | ||
Computer | ||
Discoveries & Inventions | ||
Other Information | ||
Physics | ||
Space, Defence in India | ||
Static GK | 5-6 | Honours & Awards |
Important Dates | ||
Miscellaneous | ||
National & International Organizations | ||
Other Information | ||
Sports | ||
Art & Culture | ||
Books & Authors |
Important Tip for SSC CGL General Awareness
General awareness is not something you can expect to master in a day but from an exam point of view, if you spend time consistently, you can perform well in relatively less time as compared to Quantitative Aptitude. This section is very important because this is the only section which can be attempted quickly i.e. in 7-8 minutes and at the same time, decent marks can be scored in this section if prepared well. General Awareness section helps a student in getting a good rank.
SSC CGL Maths Syllabus 2021
We've structured SSC CGL Maths syllabus 2021 in multiple sections below. Now you can see how Quantitative Aptitude syllabus can be divided separately.
SSC CGL Arithmetic Weightage
Arithmetic | Weightage |
Average | 1-2 |
Boat & Stream | 1 |
Compound & Simple Interest | 2 |
LCM & HCF | 1 |
Mixture & Alligation | 1-2 |
Partnership | 1 |
Percentages | 1-2 |
Pipes & Cistern | 1 |
Problem on Ages | 1 |
Profit loss & Discount | 2 |
Ratio Proportion | 1 |
Speed, time, and work | 1 |
Time work & wages | 1-2 |
Miscellaneous | 1-2 |
SSC CGL Advance Maths Weightage
Advance Maths | Weightage |
Geometry | 3 |
Mensuration | 1-2 |
Data Interpretation | 4 |
Trigonometry | 3 |
Standard Identities | 1 |
Complementary angles | 1 |
Heights and Distances | 1 |
Algebra | 3 |
Miscellaneous | 2 |
The questions in this section are designed to test the ability of appropriate use of numbers. The scope of quantitative ability is clearly defined and is limited to class 10th level mathematics. If you have good command over this section, you can score good marks. All you need to do is attempt the questions with good accuracy because there is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
SSC CGL English Syllabus 2020-21
SSC CGL Grammar Weightage
Grammar | Weightage |
Fill in the blanks | 2 |
Sentence Correction | 2 |
Error Spotting | 2 |
Active Passive | 2 |
Parajumble | 2 |
SSC CGL Vocabulary Weightage
Vocabulary | Weightage |
One-word substitution | 2 |
Idioms & Phrases | 2 |
Spelling Errors | 2 |
Antonym | 2 |
Synonym | 2 |
SSC CGL Reading Comprehension Weightage
Reading Comprehension | weight |
Passage | - |
Cloze test | 5 |
Important Tip: English Section is one section that gets mixed responses from candidates depending upon their educational background and preparation level. For some, this is an easy task but for others, this section becomes a nightmare and biggest hurdle in getting a good score in the exam.
SSC CGL Tier 2 Syllabus 2021
SSC CGL Tier 2 2021 exam will be of Objective Type Multiple Choice. The syllabus of SSC CGL Tier 2 Quantitative Aptitude can be described as-
SSC CGL Tier 2 Maths Syllabus
We have listed all the important topics of quantitative aptitude section in SSC CGL Tier-II Exam below. The syllabus of SSC CGL Tier I and Tier II is the same but the difficulty level of SSC CGL Tier II is much higher. You will rarely find any question which is formula based.
| Arithmetic | Weightage | Advance Maths | Weightage |
| Ration Proportion | 2 | Geometry (Circles, Triangle, Quadrilateral etc.) | 7-8 |
| LCM & HCF | 2 | Mensuration (Cube, Cylinder, Sphere, Pyramid etc.) | 7-8 |
| Percentages | 5 | Data Interpretation | 8-10 |
| Boat & Stream | 1 | Trigonometry | 7-8 |
| Speed, time, and distance | 6-7 | Height & Distance | 1-2 |
| Partnership | 2-3 | Algebra | 9-10 |
| CI & SI | 4-5 | Coordinate Geometry | 2 |
| Pipes & Cistern | 2 | Miscellaneous | 3-4 |
| Problem on Ages | 2 | - | |
| Time & Work | 5-6 | - | |
| Average | 4-5 | - | |
| Mixture & Allegation | 4-5 | - | |
| Profit loss & Discount | 7-8 | - | |
| Miscellaneous | 2 | - |
SSC CGL Tier 2 English Language & Comprehension
In SSC CGL Tier II, Paper 2 ( English) is of 200 marks and 200 questions are asked. Direct & Indirect, Active & Passive topics have a good weight-age in the English paper of SSC CGL Tier II.
SSC CGL Tier 2 English Weightage
| English | Weightage |
| Reading Comprehension | 25-30 |
| Para jumbles | 21-23 |
| Direct/ Indirect Speech | 23-25 |
| Synonyms/ Antonyms | 7-8 |
| Idiom & Phrases | 4-5 |
| Sentence Improvement | 20-22 |
| Active Passive | 20-22 |
| Cloze Test | 20-25 |
| One Word Substitution | 8-10 |
| Error Spotting | 20 |
| Correct Spelling | 3-4 |
| Fill in the Blanks | 5-6 |
| Miscellaneous | 9-10 |
SSC CGL Exam Details
(i) Paper-I & II are compulsory for all the categories of posts.
(ii) Paper-III is only for those candidates who apply for the post of Junior Statistical Officer.
(iii) Paper IV is only for those candidates who apply for the post of Assistant Audit Officer.
(iv) Candidates opting for the post of Compiler and/or Statistical Investigator Gr. II and Assistant Audit Officer must ensure that they possess the requisite qualification as mentioned above. Commission reserves the right to take appropriate action against applicants who do not possess the requisite eligibility while opting for the post of Compiler and/or Statistical Investigator Gr. II and Assistant Audit Officer.
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