SSC CGL 2026 Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern (Tier 1 & Tier 2)
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2026 detailed syllabus, exam pattern, subject-wise marking scheme, negative marking, and PDF guide for Tier-I and Tier-II examinations.
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SSC CGL 2026 Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern (Tier 1 & Tier 2)
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) : Exam Pattern & Syllabus Details
Important Dates
- •Tier-1 CBT Exam Date : 30 Sep – 30 Oct 2026
- •Tier-2 CBT Exam Date : December 2026 / January 2027
SSC CGL 2026 Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern (Tier 1 & Tier 2) : Exam Pattern
| Tier / Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-I (CBT) | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 60 Minutes (80 Mins for Scribe) |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | ||
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | ||
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | ||
| Total Tier-1 | 100 Questions | 200 Marks | Composite | |
- Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT Online).
- Negative Marking: 0.50 Marks for each wrong answer in Tier 1; 1 Mark in Tier 2.
- Question Type: Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).
SSC CGL 2026 Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern (Tier 1 & Tier 2) : Syllabus
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Semantic Analogy, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Figural Analogy, Semantic Classification, Venn Diagrams, Critical Thinking, Coding and De-coding.
- General Awareness: Questions relate to India and neighboring countries, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy & Scientific Research.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Whole numbers, decimals, fractions, relationships between numbers, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Alligation, Time and distance, Time & Work, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics & Probability.
- English Comprehension: Reading Comprehension, Cloze test, Error detection, Sentence improvement, Active/Passive voice, Direct/Indirect speech, Idioms & Phrases, One word substitution.
How to Download Official SSC CGL Syllabus
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the detailed examination scheme and syllabus for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2026 Examination. Candidates preparing for Group B and Group C posts must thoroughly understand the Tier-1 and Tier-2 Computer-Based Examination (CBT) structures, negative marking, and subject topics.
SSC CGL 2026 Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern (Tier 1 & Tier 2) : Important Links
| Download Tier 1 & 2 Detailed Syllabus (PDF) | Click Here |
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SSC CGL 2026 Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern (Tier 1 & Tier 2) : FAQs
Q. Is there negative marking in SSC CGL Tier 1?
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A. Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Tier 1.
Q. What is the total duration of SSC CGL Tier 1 exam?
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A. The total duration of Tier 1 examination is 60 minutes (80 minutes for eligible PwBD candidates with scribe).
Q. How many questions are asked in SSC CGL Tier 1?
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A. A total of 100 questions (25 questions each from Reasoning, GA, Quant, and English) carrying 200 marks are asked.
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