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The Staff Selection Commission released the SSC CGL Syllabus 2024 for Tier 1 and Tier 2 officially along with the notification PDF on its official website. Candidates who are going to appear for the exam must check the SSC CGL Syllabus and Exam Pattern well before they begin their preparations. For the convenience of the candidates, we have shared the SSC CGL 2024 Syllabus details in the article below.
SSC CGL Syllabus 2024
SSC CGL Syllabus consists of 4 subjects primarily- General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, General Reasoning, and English Comprehension. Candidates need to understand the basic concepts/rules/formulas in subjects such as Quantitative Aptitude, General Reasoning, and English Comprehension and learn the fundamentals from NCERT books for General Knowledge at the beginning of their preparation.
It is well known that the SSC CGL exam consists of two stages, Tier I and Tier II, with different difficulty levels. Tier 1 and Tier 2 of the SSC CGL are conducted online. The SSC CGL Tier 1 exam is qualifying in nature, whereas the final selection is based on the SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam.
SSC CGL Selection Process
Before we proceed with discussing the syllabus and exam pattern, candidates must be aware of the CGL Selection Process. The SCC CGL Selection Process includes two stages- Tier 1 and Tier 2 CBT Exam. Tier 1 is a qualifying exam where objective questions for 200 marks are asked. Tier 2 decides the merit list and the level of the questions in this tier is tougher than Tier 1. Check the detailed tier-wise CGL Exam Pattern below.
| Tier | Type | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Tier – I | Objective Multiple Choice | Computer-based (online) |
| Tier – II (Paper I and II) | Paper I is Compulsory for all posts whereas Paper II is for candidates applying for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO).
Objective Type, Multiple choice questions, except for Module II of Section III of Paper-I will be asked. |
Computer-based (online) |
There will be no Paper III in the Tier 2 Exam, as no vacancies for AAO post has been notified in the official notification.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern
Tier 1 of the CGL Exam is a qualifying round where questions for 200 marks are asked. Check the SSC CGL exam pattern for Tier 1 in the table below.
| S. No. | Sections | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time Allotted |
| 1 | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 | A cumulative time of 60 minutes (1 hour) |
| 2 | General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| 3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| 4 | English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 | ||
SSC CGL Tier 1 Syllabus 2024
The SSC CGL Tier 1 exam comprises 100 questions, with a maximum mark of 200. It lasts 60 minutes. SSC CGL Tier I is divided into four sections, with 25 questions each and a maximum mark of 50. The sections asked in the SSC CGL syllabus Tier I Exam are General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, General Reasoning, and English Comprehension. The Topic-wise Syllabus of Tier 1 is given in the table below:
SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus
The quantitative aptitude section of the SSC CGL syllabus covers many topics from basic to advanced mathematics. Check the topic list for CGL Quantitative Aptitude below.
| Topics |
|---|
| Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals, Fractions |
| Relationships between Numbers |
| Profit and Loss |
| Discount |
| Partnership Business |
| Mixture and Allegation |
| Time and Distance |
| Time & Work |
| Percentage |
| Ratio & Proportion |
| Square Roots |
| Averages |
| Interest |
| Basic Algebraic Identities of School Algebra & Elementary Surds |
| Graphs of Linear Equations |
| Triangle and its Various Kinds of Centers |
| Congruence and Similarity of Triangles |
| Circle and its Chords, Tangents, Angles Subtended by Chords of a Circle, Common Tangents to Two or More Circles |
| Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons |
| 3D Geometry (Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere) |
| Heights and Distances |
| Statistical Charts (Histogram, Frequency Polygon, Bar Diagram & Pie Chart) |
| Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid with Triangular or Square Base |
| Trigonometric Ratio, Degree and Radian Measures, Standard Identities, Complementary Angles |
SSC CGL General Intelligence and Reasoning Syllabus
SSC CGL Reasoning Syllabus includes both verbal and non-verbal reasoning. In this section, there are a total of 25 questions carrying 50 marks in total.
| Topics |
|---|
| Analogies |
| Similarities and Differences |
| Space Visualization |
| Spatial Orientation |
| Problem-Solving |
| Analysis |
| Judgment |
| Blood Relations |
| Decision Making |
| Visual Memory |
| Discrimination |
| Observation |
| Relationship Concepts |
| Arithmetical Reasoning |
| Figural Classification |
| Arithmetic Number Series |
| Non-Verbal Series |
| Coding and Decoding |
| Statement Conclusion |
| Syllogistic Reasoning |
SSC CGL English Syllabus
The SSC CGL syllabus of Tier 1 English will contain 25 questions carrying 50 marks in total. Here is the topic-wise syllabus of the English Language
| Topic |
|---|
| Phrases and Idioms |
| One-word Substitution |
| Sentence Correction |
| Error Spotting |
| Fill in the Blanks |
| Spellings Correction |
| Reading Comprehension |
| Synonyms-Antonyms |
| Active Passive |
| Sentence Rearrangement |
| Sentence Improvement |
| Cloze Test |
SSC CGL General Awareness Syllabus
The syllabus of SSC CGL General Awareness is not something that can be mastered in a day. Still, from an exam point of view, if consistently spent time, a candidate can perform well in relatively less time than with Quantitative aptitude.
| Topic |
|---|
| India and its Neighbouring Countries |
| Science |
| Current Affairs |
| Books and Authors |
| Sports |
| Important Schemes |
| Important Days |
| Portfolio |
| People in News |
Pro tips: Want to boost your preparation? Solve the SSC CGL Previous year’s Question papers
SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern
As mentioned above, Tier 2 is the most important and difficult in the exam. It decides the qualifying status of the candidates who have appeared for the exam. Also, the marks scored in this Tier decide the candidates’ posts based on their rank.
Paper 1 consists of three sections in which questions are- Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, General Intelligence, and General Awareness. Along with these, questions from the Computer Knowledge Test and one Data Entry Speed Test are also there. Paper 2 focuses on Statistics, with 100 questions totaling 200 marks and a duration of 2 hours. Paper 3 covers General Studies (Finance and Economics), also with 100 questions totaling 200 marks and a duration of 2 hours.
| SSC CGL Tier 2 Paper 1 Exam Pattern [Compulsory] | ||||
| Sections | Module | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Section I | Module-I | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 60*3 = 180 |
| Module-II | Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | ||
| Section II | Module-I | English Language and Comprehension | 45 | 70*3 = 210 |
| Module-II | General Awareness | 25 | ||
| Section III | Module-I | Computer Knowledge Test | 20 | 20*3 = 60 |
| Module-II | Data Entry Speed Test | One Data Entry Task | ||
| SSC CGL Tier 2 Paper 2 & 3 Exam Pattern [Optional] | ||||
| Paper | Section | No. of question | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Paper II | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
SSC CGL Tier 2 Syllabus
SSC CGL Tier 2 exam will be conducted online comprising 3 papers-
- Paper I (Compulsory for all posts),
- Paper II for candidates who apply for the posts of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) in the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation and
- Paper III for candidates applying for the Assistant Audit Officer/Accounts Officer posts.
Objective Type, Multiple choice questions, except for Module II of Section-III of Paper-I.
| Module/Session | Subject/Topic |
|---|---|
| Module-1, Session-1, Paper-1
[SSC CGL Mathematical Abilities Syllabus] |
Computation of 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, Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra & Elementary surds, Graphs of Linear Equations, Triangle and its various kinds of centres, Congruence and similarity of triangles, Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles, Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square base, Trigonometric ratio, Degree and Radian Measures, Standard Identities, Complementary angles, Mensuration, Heights and Distances, Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar diagram, Pie chart |
| Module-2, Section-1, Paper-1
[SSC CGL Reasoning and General Intelligence Syllabus] |
Reasoning and General Intelligence Syllabus of SSC CGL: Questions of both verbal and non-verbal types, Semantic Analogy, Symbolic operations, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Trends, Figural Analogy, Space Orientation, Semantic Classification, Venn Diagrams, Symbolic/ Number Classification, Drawing inferences, Figural Classification, Punched hole/ pattern-folding & unfolding, Semantic Series, Figural Patternfolding and completion, Number Series, Embedded figures, Figural Series, Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Word Building, Social Intelligence, Coding and de-coding, Numerical operations |
| Module-1, Section-2, Paper-1
[SSC CGL English Language And Comprehension Syllabus] |
English Language And Comprehension Syllabus: Spot the error, Fill in the blanks, Synonyms, Antonyms, Spelling/ detecting misspelled words, Idioms & phrases, One-word substitution, Improvement of sentences, Active/ passive voice of verbs, Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration, Shuffling of sentence parts, Shuffling of sentences in a passage, Cloze passage, Comprehension passage |
| Module-2, Section-2, Paper-1
[SSC CGL General Awareness Syllabus] |
General Awareness Syllabus: India and its neighbouring countries especially about History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy & Scientific Research, Science, Current Affairs, Books and Authors, Sports, Important Schemes, Important Days, Portfolio, People in News |
| Module-1, Section-3, Paper-1
[SSC CGL Computer Proficiency Syllabus] |
Computer Proficiency Syllabus: Computer Basics: Organization of a computer, Central Processing Unit (CPU), Input/ Output devices, computer memory, memory organization, backup devices, PORTs, Windows Explorer. Keyboard shortcuts. Software: Windows Operating system including basics of Microsoft Office like MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint, etc. Working with the Internet and e-mails: Web Browsing and searching, Downloading and uploading, Managing an E-mail Account, e-banking The basics of networking and cyber security include networking devices and protocols, Network and information security threats (like hacking, viruses, worms, Trojans, etc.), and preventive measures. |
| Paper II
[Statistics] |
Collection, Classification, and Presentation of Statistical Data –Primary and Secondary data, collection methods; data tabulation; Graphs and charts; Frequency distributions; and diagram presentation of frequency distributions. Measures of Central Tendency – Common measures of central tendency – mean median and mode; Partition values- quartiles, deciles, percentiles. Measures of Dispersion – Common measures of dispersion are range, quartile deviations, mean deviation, and standard deviation, as well as measures of relative dispersion. Moments, Skewness, and Kurtosis – This section covers the different types of moments and their relationship, the meaning of skewness and kurtosis, and the different measures of skewness and kurtosis. Correlation and Regression – Scatter diagram; simple correlation coefficient; simple regression lines; Spearman’s rank correlation; Measures of association of attributes; Multiple regression; Multiple and partial correlations (For three variables only). Probability Theory – Meaning of probability; Different definitions of probability; Conditional probability; Compound probability; Independent events; Bayes‟ theorem. Random Variable and Probability Distributions – Random variables; probability functions; expectation and Variance of a random variable; higher moments of a random variable; binomial, Poisson, Normal, and Exponential distributions; joint distribution of two random variables (discrete). Sampling Theory – Concept of population and sample; Parameter and statistic, Sampling and non-sampling errors; Probability and nonprobability sampling techniques(simple random sampling, stratified sampling, multistage sampling, multiphase sampling, cluster sampling, systematic sampling, purposive sampling, convenience sampling and quota sampling); Sampling distribution(statement only); Sample size decisions. Statistical Inference – Point estimation and interval estimation, Properties of a good estimator, Methods of estimation (Moments method, Maximum likelihood method, Least squares method), Testing of hypothesis, Basic concept of testing, Small sample and large sample tests, Tests on Z, t, Chi-square, and F statistic, Confidence intervals. Analysis of Variance – Analysis of one-way classified data and two-way classified data. Time Series Analysis – Components of time series, Determination of trend component by different methods, Measurement of seasonal variation by different methods. Index Numbers – Meaning of Index Numbers, Problems in the Construction of Index Numbers, Types of Index Numbers, Different Formulae, Base Shifting and Splicing of Index Numbers, Cost of Living Index Numbers, and Uses of Index Numbers. |
Module II of Section III of Paper-I (SSC CGL Computer Proficiency Syllabus)
DEST – Module II of Section III of Paper-I will include conducting a 15-minute Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) in Session II on the same day.
The “Data Entry Speed Test” (DEST) Skill Test will be conducted for a passage of about 2000 (two thousand) key depressions for 15 (fifteen) minutes. Detailed instructions regarding the Skill Test will
be provided by the Regional Offices of the Commission.
Candidates are required to type 2000 words in English in 15 minutes on a computer. This test is conducted to check a candidate’s typing skills. Candidates are given an article in English that they must type on the Computer. For the post of Tax Assistant (Central Excise and Income Tax), the DEST Exam through the SSC CGL 2022 exam is conducted to check the candidate’s typing speed.
DEST will be mandatory for all posts. However, it will be qualifying in nature.
SSC CGL Syllabus PDF Download
Candidates can download and keep the SSC CGL Syllabus PDF with their study material. This Free PDF will help candidates memorize the important topics to be covered and how to avoid topics not in the syllabus. Click on the link below to download the Syllabus PDF.
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SSC CGL Books
Candidates need to follow a proper and single booklist to prepare for CGL 2024. There are plenty of books available in the market however, candidates are advised to stick to one single resource and not to keep changing their resources. To know more about SSC CGL Books visit here.
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