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Things to Consider before Applying for the SSC CGL
Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Combined Graduate level exam for selecting staff for various Group B & Group C. The staff selection commission was established in 1975. This exam is a good opportunity for students who are looking for government jobs. As government jobs are helpful to build a stable career.
Eligibility criteria for SSC CGL (overview):
| Particulars | Details |
| Age limit | 18-27 years |
| Qualification | Graduation |
| Nationality criteria | Indian |
SSC exam pattern
SSC CGL Tier 1 – Computer based examination
| SERIAL NO. | Subject | No. of question | Maximum marks | Time allowed |
| 1. | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 60 Min (Total) |
| 2. | General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| 3. | Quantitative aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| 4. | English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
SSC CGL Tier 2 – Computer based examination
| SERIAL NO. | Subject | No. of question | Maximum marks | Time allowed |
| 1. | Quantitative Aptitude | 100 | 200 | 2 hrs |
| 2. | English language & Comprehension | 200 | 200 | 2 hrs |
| 3. | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 hrs |
| 4. | General Studies | 100 | 200 | 2 hrs |
SSC CGL Tier 3 – Pen & Paper based examination
| Subject | Marks | Time allotted |
| Descriptive paper in English / Hindi ( Essay writing ) | 100 | 1 Hr. |
Best Books for SSC CGL :
| Section | Books recommendation |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Quantitative aptitude by Dr. R.S aggarwalNCERT math from class 5 to class 12 |
| English Grammar | Wren & Martin |
| General English | Quick Learning objective general English by Rs aggrwal & vikas aggarwal Word power made easy |
| Reasoning | How to prepare logical reasoning by Arun Sharma |
| General Awareness | General knowledge by Lucent publication |
How to prepare for SSC CGL :
For Quantitative Aptitude –
1. Start with basics, Do Ncert of 5 to 10 class first, then move to above mentioned book
2. Daily solve at least 20-30 questions, solve variety of questions
3. Solve previous years question paper & mocks too
4. Learn and develop shortcuts
5. Create a notebook and write down all the important formulas & shortcut too
For General English:
- Read, Read and Read. Articles, Newspapers & Magazines are great sources . It is beneficial for developing vocabulary too.
- Install an app of dictionary which display new word everyday on notification
- Start with the basics of grammar. Learn all the important rules of grammar .
- Do at least 4-5 Rcs in a day
- Above mentioned books are really beneficial for general English
For General Awareness:
- Read ‘The Hindu’ newspaper daily
- Keep the resources minimum
- Practice as many mock as possible to improve static portion
- Go through current affair of last 1 year exam
For Reasoning:
- For blood relation , learn to make family tree
- Apply Venn diagram method for syllogism
- The more you understand the concept, the application will be easy.