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SSC CGL Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026

Tier-1 pattern mock tests for the SSC Combined Graduate Level exam.

Practise for SSC CGL with full-length Tier-1 mocks that match the real pattern and marking. Cover all four sections, track your accuracy and time per topic, and generate unlimited AI practice on the areas that cost you marks.

Last reviewed: August 2026

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SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2026

Section / SubjectQuestionsMarks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2550
General Awareness2550
Quantitative Aptitude2550
English Comprehension2550
Total100200
Duration
60 minutes
Marking
+2 per correct
Negative marking
−0.50 per wrong
Mode
Online CBT (Tier-1)
Total questions
100
Total marks
200

SSC CGL Selection Process

  1. 1Tier-1 (CBT)
  2. 2Tier-2 (CBT)
  3. 3Document verification
  4. 4Skill test / DEST (post-specific)

SSC CGL Detailed Syllabus

General Intelligence & Reasoning

  • Analogies & classification
  • Number & figural series
  • Coding-decoding & syllogism
  • Matrix, mirror images & non-verbal reasoning

General Awareness

  • Indian history & culture
  • Geography
  • Indian polity & constitution
  • Economics
  • General science & current affairs

Quantitative Aptitude

  • Number system & simplification
  • Percentage, ratio & average
  • Algebra & geometry
  • Trigonometry & mensuration
  • Data interpretation

English Comprehension

  • Grammar & sentence structure
  • Vocabulary — synonyms, antonyms, idioms
  • Error spotting & sentence improvement
  • Cloze test & reading comprehension

SSC CGL Syllabus — FAQs

Do the SSC CGL mocks follow the Tier-1 pattern?

Yes — each mock reproduces the Tier-1 section split, timing and negative marking.

Are the mocks free?

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Is English practice included?

Yes — the English Comprehension section is covered in full, with explanations for every question.

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