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SSC CGL Syllabus Guide 2026
Graduate Level Exam- Conducting Body
- Staff Selection Commission
- Exam Mode
- Online
- Exam Level
- Graduate
- Selection Process
- Tier 1, Tier 2, DV
- Official Website
- ssc.gov.in
1
Overview
SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level) exam is conducted for recruitment to various Group B and Group C posts in different Ministries, Departments, and Organizations of the Government of India.
2
Syllabus
The SSC CGL syllabus is divided into 4 subjects. Review each section topic-wise before starting mock tests and previous year papers.
Quantitative Aptitude
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Mensuration
- Data Interpretation
English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Cloze Test
- Para Jumbles
- Fill in the Blanks
General Awareness
- History
- Geography
- Polity
- Economy
- Current Affairs
- Science
3
Exam Pattern
| Tier | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (Computer Based) |
| 100 | 200 | 60 Minutes | 0.50 Marks |
| Tier 2 (Computer Based) |
| Various | 600 | 90 Minutes | 0.50 Marks |
- Tier
- Tier 1 (Computer Based)
- Subjects
- Reasoning
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English
- General Awareness
- Questions
- 100
- Marks
- 200
- Duration
- 60 Minutes
- Negative Marking
- 0.50 Marks
- Tier
- Tier 2 (Computer Based)
- Subjects
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English Language
- Statistics
- General Studies
- Questions
- Various
- Marks
- 600
- Duration
- 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking
- 0.50 Marks
4
Syllabus Guide
Study Strategy
Best strategy, study plan and important tips
Coming SoonRecommended Books
Best books for each subject
Coming SoonPrevious Year Papers
Tier 1 & Tier 2 previous year papers
Coming SoonStudy Timeline
Month-wise study plan for better syllabus
Coming SoonPrevious Year Cutoff
SSC CGL Tier-1 Cutoff (Out of 200)
| Year | General (UR) | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 145.00 - 152.00 (Expected) | 140.00 - 146.00 (Expected) | 122.00 - 128.00 (Expected) | 110.00 - 116.00 (Expected) | 138.00 - 144.00 (Expected) |
| 2025 | 136.83 | 130.37 | 114.97 | 106.37 | 127.42 |
| 2024 | 153.19 | 146.26 | 126.46 | 111.89 | 142.02 |
| 2023 | 150.05 | 145.94 | 126.68 | 118.17 | 143.44 |
- Year
- 2026
- General (UR)
- 145.00 - 152.00 (Expected)
- OBC
- 140.00 - 146.00 (Expected)
- SC
- 122.00 - 128.00 (Expected)
- ST
- 110.00 - 116.00 (Expected)
- EWS
- 138.00 - 144.00 (Expected)
- Year
- 2025
- General (UR)
- 136.83
- OBC
- 130.37
- SC
- 114.97
- ST
- 106.37
- EWS
- 127.42
- Year
- 2024
- General (UR)
- 153.19
- OBC
- 146.26
- SC
- 126.46
- ST
- 111.89
- EWS
- 142.02
- Year
- 2023
- General (UR)
- 150.05
- OBC
- 145.94
- SC
- 126.68
- ST
- 118.17
- EWS
- 143.44
SSC CGL Tier-2 Cutoff (Out of 600)
| Year | General (UR) | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 310.00 - 325.00 (Expected) | 302.00 - 315.00 (Expected) | 275.00 - 290.00 (Expected) | 260.00 - 275.00 (Expected) | 305.00 - 318.00 (Expected) |
| 2025 | 312.50 | 305.20 | 278.40 | 265.10 | 308.00 |
| 2024 | 338.83 | 337.88 | 324.37 | 315.02 | 338.01 |
| 2023 | 287.00 | 271.00 | 252.00 | 241.00 | 265.00 |
- Year
- 2026
- General (UR)
- 310.00 - 325.00 (Expected)
- OBC
- 302.00 - 315.00 (Expected)
- SC
- 275.00 - 290.00 (Expected)
- ST
- 260.00 - 275.00 (Expected)
- EWS
- 305.00 - 318.00 (Expected)
- Year
- 2025
- General (UR)
- 312.50
- OBC
- 305.20
- SC
- 278.40
- ST
- 265.10
- EWS
- 308.00
- Year
- 2024
- General (UR)
- 338.83
- OBC
- 337.88
- SC
- 324.37
- ST
- 315.02
- EWS
- 338.01
- Year
- 2023
- General (UR)
- 287.00
- OBC
- 271.00
- SC
- 252.00
- ST
- 241.00
- EWS
- 265.00
5
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there negative marking in SSC CGL?
Yes. SSC CGL has negative marking. The exact deduction should be verified from the latest official notification.
Which is better: SSC CGL or CHSL?
SSC CGL is graduate-level and usually offers higher-level posts, while SSC CHSL is 12th-level. The better option depends on your qualification and target post.
How many attempts are allowed in SSC CGL?
SSC generally does not set a fixed attempt count. Eligibility mainly depends on age limit and category rules.
Is coaching necessary for SSC CGL?
Coaching is optional. A clear syllabus, regular practice, previous year papers, and mock tests can also build strong exam readiness.
Can final year students apply?
Final year eligibility depends on the qualification cut-off date mentioned in the latest official notification.
What is the cut-off for SSC CGL?
Cutoff changes every year based on vacancies, paper level, category, and number of candidates.
What is the salary after selection?
Salary depends on the selected post, pay level, department, and posting location.
What is the age relaxation in SSC CGL?
Age relaxation is provided as per government rules for eligible reserved categories.