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SSC CGL
SSCStaff Selection Commission – Combined Graduate Level
Recruitment for Group B and C posts across central ministries and departments.
Official source checked · 7 October 2026
Read the guide →IBPS PO
BankingInstitute of Banking Personnel Selection – Probationary Officer
Officer-level recruitment for public sector banks across India.
Official source checked · 7 October 2026
Read the guide →SBI Clerk
BankingState Bank of India – Junior Associate
Clerical cadre recruitment for customer support and sales roles at SBI.
Cycle details unverified · 7 October 2026
Read the guide →UPSC CSE
UPSCUnion Public Service Commission – Civil Services Examination
Recruitment for IAS, IPS, IFS and other All India and Central services.
Official source checked · 7 October 2026
Read the guide →RRB NTPC
RailwaysRailway Recruitment Board – Non-Technical Popular Categories
Recruitment for clerks, station masters, goods guards and more in Indian Railways.
Cycle details unverified · 7 October 2026
Read the guide →NDA
DefenceNational Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination
Entry to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the NDA.
Official source checked · 7 October 2026
Read the guide →CTET
TeachingCentral Teacher Eligibility Test
Eligibility test for teaching posts in central government schools.
Official source checked · 7 October 2026
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Government exams at a glance
| Exam | Conducted by | Frequency | Practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC CGL | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) | Once a year | practicemocks.com ↗ |
| IBPS PO | IBPS | Once a year | practicemocks.com ↗ |
| SBI Clerk | State Bank of India | As notified | practicemocks.com ↗ |
| UPSC CSE | UPSC | Once a year | practicemocks.com ↗ |
| RRB NTPC | Railway Recruitment Boards | As notified | practicemocks.com ↗ |
| NDA | UPSC | Twice a year | practicemocks.com ↗ |
| CTET | CBSE | As notified by CBSE | practicemocks.com ↗ |
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Frequently asked questions
Which government exams can I prepare for here?
Explore guides for SSC CGL, IBPS PO, SBI Clerk, UPSC CSE, RRB NTPC, NDA and CTET. The earlier brochure directory also includes legacy exams and study topics; check the portal for available tests.
Are the mock tests based on the latest pattern?
Compare the test description on the PracticeMocks portal with your recruitment cycle's official notification before choosing a series. Patterns can change between cycles.
Can I prepare for more than one exam?
Yes. Many exams share syllabus areas like reasoning, quant and GK, so you can practise for several at once.
Where do I find official notifications?
Always confirm dates and eligibility on the conducting body's official website. Our guides summarise the key points.
Which government exam is best or easiest?
There is no single answer for every aspirant. Compare your qualification, strengths, preferred role and preparation time. A familiar syllabus does not guarantee selection, and difficulty varies by paper and competition.
Can I apply after Class 12 or do I need a degree?
Qualification requirements depend on the post and recruitment cycle. Read the official notice for the required qualification and the date by which you must hold it; do not assume all posts under one exam have identical rules.
Where should I find previous-year papers?
Start with the conducting body's official question-paper or examination archive, where available. Match the paper to the correct exam and stage, then check the current syllabus before treating it as a model for this year's test.