SSC CGL syllabus
Staff Selection Commission – Combined Graduate Level, conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). The topics below summarise the syllabus; the official notification is the final word on subjects, marks and any changes for the current cycle. The official Tier-I schedule runs from 30 September to 30 October 2026. Refer to your admission certificate for your allotted date and check SSC for subsequent changes.
Main subjects
- Quantitative Aptitude
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- English Comprehension
- General Awareness
Exam pattern, stage by stage
Tier 1
Computer-based test: 100 questions, 200 marks, 60 minutes with 15-minute sectional timers; additional time rules apply for eligible scribe users
Tier 2
Paper I: Maths, Reasoning, English, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge and Data Entry Speed Test; additional papers depend on the post
Official sources
Confirm the detailed, topic-wise syllabus in the official notification. Content reviewed as of 7 October 2026.