SSC-CGL Exam Overview

The SSC Combined Graduate Level (SSC CGL) exam is conducted in multiple tiers to recruit candidates for various Group B and Group C government posts. Here is an overview of the exam structure and the posts it is conducted for :
SSC CGL Exam Overview
Mode: Online computer-based test
Tiers: Two main tiers - Tier 1 and Tier 2 (sometimes followed by Tier 3 and Tier 4 for specific posts)
Tier 1: Preliminary Exam
Objective multiple-choice questions from four sections:
General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 questions, 50 marks)
General Awareness (25 questions, 50 marks)
Quantitative Aptitude (25 questions, 50 marks)
English Comprehension (25 questions, 50 marks)
Total 100 questions, 200 marks
Duration: 60 minutes
Negative marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong question
This tier is qualifying in nature
Tier 2: Main Exam
Also computer-based with multiple papers:
Mathematical Abilities
Reasoning & General Intelligence
English Language & Comprehension
General Awareness
Computer Knowledge Test (qualifying)
Data Entry Speed Test (for certain posts)
Tier 2 marks are counted for final merit
Duration varies for each paper, typically 2 hours for main papers
Posts for SSC CGL Exam
The exam is conducted for recruitment to various prestigious Government of India posts, including but not limited to:
Assistant Audit Officer
Assistant Section Officer
Inspector of Income Tax
Inspector (Central Excise)
Inspector (Preventive Officer)
Inspector (Examiner)
Sub Inspector in CBI
Junior Statistical Officer
Statistical Investigator Grade-II
Compiler
Divisional Accountant
Auditor
Accountant
Assistant (various ministries and departments)
Tax Assistant
These posts are under various Central Government ministries, departments, and offices, offering career growth and opportunities with government pay scales and benefits.