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The official notification of SSC CGL 2023 is released on 03rd April 2023 . The Online Application for the registration will be open for one month from the date of the start date of online application. The date for the official notification for SSC CGL 2023 is updated on the official website of SSC. Candidates can keep a close eye on our page to get the direct link for the online application.
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Tentative Dates
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Notification Release Date
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03rd April 2023
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Online Application Process Duration
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03-04-2023 to 03-05-2023
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SSC CGL Tier-I Application Status Out
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April 2023
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SSC CGL Admit Card 2021-22 Tier-I
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30th June 2023
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SSC CGL 2021-22 Tier-I Exam Date
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14th July to 27th July 2023 |
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SSC CGL Tier-I Answer Key
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29th September 2023 |
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SSC CGL Tier-I Result
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19th September 2023 |
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SSC CGL Tier-II Admit Card
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21st October 2023
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SSC CGL Tier-II Exam Date
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25th October 2023
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The approximate number of vacancies for different posts under SSC CGL 2023 recruitment notified later.
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SSC CGL 2023 Notification Release Date
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03rd April 2023 |
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SSC CGL 2023 Application Start Date
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03rd April 2023 |
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SSC CGL 2023 Application End Date
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03rd May 2023 |
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Last date and time for receipt of online applications:
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04th May 2023 |
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Last date and time for generation of offline Challan:
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05th may 223 |
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SSC CGL 2023 Tier- I (CBE) Exam Date
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14th July to 27th July |
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SSC CGL Tier- II (CBE)
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25th October 2023 |
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1. Citizenship: Candidate must be a citizen of India
2. Age Limit (As on 01-08-2023)
There are different set of age limits for different posts in SSC CGL Exam 2023, which are tabulated below:
| Post Name | Department | Age |
| Assistant Audit Officer | Indian Audit & Accounts Department under CAG | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant Accounts Officer | Indian Audit & Accounts Department under CAG | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | Central Secretariat Service | 20-30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | Intelligence Bureau | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of Railway | 20-30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of External Affairs | 20-30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | AFHQ | 20-30 years |
| Assistant | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | 18-30 years |
| Assistant | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | 20-30 years |
| Assistant Section Officer | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant/ Superintendent | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Inspector of Income Tax | CBDT | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Inspector, (Central Excise) | CBEC | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Inspector (Preventive Officer) | CBEC | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Inspector (Examiner) | CBEC | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Assistant Enforcement Officer | Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue | Up to 30 years |
| Sub Inspector | Central Bureau of Investigation | 20-30 years |
| Inspector Posts | Department of Post | 18-30 years |
| Divisional Accountant | Offices under CAG | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics | Not exceeding 30 years |
| Sub Inspector | National Investigation Agency (NIA) | Up to 30 years |
| Junior Statistical Officer | M/o Statistics & Programme Implementation | Up to 32 years |
| Auditor | Offices under C&AG | 18-27 years |
| Auditor | Offices under CGDA | 18-27 years |
| Auditor | Other Ministry/ Departments | 18-27 years |
| Accountant | Offices under C&AG | 18-27 years |
| Accountant/ Junior Accountant | Other Ministry/ Departments | 18-27 years |
| Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks | Central Govt. Offices/ Ministries other than CSCS cadres | 18-27 years |
| Tax Assistant | CBDT | 18-27 years |
| Tax Assistant | CBEC | 20-27 years |
| Sub-Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics | 18-27 years |
| Upper Division Clerks | Dte. Gen Border Road Organization (MoD) | 18-27 years |
| S.No | Category | Age Relaxation |
| 1. | OBC | 3 years |
| 2. | ST/SC | 5 years |
| 3. | PH + Gen | 10 years |
| 4. | PH + OBC | 13 years |
| 5. | PH + SC/ST | 15 years |
| 6. | Ex-Servicemen (Gen) | 3 years |
| 7. | Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 years |
| 8. | Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years |
3. SSC CGL 2023 Educational Qualification (As on 01-08-2023):-
The basic and compulsory education qualification required under SSC CGL 2020 Eligibility is holding a Bachelor’s Degree / Graduation or any equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
| SSC CGL | Educational Qualification |
| Assistant Audit Officer |
Bachelor's Degree in any subject from a recognized University |
| Junior Statistical Officer | Bachelor's Degree in any subject from a recognized University OR Institute with at least 60% Marks in Mathematics at 12th standard level OR Bachelor's Degree in any subject with Statistics as one of the subjects at degree level. |
| Statistical Investigator Grade-II Post |
Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University with minimum 60% in Mathematics in Class 12th |
| All Other Posts | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from arecognized University or equivalent |
| Important Note | The candidates appearing in the final year of their graduation can also apply, however they must possess Essential qualification on or before 01-01-2022. |
4. Physical Fitness Requirements:
Apart from the above, there are certain requisite Physical Standards for Inspector (Central Excise/ Examiner/Preventive Officer), Sub-Inspector in CBI (Central Bureau of Investigation) and Sub-Inspector in NIA (National Investigation Agency).
This is good for preparing to make a note of SSC CGL 2023 Exam Pattern & Syllabus, before starting the exam SSC CGL preparation. SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2021-22 for Tier 1 & 2 are given below:
Staff Selection Commission of India will be conducting SSC CGL 2020 Exam in four stages: Tier-1, Tier-2, Tier-3 & Tier-4 exam. While Tier-I & Tier-II exam will be conducted online, Tier-III will be a pen and paper based exam and Tier-IV will be a computer skill test. Let's have a look at the exam pattern for all these stages of SC CGL 2020 Recruitment process one by one.
1. SSC CGL 2023 Tier-I Examination
It consists of a paper of Objective type (multiple choice questions) and carries a maximum of 200 marks to be solved in duration of 1hr.
The scheme of this test is given below in a table:
| Parts | Subject | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 1 Hours |
| B | General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| C | Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| D | English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 | ||
Penalty for wrong answer:
There is a negative marking of 1/4 Marks for each wrong answer. There is no sectional cut off. No point will be deducted if the question is left blank or unattempted by a candidate. For visually handicapped Person the exam duration is 80 minutes.
The SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam 2024 will be conducted in 3 phases- Paper 1, Paper 2, and Paper 3. Paper I (Compulsory for all posts), Paper II for candidates who apply for the posts of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) in the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation and Paper III for candidates who apply for the posts of Assistant Audit Officer/ Assistant Accounts Officer.
SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2023
| S.No. | Papers | Time Allotted |
| 1 | Paper I: (Compulsory for all posts) | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| 2 | Paper II: Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) and Statistical Investigator Gr. II | 2 hours |
| 3 | Paper III: Assistant Audit Officer/ Assistant Accounts Officer | 2 hours |
The detailed SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2024 for Tier 2 Exam has been discussed below along with the changes made by SSC this year.
| SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2023 [Paper 1] |
| Sessions | Sections | Modules | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Weightage | Duration |
| Session I | Section I | Module-I | Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | 23% | 1 hour |
| Module-II | Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | 23% | |||
| Section II | Module-I | English Language and Comprehension | 45 | 135 | 35% | 1 hour | |
| Module-II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 19% | |||
| Section III | Module-I | Computer Knowledge Test | 20 | 60 | Qualifying | 15 minutes | |
| Session II | Module-II | Data Entry Speed Test | One Data Entry Task | Qualifying | 15 minutes | ||
| SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2023 [Paper 2 & 3] |
| Papers | Sections | No. of question | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Paper II | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper III | General Studies (Finance and Economics) | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
Penalty of Wrong Answer: There is a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I, Section-II and Module-I of Section-III of Paper-I and 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Paper-II and Paper-III.
Document Verification: The last step to the final selection would be Document Verification.
Detailed information SSC CGL Syllabus
Go through the detailed SSC CGL Syllabus for Tier-I exam given below. The syllabus is distributed among 4 subjects - General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, GA & English. Know the topics that will be asked in each of this subject.
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | Quantitative Aptitude | General Awareness | English Language |
| Classification | Simplification | Static GK | Reading Comprehension |
| Analogy | Interest | Science | Fill in the blanks |
| Coding and Decoding | Percentage | Current Affairs | Spellings |
| Puzzle | Ratio and Proportion | Geography | Phrase or idiom meaning |
| Matrix | Average | Finance and Economy | One word substitution |
| Word formation | Problems on Age | Polity | Phrase replacement/ Sentence correction |
| Arranging words in Logical order or Dictionary order | Time, Distance and Speed | History | Error Spotting |
| Venn Diagram | Profit and Loss | Close Test | |
| Directions and Distance | Number Series | Rearrangment | |
| Blood Relations | Number System | Direct-Indirect | |
| Missing Number | Mensuration | Active-Passive | |
| Series | Data Interpretation | ||
| Non-Verbal Reasoning | Time and Work | ||
| Verbal Reasoning | Mixture Problems | ||
| Algebra | |||
| Geometry | |||
| Trigonometry |
| Statistics | Quantitative Aptitude | General Awareness | English Language |
| Collection and Representation of Data | Simplification | Finance and Accounting | Reading Comprehension |
| Measure of Dispersion | Interest | Fundamental Principles | Fill in the blanks |
| Measure of Central Tendency | Percentage | Basic Concepts of Accounting | Spellings |
| Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis | Ratio and Proportion | Self-Balancing Ledger | Phrase or idiom meaning |
| Correlation and Regression | Average | Finance and Economy | One word substitution |
| Random Variables | Problems on Age | Polity | Phrase replacement/ Sentence correction |
| Sampling Theory | TIme, Distance and Speed | Economic and Governance | Error Spotting |
| Analysis and Variance | Profit and Loss | Comptroller and Auditor General of India | |
| Time Series Analysis | Number Series | Finance Commission | |
| Index Number | Number System | Theory of Demand and Supply | |
| Mensuration | |||
| Data Interpretation | |||
| Time and Work | |||
| Mixture Problems | |||
| Algebra | |||
| Geometry | |||
| Trigonometry |
DEST ( Date Entry Speed Test ) : For the post of Tax Assistant (Central Excise and Income Tax),DEST Exam through SSC CGL 2023 exam is conducted to check the typing speed of the candidate. The candidates are given an article in English which they have to type on Computer. A candidate is required to type 2000 words in 15 minutes.
CPT ( Computer Proficiency Test ): Word Processing, Spread Sheets and Generation of slides are the three modules that are important for this exam and the commission demands a candidate to be proficient in it for the post of Assistant Section Officer in CSS, MEA & AFHQ, Assistant in Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Assistant (GSI) in the Ministry of Mines, Inspector (Central Excise), Inspector (Preventive Officer) & Inspector (Examiner) in CBIC.
Document Verification: The last step to the final selection would be Document Verification.
Pay Level-8 (Rs 47600 to 151100):
| S No | Name of Post | Ministry/ Department/ Office/ Cadre | Classification of Posts |
| 1 | Assistant Audit Officer | Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG | Group “B” Gazetted (Non Ministerial) |
| 2 | Assistant Accounts Officer | Indian Audit & Accounts Department under C&AG | Group “B” Gazetted (Non Ministerial) |
Pay Level-7 (Rs 44900 to 142400):
| S No | Name of Post | Ministry/ Department/ Office/ Cadre | Classification of Posts |
| 3 | Assistant Section Officer | Central Secretariat Service | Group “B” |
| 4 | Assistant Section Officer | Intelligence Bureau | Group “B” |
| 5 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of Railway | Group “B” |
| 6 | Assistant Section Officer | Ministry of External Affairs | Group “B” |
| 7 | Assistant Section Officer | AFHQ | Group “B” |
| 8 | Assistant | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Group “B” |
| 9 | Assistant | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Group “B” |
| 10 | Assistant Section Officer | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Group “B” |
| 11 | Inspector of Income Tax | CBDT | Group “C” |
| 12 | Inspector, (Central Excise) | CBIC | Group “B” |
| 13 | Inspector (Preventive Officer) | ||
| 14 | Inspector (Examiner) | ||
| 15 | Assistant Enforcement Officer | Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue | Group “B” |
| 16 | Sub Inspector | Central Bureau of Investigation | Group “B” |
| 17 | Inspector Posts | Department of Post | Group “B” |
| 18 | Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics | Group “B” |
Pay Level-6 (Rs 35400 to 112400):
| S No | Name of Post | Ministry/ Department/ Office/ Cadre | Classification of Posts |
| 19 | Assistant | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Group “B” |
| 20 | Assistant/ Superin- tendent | Other Ministries/ Departments/ Organizations | Group “B” |
| 21 | Divisional Accountant | Offices under C&AG | Group “B” |
| 22 | Sub Inspector | National Investigation Agency (NIA) | Group “B” |
| 23 | Junior Statistical Officer | M/o Statistics & Programme Implementation. | Group “B” |
| 24 | Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Registrar General of India | Group “B” |
Pay Level-5 (Rs 29200 to 92300):
| S No | Name of Post | Ministry/ Department/ Office/ Cadre | Classification of Posts |
| 25 | Auditor | Offices under C&AG | Group “C” |
| 26 | Auditor | Other Ministry/ Departments | Group “C” |
| 27 | Auditor | Offices under CGDA | Group “C” |
| 28 | Accountant | Offices under C&AG | Group “C” |
| 29 | Accountant/ Junior Accountant | Other Ministry/ Departments | Group “C” |
Pay Level-4 (Rs 25500 to 81100):
| S No | Name of Post | Ministry/ Department/ Office/ Cadre | Classification of Posts |
| 25 | Senior Secretariat Assistant/ Upper Division Clerks | Central Govt. Offices/ Ministries other than CSCS cadres. | Group “C” |
| 26 | Tax Assistant | CBDT | Group “C” |
| 27 | Tax Assistant | CBIC | Group “C” |
| 28 | Sub-Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics | Group “C” |
| 29 | Upper Division Clerks | Dte. Gen Border Road Organisation (MoD) (Post is only for male Candidates with higher physical and medical standards) |
Group “C” |
| Category | Fees |
| For General /OBC candidates | Rs.100/- |
| For SC/ST/PH candidates | Nill |
| For Female candidates | Nill |
SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut-Off Marks 2023
The Staff Selection Commission conducted the CGL Tier-I, 2023 from 14th July 27th July 2023 . A total of 9,78,103 candidates appeared in the said examination. The cut-off marks and the number of candidates getting qualified for Tier-II and Tier-III Examinations are as follows:
| SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off 2023 | |
| SSC CGL Cut Off for Finance/Assistant Audit Officer/ Assistant Accounts Officer Posts | |
| Category | SSC CGL AAO Cut-Off |
| General | 169.67168 |
| EWS | 167.18331 |
| OBC | 166.28763 |
| SC | 154.29292 |
| ST | 148.98918 |
| OH | 147.95269 |
| HH | 126.86400 |
| Others-PWD | 109.82718 |
| SSC CGL Cut Off for Statistics & Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) Post | |
| Category | SSC CGL JSO Cut-Off |
| General | 168.53975 |
| EWS | 166.06750 |
| OBC | 165.86857 |
| SC | 148.50911 |
| ST | 146.65109 |
| OH | 132.72381 |
| HH | 80.99998 |
| VH | 114.60998 |
| SSC CGL Cut Off for Statistical Investigator Gr.II | |
| Category | SSC CGL Statistical Investigator Gr.II Cut-Off |
| General | 172.36025 |
| OBC | 152.42184 |
| EWS | 158.76802 |
| SC | -- |
| ST | 127.32602 |
| HH | 49.14875 |
| VH | 82.56201 |
| Others-PWD | 40.00000 |
| SSC CGL Cut Off for Posts Except for Assistant Audit Officer/ Assistant Accounts Officer/ Junior Statistical Officer | |
| Category | SSC CGL Cut-Off (Other Posts) |
| General | 150.04936 |
| EWS | 143.44441 |
| OBC | 145.93743 |
| SC | 126.68201 |
| ST | 118.16655 |
| ESM | 100.29326 |
| OH | 115.98466 |
| HH | 77.72754 |
| VH | 121.59662 |
| Other PWD | 57.45303 |
SSC CGL 2023 Tier-1 Result: List 2 (APPEARING IN TIER-2 (PAPER-1, PAPER-2, PAPER-3)
SSC CGL Tier 2 Result 2023
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the result for SSC CGL 2018 Tier-II exam. SSC CGL 2018 Examination was successfully conducted from 11th September to 14th September at various centers across India. All candidates can check SSC CGL 2018 Tier-II exam result by clicking on the links provided below. The Tier-III (Descriptive Examination) for SSC CGL 2018 is scheduled to be held on 29th December 2019.
Click here to check SSC CGL 2023 Tier-II Result: List 1
Click here to check SSC CGL 2023 Tier-II Result: List 2
General Intelligence For SSC CGL 2023
Topic wise analysis of General Intelligence Section of SSC CGL Exam 2023
For your convenience we are providing exact number of questions asked from respective topics in Previous Year SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam.
With this exam analysis, it is transparent to notice that there was no major difference in the number of questions from respective topics. Only Coding Decoding Section begged 1 additional question for itself. And a little change in number of questions from sections like Series, Coding Decoding, Analogy is expected in SSC CGL Tier 1 2023 as well.
| S. No. | Topics | No. Of Questions asked in SSC Shift 1 | No. Of Questions asked in SSC CGL Shift 2 |
| 1 | Analogy | 1-2 | 2 |
| 2 | Odd One Out | 2 | 2-3 |
| 3 | Series | 2 | 2-3 |
| 4 | Statement & Conclusions | 1 | 1-2 |
| 5 | Directions | 1-2 | - |
| 6 | Sequence (Acc. to Dictionary) | 1 | 1 |
| 7 | Word Formation | 1 | 1 |
| 8 | Coding-Decoding | 3-4 | 3 |
| 9 | Mathematical Operations | 1 | 1 |
| 10 | Matrix | 1 | 1 |
| 11 | Blood Relation (Age calculation) | 1 | 1 |
| 12 | Mirror Image | 1 | 1 |
| 13 | Venn Diagram | 1 | 1 |
| 14 | Paper Folding Image | 1 | 1 |
| 15 | Missing Term | 1 | 1 |
| 16 | Calendar | 1 | - |
| 17 | Cube | - | 1 |
| 18 | Counting Figure | 1 | 1 |
| 19 | Complete Figure | 1 | 1 |
| 20 | Hidden Figure | 1 | 1 |
| 21 | Total Questions | 25 | 25 |
English Language For SSC CGL 2023
Topic wise analysis of English Language Section of SSC CGL Exam 2023
Go through the below table accurately summing up the number of questions from the central topics in previous year SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam.
It is easy to observe that number of questions from particular sections like Fill In The Blanks, Sentence Improvement, Idioms and Phrases, Error Detection reduced by one 2-3 while questions from Synonyms, Antonyms, Spelling Correction increased by one and simultaneously Active Passive, Direct Indirect and Phrase Substitution questions were introduced. This analysis makes this contemplation stronger that same distribution of questions from respective sections is also expected in SSC CGL Tier 1 2018 Exam.
| Topics Asked | No. of Questions (Shift 1) | No. of Questions (Shift 2) | No. of Questions (Shift 3) | No. of Questions (Shift 4) |
| Average | 1 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 0-1 |
| Geometry | 2 | 4-5 | 2-3 | 1-2 |
| Mensuration | 2 | 2 | 2-3 | 1-2 |
| Data Interpretation | 4-5 | 4-5 | 5 | 3-4 |
| Trigonometry | 2 | 1 | 1-2 | 2-3 |
| CI & SI | 1 | 2-3 | 1 | 1 |
| Mixture & Alligation | 0-1 | 0-1 | 0 | 0 |
| Number System | 1-2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Percentages | 0-1 | 2-3 | 1 | 1-2 |
| Profit loss & Discount | 2 | 2 | 1-2 | 1 |
| Ratio & Proportion | 2 | 2 | 0-1 | 1-2 |
| Time and Work | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1-2 |
| Algebra | 2 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 2-3 |
| Speed, Time and Distance | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Quantitative Aptitude For SSC CGL 2023
Topic wise analysis of Quantitative Aptitude Section of SSC CGL Exam 2023
For your convenience we are providing exact number of questions asked from respective topics in Previous Year SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam.
In Quantitative Aptitude, the last 2 year exam analysis for this section reveals an increase in number of questions in Topics like Trigonometry and DI dispensing with the reduce in number of questions in Geometry and Mensuration. However this minuscule rise and fall in number of questions from particular topics is acceptable in this year SSC CGL Tier 1 Paper Set as well. So be prepared in advance and practice each section equivalently.
| Topics Asked | No. of Questions (Shift 1) | No. of Questions (Shift 2) | No. of Questions (Shift 3) | No. of Questions (Shift 4) |
| Average | 1 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 0-1 |
| Geometry | 2 | 4-5 | 2-3 | 1-2 |
| Mensuration | 2 | 2 | 2-3 | 1-2 |
| Data Interpretation | 4-5 | 4-5 | 5 | 3-4 |
| Trigonometry | 2 | 1 | 1-2 | 2-3 |
| CI & SI | 1 | 2-3 | 1 | 1 |
| Mixture & Alligation | 0-1 | 0-1 | 0 | 0 |
| Number System | 1-2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Percentages | 0-1 | 2-3 | 1 | 1-2 |
| Profit loss & Discount | 2 | 2 | 1-2 | 1 |
| Ratio & Proportion | 2 | 2 | 0-1 | 1-2 |
| Time and Work | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1-2 |
| Algebra | 2 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 2-3 |
| Speed, Time and Distance | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Topic wise analysis of General Awareness Section of SSC CGL Exam 2023
Below we have provided number of questions from the relevant topics in previous year exam of SSC CGL To let you remove your doubts regarding the weight age of particular topics.
General Awareness Section has always been the biggest surprising element for aspirants. The last 2 year exam analysis ascribes major introduction of questions in particular sections. Current Affair Section demanded more number of questions previous year. Similarly, number of questions were added in Physics and Geography Sections as well with the reduction in Sections of Biology and Economics.
At the same time, General Awareness can’t be bounded and it can surprise you each and every year with amorphous distribution in any section. Hence, studying it thoroughly and covering almost every section to a wider extent is creditable in exam preparation.
| Topics |
No. of Questions (Shift 1) |
No. of Questions (Shift 2) | No. of Questions (Shift 3) | No. of Questions (Shift 4) |
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History |
1 | 3-4 | 2-3 | 1-2 |
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Indian Polity |
1 | 2-3 | 2-3 | 2-3 |
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Physical Geography |
1-2 | 2-3 | 1-2 | 2-3 |
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Economy |
1 | 0-1 | 1-2 | 1-2 |
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Biology |
2 | 1-2 | 1 | 1-2 |
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Physics |
2 | 2 | 1 | 1-2 |
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Chemistry |
1 | 1-2 | 1 | 1-2 |
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Static GK |
3-4 | 2-3 | 3-4 | 4-5 |
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CA |
2-3 | 4-5 | 3-4 | 4-5 |
SSC CGL 2023 Cut Off: Previous Year Exam Cut Off
The SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam 2021-22 was held at various exam centers across the country. Lakhs of candidates who appeared in the exam are now anxiously waiting for the release of the SSC CGL Cut-Off 2022. SSC has uploaded SSC CGL Tier 1 Cut Off along with the SSC CGL Result 2022. SSC CGL Cut Off 2022 has been released separately for each post and we have updated the same here in this article.
List 1- SSC CGL Cut-Off and Candidates short-listed in Tier-I for appearing in Tier-II [Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-IV {General Studies (Finance & Accounts)}] and Tier-III (for the post of Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer)
| SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2021-22 (Finance & Accounts, AAO) | ||
| Category | Finance & Accounts, AAO | Candidates Available |
| SC | 136.76 | 2062 |
| ST | 131.61 | 989 |
| OBC | 153.36 | 3738 |
| EWS | 156.80 | 1513 |
| UR | 159.07 | 2162 |
| OH | 124.29 | 207 |
| HH | 101.81 | 150 |
| Others-PWD | 65.27 | 150 |
| Total | -- | 10971 |
List-2: SSC CGL Cut-Off and Candidates qualified in Tier-I for appearing in Tier-II [Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-III (Statistics)] and Tier-III (for the post of Junior Statistical Officer)
| SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2021-22 (Statistics & JSO) | ||
| Category | Statistics & JSO | Candidates Available |
| SC | 139.09 | 803 |
| ST | 125.58 | 784 |
| OBC | 162.48 | 669 |
| EWS | 162.48 | 490 |
| UR | 162.48 | 790 |
| Total | -- | 3536 |
List-3: SSC CGL Cut-Off and Candidates short-listed in Tier-I for appearing in Tier-II [Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-III (Statistics)] and Tier-III (for the post of Statistical Investigator Gr. II)
| SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2021-22 (Statistics & Statistical Investigator Gr. II) | ||
| Category | Statistics & Statistical Investigator Gr. II | Candidates Available |
| SC | 75.77 | 5694 |
| ST | 62.81 | 3243 |
| OBC | 95.11 | 10496 |
| EWS | 104.63 | 3544 |
| UR | 114.84 | 4026 |
| OH | 47.42 | 582 |
| HH | 40 | 199 |
| VH | 40 | 179 |
| Others-PWD | 40 | 69 |
| Total | -- | 28032 |
List-4: SSC CGL Cut-Off and Candidates short-listed in Tier-I for appearing in Tier-II [Paper-I, Paper-II and Tier III (for all other posts)
| SSC CGL Tier-1 Cut Off 2022 (All Other Posts) | ||
| Category | All Other Posts | Candidates Available |
| SC | 94.58 | 22355 |
| ST | 81.52 | 12784 |
| OBC | 117.87 | 32563 |
| EWS | 109.64 | 17979 |
| UR | 130.18 | 15904 |
| ESM | 42.54 | 7897 |
| OH | 77.22 | 1792 |
| HH | 40 | 1359 |
| VH | 64.77 | 841 |
| Others-PWD | 40 | 374 |
| Total | -- | 113848 |
SSC CGL Tier 2 Cut-Off 2021-22 has been released along with the Result on the 15th of October 2022. SSC CGL has released Tier 2 Cut-Off on the official website @ssc.nic.in. All candidates can check SSC CGL 2021-22 tier-2 cut-off from the table given below.
| Category | Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) | Junior Statistical Officer (Grade-II) | Statistical Investigator Grade-II | Remaining Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 589.31769 | 546.64385 | 416.83701 | 478.55241 |
| OBC | 542.10197 | 546.64385 | 271.21660 | 440.22205 |
| SC | 500.97592 | 486.49474 | 218.17126 | 384.72348 |
| ST | 491.58849 | 477.40010 | 203.51718 | 345.12440 |
| EWS | 532.79619 | 364.49931 | 351.99348 | 423.11311 |
| OH | 460.21014 | — | 241.88030 | 341.27368 |
| HH | 384.80476 | — | 181.81987 | 203.73501 |
| Other PwD | 236.79194 | 181.81987 | 128.12146 |
List 1- SSC CGL Cut-Off and Candidates short-listed in Tier-III for appearing in Document Verification (for the post of Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer)
| SSC CGL Tier-3 Cut Off 2021-22 (AAO) | ||
| Category | Cut Off Marks | Candidates Available |
| SC | 532.26 | 421 |
| ST | 529.11 | 196 |
| OBC | 574.51 | 917 |
| EWS | 570.83 | 457 |
| UR | 636.78 | 477 |
| OH | 516.57 | 44 |
| HH | 423.80 | 29 |
| Others-PWD | 272.79 | 29 |
| Total | -- | 2570 |
List 2- SSC CGL Cut-Off and Candidates short-listed in Tier-III for appearing in Document Verification (for the post of Junior Statistical Officer)
| SSC CGL Tier-3 Cut Off 2021-22 (JSO) | ||
| Category | Cut Off Marks | Candidates Available |
| SC | 523.69 | 140 |
| ST | 511.06 | 120 |
| OBC | 593.09 | 87 |
| EWS | 558.71 | 58 |
| UR | 594.42 | 99 |
| Total | -- | 504 |
List 3- SSC CGL Cut-Off and Candidates short-listed in Tier-III for appearing in Document Verification (for the post of SI Grade 2)
| SSC CGL Tier-3 Cut Off 2021-22 (SI Grade 2) | ||
| Category | Cut Off Marks | Candidates Available |
| SC | 260.40 | 713 |
| ST | 241.73 | 281 |
| OBC | 317.61 | 781 |
| EWS | 386.20 | 283 |
| UR | 453.69 | 326 |
| OH | 261.34 | 36 |
| HH | 213.81 | 12 |
| VH | 233.53 | 15 |
| Others-PWD | 330.11 | 01 |
| Total | -- | 2448 |
List 4- SSC CGL Cut-Off and Candidates short-listed in Tier-III for appearing for DV & Skill Test (posts requiring CPT)
| SSC CGL Tier-3 Cut Off 2021-22 (posts requiring CPT) | ||
| Category | Cut Off Marks | Candidates Available |
| SC | 496.13 | 1417 |
| ST | 460.80 | 1120 |
| OBC | 550.10 | 1702 |
| EWS | 543.04 | 1422 |
| UR | 564.49 | 1257 |
| OH | 459.46 | 116 |
| HH | 371.32 | 95 |
| VH | 509.91 | 32 |
| Others-PWD | 317.09 | 36 |
| Total | -- | 7197 |
List 5- SSC CGL Cut-Off and Candidates short-listed in Tier-III for appearing for DV & Skill Test (other posts)
| SSC CGL Tier-3 Cut Off 2021-22 (posts requiring CPT) | ||
| Category | Cut Off Marks | Candidates Available |
| SC | 462.91 | 3193 |
| ST | 430.49 | 1828 |
| OBC | 504.05 | 7221 |
| EWS | 505.43 | 3786 |
| UR | 281.91 | 3158 |
| ESM | 281.97 | 1903 |
| OH | 375.78 | 421 |
| HH | 228.45 | 375 |
| VH | 392.88 | 198 |
| Others-PWD | 166.61 | 120 |
| Total | -- | 22203 |
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SSC CGL EXAM is conducted in four tiers namely, Tier I, Tier II, Tier III and Tier IV. It is highly recommended that one should prepare for every tier effectively. All the tiers are important but Tier I is a qualifying stage of the selection process of SSC CGL Exam.
Let us discuss Tier-wise preparation tips for SSC CGL 2023 Exam
SSC CGL TIER 1 comprises of four sections these are
a. General Intelligence & Reasoning:
This section consists of questions on both verbal and non-verbal reasoning. The verbal reasoning section envelops more questions as compared to non-verbal reasoning section. Some of the significant SSC CGL topics that candidates can prepare for this section include Similarities and Differences, Number Series, Spatial Orientation, Analogies, Arithmetic Non-Verbal Series, Space Visualisation, Decision-Making, Syllogistic Reasoning, Problem-Solving, Judgment, Visual Memory, Coding and Decoding, Statement Conclusion, etc.
b. General Awareness:
Questions asked in this section of the exam are intended to test candidates’ general awareness of the environment around him/her. Topics generally incorporated in this section include History, Geography, Culture, Economic Scene and General Policy & Scientific Research. In order to prepare this section, candidates are advised to augment their general knowledge by reading newspapers, magazines and blogs regularly. Candidates are also recommended to generate notes on significant current affairs for better memory.
c. Quantitative Aptitude:
Questions asked in Quantitative Aptitude section test candidates’ aptitude of using numbers and calculations correctly. The significant SSC CGL topics in this section are Whole Numbers, Ratio & Proportion, Discount, Decimals & Fractions, Averages, Percentage, Square Roots, Interest, Profit and Loss, Time & distance, Time & Work, geometrical problems, etc. Some of the significant tips for preparation of this section consist of working on the basics, learning short-cut methods to increase the calculation speed and manage time suitably.
d. English Comprehension:
This section endeavours to analyze the basic English comprehension and writing skills of candidates. In order to prepare this section, candidates should develop good command over English grammar rules and vocabulary. Candidates are also advised to perk up their comprehension skills by reading articles, stories and opinion pieces in magazines, editorials, etc.
The section-wise SSC CGL preparation tips for tier-II below:
TIER II comprises of four papers these are:
Paper I and Paper II i.e. Quantitative Aptitude and English Language & Comprehension are common in both SSC CGL TIER I & TIER II exam therefore one can adopt the same tips as did for SSC CGL TIER I (as discussed above). The only difference is of the difficulty level which can be managed by taking up separate online mock test series for SSC CGL TIER II. It will give the questions with the same level as asked in SSC CGL TIER II. Besides that, one can practice previous year question papers of SSC CGL TIER II for better understanding of difficulty level and exam pattern which is the ultimate requirement to prepare for the exam effectively.
Paper-III (Statistics) SSC CGL tier-II exam comprises of questions on topics such as Collection, Classification and Presentation of Statistical Data; Measures of Central Tendency; Measures of Dispersion Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis; Correlation and Regression; Probability Theory; Random Variable and Probability Distributions; Sampling Theory; Statistical Inference; Analysis of Variance; Time Series Analysis and Index Numbers. The questions generally asked in this paper have high difficult level hence one need to understand the application of various formulae based on the problems asked. There is no direct question asked in this section. Hence appropriate practice is required to prepare for this section. Buy the best author resource book or study material for this subject having number of questions on Statistics for practice. It should be based on the latest exam pattern and syllabus of SSC CGL TIER II as mentioned in the official notification of SSC CGL EXAM 2020.
Paper-IV (General Studies – Finance & Accounts and Economics & Governance) comprises of two parts, Part A is named as General Studies – Finance & Accounts and Part B is named as General Studies – Economics & Governance
These papers should be prepared from various competitive exam magazines specially designed for SSC CGL TIER II EXAM. Besides that, buy a comprehensive study material based on the latest syllabus and exam pattern of SSC CGL EXAM 2020. Take regular quizzes from various educational websites by subscribing them. Attempt them and know your abilities. Then resume your revision according to the weaknesses by going through the notes.
Preparation tips for SSC CGL Tier-III
SSC CGL tier-III is a descriptive paper that can be written in Hindi or English language. This paper is designed to examine candidates’ ability to deal with official communication. In this paper, candidates are given a topic to write an essay, précis, letter or application. This paper should be prepared by taking lot of writing practice on burning topics of current affairs hence your GS section preparation will assist you in this TIER.
Preparation tips for SSC CGL Tier-IV
SSC CGL tier-IV exam is held to examine candidates’ typing or basic computer skills. The successful candidates are either have to take Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) or a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT).
DEST is fundamentally a typing test in which candidates have to type 8,000 key depressions per hour on computer. In CPT, candidates are examined on three modules – Word Processing, Spreadsheet and Generation of Slides. Therefore, one must have lot of practice on computer typing and acquire the desired speed to qualify this phase of SSC CGL EXAM. It is the last and qualifying stage therefore practice as much as you can to grab your dream job.
Besides adopting TIER-WISE Preparation tips there are some general tips that every aspirant should follow while preparing for SSC CGL exam. Some of the significant tips are:
Q 1. What is SSC CGL?
Ans: SSC CGL is a Combined Graduate Level examination that recruits candidates for different posts in ministries/government offices.
Q 2. What is the SSC CGL 2023 age limit?
Ans: Let us see the age limit criteria for each post;
Inspector (CBN), Auditor (C&AG) – 18 to 27 years
Assistant Section Officer (CSS, Railway, External Affairs, AFHQ), Sub Inspector (CBI) – 20 to 30 years
Inspector (CBEC), Assistant Audit Officer (IAA under CAG), Assistant Section Officer (IB), Income Tax Inspector (CBDT) – Not above 30 years
Assistant Enforcement Officer, Sub Inspector (NIA) – Not above 30 years
Junior Statistical Officer (M/O Statistics & Programming Implementation) – Not above 32 years
Q 3. What should be my educational qualification for SSC CGL 2023?
Ans: You should hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University. For some specific posts, additional qualification is required. You can check that in the upcoming CGL notification.
Q 4. How will I know if I am eligible to sit for the SSC CGL 2023 exam?
Ans: If you fulfill the age limit criteria and educational qualification requirement, half the job is done. In addition, you need to be a citizen of India and be medically fit to be 100% eligible for the posts.
Q 5. Is there any criteria of minimum percentage required to apply for SSC CGL 2023 exam?
Ans: No, there is no minimum percentage or marks that you need to score in the degree exam.
Q 6. Can I fill the application form online?
Ans: Yes, you need to fill the form online. There is no offline method available. To know more about the application process, Read article on SSC CGL Application form
Q 7. Do I need Aadhaar Card to register for SSC CGL 2023 exam?
Ans: No, Aadhar Card is not mandatory to register for SSC CGL.
Q 8. Can I upload the passport size photo and signature in any format?
Ans: No, you must upload the photo and signature only in JPG/JPEG format.
Q 9. What should be the size of the scanned copy of photograph and signature?
Ans: The scanned copy of the passport size photo should be between 30 to 50 kb. And the scanned copy of the signature should be between 1 to 12 kb.
Q 10. Can I pay the application fee online?
Ans: Yes, you can pay the application fee online. You need to generate a challan online and then, visit a nearby bank in order to submit it.
Q 11. What is the the application fee amount?
Ans: Application fee amount is Rs. 100-/ not refundable once paid. No application fee is required for SC/ST/female category.
Q 12. Which category is not entitled to pay any application fee?
Ans: The candidates who belong to ST, candidates who are physically handicapped, Ex-servicemen and women candidates are not entitled to pay application fees.
Q 13. What are the SSC CGL2023 important dates?
Ans: SSC CGL 2020 Notification is published on 23 Dec 2021 and application process can be completed on 23 Jan 2022.
Q 14. Is the SSC CGL 2023 Tier 1 exam qualifying in nature?
Ans: No, its marks are added to prepare the final merit list.
Q 15. What is the number of vacancies for SSC CGL 2023?
Ans: To be notified later
Q 16. If I have appeared for paper III statistics and unable to qualify, won’t I get any of the posts?
Ans: It is not an issue. If you are not able to pass in paper III, SSC will consider you for other posts as per your eligibility.
