๐ SSC GD Syllabus & Exam Pattern
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Before diving into your preparation, it is crucial to understand the exact structure of the Computer Based Test (CBT). The SSC GD examination consists of four parts, all containing objective multiple-choice questions.
The exam contains 80 questions in total, carrying 2 marks each. There is a negative marking of 0.50 marks for every incorrect answer. Candidates will have exactly 60 minutes to complete the entire examination.
⏱️ CBT Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part - A | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 20 | 40 | 60 Minutes |
| Part - B | General Knowledge and General Awareness | 20 | 40 | |
| Part - C | Elementary Mathematics | 20 | 40 | |
| Part - D | English / Hindi | 20 | 40 | |
| Total | 80 | 160 | ||
๐ Detailed Subject-Wise Syllabus
๐ง General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies and Similarities/Differences
- Spatial Visualization & Orientation
- Visual Memory
- Discrimination & Observation
- Relationship Concepts
- Arithmetical Reasoning
- Figural Classification
- Arithmetic Number Series
- Non-verbal Series
- Coding and Decoding
๐ General Knowledge & Awareness
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Sports and Games
- History of India
- Culture & Geography
- Economic Scene
- General Polity
- Indian Constitution
- Scientific Research
- Important Dates & Events
๐ข Elementary Mathematics
- Number Systems & Computation of Whole Numbers
- Decimals, Fractions, and Relationships between Numbers
- Fundamental Arithmetical Operations
- Percentages, Ratio and Proportion
- Averages & Interest
- Profit and Loss, Discount
- Mensuration
- Time and Distance
- Ratio and Time, Time and Work
เค English / Hindi
- Candidates' ability to understand basic English/Hindi
- Basic Comprehension and Writing Ability
- Error Spotting & Fill in the Blanks
- Vocabulary (Synonyms & Antonyms)
- Spellings & Grammar
- Phrase Replacement / Sentence Improvement
- Cloze Test & Reading Comprehension
- Idioms and Phrases