The SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025 is a Sarkari recruitment exam, which is run by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) to fill up Group B and C posts in many central government sectors. The sarkari exam is expected to take place between June and July of 2025.
To crack the exam, candidates must follow a focused and well-planned preparation strategy for both Tier-I and Tier-II exams, including subject-wise study tips, mock tests, and current affairs (G.K.).
SSC CGL 2025 Exam Structure
| Tier | Type | Mode | Maximum Marks | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-I | Objective Multiple Choice | Computer-Based Test | 200 | Qualifying |
| Tier-II | Objective (Multiple Papers) | Computer-Based Test | 450–600 (varies) | Scoring + Qualifying |
| Tier-III | Descriptive Paper | Pen-and-Paper | 100 | Scoring |
| Tier-IV | Skill/Proficiency Test | Practical | Qualifying | Qualifying |
Syllabus Overview:
SSC CGL Tier-I Subjects & Marks Distribution
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | Coding-Decoding, Series, Blood Relations, Analogy e.g. |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | Current Affairs, History, Polity, Geography, Science e.g. |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension |
SSC CGL Tier-II Paper-wise Breakdown
| Paper | Applicable For | Subjects Covered | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | All Candidates | Maths, Reasoning, English, General Awareness, Computer Skills | 450 |
| Paper-II | Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) | Statistics | 200 |
| Paper-III | AAO/Assistant Audit Officer | Finance, Accounts, Economics | 200 |
Preparation Strategies for SSC CGL 2025 – Sarkari exam
1. Pattern & Syllabus
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Download the official notification and syllabus from ssc.gov.in.
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Focus on getting marks on Arithmetic and English.
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you need to be aware of negative marking, In case you’re not sure about the answers, don’t attempt to answer them.
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Tier-I: -0.50 per wrong answer
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Tier-II: -1 for most papers; -0.50 in Paper-I Section-III
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2. Start studying in this 3–6 Month
| Timeframe | Subject |
|---|---|
| Daily | Mathematics, English, Reasoning, GK |
| Weekly | Cover 2–3 subject + revision |
| Monthly | Complete syllabus by April; May–June for mock tests |
For Tier-II: Extra 1–2 hours daily for Stats or Finance (for JSO/AAO posts)
3. Subject-wise
You may refer to these books mentioned below, but remember – You can get any study material from anywhere, you need to look-out for those!
| Subject | Recommended Books | Tips |
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| Quantitative Aptitude | RS Aggarwal, Rajesh Verma’s Fast Track Arithmetic | Practice daily; try to study more on weak topics |
| English Comprehension | Wren & Martin, SP Bakshi, Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis | Read editorials; practice para jumbles and tests |
| Reasoning | MK Pandey, RS Aggarwal | Daily puzzles, coding-decoding, non-verbal reasoning |
| General Awareness | Lucent’s GK, Manorama Yearbook, daily newspapers | Read current affairs online/newspapers; revise facts as you need |
| Statistics (Tier-II) | NCERT Class 11–12, SC Gupta | Focus on mean, median, mode, probability |
| Finance & Accounts | Ramesh Singh, TS Grewal | Cover basic economics and accounting principles |
| Descriptive (Tier-III) | SC Gupta’s Letter Writing Handbook | Practice writing essays; focus on structured writing |
4. Practice with Mock Tests & Previous Year Questions
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You can get mock tests on platforms like Testbook, Oliveboard, Adda247. (While not strictly necessary, but if you want to: (This is not promotional in any way))
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Attempt full mock tests often.
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Solve previous 5–10 years’ question papers.
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Try to do it in exam conditions (Tier-I: 60 mins; Tier-II: 2–3 hours).
5. learn to Manage Time Effectively
| Tier | Section Strategy |
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| Tier-I | 15 mins per section – better if you start with strongest subject |
| Tier-II | Maths: 40–50 mins; English: 30–35 mins |
| Practice | Use clock timer to build speed and accuracy |
6. Stay Current with Affairs
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Read newspapers daily.
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Use apps which posts current affair updates.
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Revise and Revise (Because it would feel worse to leave a question which you could’ve answered).
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Also study about Budget, Govt Schemes, International Summits.
7. Stay Healthy & Motivated
You won’t want to be sick as hell before exam day right?
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Sleep 6–8 hours/day.
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Take short breaks and walks.
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Do light exercise.
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Track your weekly progress to stay motivated.
Even if you’re feeling less prepared, don’t lose hope. Remember – This exam won’t be the last chance for your job in your life. There’s a lot of opportunity to come. Just work on preparing yourself.
Expected Cutoffs (Can Vary based on competition)
| Category | Tier-I Cutoff (Expected) |
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| General | 150–160 |
| OBC | 140–150 |
| SC/ST | 120–130 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Notification Release | April 22, 2025 |
| Application Dates | April 22 – May 21, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | June 2025 (Expected) |
| Tier-I Exam Date | June–July 2025 |
Resources
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Apply Online: ssc.gov.in
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Free Learning: SSC YouTube, Unacademy (free classes)
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