SSC CGL is one of the prestigious posts in the central government department as it offers a handsome salary and a satisfying job profile. If you are a CGL aspirant, knowing the detailed SSC Selection Process 2021 will help you prepare properly.
- The selection process involves four stages: Tier-I, Tier-II, Tier-III, Tier-IV. All four stages are qualifying in nature.
- Candidates who are qualified in Tier-I exam will be eligible to appear for the Tier-II exam of SSC CGL.
- The tier-II exam is conducted in online mode. Tier-II exam has four sections: English Language & Comprehension, Quantitative Abilities, Statistics, and General Studies, having 200, 100, 100, and 100 questions, respectively.
- Candidates scoring above the cut-off marks in Tier-II exam will be eligible to appear for the next stage of the selection process, i.e., Tier-III.
- Candidates must note that the final merit list will be prepared based on cumulative marks scored by candidates in Tier-I, Tier-II, and Tier-III.
SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria
Qualification :
- Bachelor’s degree in any stream with a minimum of 60% marks in Mathematics in 12th standard, or
- Bachelor’s degree in any stream with Statistics as one of the core subjects.
Age Limit
SSC has increased the age limit for SSC CGL Recruitment, though the age varies for different posts. The minimum age limit defined for SSC CGL is 27 years, and the maximum is 32 years.
SSC Selection Process 2022s
Tier-I: Computer-based test
Tier-II: Computer-based test
Tier-III: Descriptive paper
Tier-IV: Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)/ Document Verification (DV)/ Skill Test
Tier-I: This is a 75-minute examination, having 100 questions & a total of 200 marks. For each correct answer, the student is awarded +2 marks, and for each incorrect answer, -0.50 are deducted. No marks are deducted for not attempting questions. The score obtained in the Tier-I examination is added to the final score to arrive at the merit list. There are four sections – Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English Language, and General Awareness & each section has 25 questions.
Tier-II: Tier-II Exam has four papers.
Paper- I Quantitative Abilities – 200 marks (100 Questions)
Paper-II English Language & Comprehension – 200 marks (200 questions).
Paper- III Statistics 200 marks (100 Questions)
Paper-IV General Studies (Finance & Economics) – 200 Marks (100 Questions)
For Statistical Investigator Grade-II: Paper- I, Paper-II, and Paper- III are considered for selection.
For Assistant Audit Officer Group-B: Paper- I, Paper-II, and Paper- IV are considered for selection.
For Other Posts: Only Paper-I and Paper-II are considered for selection.
Tier-III: Tier-III is a descriptive paper of 100 marks that will require candidates to write a Letter/ Essay/ Precis/ Application in either English or Hindi.
SSC CGL Tier-III exam is only qualifying in nature. Candidates are required to score a minimum of 33% marks in the Tier-III exam.
Tier-IV: Shortlisted candidates based on Tier-II and descriptive paper will be called for the skill test of the SSC CGL selection process. SSC CGL skill test comprises Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) and Data Entry Skill Test (DEST).
CPT exam is conducted for candidates who applied for Assistant Section Officer (MEA), Assistant Section Officer of CSS, Assistant in Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) under Ministry of Corporate Affairs, and Assistant in the Ministry of Mines posts.
DEST is conducted for the post of Tax Assistants (Income Tax & Central Excise). As per the SSC CGL 2022 selection process, the tier 4 exam will be qualifying in nature.
SSC CGL General Science Questions
- One of the constituents of tear gas is:
(a) Ethanol
(b) Ether
(c) Ethane
(d) Chloropicrin
ANS (D)
- The modulus of rigidity is the ratio of:
(a) Shearing stress to shearing strain
(b) Volume stress to volume strain
(c) Longitudinal stress to longitudinal strain
(d) Tensile stress to tensile strain
ANS (B)
- Plasma membrane in a eukaryotic cell is made up of
(a) Phospholipid
(b) Phospholipo-protein
(c) Lipoprotein
(d) Phospho-protein
ANS (A)
- Which one of the following is also called the ‘power plants’ of the cell?
(a) Ribosome
(b) Mitochondrion
(c) Golgi body
(d) Lysosome
ANS (B)
- What is the chemical name of vinegar?
(a) Pyruvic acid
(b) Acetic acid
(c) Citric acid
(d) Malic acid
ANS (B)
- Which of these is not a property of heavy water?
(a) Boiling point is lower than that of ordinary water
(b) Freezing point is higher than that of ordinary water
(c) Density of heavy water is higher than that of ordinary water
(d) It produces corrosion
ANS (A)
- The time-period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would be:
(a) Become zero
(b) Decrease
(c) Remain the same
(d) Increase
ANS (D)
- ‘Shock–absorbers’ are usually made of steel as it:
(a) Is not brittle
(b) Has no ductile property
(c) Has higher elasticity
(d) Has lower elasticity
ANS (C)
- Which of these could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
(a) Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
(b) Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
(c) Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
(d) Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
ANS (D)
- The longest bone in the human body is:
(a) Ulna
(b) Tibia
(c) Femur
(d) Humerus
ANS (C)
The Final Word
We hope after going through this article, applicants must have known the entire SSC CGL Selection Process. Prepare your best to clear the exam.
FAQs
Can I Crack the SSC CGL Exam in the First attempt?
Yes. You can crack SSC CGL in the first attempt if you follow a proper study plan and expert preparation tips. Consistent hard work and regular revisions can help you clear the exam in just one attempt. Candidates need to solve Mock Tests and go through Previous Year Question Papers for effective results.
How many attempts are there in SSC CGL?
There is no such limited number of attempts for SSC CGL. However, if candidates satisfy the eligibility, they can take up SSC CGL Exam how many times they wish to. Candidates should check the age limit before filling the Application form.
What is the age limit for SSC CGL Exam?
The age limit varies for different posts. The minimum age limit defined for SSC CGL is 27 years, and the maximum is 32 years.
Which subject should I choose in graduation to help me in SSC CGL?
The choice of graduation subjects depends on you. You can pursue SSC CGL while pursuing any graduation degree. The eligibility criteria for SSC CGL is graduation in any field from any recognized university. If you give time by adjusting both graduation and SSC CGL, then any field of graduation will do.
Also read – Revised SSC Syllabus 2022
