SSC CGL Exam Preparation

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The second stage of the SSC CGL exam is the Tier-II exam, which is also a computer-based test. The Tier-II exam comprises three Sections namely Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, and General Computer. The first paper is mandatory for all candidates, while the other two papers are only for candidates who have applied for specific posts. Exam Duration

Paper 1- 2 hours 30 minutes

Paper 2 – 120 minutes

Paper 3 – 120 minutes…

There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension papers, while the negative marking for the Statistics and General Studies papers is 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.

In conclusion, the SSC CGL exam is a highly competitive exam that requires dedicated preparation and consistent effort. Candidates should be well-versed in the exam pattern, syllabus, and current affairs to crack the exam with a good score. It is essential to study and practice regularly, solve previous years’ question papers, and take mock tests to gauge one’s preparation level. With the right strategy and approach, cracking the SSC CGL exam is not impossible.

SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern

Paper-I will be conducted in two sessions – Session I & Session II, on the same day and is compulsory for all candidates who qualify in Paper 1. Session-I will include conducting Section-I, Section-II and Module-I of Section-III. Session II will include conducting Module II of Section III. It will be mandatory for the candidates to qualify for all the sections of Paper-I. 

Module-I of Session-I of Paper-I

Mathematical Abilities

1. Number Systems
2. Fundamental arithmetical operations
3. Algebra
4. Geometry
5. Mensuration
6. Trigonometry
7. Statistics and probability

Number Systems

• Computation of Whole Number
• Decimal and Fractions
• Relationship between numbers

Fundamental arithmetical operations

• Percentages
• Ratio and Proportion
• Square roots
• Averages
• Interest (Simple and Compound)
• Profit and Loss
• Discount
• Partnership Business
• Mixture and Alligation
• Time and distance
• Time and work

Algebra

• Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra and Elementary surds (simple problems)
• Graphs of Linear Equations

Geometry

• Similarity with elementary geometric figures and facts: Triangle and its various kinds of centres
• Congruence and similarity of triangles
• Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles

Mensuration

• Triangle
• Quadrilaterals
• Regular Polygons
• Circle
• Right Prism
• Right Circular Cone
• Right Circular Cylinder
• Sphere
• Hemispheres
• Rectangular Parallelepiped
• Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square Base.

Trigonometry

• Trigonometry
• Trigonometric ratios
• Complementary angles
• Height and distances (simple problems only)
• Standard Identities

Statistics and probability

• Use of Tables and Graphs: Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar-diagram, Pie-chart
• Measures of central tendency: mean, median, mode, standard deviation
• Calculation of simple probabilities

Module-II of Section-I of Paper-I

Reasoning and General Intelligence

• Semantic Analogy
• Symbolic operations, Symbolic/ Number Analogy, Trends
• Figural Analogy
• Space Orientation
• Semantic Classification
• Venn Diagrams
• Symbolic/ Number
• Classification
• Drawing inferences
• Figural Classification
• Punched hole/ pattern-folding & unfolding
• Semantic Series
• Figural Patternfolding and completion
• Number Series
• Embedded figures
• Figural Series
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Emotional Intelligence
• Word Building
• Social Intelligence
• Coding and de-coding
• Numerical operations
• Other sub-topics, if any.

Module-I of Section-II of Paper-I

English Language And Comprehension

• Vocabulary
• English Grammar
• Sentence structure
• Spot the Error
• Fill in the Blanks,
• Synonyms/Homonyms
• Antonyms
• Spellings/ Detecting misspelt words
• Idioms & Phrases
• one word substitution
• Improvement of Sentences,
• Active/ Passive Voice of Verbs
• Conversion into Direct/ Indirect narration
• Shuffling of Sentence parts
• Shuffling of Sentences in a passage,
• Cloze Passage
• Comprehension Passage- To test comprehension, three or more paragraphs will be given and questions based on those will be asked. At least one paragraph should be a simple one based on a book or a story and the other two paragraphs should be on current affairs, based on a report or an editorial

Module-II of Section-II of Paper-I

General Awareness

• India and its neighbouring countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy & Scientific Research
• Science
• Current Affairs
• Books and Authors
• Sports
• Important Schemes
• Portfolio
• People in News

Module-I of Section-III of Paper-I

Computer Proficiency

1. Computer Basics
2. Software
3. Working with the Internet and e-mails
4. Basics of networking and cyber security

Computer Basics

• Organization of a computer
• Central Processing Unit (CPU)
• Input/ output devices
• Computer memory
• Memory organization
• Back-up devices
• PORTs
• Windows Explorer
• Keyboard shortcuts

Software

• Windows Operating system including basics of Microsoft Office like MS word, MS Excel and Power Point etc

Working with the Internet and e-mails

• Web Browsing & Searching, Downloading & Uploading, Managing an E-mail Account, e-Banking

Basics of networking and cyber security

• Networking devices and protocols, Network and information security threats (like hacking, virus, worms, Trojan etc.) and preventive measures

SSC CGL Tier 2 Syllabus- Paper 2

Statistics

1. Collection, Classification and Presentation of Statistical Data
2. Measures of Central Tendency
3. Measures of Dispersion- Common measures of Dispersion
4. Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis
5. Correlation and Regression
6. Probability Theory
7. Random Variable and Probability Distributions
8. Sampling Theory
9. Statistical Inference
10. Analysis of Variance
11. Time Series Analysis
12. Index Numbers

Collection, Classification and Presentation of Statistical Data

• Primary and Secondary data
• Methods of data collection
•  Tabulation of data
• Graphs and charts
• Frequency distributions
• Diagrammatic presentation of frequency distributions.

Measures of Central Tendency

• Common measures of central tendency – mean median and mode
• Partition values- quartiles
• deciles
• percentiles.

Measures of Dispersion- Common measures of Dispersion

• range
• quartile deviations
• mean deviation and standard deviation
• Measures of relative dispersion.

Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis

• Different types of moments and their relationship
• the meaning of skewness and kurtosis
• different measures of skewness and kurtosis.

Correlation and Regression

• Scatter diagram
• simple correlation coefficient
• simple regression lines
• Spearman‟s rank correlation
• Measures of association of attributes
• Multiple regression
• Multiple and partial correlation (For three variables only)

Probability Theory

• Meaning of probability
• Different definitions of probability
• Conditional probability
• Compound probability
• Independent events
• Bayes‟ theorem.

Random Variable and Probability Distributions

• Random variable
• Probability functions
• Expectation and Variance of a random variable
• Higher moments of a random variable
• Binomial
• Poisson
• Normal and Exponential distributions
• Joint distribution of two random variable (discrete).

 Sampling Theory

• Concept of population and sample
• Parameter and statistic
• Sampling and non-sampling errors
• Probability and nonprobability sampling techniques(simple random sampling
• stratified sampling
• multistage sampling
• multiphase sampling
• cluster sampling
• systematic sampling
• purposive sampling
• convenience sampling and quota sampling)
• Sampling distribution(statement only)
• Sample size decisions.

Statistical Inference

• Point estimation and interval estimation
• Properties of a good estimator
• Methods of estimation Moments method
• Maximum likelihood method
• Least squares method Testing of hypothesis Basic concept of testing
• Small sample and large sample tests, Tests based on Z, t, Chi-square and F statistic
• Confidence intervals.

Analysis of Variance

• Analysis of one-way classified data and two-way classified data.

Time Series Analysis

• Components of time series
• Determination of trend component by different methods
• Measurement of seasonal variation by different methods.

Index Numbers

• Meaning of Index Numbers
• Problems in the construction of index numbers
• Types of index number
• Different formulae
• Base shifting and splicing of index numbers
• Cost of living Index Numbers Uses of Index Numbers.

SSC CGL Tier 2 Syllabus- Paper 3

1. Part A: Finance and Accounts
2. Part B: Economics and Governance

General Studies-Finance and Economics

1. Financial Accounting
2. Basic concepts of accounting

Financial Accounting

• Nature and scope
• Limitations of Financial Accounting
• Basic concepts and Conventions
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Basic concepts of accounting

• Single and double entry
• Books of Original Entry
• Bank Reconciliation
• Journal, ledgers
• Trial Balance
• Rectification of Errors
• Manufacturing
• Trading
• Profit & Loss Appropriation Accounts
• Balance Sheet
• Distinction between Capital and Revenue Expenditure
• Depreciation Accounting
• Valuation of Inventories
• Non-profit organisations Accounts
• Receipts and Payments and Income & Expenditure Accounts
• Bills of Exchange
• Self Balancing Ledgers

Part B: Economics and Governance

1. Comptroller & Auditor General of India- Constitutional provisions, Role and responsibility
2. Finance Commission-Role and functions

Basic Concept of Economics and introduction to Micro Economics

• Definition
• Scope and nature of Economics
• Methods of economic study
• Central problems of an economy
• Production possibilities curve

Theory of Demand and Supply

• Meaning and determinants of demand
• Law of demand and Elasticity of demand
• Price
• Income and cross elasticity
• Theory of consumer‟s behaviour
• Marshallian approach and Indifference curve approach
• Meaning and determinants of supply
• Law of supply
• The elasticity of Supply

Theory of Production and cost

• Meaning and Factors of production
• Laws of production- Law of variable proportions and Laws of returns to scale.

Forms of Market and price determination in different markets

• Various forms of markets-Perfect Competition
• Monopoly
• Monopolistic Competition
• Oligopoly
• Price determination in these markets.

Indian Economy

• Nature of the Indian Economy Role of different sectors, Role of Agriculture, Industry and Services-their problems and growth.
• National Income of India-Concepts of national income, Different methods of measuring national income.
• Population-Its size, rate of growth and its implication on economic growth.
• Poverty and unemployment- Absolute and relative poverty, types, causes and incidence of unemployment.
• Infrastructure-Energy, Transportation, Communication.

Economic Reforms in India

• Economic reforms since 1991
• Liberalisation
• Privatisation
• Globalisation
• Disinvestment

Money and Banking

• Monetary/ Fiscal policy- Role and functions of Reserve Bank of India; functions of commercial Banks/RRB/Payment Banks.
• Budget and Fiscal deficits and Balance of payments.
• Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, 2003.

Role of Information Technology in Governance

Eligibility Criteria: The eligibility criteria for the SSC CGL exam are as follows:

• The candidate must be a citizen of India.
• The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
• The minimum age limit for the exam is 18 years, and the maximum age limit varies based on the post applied for.

Application Process:

The application process for the SSC CGL exam is online, and candidates can apply on the official website of the SSC. The application fee for the exam is Rs. 100, which can be paid online or offline.

Exam Dates:

The SSC CGL exam is conducted once a year, and the dates for the exam are announced on the official website of the SSC. The exam is usually conducted in the months of May to August, and the exact dates vary every year.

Job Profiles:

The SSC CGL exam is conducted to recruit candidates for various Group B and Group C posts in various government departments and ministries. Some of the popular job profiles for which the exam is conducted are Assistant Audit Officer, Income Tax Inspector, Inspector (Central Excise), Inspector (Preventive Officer), and Sub-Inspector (CBI).

Salary:

The salary for the posts recruited through the SSC CGL exam varies based on the post and department. The starting salary for most posts ranges from Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 50,000, and it increases with experience and promotions.

In conclusion, the SSC CGL exam is a prestigious exam that provides an excellent opportunity for candidates to work in various government departments and ministries. Candidates should prepare well and stay updated with the latest exam pattern and syllabus to crack the exam with a good score. With hard work and determination, candidates can fulfill their dream of working in the government sector.