SSC CGL Syllabus 2022
Tier |
Type |
Mode |
Tier–I |
Objective
Multiple Choice |
Computer-
Based Test (online) |
Tier- II |
Objective
Multiple Choice |
Computer-Based
Test (online) |
Tier–III |
Descriptive
Paper in English/Hindi |
Pen and Paper
Mode (Letter/Application Writing, Essay Writing) |
Tier–IV |
Skill
Test/Computer Proficiency Test |
Wherever
Applicable (Speed Typing Test) |
SSC CGL 2022 Tier 1 - Syllabus
SSC CGL 2022 Tier-I - Exam Pattern
As per SSC CGL Syllabus for Tier-1 Exam, there will be 4 sections with 25 questions each. The time duration for completing the Tier-1 Exam is 60 minutes & there is a negative marking of 0.5 marks for each incorrect answer. Have a look at the SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam Pattern from here-
SNo. |
Sections |
No. of Questions |
Total Marks |
Time Allotted |
1 |
General
Intelligence and Reasoning |
25 |
50 |
A cumulative
time of 60 minutes |
2 |
General
Awareness |
25 |
50 |
|
3 |
Quantitative
Aptitude |
25 |
50 |
|
4 |
English
Comprehension |
25 |
50 |
|
Total |
100 |
200 |
SSC CGL 2022 Tier-I - Syllabus- Quantitative Aptitude
- Computation of whole numbers
- Decimals
- Fractions
- Relationships between numbers
- Profit and Loss
- Discount
- Partnership Business
- Mixture and Alligation
- Time and distance
- Time & Work
- Percentage
- Ratio & Proportion
- Square roots
- Averages
- Interest
- Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra & Elementary surds
- Graphs of Linear Equations
- 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
- Triangle
- Quadrilaterals
- Regular Polygons
- Right Prism
- Right Circular Cone
- Right Circular Cylinder
- Sphere
- Heights and Distances
- Histogram
- Frequency polygon
- Bar diagram & Pie chart
- Hemispheres
- Rectangular Parallelepiped
- Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square base
- Trigonometric ratio
- Degree and Radian Measures
- Standard Identities
- Complementary angles
- Analogies
- Similarities and differences
- Space visualization
- Spatial orientation
- Problem-solving
- Analysis
- Judgment
- Blood Relations
- Decision making
- Visual memory
- Discrimination
- Observation
- Relationship concepts
- Arithmetical reasoning
- Figural classification
- Arithmetic number series
- Non-verbal series
- Coding and decoding
- Statement conclusion
- Syllogistic reasoning
- Phrases and Idioms
- One word Substitution
- Sentence Correction
- Error Spotting
- Fill in the Blanks
- Spellings Correction
- Reading Comprehension
- Synonyms-Antonyms
- Active Passive
- Sentence Rearrangement
- Sentence Improvement
- Cloze test
- 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
- Important Days
- Portfolio
- People in News
SSC CGL 2022 Tier-II - Exam Pattern
There are 4 sections in SSC CGL Tier-2 Paper namely Quantitative Ability, English Language and Comprehension, Statistics, and General Studies (Finance and Economics) for which the pattern has been discussed below.
S No. |
Sections |
No. of Questions |
Total Marks |
Time Allotted |
1 |
Quantitative
Ability |
100 |
200 |
2 hours |
2 |
English
Language and Comprehension |
200 |
200 |
2 hours |
3 |
Statistics |
100 |
200 |
2 hours |
4 |
General
Studies (Finance and Economics) |
100 |
200 |
2 hours |
Total |
500 |
600 |
8 hours |
SSC CGL 2022 Tier 2 - Syllabus Quantitative Ability
- Computation of whole numbers
- Decimals
- Fractions
- Relationships between numbers
- Percentage
- Ratio & Proportion
- Square roots
- Averages
- Interest
- Profit and Loss
- Discount
- Partnership Business
- Mixture and Alligation
- Time and distance
- Time & Work
- Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra & Elementary surds
- Graphs of Linear Equations
- 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
- Triangle
- Quadrilaterals
- Regular Polygons
- Right Prism
- Right Circular Cone
- Right Circular Cylinder
- Sphere
- Hemispheres
- Rectangular Parallelepiped
- Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square base
- Trigonometric ratio
- Degree and Radian Measures
- Standard Identities
- Complementary angles
- Heights and Distances
- Histogram
- Frequency polygon
- Bar diagram
- Pie chart
SSC CGL 2022 Tier 2 - Syllabus- English Language and Comprehension
- Spot the error
- Fill in the blanks
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
- Spelling/ 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
SSC CGL 2022 Tier 2 - Syllabus- Statistics
1. 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.
2. Measures of Central Tendency - Common measures of central tendency – mean median and mode; Partition values- quartiles, deciles, percentiles.
3. Measures of Dispersion- Common measures dispersion – range, quartile deviations, mean deviation and standard deviation; Measures of relative dispersion.
4. Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis – Different types of moments and their relationship; meaning of skewness and kurtosis; different measures of skewness and kurtosis.
5. 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).
6. Probability Theory – Meaning of probability; Different definitions of probability; Conditional probability; Compound probability; Independent events; Bayes‟ theorem.
7. 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).
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. Analysis of Variance - Analysis of one-way classified data and twoway classified data.
11. Time Series Analysis - Components of time series, Determinations of trend component by different methods, Measurement of seasonal variation by different methods.
12. 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 2022 Tier 2 - Syllabus- General Studies-Finance and Economics
Part A: Finance and Accounts-(80 marks):
- Nature and scope
- Limitations of Financial Accounting
- Basic concepts and Conventions
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- 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
2.2 Finance Commission-Role and functions.
2.3 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
- 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
- Meaning and Factors of production
- Laws of production- Law of variable proportions and Laws of returns to scale.
- Various forms of markets-Perfect Competition
- Monopoly
- Monopolistic Competition
- Oligopoly
- Price determination in these markets.
- 2.7.1 Nature of the Indian Economy Role of different sectors, Role of Agriculture, Industry and Services-their problems and growth.
- 2.7.2 National Income of India-Concepts of national income, Different methods of measuring national income.
- 2.7.3 Population-Its size, rate of growth and its implication on economic growth.
- 2.7.4 Poverty and unemployment- Absolute and relative poverty, types, causes and incidence of unemployment.
- 2.7.5 Infrastructure-Energy, Transportation, Communication.
- Economic reforms since 1991
- Liberalisation
- Privatisation
- Globalisation
- Disinvestment
- 2.9.1 Monetary/ Fiscal policy- Role and functions of Reserve Bank of India; functions of commercial Banks/RRB/Payment Banks.
- 2.9.2 Budget and Fiscal deficits and Balance of payments.
- 2.9.3 Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, 2003.
Note: Questions in Paper-I will be of Matriculation Level, Paper-II of 10+2 Level and in Paper-III and Paper-IV of Graduation Level.