SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2026
Section-wise marks · Negative marking · Time limit · Selection process
Tier 1 — Preliminary
100Q · 60 min100
Total Questions
200
Total Marks
60 min
Duration
+2.0
Correct Answer
−0.50
Wrong Answer
Tier 2 — Mains
150Q · 120 min150
Total Questions
450
Total Marks
120 min
Duration
+3.0
Correct Answer
−1.00
Wrong Answer
Selection Process
1
Tier 1 — Preliminary
100 Questions · 200 Marks · 60 min
2
Tier 2 — Mains
150 Questions · 450 Marks · 120 min
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Final Selection
Merit list based on combined performance
Pattern Insights — What Toppers Know
Attempt Strategy
With 60 minutes for 100 questions, you have ~36 seconds per question. Skip and return.
Negative Marking
+2/-0.5 (Tier 1). Do not guess randomly — attempt only when you can eliminate 2+ options.
Section Focus
All 4 sections carry equal weightage. Don't ignore any section.
Practice as per the Exam Pattern
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