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SSC CGL Syllabus 2026 — Complete Topic-Wise

4 subjects · 30 topics · Updated for 2026 exam

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Quantitative AptitudeLogical ReasoningEnglish LanguageGeneral Awareness

Quantitative Aptitude

25 Questions · 50 Marks
12 TopicsStudy →
Number SystemHIGH PRIORITY
7 subtopics›
PercentageHIGH PRIORITY
4 subtopics›
Profit & Loss
4 subtopics›
Simple & Compound Interest
4 subtopics›
Ratio & Proportion
4 subtopics›
Time, Speed & Distance
5 subtopics›
Time & Work
4 subtopics›
Geometry & Mensuration
6 subtopics›
Algebra
4 subtopics›
TrigonometryHIGH PRIORITY
4 subtopics›
Data InterpretationHIGH PRIORITY
6 subtopics›
Statistics
4 subtopics›
High Difficulty: Geometry · Trigonometry · Mensuration · Algebra · Data Interpretation

Logical Reasoning

5 TopicsStudy →
Verbal Reasoning
9 subtopics›
Puzzles & Seating
7 subtopics›
Non-Verbal Reasoning
6 subtopics›
Critical Reasoning
6 subtopics›
Data Sufficiency
2 subtopics›

English Language

25 Questions · 50 Marks
6 TopicsStudy →
Grammar
9 subtopics›
Vocabulary
5 subtopics›
Reading ComprehensionHIGH PRIORITY
4 subtopics›
Sentence Correction & Improvement
5 subtopics›
Para & Sentence Based
5 subtopics›
Spotting Errors
2 subtopics›
High Difficulty: Reading Comprehension · Para Jumbles · Cloze Test · Error Spotting · Idioms & Phrases

General Awareness

25 Questions · 50 Marks
7 TopicsStudy →
History
5 subtopics›
Geography
6 subtopics›
Polity
8 subtopics›
Economics
8 subtopics›
Science & Technology
8 subtopics›
Static GK
10 subtopics›
Current AffairsHIGH PRIORITY
4 subtopics›
High Difficulty: Economy · Indian Polity · Science & Technology · Current Affairs

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Tier / StageQuestionsMarksTimeMarking
tier110020060 min+2.0 / −0.50
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects are in SSC CGL 2026 syllabus?+
SSC CGL 2026 has 4 subjects: Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English Language, General Awareness. Each subject has multiple topics and subtopics.
What are the most important topics in SSC CGL?+
The highest-priority topics in SSC CGL are: Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Number System, Profit and Loss, Time and Work, Geometry. These appear most frequently in previous year papers.
Is there negative marking in SSC CGL?+
Yes, SSC CGL has negative marking. The scheme is +2/-0.5 (Tier 1). Avoid random guessing.