SSC CGL Syllabus 2026: Download Tier 1 & 2 Topic Wise Syllabus PDF Here
The SSC CGL 2026 syllabus is divided into Tier 1 and Tier 2, covering subjects like English, Reasoning, General Awareness, and Quantitative Aptitude. Candidates must understand the syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly to prepare effectively. Regular mock tests, previous year papers, and revision can help improve performance and increase chances of selection in Group B and C posts.
Key Points
- Official notification for SSC CGL 2026 uploaded May 21 with 12,256 tentative vacancies.
- The exam is conducted in two tiers (Tier 1 & Tier 2)
- Both Tier 1 & 2 cover English, GA, Reasoning, Quant; Tier 2 has specialized papers.
SSC CGL Syllabus 2026 As the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) recently released its recruitment notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam, many of you who are preparing for this exam might be thinking of the syllabus and topics that are asked in this exam. SSC conducts this exam annually to recruit Group B and C officers. The examination is conducted by the commission in the computer-based mode. Candidates preparing for the SSC CGL 2026 exam must understand the syllabus well, as it is essential for them to have a good score in the exam.
The SSC CGL syllabus is divided into two parts Tier 1 and Tier 2. Both the exams have 4 sections viz English, General Awareness, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. For each subject, there is a list of topics and questions are drawn from these items for the examination. The SSC CGL Syllabus is a scheme of assessment of candidates' knowledge and skills. This ensures a level and fair process for selection by measuring all candidates on the same topics.
In this article, we have provided the latest subject wise SSC CGL Syllabus 2026 for Tier 1 and Tier 2. Also, candidates can download the syllabus PDF here for free for their reference.
SSC CGL Tier 1 and 2 Syllabus 2026
SSC CGL Syllabus 2026
The Staff Selection Commission, or SSC, gives the CGL syllabus for Tier 1 and 2 in the official notification. It is a national-level exam that is held every year to fill various Group B and C posts such as ASO in CSS, ASO in MEA, SI in CBI, etc. For the year 2026, a total of 12,256 vacancies have been notified by the commission. Candidates must also know that the vacancies notified are tentative and subject to change. As candidates start their preparation, it is important for them to understand that the exam is held in two stages Tier 1 and Tier 2. Tier 1 includes four subjects, which are listed below.
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General Intelligence & Reasoning
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General Awareness
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Quantitative Aptitude
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English Comprehension
SSC CGL Tier 2 consists of two papers: Paper I, which is mandatory for all candidates, and Paper II, which is only for those applying to the roles of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) or Statistical Investigator Grade-II. In order to help candidates ace their exam, we are providing you with the latest syllabus, which will be asked in the SSC CGL exam 2026.
SSC CGL Syllabus 2026 Key Highlights
The Staff Selection Commission uploaded the official notification for the SSC CGL exam 2026 on May 21. The authorities released it along with the online application form, which consists of selection criteria, vacancies, pay scale, eligibility, and many more.
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission |
| Exam Name | SSC CGL 2026 |
| CGL Full Form | Combined Graduate Level |
| Exam Mode | Online CBT |
| Exam Date | August - September (tentative) |
| Selection Process | Tier 1 (Qualifying) Tier 2 (Merit) |
| Marking Scheme | +2 (for correct answer) 0.50 (for incorrect answer) |
| Post Level | Group B and C |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC CGL Tier 1 Syllabus
SSC CGL Tier 1 Syllabus consists of subjects and topics on which the questions will be asked in the exam . It helps candidates know which topics are significant for the exam. The Tier 1 CGL Syllabus is divided into four sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, English, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness.
SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2025 Tier 1
Before we start exploring the syllabus, it is important to understand the SSC CGL Exam Pattern. SSC CGL Tier 1 is a computer-based examination held every year. Know the CGL exam pattern here
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It consists of100 multiple-choice questions, each carrying a weightage of two marks.
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There will be a negative marking of 0.50 for incorrect attempt by the candidates.
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Candidates will get 60 minutes to attempt the questions.
| SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2026 | |||
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 60 minutes (15 minutes for each section) |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 200 | |
SSC CGL English Syllabus 2026
The English syllabus is similar in both Tier 1 and 2. Through this section, candidates' understanding of the language would be tested. Listed below are the topics which are generally asked in the exam.
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Vocabulary (Synonyms and Antonyms)
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Grammar
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Sentence Improvement
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Spot the Error
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Fill-ups
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Detecting correct or incorrect words,
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Idioms and Phrases
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One-word substitution
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Active/Passive Voice
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Direct/indirect narration
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Jumbled Word in Paragraph
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Shuffling of sentences in a passage
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Cloze Test
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Comprehension
SSC CGL Reasoning Syllabus 2026
This section is designed in such a way that it tests the logical and analytical abilities of the candidates. This subject consists of both verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions. Below are topics listed in the table below that are asked in the exam.
| SSC CGL Syllabus for Reasoning | |
| Analogies | Similarities and differences |
| Space visualization | Spatial orientation |
| Problem-solving | Visual memory |
| Discrimination | Observation |
| Relationship concepts | Arithmetical reasoning and figural classification |
| Non-verbal series | Coding and decoding |
| Statement conclusion | Syllogistic reasoning |
| Semantic Analogy | Symbolic/Number Analogy |
| Figural Analogy, Semantic Classification | Symbolic/Number Classification |
| Figural Classification | Semantic Series |
| Space Visualization | Venn Diagrams |
| Drawing inferences | Punched hole/pattern folding & unfolding |
| Figural Pattern-folding and completion | Indexing |
| Address matching, Date & city matching | Classification of centre codes/roll numbers |
| Small & Capital letters/numbers coding, decoding and classification | Embedded Figures |
| Critical thinking | Emotional Intelligence, Social Intelligence |
| Number Series | Figural Series |
| Problem-Solving | Word Building |
| Blood Relation | Numerical Operations |
SSC CGL General Awareness Syllabus 2026
The SSC CGL GK syllabus is wide and includes questions that test candidates' basic understanding of subjects such as history, polity, science, and economics. It consists of questions about India, sports, current affairs, static GK, and more.
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History, Geography, Economic and General Policy & Scientific Research
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Current Affairs
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General Science
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Folk Dance and Music
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Sports
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Books and Authors
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Important Days
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Static GK important topics.
SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus 2026
It tests candidates' basic understanding of numbers and their use in daily life. Below are topics that will be asked in the exam.
| SSC CGL Maths Syllabusn 2026 | |
| Computation of whole numbers | Regular Polygons |
| Decimals, fractions and relationships between numbers | Circle |
| Percentage | Right Prism |
| Ratio & Proportion | Right Circular Cone |
| Square roots | Right Circular Cylinder |
| Averages | Trigonometric ratio |
| Interest | Degree and Radian Measures |
| Profit and Loss | Standard Identities |
| Discount | Complementary angles |
| Partnership Business | Heights and Distances |
| Mixture and Alligation | Histogram |
| Time and distance | Frequency polygon |
| Time & Work | Bar diagram & Pie chart |
| Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra & Elementary surds | Congruence and similarity of triangles |
| Graphs of Linear Equations | Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles |
| Triangle and its various kinds of centres | Quadrilaterals |
SSC CGL Tier 2 Syllabus 2026
The SSC CGL Tier 2 exam consists of two papers, Paper 1 and Paper 2, which are further divided into different modes. Paper 1 is compulsory for all candidates, while Paper 2 is conducted only for candidates applying for the posts of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) and Statistical Investigator Grade-II. Candidates who qualify in the Tier 1 exam will be eligible to appear for Tier 2.
SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2026
Below is the table and exam pattern that the Tier 2 exam will have. Check it out below.
| Description | Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Time Duration |
| Paper 1 | Reasoning & General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | 1 hour |
| Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | ||
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 1 hour | |
| English Language | 45 | 135 | ||
| Computer Proficiency | 20 | 60 | 15 minutes | |
| Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) | - | Qualifying | 15 minutes | |
| Paper 2 | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper 3 | Finance and Economics | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
SSC CGL Tier 2 Syllabus 2026 Subject-wise
The tier 2 have similar subjects as compared to tier 1. Subjects included are general intelligence & reasoning, general awareness, quantitative aptitude, English comprehension, etc. Below in the table, you can find the topics that are asked in the exam.
| SSC CGL Subjects | Syllabus |
| Mathematical Abilities | 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) and Graphs of Linear Equations. Geometry: Familiarity 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) 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. |
| 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 Pattern-folding and completion, Number Series Embedded figures Figural Series Critical Thinking, Problem Solving Emotional Intelligence Word Building Social Intelligence Coding and de-coding Numerical operations |
| English Language and Comprehension | Vocabulary Grammar Sentence structure Synonyms, antonyms and their correct usage Spot the Error Fill in the Blanks Synonyms/ Homonyms Antonyms Spellings/ Detecting mis-spelt 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 |
| Computer Proficiency | 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 Internet and e-mails: Web Browsing & Searching, Downloading & Uploading, Managing an E-mail Account, eBanking. Basics of networking and cyber security: Networking devices and protocols, Network and information security threats (like hacking, virus, worms, Trojan etc.) and preventive measures. |
| Statistics | Collection Classification and Presentation of Statistical Data Measures of Central Tendency Tabulation of data; Graphs and charts; Frequency distributions; Diagrammatic presentation of frequency distributions. Correlation and Regression Measures of Dispersion Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis Probability Theory Random Variable and Probability Distributions Sampling Theory Time Series Analysis Index Numbers Statistical Inference Analysis of Variance |
| General Awareness | History Current Affairs Culture Geography Economic Scene General Policy & Scientific Research |
How to Prepare the SSC CGL Syllabus?
In order to prepare the syllabus in detail, candidates should first go through the official notification PDF so that they can prepare for the exam according to their needs. They should also give the mock test, which is available on various platforms, and should practise previous years' papers regularly, as it gives them an idea of the type and level of question asked in the CGL exam, and thorough revision is also necessary to do well in the exam.
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