New SSC CGL Exam Pattern Scheme 2023: Tier 1 & 2 Revised PDF

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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is one of the most sought-after government job exams in India. With the announcement of the revised exam pattern for SSC CGL Tier-2 2023, candidates are gearing up to prepare for the exam. The changes in the exam pattern have left many aspirants confused and uncertain about how to approach their preparation. Candidates should stay informed about the changes to the exam pattern because the new pattern will have a significant impact on the way they approach the exam. As a highly skilled assistant with expertise in content writing and digital marketing, I am here to break down the revised exam pattern for SSC CGL Tier-2 2023 and provide you with all the information you need to know.

In this article, we will explore the new exam pattern, the changes from the previous pattern, and how you can prepare effectively to ace the exam. Whether you are a seasoned SSC CGL aspirant or just starting your preparation journey, this article will provide you with valuable insights to help you succeed. So, let's dive in and understand the revised exam pattern for SSC CGL Tier-2 2023.

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Staff Selection Commission, CGL TIER 2 - 2023

Exam Pattern & Scheme of Examination

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The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam is one of the most popular exams in India, attracting thousands of candidates every year. The exam provides a gateway to a range of government jobs in different ministries and departments. However, to crack the SSC CGL Tier-2 exam, you need to be well-informed about the exam pattern and scheme.

The revised pattern includes substantial changes in the number of questions, duration, and difficulty level of the exam. As a highly skilled assistant with expertise in content writing and digital marketing, I am here to break down the revised exam pattern for SSC CGL Tier-2 2023 and provide you with all the information you need to know. So, let's dive in and explore the changes that will shape the future of this prestigious exam.

SSC CGL Tier-2 (2023)

Exam Pattern & Scheme of Examination

Recently, the SSC has revised the exam pattern for the Tier-1 exam, which has left many aspirants with several questions and doubts. But don't worry, we've got you covered! In this article, we will give you a detailed overview of the revised exam pattern and scheme for the SSC CGL Tier-1 2023 exam. So, whether you're a first-time aspirant or a seasoned one, read on to find out what you need to know to ace this exam with confidence.

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The Computer Based Examination will be conducted in two tiers as indicated below:

  1. Tier-I
  2. Tier-II

Marks scored by candidates in Computer Based Examinations, if conducted in multiple shifts, will be normalized by using the formula published by the Commission vide Notice No: 1-1/2018-P&P-I dated 07-02-2019 and such normalized scores will be used to determine final merit and cut-off marks.

SSC CGL Tier 2 - Scheme of Examination 2023

Tier Paper Session Subjects No. of Questions Maximum Marks Time allowed
Tier - II Paper-I:

Session-I

(2 hours and 15 minutes)

Section-I:

Module-I: Mathematical Abilities

Module-II: Reasoning and General Intelligence.

30

+

30

Total = 60

60 * 3

 

= 180

2 hours in total (1 hour For each section) (1 hours and 20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe as per Para-7.1, 7.2 and 7.3)

Section-II:

Module-I: English Language and Comprehension

Module-II: General Awareness.

45

+

25

Total = 70

70 * 3

= 210

Section-III:

Module-I: Computer Knowledge Module

20

20 * 3

= 60

15 Minutes (For each module) (20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe as per Para-7.1, 7.2 and 7.3)

Session-II

(15 minutes)

Section-III:

Module-II: Data Entry Speed Test Module

One Data Entry Task -
Paper-III: Statistics 100 200

4 hours in total (2 hours for each Paper)

(2 hours and 40 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe as per Para-7.1, 7.2 and 7.3)

Paper-IV: General Studies (Finance and Economics) 100 200

Some Important Key Highlights of SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern:

Tier-II will include conducting of Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-III in separate shift(s)/ day(s).

  1. Paper-I is compulsory for all the posts.
  2. Paper-II will be for only those candidates who apply for the posts of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) in the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation and Statistical Investigator Grade-II in the office of Registrar General of India (M/o Home Affairs) and who are shortlisted in Tier-I for these Posts.
  3. Paper-III will be for only those candidates who are shortlisted in Tier-I for Paper-III i.e. for the posts of Assistant Audit Officer/ Assistant Accounts Officer.

Paper-I will include following three sections having two modules each:

  1. Section-I:
    1. Module-I: Mathematical Abilities
    2. Module-II: Reasoning and General Intelligence.
  2. Section-II:
    1. Module-I: English Language and Comprehension
    2. Module-II: General Awareness
  3. Section-III:
    1. Module-I: Computer Knowledge Test
    2. Module-II: Data Entry Speed Test

Paper-I will be conducted in two sessions - Session –I & Session-II, on same day.

  1. Session-I will include conducting of Section-I, Section-II and Module-I of Section-III. Therefore, duration of Session-I will be 2 hours and 15 minutes.
  2. Section-I has two modules viz. Module-I (Mathematical Abilities) and Module-II (Reasoning and General Intelligence). The candidates will get one hour to complete this section. On completion of one hour, this section will get automatically closed.
  3. Immediately after completion of Section-I, the two modules of Section-II viz. Module-I (English Language and Comprehension) and Module-II (General Awareness), will start. Section-II will also be for one hour and immediately on completion of one hour, this section will get automatically closed.
  4. Section-III will have two modules. Module-I (Computer Knowledge Test) will commence immediately after completion of Section-II and will be for a duration of 15 minutes. On completion of Module-I of Section-III, Session-I will come to an end.
  5. After the completion of Session-I, the candidates will get a break for re-registration for Session-II.
  6. Session-II will include conducting of Module-II of Section-III i.e. Data Entry Speed Test. Therefore, duration of Session-II will be 15 minutes only.

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It will be mandatory for the candidates to qualify all the sections of Paper-I.

SSC CGL Tier-II (Paper-I, Paper-II & Paper-III) will consist of Objective Type, Multiple choice questions, except for Module-II of Section-III of Paper-I. The questions will be set both in English & Hindi except for English Language and Comprehension module in Section-II of Paper-I.

** There will be negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section-I, Section-II and Module-I of Section-III of Paper-I and of 0.50 marks (-ve) for each wrong answer in Paper-II and Paper-III. **

Module-I of Section-III of Paper-I i.e. Computer Knowledge Test is mandatory but qualifying in nature.

However, while shortlisting the candidates for the posts where Computer Proficiency is prescribed viz. Assistant Section Officer in CSS, MEA & AFHQ, Assistant in Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Assistant (GSI) in the Ministry of Mines, Assistant in Indian Meteorological Department (Ministry of Earth Sciences), Inspector (CGST &Central Excise), Inspector (Preventive Officer), Inspector (Examiner) & Executive Assistant in CBIC and Postal Assistant/ Sorting Assistant in Department of Post etc., higher qualifying standards will be set in comparison to other posts.

Module-II of Section-III of Paper-I i.e. Data Entry Speed Test (DEST):

  1. Module-II of Section-III of Paper-I will include conducting of a Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) for a duration of 15 minutes in Session-II on the same day.
  2. The “Data Entry Speed Test” (DEST) Skill Test will be conducted for a passage of about 2000 (two thousand) key depressions for a duration of 15 (fifteen) minutes. Detailed instructions regarding Skill Test will be provided by the Regional Offices of the Commission. Information about evaluation of Typing Test/ DEST are available on the Commission's website https://ssc.nic.in (Candidate's Corner).
  3. DEST will be mandatory for all the posts; however, it will be qualifying in nature.
  4. While shortlisting the candidates for the posts where either Computer Proficiency is prescribed (as mentioned at Para 13.8.10) or where DEST is prescribed viz. Tax Assistant in CBIC, Tax Assistant in CBDT, and UDC/ SSA in Central Bureau of Narcotics (Ministry of Finance) etc., higher qualifying standards will be set in comparison to other posts.
  5. DEST will be conducted in the manner decided by the Commission for the purpose.
  6. PwBD-OH candidates are eligible for exemption from attempting DEST, provided such candidates submit a Certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure-XVI) to the Commission from the competent Medical Authority, i.e., the Civil Surgeon of a Government Health Care Institution declaring him to be permanently unfit for the Typing Test because of a physical disability. However, such exemption is not available for the posts where either Computer Proficiency is prescribed (as mentioned at Para 13.8.10) or where DEST is prescribed (as mentioned at Para 13.8.11.4) except for the post of the Tax Assistant in CBDT, for which exemption from attempting DEST is available. All other PwBD candidates are not eligible for exemption from DEST.
  7. PwBD/ PwD candidates who are eligible for scribes as per Para-7.1, 7.2 and 7.3 of the Notice of Examination will be allowed additional compensatory time of 5 (five) minutes in DEST. Only those VH candidates who opt for scribes in the written examination will be provided passage reader at the time of DEST.

SSC CGL Tier-II (2023) Subjects Maximum Marks & Qualification

Sections Module Subjects No. of Questions Marks Maximum Marks
Section I Module-I Mathematical Abilities 30 60 * 3 = 180 23 %
Module-II Reasoning and General Intelligence 30 23 %
Section II Module-I English Language and Comprehension 45 70 * 3 = 210 35 %
Module-II General Awareness 25 19 %
Section III Module-I Computer Knowledge Test 20 20 * 3 = 60 Qualifying
Module-II Data Entry Speed Test One Data Entry Task Qualifying

The information that we have provided to you is taken from the official website link of the Commission: (https://ssc.nic.in) & these details are given by The Government of India, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Personnel and Training, Staff Selection Commission. Lets we discuss the various highlights about the latest notice of the Combined Graduate Level Examination, 2023 one by one,

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  14. Indicative syllabus for SSC CGL Tier II,
  15. Admission to the examination,
  16. Document Verification (DV),
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  18. Important instructions to candidates.

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Source: Official SSC CGL Notification 2023.


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  1. General Intelligence & Reasoning Topics,
  2. General Awareness,
  3. Quantitative Aptitude Topics, &
  4. English Comprehension.

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