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SSC CGL 2017 Exam: Important Dates
| S.No. | INFORMATION | DATE |
| 1 | Release of Application Form | 16 May 2017 |
| 2 | Last Date of Registration | 16 June 2017 |
| 3 | Release of Admit Card for SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam | 3rd week of July 2017 |
| 4 | SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam | 1 August 2017 – 20 August 2017 |
| 5 | SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam Result | September 2017 |
| 6 | Release of Admit Card for SSC CGL Tier-2 Exam | Oct. 2017 |
| 7 | SSC CGL Tier-2 Exam | 10 Nov. 2017 – 11 Nov. 2017 |
| 8 | SSC CGL Tier-2 Exam Result | Dec. 2017 |
| 9 | SSC CGL Tier-3 Exam | 21 Jan. 2018 |
| 10 | Computer Skill Test / Skill Test | Feb. 2018 |
SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2017
The CGL eligibility criteria are the conditions which is set by the staff selection commission, candidates must ensure that they fulfil all the eligibility conditions. SSC CGL eligibility criteria mention below:
Educational Qualifications
Candidates need to fulfil the following educational qualifications in order to be able to fill the SSC CGL application form:
| S.No | Name of the Post | Required Educational Qualification |
| 1 | Assistant Audit Officer | Chartered Accountant orManagement Accountant or
Company Secretary or Masters in Commerce or Masters in Business Studies or Masters in Business Administration (Finance) or Masters in Business Economics. |
| 2 | Statistical Investigator Grade – II Post | Bachelor Degree in Statistics from a recognized University. orBachelor Degree in Mathematics with statistics or
Bachelor Degree in Economics with statistics or Bachelor Degree in Commerce with Statistics |
| 3 | Compiler Post | Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University with Economics or Statistics or Mathematics as compulsory or Elective Subject. |
| 4 | All Other Posts | Any Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent. |
Age Limit
SSC CGL 2017 Application Form
- Interested and eligible candidates can apply for SSC CGL 2017 Exam. CGL application form can be filled thru online mode only, online application form will be available at SSC official website.
- Mode of Fee Payment – candidates need to pay an application fee of Rs. 100. Candidates can submit fee thru SBI challan/net banking and debit/credit card. Female, SC/ST, Physically Handicapped, and Ex-Servicemen candidates no need to pay any application fee.
SSC CGL 2017 Selection Procedure
Scheme of the Examination for Combined Graduate Level Examination: The Examination will be conducted in four tiers as indicated below:
Tier -I — Computer Based Examination
Tier -II — Computer Based Examination
Tier -III — Pen and Paper Mode (Descriptive paper)
Tier-IV — Computer Proficiency Test/ Skill Test (wherever applicable)/ Document Verification
The Commission reserves the right to make changes in the scheme of examination such as conduct of Tier-I and Tier-II examination in computer based mode, treating Tier-I examination as only qualifying etc.
Interview component has been dispensed with. There will, therefore, be no interview.
SSC CGL 2017 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2017
- Exam is objective type and will be conducted online.
- Question paper will be divided into 4 sections: (1) General Intelligence & Reasoning, (2) General Awareness/ General knowledge, (3) Quantitative Aptitude and (4) English Comprehension.
- There are 100 questions for 200 marks and exam duration will be 60 minutes.
- There will be negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
Summary: SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2017
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Exam Duration | Exam Duration (Visual Handicap) |
| 1 | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 60 Minutes | 80 Min. |
| 2 | General Awareness | 25 | 50 | ||
| 3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | ||
| 4 | English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | ||
| Total | 100 | 200 |
SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2017
- Exam is objective type and will be conducted online.
- There are 4 papers, (Paper- 1) Quantitative Ability, (Paper-2) English Language and Comprehension, (Paper-3) Statistics and (Paper-4) General Studies (Finance and Economics).
- Paper-1 & 2 is compulsory for all posts and Paper-3 is only for the post of “Statistical Investigator Gr. II” & “Compiler” and Paper- 4 is only for the post of “Assistant Audit Officer”.
- Each paper carries 200 marks and exam duration is 2 hours for each paper.
- There will be negative marking for each wrong answer, negative marking of 0.50 marks in Paper-1, Paper-3 & Paper-4 and negative marking of 0.25 marks in Paper-2.
Summary: SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2017
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Exam Duration | Exam Duration (Visual Handicap) |
| 1 | Quantitative Abilities | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours | 2 Hours 40 Min |
| 2 | English Language and Comprehension | 200 | 200 | 2 Hours | 2 Hours 40 Min |
| 3 | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours | 2 Hours 40 Min |
| 4 | General Studies (Finance & Economics) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours | 2 Hours 40 Min |
SSC CGL Tier 3 Exam Pattern 2017
- Exam is descriptive type and will be conducted offline.
- Candidates need to write Essay / Précis / Letter / Application Writing etc.
- Exam carries 100 marks and exam duration is 60 minutes and exam duration will be 80 minutes for “VH” and “Cerebral Palsy” candidates.
Tier-3 Exam Pattern:
- Exam is descriptive type and will be conducted offline.
- Candidates need to write Essay / Précis / Letter / Application Writing etc.
- Exam carries 100 marks and exam duration is 60 minutes and exam duration will be 80 minutes for “VH” and “Cerebral Palsy” candidates.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Syllabus 2017
Part A: General Intelligence & Reasoning
It would include questions of both verbal and non-verbal type. This component may include questions on analogies, similarities and differences, space visualization, spatial orientation, problem solving, analysis, judgement, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning and figural classification, arithmetic number series, non-verbal series, coding and decoding, statement conclusion, syllogistic reasoning etc. The topics are, Semantic Analogy, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Figural Analogy, Semantic Classification, Symbolic/Number Classification, Figural Classification, Semantic Series, Number Series, Figural Series, Problem Solving, Word Building, Coding & de-coding, Numerical Operations, symbolic Operations, Trends, Space Orientation, 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.
Part B: General Awareness
Questions in this component will test the candidate’s general awareness of the environment around and its application to society. Questions will also be designed to test knowledge of current events and every day observations and experience in their scientific aspect as may be expected of any educated person. The test will also include questions relating to India and its neighbouring countries especially pertaining History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy & Scientific Research.
Part C: Quantitative Aptitude
Questions will be designed to test the ability of appropriate use of numbers and number sense of the candidate. The scope of the test will be computation of whole numbers, decimals, fractions and relationships between numbers, Percentage. Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Allegation, 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 , Circle, 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.
Part D: English Comprehension
This section will test candidate’s ability to understand English language.
SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Syllabus 2017
Paper I: Quantitative Ability
The questions will be designed to test the ability of appropriate use of numbers and number sense of the candidate. The scope of the test will be the computation of whole numbers, decimals, fractions and relationships between numbers, Percentage. Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Allegation, 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 , Circle, Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right 20 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 chat.
Paper II: English Language & Comprehension
Questions in this components will be designed to test the candidate’s understanding and knowledge of English Language and questions will be based on spot the error, fill in the blanks, synonyms, antonyms, spelling/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.
Paper III: Statistics
- 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.
- Measures of Central Tendency: Common measures of central tendency, mean median and mode; Partition values- quartiles, deciles, percentiles.
- Measures of Dispersion: Common measures dispersion, range, quartile deviations, mean deviation and standard deviation; Measures of relative dispersion.
- Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis: Different types of moments and their relationship; meaning of skewness and kurtosis; different measures of skewness and kurtosis.
- 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).
- Probability Theory: Meaning of probability; Different definitions of probability; Conditional probability; Compound probability; Independent events; Bayes’ theorem.
- 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).
- Sampling Theory: Concept of population and sample; Parameter and statistic, Sampling and non-sampling errors; Probability and non-probability sampling techniques (simple random sampling, stratified sampling, multi-stage sampling, multiphase sampling, cluster sampling, systematic sampling, purposive sampling, convenience sampling and quota sampling); Sampling distribution (statement only); Sample size decisions.
- 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.
- Analysis of Variance: Analysis of one-way classified data and two-way classified data. Time Series Analysis – Components of time series, Determinations of trend component by different methods, Measurement of seasonal variation by different methods.
- 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.
Paper IV: General Studies (Finance and Economics)
Part A: Finance and Accounts (80 marks)
- Fundamental principles and basic concept of Accounting: Financial Accounting: Nature and scope, Limitations of Financial Accounting, Basic concepts and Conventions, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Basic concepts of accounting: 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.
Part B: Economics and Governance (120 marks)
- Comptroller & Auditor General of India: Constitutional provisions, Role and responsibility.
- Finance Commission: Role and functions.
- Basic Concept of Economics and introduction to Micro Economics: Definition, scope and nature of Economics, Methods of economic study and Central problems of an economy and Production possibilities curve.
- Theory of Demand and Supply: 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 and Elasticity of Supply.
- Theory of production and cost: Meaning and Factors of production; Laws of production- Law of variable proportion and Laws of returns to scale.
- Forms of Market and price determination in different markets: Various forms of markets-Perfect Competition, Monopoly, Monopolistic Competition and Oligopoly ad Price determination in these markets.
- Indian Economy: Nature of the Indian Economy Role of different sectors-Role of Agriculture, Industry and Services-their problems and growth; National Income of India-Concepts of national income, Different methods of measuring national income Population-Its size, rate of growth and its implication on economic growth Poverty and unemployment- Absolute and relative poverty, types, causes and incidence of unemployment Infrastructure-Energy, Transportation, Communication.
- Economic Reforms in India: Economic reforms since 1991; Liberalisation, Privatisation, Globalisation and Disinvestment.
- Money and Banking: Monetary/ Fiscal policy- Role and functions of Reserve Bank of India; functions of commercial Banks/RRB/Payment Banks Budget and Fiscal deficits and Balance of payments Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act.
- Role of Information Technology in Governance.
SSC CGL Posts / SSC CGL Salary 2017 ( approximately )
| Group | Posts | Ministries/Department | Grade Pay | Gross Salary | In Hand Salary |
| Group “B” | Assistant AuditOfficer | Indian Audit & Accounts Department under CAG | 4,800 | 54,864 – 61,424 | 50,725 – 57,285 |
| Group “B” | Assistant SectionOfficer | Central Secretariat Service | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Central Vigilance Commission | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Intelligence Bureau | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Ministry of Railway | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Ministry of External Affairs | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | AFHQ | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Other Ministries/ Departments | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Inspector(Central Excise) | CBEC | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Inspector(Preventive Officer) | CBEC | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Inspector(Examiner) | CBEC | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | AssistantEnforcement Officer | Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Other Ministries/ Departments | 4,200 | 32,667 – 37,119 | 29,455 – 33,907 |
| Group “B” | Sub Inspector | Central Bureau of Investigation | 4,200 | 32,667 – 37,119 | 29,455 – 33,907 |
| Group “B” | Inspector of Posts | Department of Post | 4,200 | 32,667 – 37,119 | 29,455 – 33,907 |
| Group “B” | StatisticalInvestigator Gr.II | Ministry of Statistics & Prog. Implementation. | 4,200 | 32,667 – 37,119 | 29,455 – 33,907 |
| Group “B” | Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Sub Inspector | National Investigation Agency (NIA) | 4,200 | 32,667 – 37,119 | 29,455 – 33,907 |
| Group “C” | Inspector(Income Tax) | CBDT | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “C” | Auditor | Offices under CAG | 2,800 | 27,766 – 31,790 | 25,123 – 29,147 |
| Group “C” | Auditor | Offices under CGDA | 2,800 | 27,766 – 31,790 | 25,123 – 29,147 |
| Group “C” | Auditor | Offices under CGA & others |
2,800 | 27,766 – 31,790 | 25,123 – 29,147 |
| Group “C” | Accountant/ Junior Accountant | Offices under CAG | 2,800 | 27,766 – 31,790 | 25,123 – 29,147 |
| Group “C” | Accountant/ Junior Accountant | Offices under CGA & others |
2,800 | 27,766 – 31,790 | 25,123 – 29,147 |
| Group “C” | Sr. Secretariat Assistant | Central Govt. Offices/Ministries other than CSCS cadres. | 2,400 | 24,446 – 28,180 | 22,121 – 25,855 |
| Group “C” | Tax Assistant | CBDT | 2,400 | 24,446 – 28,180 | 22,121 – 25,855 |
| Group “C” | Tax Assistant | CBEC | 2,400 | 24,446 – 28,180 | 22,121 – 25,855 |
| Group “C” | Compiler | Registrar General of India | 2,400 | 24,446 – 28,180 | 22,121 – 25,855 |
| Group “C” | Sub Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics | 2,400 | 24,446 – 28,180 | 22,121 – 25,855 |
SSC CGL-17 NOTIFICATION DETAILS….
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SSC CGL 2017 Exam: Important Dates
| S.No. | Event | Date |
| 1 | Release of Application Form | 16 May 2017 |
| 2 | Last Date of Registration | 16 June 2017 |
| 3 | Release of Admit Card for SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam | 3rd week of July 2017 |
| 4 | SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam | 1 August 2017 – 20 August 2017 |
| 5 | SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam Result | September 2017 |
| 6 | Release of Admit Card for SSC CGL Tier-2 Exam | Oct. 2017 |
| 7 | SSC CGL Tier-2 Exam | 10 Nov. 2017 – 11 Nov. 2017 |
| 8 | SSC CGL Tier-2 Exam Result | Dec. 2017 |
| 9 | SSC CGL Tier-3 Exam | 21 Jan. 2018 |
| 10 | Computer Skill Test / Skill Test | Feb. 2018 |
SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria 2017: Details
The CGL eligibility criteria are the conditions which is set by the staff selection commission, candidates must ensure that they fulfil all the eligibility conditions. SSC CGL eligibility criteria mention below:
Educational Qualifications
Candidates need to fulfil the following educational qualifications in order to be able to fill the SSC CGL application form:
| S.No | Name of the Post | Required Educational Qualification |
| 1 | Assistant Audit Officer | Chartered Accountant orManagement Accountant or
Company Secretary or Masters in Commerce or Masters in Business Studies or Masters in Business Administration (Finance) or Masters in Business Economics. |
| 2 | Statistical Investigator Grade – II Post | Bachelor Degree in Statistics from a recognized University. orBachelor Degree in Mathematics with statistics or
Bachelor Degree in Economics with statistics or Bachelor Degree in Commerce with Statistics |
| 3 | Compiler Post | Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University with Economics or Statistics or Mathematics as compulsory or Elective Subject. |
| 4 | All Other Posts | Any Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent. |
Age Limit
SSC CGL 2017 Application Form
- Interested and eligible candidates can apply for SSC CGL 2017 Exam. CGL application form can be filled thru online mode only, online application form will be available at SSC official website.
- Mode of Fee Payment – candidates need to pay an application fee of Rs. 100. Candidates can submit fee thru SBI challan/net banking and debit/credit card. Female, SC/ST, Physically Handicapped, and Ex-Servicemen candidates no need to pay any application fee.
SSC CGL 2017 Selection Procedure
Scheme of the Examination for Combined Graduate Level Examination: The Examination will be conducted in four tiers as indicated below:
Tier -I — Computer Based Examination
Tier -II — Computer Based Examination
Tier -III — Pen and Paper Mode (Descriptive paper)
Tier-IV — Computer Proficiency Test/ Skill Test (wherever applicable)/ Document Verification
The Commission reserves the right to make changes in the scheme of examination such as conduct of Tier-I and Tier-II examination in computer based mode, treating Tier-I examination as only qualifying etc.
Interview component has been dispensed with. There will, therefore, be no interview.
SSC CGL 2017 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2017
- Exam is objective type and will be conducted online.
- Question paper will be divided into 4 sections: (1) General Intelligence & Reasoning, (2) General Awareness/ General knowledge, (3) Quantitative Aptitude and (4) English Comprehension.
- There are 100 questions for 200 marks and exam duration will be 60 minutes.
- There will be negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
Summary: SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2017
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Exam Duration | Exam Duration (Visual Handicap) |
| 1 | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 60 Minutes | 80 Min. |
| 2 | General Awareness | 25 | 50 | ||
| 3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | ||
| 4 | English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | ||
| Total | 100 | 200 |
SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2017
- Exam is objective type and will be conducted online.
- There are 4 papers, (Paper- 1) Quantitative Ability, (Paper-2) English Language and Comprehension, (Paper-3) Statistics and (Paper-4) General Studies (Finance and Economics).
- Paper-1 & 2 is compulsory for all posts and Paper-3 is only for the post of “Statistical Investigator Gr. II” & “Compiler” and Paper- 4 is only for the post of “Assistant Audit Officer”.
- Each paper carries 200 marks and exam duration is 2 hours for each paper.
- There will be negative marking for each wrong answer, negative marking of 0.50 marks in Paper-1, Paper-3 & Paper-4 and negative marking of 0.25 marks in Paper-2.
Summary: SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2017
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Exam Duration | Exam Duration (Visual Handicap) |
| 1 | Quantitative Abilities | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours | 2 Hours 40 Min |
| 2 | English Language and Comprehension | 200 | 200 | 2 Hours | 2 Hours 40 Min |
| 3 | Statistics | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours | 2 Hours 40 Min |
| 4 | General Studies (Finance & Economics) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours | 2 Hours 40 Min |
SSC CGL Tier 3 Exam Pattern 2017
- Exam is descriptive type and will be conducted offline.
- Candidates need to write Essay / Précis / Letter / Application Writing etc.
- Exam carries 100 marks and exam duration is 60 minutes and exam duration will be 80 minutes for “VH” and “Cerebral Palsy” candidates.
Tier-3 Exam Pattern:
- Exam is descriptive type and will be conducted offline.
- Candidates need to write Essay / Précis / Letter / Application Writing etc.
- Exam carries 100 marks and exam duration is 60 minutes and exam duration will be 80 minutes for “VH” and “Cerebral Palsy” candidates.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Syllabus 2017
Part A: General Intelligence & Reasoning
It would include questions of both verbal and non-verbal type. This component may include questions on analogies, similarities and differences, space visualization, spatial orientation, problem solving, analysis, judgement, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning and figural classification, arithmetic number series, non-verbal series, coding and decoding, statement conclusion, syllogistic reasoning etc. The topics are, Semantic Analogy, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Figural Analogy, Semantic Classification, Symbolic/Number Classification, Figural Classification, Semantic Series, Number Series, Figural Series, Problem Solving, Word Building, Coding & de-coding, Numerical Operations, symbolic Operations, Trends, Space Orientation, 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.
Part B: General Awareness
Questions in this component will test the candidate’s general awareness of the environment around and its application to society. Questions will also be designed to test knowledge of current events and every day observations and experience in their scientific aspect as may be expected of any educated person. The test will also include questions relating to India and its neighbouring countries especially pertaining History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy & Scientific Research.
Part C: Quantitative Aptitude
Questions will be designed to test the ability of appropriate use of numbers and number sense of the candidate. The scope of the test will be computation of whole numbers, decimals, fractions and relationships between numbers, Percentage. Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Allegation, 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 , Circle, 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.
Part D: English Comprehension
This section will test candidate’s ability to understand English language.
SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Syllabus 2017
Paper I: Quantitative Ability
The questions will be designed to test the ability of appropriate use of numbers and number sense of the candidate. The scope of the test will be the computation of whole numbers, decimals, fractions and relationships between numbers, Percentage. Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Allegation, 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 , Circle, Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right 20 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 chat.
Paper II: English Language & Comprehension
Questions in this components will be designed to test the candidate’s understanding and knowledge of English Language and questions will be based on spot the error, fill in the blanks, synonyms, antonyms, spelling/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.
Paper III: Statistics
- 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.
- Measures of Central Tendency: Common measures of central tendency, mean median and mode; Partition values- quartiles, deciles, percentiles.
- Measures of Dispersion: Common measures dispersion, range, quartile deviations, mean deviation and standard deviation; Measures of relative dispersion.
- Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis: Different types of moments and their relationship; meaning of skewness and kurtosis; different measures of skewness and kurtosis.
- 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).
- Probability Theory: Meaning of probability; Different definitions of probability; Conditional probability; Compound probability; Independent events; Bayes’ theorem.
- 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).
- Sampling Theory: Concept of population and sample; Parameter and statistic, Sampling and non-sampling errors; Probability and non-probability sampling techniques (simple random sampling, stratified sampling, multi-stage sampling, multiphase sampling, cluster sampling, systematic sampling, purposive sampling, convenience sampling and quota sampling); Sampling distribution (statement only); Sample size decisions.
- 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.
- Analysis of Variance: Analysis of one-way classified data and two-way classified data. Time Series Analysis – Components of time series, Determinations of trend component by different methods, Measurement of seasonal variation by different methods.
- 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.
Paper IV: General Studies (Finance and Economics)
Part A: Finance and Accounts (80 marks)
- Fundamental principles and basic concept of Accounting: Financial Accounting: Nature and scope, Limitations of Financial Accounting, Basic concepts and Conventions, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Basic concepts of accounting: 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.
Part B: Economics and Governance (120 marks)
- Comptroller & Auditor General of India: Constitutional provisions, Role and responsibility.
- Finance Commission: Role and functions.
- Basic Concept of Economics and introduction to Micro Economics: Definition, scope and nature of Economics, Methods of economic study and Central problems of an economy and Production possibilities curve.
- Theory of Demand and Supply: 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 and Elasticity of Supply.
- Theory of production and cost: Meaning and Factors of production; Laws of production- Law of variable proportion and Laws of returns to scale.
- Forms of Market and price determination in different markets: Various forms of markets-Perfect Competition, Monopoly, Monopolistic Competition and Oligopoly ad Price determination in these markets.
- Indian Economy: Nature of the Indian Economy Role of different sectors-Role of Agriculture, Industry and Services-their problems and growth; National Income of India-Concepts of national income, Different methods of measuring national income Population-Its size, rate of growth and its implication on economic growth Poverty and unemployment- Absolute and relative poverty, types, causes and incidence of unemployment Infrastructure-Energy, Transportation, Communication.
- Economic Reforms in India: Economic reforms since 1991; Liberalisation, Privatisation, Globalisation and Disinvestment.
- Money and Banking: Monetary/ Fiscal policy- Role and functions of Reserve Bank of India; functions of commercial Banks/RRB/Payment Banks Budget and Fiscal deficits and Balance of payments Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act.
- Role of Information Technology in Governance.
SSC CGL Posts / SSC CGL Salary 2017 ( approximately )
| Group | Posts | Ministries/Department | Grade Pay | Gross Salary | In Hand Salary |
| Group “B” | Assistant AuditOfficer | Indian Audit & Accounts Department under CAG | 4,800 | 54,864 – 61,424 | 50,725 – 57,285 |
| Group “B” | Assistant SectionOfficer | Central Secretariat Service | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Central Vigilance Commission | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Intelligence Bureau | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Ministry of Railway | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Ministry of External Affairs | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | AFHQ | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Other Ministries/ Departments | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Inspector(Central Excise) | CBEC | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Inspector(Preventive Officer) | CBEC | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Inspector(Examiner) | CBEC | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | AssistantEnforcement Officer | Directorate of Enforcement, Department of Revenue | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Assistant | Other Ministries/ Departments | 4,200 | 32,667 – 37,119 | 29,455 – 33,907 |
| Group “B” | Sub Inspector | Central Bureau of Investigation | 4,200 | 32,667 – 37,119 | 29,455 – 33,907 |
| Group “B” | Inspector of Posts | Department of Post | 4,200 | 32,667 – 37,119 | 29,455 – 33,907 |
| Group “B” | StatisticalInvestigator Gr.II | Ministry of Statistics & Prog. Implementation. | 4,200 | 32,667 – 37,119 | 29,455 – 33,907 |
| Group “B” | Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “B” | Sub Inspector | National Investigation Agency (NIA) | 4,200 | 32,667 – 37,119 | 29,455 – 33,907 |
| Group “C” | Inspector(Income Tax) | CBDT | 4,600 | 41,003 – 46,183 | 36,864 – 42,044 |
| Group “C” | Auditor | Offices under CAG | 2,800 | 27,766 – 31,790 | 25,123 – 29,147 |
| Group “C” | Auditor | Offices under CGDA | 2,800 | 27,766 – 31,790 | 25,123 – 29,147 |
| Group “C” | Auditor | Offices under CGA & others |
2,800 | 27,766 – 31,790 | 25,123 – 29,147 |
| Group “C” | Accountant/ Junior Accountant | Offices under CAG | 2,800 | 27,766 – 31,790 | 25,123 – 29,147 |
| Group “C” | Accountant/ Junior Accountant | Offices under CGA & others |
2,800 | 27,766 – 31,790 | 25,123 – 29,147 |
| Group “C” | Sr. Secretariat Assistant | Central Govt. Offices/Ministries other than CSCS cadres. | 2,400 | 24,446 – 28,180 | 22,121 – 25,855 |
| Group “C” | Tax Assistant | CBDT | 2,400 | 24,446 – 28,180 | 22,121 – 25,855 |
| Group “C” | Tax Assistant | CBEC | 2,400 | 24,446 – 28,180 | 22,121 – 25,855 |
| Group “C” | Compiler | Registrar General of India | 2,400 | 24,446 – 28,180 | 22,121 – 25,855 |
| Group “C” | Sub Inspector | Central Bureau of Narcotics | 2,400 | 24,446 – 28,180 | 22,121 – 25,855 |
SSC CGL-17 NOTIFICATION DETAILS….
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