Tier I (CBT) → Tier II (CBT) → Tier III (Descriptive) → Skill Test
CGL: Graduate | CHSL: 12th Pass | MTS: 10th Pass
CGL: Apr | CHSL: Mar | MTS: May | GD: Jan
Quant, Reasoning, English, General Awareness
CGL: ~30 lakh | CHSL: ~25 lakh applicants
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between SSC CGL and CHSL?
CGL is for graduate-level posts (Group B/C), while CHSL is for 12th-pass level posts like LDC, JSA and Postal Assistant.
How many tiers does SSC CGL have?
Up to four tiers depending on the post: Tier I and II are computer-based tests, Tier III is descriptive, and some posts require a skill/typing test.
What is the SSC GD Constable exam pattern?
A single Computer Based Test covering General Intelligence, General Knowledge, Elementary Mathematics and English/Hindi, followed by a Physical Efficiency Test.
Is there negative marking in SSC exams?
Yes, typically 0.25 to 0.5 marks are deducted per wrong answer depending on the specific SSC exam.