What is SSC?

The Staff Selection Commission is a Government body that conducts examinations every year to recruit ministries, organisations, and department staff at Group B and C levels for the Government of India. These exams include:

SSC CGL - Combined Graduate Level

SSC CGL is an annual examination conducted in four tiers.

• Tier I - A computer-based test conducted in multiple slots, comprising objective-type questions
• Tier II - A computer-based test comprising two papers - English and Quantitative Aptitude
• Tier III - A descriptive test to evaluate candidates' written skills in English/Hindi
• Tier IV - A skill test/document verification conducted explicitly for the post of Assistant Audit Officer

SSC GD - Constable (General Duty)

SSC GD is conducted to recruit candidates in paramilitary organisations like CRPF, BSF, CISF, SSB, ITBP, SSF, etc. A three-stage examination is held to select intellectually and physically sound Learners.

• Stage I (Written exam) - An objective-type written examination conducted online. It entails topics including Elementary Mathematics, Hindi/English, Reasoning and General Intelligence
• Stage II (Physical Efficiency/Physical Standard Test) - A crucial stage for candidates looking to excel in the SSC GD exam. All candidates have to undergo a physical measurement and endurance test to reach the third stage
• Stage III – The last stage of SSC GD includes a medical check-up

SSC CHSL - Combined Higher Secondary Level

SSC conducts the SSC CHSL examination to recruit candidates in various departments or ministries. The candidates are selected for the post of SA/PA (Postal/Sorting Assistants), LDC (Lower Divisional Clerk), DEO (Data Entry Operator), or a Court Clerk. There are three stages in the examination:

• Tier I - CBT mode exam comprising objective-type questions
• Tier II - Descriptive-type written test
• Tier III - Skill test/typing test

SSC JE - Junior Engineer

The JE (Civil, Electrical, Quantity Surveying and Contracts, and Mechanical) test is a competitive exam conducted by SSC to recruit junior engineers for Group B (Non-gazetted) posts. It consists of two papers:

• Paper I - Computer-based examination
• Paper II – Written-test

SSC CPO - Central Police Organisation

The SSC CPO is conducted to recruit candidates for Central Police Force posts of Sub-inspector, CAPF, etc. It consists of four stages.

• Stage I - Paper 1
• Stage II - Physical standard/physical endurance test
• Stage III - Paper 2
• Stage IV - Medical examination

SSC MTS - Multitasking Staff

This is a non-technical exam to recruit candidates for posts such as Peon, Daftary, Jamadar, Gardener, Junior Gestetner Operator. It consists of two papers.

• Paper I - Online test
• Paper II - Offline test

SSC Stenographer 'C' and 'D'

SSC Stenographer 'C' and 'D' exam is conducted to recruit candidates for Stenographer Grade C (non-gazetted) and Grade D posts. It has two stages.

• Stage I - Computer-based test
• Stage II - Skill test

SSC JHT - Junior Hindi Translator

This is a competitive test for recruiting junior and senior Hindi translators in various departments, organisations, and ministries for the Government of India. It has two papers:

• Paper I - CBT (Computer-based test)
• Paper II - Offline examination

SSC 2022 Eligibility Criteria

Here’s a detailed list of the eligibility criteria for each exam:

SSC CGL Eligibility Criteria

SSC GD Eligibility Criteria

SSC CHSL Eligibility Criteria

SSC JE Eligibility Criteria

SSC CPO Eligibility Criteria

SSC MTS Eligibility Criteria

SSC Stenographer Eligibility Criteria

SSC JHT Eligibility Criteria

SSC 2022 Important Dates

SSC CGL

SSC GD

SSC CHSL

SSC JE

SSC CPO

SSC MTS

SSC Stenographer

SSC JHT

SSC 2022 Syllabus

The Staff Selection Committee (SSC) conducts the examination annually. Aspiring candidates can refer to the detailed syllabus for each exam, available on the official website of SSC. In addition, they can enrol on the online learning platform Unacademy and prepare better with the help of Interactive Live Classes conducted by Top Educators. Learners can also access the complete SSC syllabus on Unacademy.

The syllabus for all the SSC papers is vastly different. The complete syllabus for SSC exams is listed below.

SSC CGL Syllabus

The SSC CGL syllabus consists of Reasoning, General Awareness, English Comprehension, Numerical Aptitude, etc.

SSC GD Syllabus

The SSC GD written exam syllabus mainly consists of General Intelligence, Elementary Mathematics, Reasoning, and various other subjects.

SSC CHSL Syllabus

The SSC CHSL Tier I syllabus comprises Logical Reasoning, Data Sufficiency, Seating Arrangement, Alphanumeric Series, Puzzles, and related concepts. In contrast, the Tier II syllabus includes topics related to Finance, National Interest, Ecological Issues, Technology, Governance, Sports, etc.

SSC JE Syllabus

The SSC JE Paper-I syllabus comprises sub-topics including General Intelligence and Reasoning, along with Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering subjects.

The Paper-II syllabus consists of Building Materials, Soil Mechanics, Surveying, Transportation Engineering, Theory of Structures, RCC Design, and various other concepts.

SSC CPO Syllabus

The SSC CPO syllabus comprises topics related to Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, English Comprehension, Reasoning, and General Intelligence.

SSC MTS Syllabus

The SSC MTS syllabus consists of Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, General Reasoning, and General Awareness. The topics to be covered include Current Affairs, Profit and Loss, Grammar and Vocabulary, Space Visualisation, etc.

SSC Stenographer Syllabus

The SSC Stenographer syllabus comprises Reasoning, General Intelligence, General Awareness, Comprehension, and English Language topics.

SSC JHT Syllabus

The SSC JHT Paper-I syllabus includes relevant concepts to test the Learners’ understanding of literature and language, ability to write languages correctly, and so on. The Paper-II syllabus tests their translation skills and the ability to comprehend two different languages precisely.

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SSC 2022 Exam Pattern

SSC CGL

• Tier I - Computer-mode examination with 100 objective-type questions, divided into four sections
• Tier II - Two descriptive papers - English and Quantitative Aptitude, each of 200 marks
• Tier III - Subjective, 100-marks exam of one hour
• Tier IV - Computer proficiency/typing test

SSC GD

• Stage I - Online written exam. It consists of four parts, each with 25 questions and 25 marks, adding 100 marks to the exam
• Stage II - Physical standard/efficiency test
• Stage III - Medical test

SSC CHSL

• Tier I - Computer-based written test consisting of 100 questions, each of 2 marks
• Tier II - Descriptive-type written test
• Tier III - Typing/skill test where the Learner's typing time and speed will be evaluated

SSC JE

• Paper-I - Computer-based test of 200 marks, with each wrong answer having a negative marking of 0.25 marks
• Paper-II - Written test of 300 marks

SSC CPO

• Stage I - Paper 1 comprises MCQs and is conducted in the CBT (online mode)
• Stage II – Physical Standard/Endurance Test (PST/PET)
• Stage III- Paper 2 will be English Comprehension Test
• Stage IV - Medical examination

SSC MTS

• Paper I - 90-minutes online examination with 100 MCQs
• Paper II - 30-minutes offline test with descriptive-type questions

SSC Stenographer

• Stage I – Computer-based examination with a total of 200 questions and 200 marks
• Stage II - Skill test

SSC JHT

• Paper I - CBT (Computer-based test) consisting of 100 objective-type questions
• Paper II - Two-hour offline examination with descriptive-type questions

SSC 2022: Previous Years' Question Papers with Solutions

Candidates aspiring to excel in the SSC examination can download previous years’ question papers from Unacademy. Solving previous years’ papers will help them understand the exam pattern and comprehend the syllabus weightage. Learners can also attempt mock tests to evaluate their knowledge and areas of improvement. Learners can also enrol for the Interactive Live Classes on Unacademy to prepare for the SSC examination better.

Tips for Selecting the Best Online Class for SSC 2022

Apart from solving question papers and revising the syllabus, Learners can sign up for Live Classes for better preparation. Unacademy offers Interactive Live Classes conducted by Top Educators to help Learners qualify for SSC exams.

Here are some helpful tips for choosing the right Live Classes for SSC 2022:

Take feedback from Learners

Check the reviews shared by Learners about online learning platforms. The reviews will give you a fair idea about their Top Educators, study material offered and other additional benefits that can help prepare for SSC exams.

Check the success rate

An online learning platform with a proven track record of successful candidates is a green flag. Check the learning platform’s data on their website to see how many of their candidates have qualified for SSC exams, what percentage made it to the final selection, how many candidates have ranked well, and more such parameters.

Educators on the platform

Correct guidance lays a proper foundation and paves the path to excel in the SSC examination. Zero in on an online learning platform with experienced Educators who can guide you about the syllabus, exam patterns, tips to score better, and other important aspects. Unacademy has experienced Top Educators who mentor Learners, address their pain points, and share tips on cracking SSC exams.

Books to refer to for SSC 2022

SSC CGL

• Objective General English - SP Bakshi (Arihant)
• A Mirror of Common Errors - Dr Ashok K. Singh
• NCERT Maths from Grade 6-11

SSC GD

• General Knowledge - Manohar Pandey
• General Knowledge Manual - Pearson
• SSC Mathematics Chapter-wise Questions - Rakesh Yadav

SSC CHSL

• Verbal and Non-verbal Reasoning - R.S. Agarwal
• Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation - Arun Sharma
• Quicker Maths - M Tyra

SSC JE

• A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning - R.S. Agarwal
• SSC Junior Engineer Civil and Structural Recruitment Exam Guide 3rd Edition - Disha Experts
• SSC Junior Engineering Self-Study Guide Cum Practice Book - Kiran Prakashan

SSC CPO

• Analytical Reasoning - M.K. Pandey
• Arithmetics for General Competition Vol 1 and 2 - Neetu Singh
• One Word Substitution - Kiran

SSC MTS

• Lucent General Knowledge - Lucent Publication
• Objective General English - S.P. Bakshi
• Test of Reasoning - Edgar Thorpe

SSC Stenographer

• Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning - R.S. Agarwal (S. Chand Revised Edition 2012)
• Analytical Reasoning - M.K. Pandey

SSC JHT

• English Grammar Book - Wren and Martin
• Adhunik Hindi Vyakaran aur Rachna (Hindi) - Dr. Vasudev Nandan Prasad
• SSC Junior Hindi Translator Exam - Arihant

Mantras to Crack SSC 2022

Getting through the SSC exam is a significant task and a major achievement. From solving numerous question papers to immersing yourself in tiring revisions, the whole preparation journey can be quite stressful. To help you simplify the process, here are a few helpful mantras that will increase the chances of qualifying the SSC exam.

Understanding the SSC exam patterns

Familiarising yourself with the exam pattern is a good start to SSC exam preparation. Check the previous years’ question papers and sign up for mock exams on Unacademy to prepare systematically.

Knowing the syllabus thoroughly

Having a complete overview of the SSC syllabus is extremely helpful. Learners will understand which topics are crucial, what type of questions may come up, and the areas that need improvement. The full SSC syllabus is accessible on Unacademy.

Practice makes perfect

Keep practising to strengthen your weak points, revise, and improve speed. Attempting mock exams, solving question papers, and revising consistently increase the chances of success in the SSC exam.