SSC CGL exam
SSC CGL stands for taff Selection Commission - Combined Graduate Level Examination. It is a nationwide competitive exam conducted in India by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) to recruit staff for various posts in ministries, departments, and organizations of the Government of India.
Key Details:
- Eligibility: The exam is open to graduates from any recognized university in India.
- Posts: SSC CGL recruits for various Group B and Group C posts such as:
- Income Tax Inspector
- Assistant Section Officer
- Inspector (Central Excise)
- Statistical Investigator
- Auditor
- Accountant, and more.
Exam Structure:
The SSC CGL exam is conducted in multiple tiers:
1. Tier-I: Preliminary exam (Objective type, multiple-choice questions) - General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension.
2. Tier-II: Main exam (Objective type, multiple-choice questions) - Quantitative Abilities, English Language, and other subjects related to the post applied for.
3. Tier-III: Descriptive Paper (Essay/Letter/Application writing in English/Hindi).
4. Tier-IV: Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test/Document Verification (based on the specific post).
Purpose:
The exam serves to fill vacancies in central government offices and plays a crucial role in staffing across a wide array of services and departments under the Indian government.