SSC CGL Preparation Strategy
1. Subject-Wise Preparation Tips
📐 Quantitative Aptitude
Topics: Algebra, Geometry, Number System, DI, Percentage, SI & CI
Books: R.S. Aggarwal, Advance Maths by Rakesh Yadav
Strategy: Focus on concepts first → solve short tricks → time-bound practice
🔤 English Language
Topics: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension
Books: Plinth to Paramount (Neetu Singh), SP Bakshi, daily newspaper (The Hindu)
Strategy: 30 min reading daily + grammar rulebook + error spotting
🧠 Reasoning
Topics: Coding-Decoding, Syllogism, Series, Analogy, Puzzle
Books: Kiran Reasoning, Lucent Reasoning
Strategy: Practice 25–30 questions daily; time yourself
🌐 General Awareness
Focus: Static GK, Current Affairs (last 6–8 months), Science, History, Polity
Books: Lucent GK, monthly current affairs PDFs (Vision IAS, Affairs Cloud)
Strategy: Revise current affairs daily + weekly quizzes
📆 2. Create a Study Plan (3–6 Months)
Weekly Strategy:
6 days study + 1 day revision/mock
Daily 6–8 hours for full-time aspirants; 2–4 hours for working aspirants
Subject-Wise Weekly Focus:
| Week | Focus Areas |
|---|---|
| 1–2 | Quant basics + Grammar rules + Current Affairs |
| 3–4 | Reasoning practice + Vocab building + DI practice |
| 5–6 | Mock tests + Error analysis + GA revision |
| 7–8+ | Speed improvement + Previous papers + Tier-II prep |
🧭 3. Understand the SSC CGL Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Tier I (Objective) – 60 minutes
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Tier II (Objective) – 120 minutes for each paper
Paper I – Quantitative Abilities (compulsory)
Paper II – English Language & Comprehension (compulsory)
Paper III – Statistics (for JSO post)
Paper IV – General Studies (Finance & Economics) (for AAO post)
🧪 4. Practice & Mock Tests
Daily Practice: Solve at least 1 full-length Tier-I mock test every 2–3 days after the 1st month
Tier-II prep should begin simultaneously once basics are clear
Analyze your mistakes: Track error patterns and work on weak areas
Trusted Mock Test Platforms:
Test book
Olive board
Adda247
Grade up
SSC Adda
🔁 5. Revision & Time Management
Keep short notes/formula sheets for last-month revision
Revise English vocab and GA facts every week
Practice calculation shortcuts and mental math’s
🔥 Bonus Tips
📱 Use apps like Pocket Aptitude, Grade up, GK Today for on-the-go practice
⏱️ Time management is crucial in both Tier I & II – don’t get stuck on tough questions
💯 Focus more on accuracy than attempts
