SSC CGL Recruitment 2024: Complete Guide to Secure Your Dream Government Job

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination is a prestigious national-level competitive exam conducted annually to recruit candidates for various Group “B” and Group “C” posts in different ministries, departments, and organizations of the Government of India.

This comprehensive guide provides all the essential details you need to know about SSC CGL Recruitment 2024, ensuring you are well-prepared to embark on this journey towards a promising career.

Overview of SSC CGL 2024

Important Dates for SSC CGL Recruitment 2024

Vacancy Details for SSC CGL Recruitment 2024

• Total Vacancies: 7500 (as of the latest update)

Previous Year Category-wise Vacancies

• UR: 3804
• SC: 1315
• ST: 628
• OBC: 1900
• EWS: 793
• Total: 8440 (2023 data)

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

• The candidate must be a citizen of India.
• Candidates who are subjects of Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India, are also eligible to apply.

Age Limit

The age limit for SSC CGL 2024 varies by post. The general age range is 18 to 32 years as of January 1, 2024.

Specific Age Limits for Different Posts:

• 18-27 years: Auditor, Accountant, Junior Accountant, Senior Secretariat Assistant, Upper Division Clerks, Tax Assistant, Sub-Inspector (Group C).
• 18-30 years: Inspector, Assistant (Group B).
• 20-27 years: Tax Assistant (Group C).
• 20-30 years: Assistant Section Officer (Group B).
• Not exceeding 30 years: Assistant Audit Officer, Inspector of Income Tax, Divisional Accountant (Group B, Group B Gazetted, Group C).
• Up to 30 years: Assistant Enforcement Officer, Sub Inspector (Group B).
• Up to 32 years: Junior Statistical Officer (Group B).

Age Relaxation:

• OBC: 3 years
• SC/ST: 5 years
• PwD: 10 years (additional 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC)
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date.

Educational Qualification

• General Requirement: A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution.

Specific Requirements for Certain Posts:

• Assistant Audit Officer/Assistant Accounts Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Accountancy or a related field.
• Junior Statistical Officer (JSO): Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks in Mathematics at the 12th standard level or a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with Statistics as one of the subjects at the degree level.
• Compiler: Bachelor’s degree from any recognized university with Economics or Statistics or Mathematics as a compulsory or elective subject.

Application Process

Online Application:

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to ssc.gov.in.
2. Check Recruitment Notification: Look for the link of recruitment notification and click on that to open it.
3. Register: Complete the one-time registration process by providing basic details.
4. Fill Application Form: Log in with your registration ID and password, fill in the application form with personal, educational, and other required details.
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned images of your photograph and signature.
6. Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee of ₹100/- (exempted for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen and female candidates) through online or offline mode.
7. Submit: Review the application form and submit it. Take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Exam Pattern

Tier 1:

• Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension
• Total Marks: 200 (50 marks per section)
• Negative Marking: 0.50 marks for each wrong answer

Tier 2:

• Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Papers: Four papers (Paper I – Quantitative Abilities, Paper II – English Language and Comprehension, Paper III – Statistics, Paper IV – General Studies (Finance and Economics))
• Duration: 2 hours per paper
• Total Marks: Varies by paper
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Paper II and 0.50 marks for each wrong answer in Paper I, III, and IV

Tier 3:

• Mode: Descriptive Paper (Pen and Paper mode)
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Total Marks: 100
• Type: Essay/Precis/Letter/Application writing in English or Hindi

Tier 4:

• Mode: Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test (CPT)/Document Verification
• Type: Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) for Tax Assistants, CPT for Assistant Section Officer and other posts

Syllabus

Tier 1:

• General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, similarities and differences, space visualization, problem-solving, analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series, non-verbal series, etc.
• General Awareness: Current events, India and its neighboring countries, history, culture, geography, economic scene, general policy, scientific research, etc.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Number systems, computation of whole numbers, decimals and fractions, relationship between numbers, fundamental arithmetical operations, percentages, ratio and proportion, averages, interest, profit and loss, discount, use of tables and graphs, mensuration, time and distance, ratio and time, time and work, etc.
• English Comprehension: Understanding of the English language, vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms, and its correct usage, etc.

Tier 2:

• Quantitative Abilities: Same as Tier 1 but of higher difficulty level.
• English Language and Comprehension: Same as Tier 1 but of higher difficulty level.
• Statistics: Collection, classification, and presentation of statistical data, measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, moments, skewness and kurtosis, correlation and regression, probability theory, random variable and probability distributions, sampling theory, statistical inference, analysis of variance, time series analysis, index numbers, etc.
• General Studies (Finance and Economics): Fundamental principles and basic concept of accounting, financial accounting, basic concepts of economics and introduction to microeconomics, theory of demand and supply, theory of production and cost, forms of market and price determination in different markets, Indian economy, economic reforms since 1991, money and banking, role of information technology in governance, etc.

Salary Structure

• Pay Level-8: ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100
• Pay Level-7: ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400
• Pay Level-6: ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400
• Pay Level-5: ₹29,200 to ₹92,300
• Pay Level-4: ₹25,500 to ₹81,100

Preparation Tips

1. Mock Tests: Practice with SSC CGL mock tests to get a feel of the exam pattern and time management.
2. Previous Year Papers: Solve previous year question papers to understand the types of questions asked.
3. Study Material: Use recommended books and online resources for comprehensive preparation.
4. Time Management: Allocate specific time slots for each subject and stick to a study schedule.
5. Revision: Regularly revise the topics you have studied to retain the information.

By following these details, candidates can effectively prepare for the SSC CGL 2024 examination and increase their chances of securing a government job. Stay confident, stay focused, and give your best effort. Good luck!

This detailed guide covers all crucial aspects of the SSC CGL Recruitment 2024, ensuring you have a thorough understanding of the process. Remember, preparation and determination are key to success.

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