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How to Attempt the SSC CGL 2024 Exam?

How to Attempt the SSC CGL 2024 Exam?: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will conduct the SSC CGL Tier 1 exam from 9th September to 26th September 2024. The SSC CGL is one of the most competitive exams in India. The right approach is very important to attempt the SSC CGL exam. Most of the candidates who have prepared well for the exam but still they unable to crack the exam because they don’t know the right plan to attempt the SSC CGL exam. The SSC CGL exam consists of 100 questions and a total of 60 minutes to attempt the exam. As we know it is a time-bounded exam, and one must know how to attempt the SSC CGL 2024 exam. This blog will help them to know what to do before, during, and after the exam. Along with this, we have also provided proven tips to smoothly attempt the exam.

SSC CGL 2024 Exam Pattern

Before appearing for the SSC CGL Exam, it is very important to understand the SSC CGL 2024 Exam Pattern very carefully. The SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam consists of four sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, and English Comprehension. The SSC presents a total of 100 questions and each question carries 2 marks. The SSC allocates a total of 60 minutes to attempt the question paper and 80 minutes for those candidates who are eligible for scribe.

Sl. NoSectionsNo. of QuestionsMarksTime
1English Comprehension255060 Minutes (1 hour & 20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe)
2General Awareness2550
3General Intelligence and Reasoning2550
4Quantitative Aptitude2550
Total100200

Tips on How to Attempt the SSC CGL 2024 Exam?

Here, we have provided the Tips on how to attempt the SSC CGL 2024 Exam. Tips will help the candidates to know what to do or not to do before the exam, during the exam, and after the exam. Candidates are highly advised to follow these tips to avoid any mistakes on the day of the exam.

1. Before the Exam

  • Before the exam, candidates must gather the necessary items such as an admit card, original photo ID, 2 passport size photograph
  • Get proper sleep and rest the night before the exam by which they can attempt the exam without tiredness.
  • Candidates must eat healthily before the day of the exam to stay focused and energized during the exam.
  • Reach the exam center timely to avoid last-minute stress.
  • Make sure you have visited the examination center one day before the exam.

2. During the Exam

  • Candidates must read the instructions very carefully before starting the exam to avoid any mistakes.
  • Candidates must divide the time wisely among all sections as we all know that the SSC CGL is a time-bounded Exam
  • If a question is taking a long time, candidates are advised to leave that question and move on to the next one.
  • The SSC CGL Exam consists of negative markings, so try to attempt only those questions on which you can rely.
  • Try to solve small calculations mentally to save time.
  • Stay calm and focused, and avoid watching here and there.
  • Read the questions very carefully, questions may be tricky.

3. After the Exam

  • Stay positive do not overthink, and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Do not think about the outcome.
  • Analyze the exam and questions asked in the exam.
  • Learn from mistakes if you find any question you answered incorrectly while analyzing the questions.

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How To Attempt The SSC CGL 2024 Exam? FAQs

What is the best strategy to attempt the SSC CGL 2024 exam?

Candidates must start with the section they are most comfortable with.

How should I manage time during the SSC CGL exam?

Prioritize questions that are easy for you, and revisit tougher ones later if time permits.

Is it important to attempt all questions in the SSC CGL exam?

No, candidates must skip those questions on which they can’t rely to avoid negative markings.

Abhishek Jatariya

I help candidates prepare for SSC, Banking and Regulatory exams by covering topics ranging from exam patterns to syllabus to study techniques and more.

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