[ Revised ] SSC CGL Syllabus 2022- 23 For Tier 1 and 2

Updated SSC CGL Syllabus for 2022 Exam

SSC made some changes in the SSC CGL Syllabus for the 2022 exam. Updated SSC CGL 2022 Syllabus for Tier 1 and Tier 2 is given in the latest notification released by the commission on 17 September 2022. With the syllabus, SSC also change the exam pattern for SSC CGL 2022 you can check the updated exam pattern here. In this post, we provide the latest syllabus for SSC CGL 2022.

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SSC CGL Syllabus 2022- Overview

As you know SSC CGL 2022 Tier-1 Exam is scheduled to be conducted in December 2022. Candidates who are planning to give the exam are advised to go through the latest SSC CGL Syllabus to increase their chances of success. Because it is the backbone of any exam, Syllabus provide you with the direction to prepare for the exam in an efficient way. Students who want to prepare for the exam are expected to know subject-wise SSC CGL Syllabus before starting their preparation.

Before going to the syllabus you are advised to check SSC CGL 2022 Exam Pattern.

The SSC CGL exam syllabus is divided into Tier – I and Tier- II.

Tier – I	Objective Multiple Choice	Computer-Based (online)
Tier – II (Paper I, II, III)	Paper I (Compulsory for all posts), Paper II for candidates who apply for the posts of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) in the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation and Paper III for candidates who apply for the posts of Assistant Audit Officer/ Assistant Accounts Officer. Objective Type, Multiple choice questions, except for Module-II of Section-III of Paper-I	Computer-Based (online)

Let’s understand the SSC CGL Syllabus 2022 for Tier I & II exams based on the latest pattern.

SSC CGL Syllabus 2022 for Tier 1

SSC CGL Syllabus for the Tier-1 exam for all 4 sections- Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Reasoning, English Language & General Awareness is given here. The detailed SSC CGL Syllabus for Tier-1 Exam has been discussed in detail below. 

SSC CGL Tier-I Math Syllabus

In the SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam Quantitative Aptitude questions will be designed to test the ability to appropriate use of numbers and number sense of the candidate. This section is common in Tier-1 & Tier-2 and 80 % of the syllabus is overlap, So you are advised to prepare well. The topic-wise Syllabus for SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude is given below.

1. Computation of whole numbers,
2. Decimals,
3. Fractions and relationships between numbers,
4. Percentage.
5. Ratio & Proportion,
6. Square roots,
7. Averages,
8. Interest,
9. Profit and Loss,
10. Discount,
11. Partnership Business,
12. Mixture and Alligation,
13. Time and distance,
14. Time & Work,
15. Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra & Elementary surds,
16. Graphs of Linear Equations,
17. Triangle and its various kinds of centres,
18. Congruence and similarity of triangles,
19. Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles,
20. Triangle,
21. Quadrilaterals,
22. Regular Polygons,
23. Circle,
24. Right Prism,
25. Right Circular Cone,
26. Right Circular Cylinder,
27. Sphere,
28. Hemispheres,
29. Rectangular Parallelepiped,
30. Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square base,
31. Trigonometric ratio,
32. Degree and Radian Measures,
33. Standard Identities,
34. Complementary angles,
35. Heights and Distances,
36. Histogram,
37. Frequency polygon,
38. Bar diagram & Pie chart.

SSC CGL Tier-I General Intelligence and Reasoning Syllabus

The SSC CGL Syllabus for General Intelligence and Reasoning consists of both verbal and non-verbal types of topics. In this section, there are a total of 25 questions carrying 50 marks in total. The Topic wise Syllabus for SSC CGL Tier-I General Intelligence and Reasoning is given below.

1. Analogies
2. Similarities and differences
3. Space visualization
4. Spatial orientation
5. Problem-solving
6. Analysis
7. Judgment
8. Blood Relations
9. Decision making
10. Visual memory
11. Discrimination
12. Observation
13. Relationship concepts
14. Arithmetical reasoning
15. Figural classification
16. Arithmetic number series
17. Non-verbal series
18. Coding and decoding
19. Statement conclusion
20. Syllogistic reasoning

SSC CGL Tier-I General English Syllabus

The SSC CGL syllabus of Tier 1 English will contain 25 questions of 50 marks in total. Out of all the sections in the Tier 1 exam, this section is only going to be in English only. This section is to check the Candidate’s ability to understand correct English, his basic comprehension and writing ability, etc.

1. Idioms and Phrases
2. One word Substitution
3. Sentence Correction
4. Error Spotting
5. Fill in the Blanks
6. Spellings Correction
7. Reading Comprehension
8. Synonyms-Antonyms
9. Active Passive
10. Sentence Rearrangement
11. Sentence Improvement
12. Cloze test

SSC CGL Tier-I General Awareness Syllabus

Questions in this component will test the candidates’ general awareness of the environment around them and its application to society. The syllabus for SSC CGL Tier-I General Awareness is given below.

1. India and its neighbouring countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy & Scientific Research
2. Science
3. Current Affairs
4. Books and Authors
5. Sports
6. Important Schemes
7. Important Days
8. Portfolio
9. People in News

SSC CGL Syllabus 2022 for Tier 2

Candidates are advised to give special focus on SSC CGL Tier 2 Syllabus Because the commission has changed the exam pattern and the syllabus for SSC CGL Tier 2 for the 2022 exam. The Tier 2 Exam will be conducted online and is an objective multiple-choice exam, except for Module-II (Data Entry Speed Test) of Section-III of Paper-I. 

SSC CGL Tier-2 exam has 3 Paper- Paper 1, Paper 2, and Paper 3. The Syllabus for each exam is different. The detailed syllabus of SSC CGL 2022 Tier 2 for each exam is given below.

SSC CGL Syllabus 2022 for Tier 2- Paper 1

Paper 1 is compulsory for all posts. Paper-I will include the following three sections having two modules each. The Subjects for each section and each module are given below.

Sections	Module	Subject
Section I	Module-I	Mathematical Abilities
Section I	Module-II	Reasoning and General Intelligence
Section II	Module-I	English Language and Comprehension
Section II	Module-II	General Awareness
Section III	Module-I	Computer Knowledge Test
Section III	Module-II	Data Entry Speed Test

Section 1 Module 1 Syllabus – Mathematical Abilities

Questions in Module-I of Section- I of Paper-I (Mathematical Abilities) will be of Matriculation Level. The main focus of this section is to check the candidate’s knowledge in terms f the appropriate use of numbers and the number sense of the candidate.

Topics	Sub-topics
Number Systems	1. Computation of Whole 2. NumberDecimal and Fractions 3. Relationship between numbers
Fundamental arithmetical operations	1. Percentages 2. Ratio and Proportion 3. Square roots 4. Averages 5. Interest (Simple and Compound) 6. Profit and Loss 7. Discount 8. Partnership Business 9. Mixture and Alligation 10. Time and distance 11. Time and work
Algebra	1. Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra and Elementary surds (simple problems) 2. Graphs of Linear Equations
Geometry	1. Similarity with elementary geometric figures and facts: Triangle and its various kinds of centres 2. Congruence and similarity of triangles 3. Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles.
Mensuration	1. Triangle 2. Quadrilaterals 3. Regular Polygons 4. Circle 5. Right Prism 6. Right Circular Cone 7. Right Circular Cylinder 8. Sphere 9. Hemispheres 10. Rectangular Parallelepiped 11. Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square Base.
Trigonometry	1. Trigonometry 2. Trigonometric ratios 3. Complementary angles 4. Height and distances (simple problems only) 5. Standard Identities
Statistics and probability	1. Use of Tables and Graphs: Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar-diagram, Pie-chart 2. Measures of central tendency: mean, median, mode, standard deviation 3. Calculation of simple probabilities

Section 1 Module 2 Syllabus- Reasoning and General Intelligence

Questions of both verbal and non-verbal types. These will include questions on

1. Questions of both verbal and non-verbal types.
2. Semantic Analogy
3. Symbolic operations
4. Symbolic/Number Analogy
5. Trends
6. Figural Analogy
7. Space Orientation Semantic Classification
8. Venn Diagrams
9. Symbolic/ Number Classification
10. Drawing inferences
11. Figural Classification
12. Punched hole/ pattern-folding & unfolding
13. Semantic Series
14. Figural Patternfolding and completion
15. Number Series
16. Embedded figures
17. Figural Series
18. Critical Thinking
19. Problem Solving
20. Emotional Intelligence
21. Word Building
22. Social Intelligence
23. Coding and de-coding
24. Numerical operations

Section 2 Module 1 Syllabus- English Language And Comprehension

This section is to check the Candidate’s ability to understand correct English, his basic comprehension and writing ability, etc. Questions in Module-I of Section- II of Paper-I (English Language and Comprehension) of 10+2 Level.

Vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms and their correct usage-

1. Spot the error
2. Fill in the blanks
3. Synonyms
4. Antonyms
5. Spelling/ detecting misspelt words
6. Idioms & phrases
7. One word substitution
8. Improvement of sentences
9. Active/ passive voice of verbs
10. Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration
11. Shuffling of sentence parts
12. Shuffling of sentences in a passage
13. Cloze passage
14. Comprehension passage

To test comprehension, three or more paragraphs will be given and questions based on those will be asked. At least one paragraph should be a simple one based on a book or a story and the other two paragraphs should be on current affairs, based on a report or an editorial.

Section 2 Module 2 Syllabus- General Awareness

1. India and its neighbouring countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy & Scientific Research
2. Science
3. Current Affairs
4. Books and Authors
5. Sports
6. Important Schemes
7. Important Days
8. Portfolio
9. People in News

Section 3 Module 1 Syllabus- Computer Proficiency

Computer Basics: Organization of a computer, Central Processing Unit (CPU), Input/ Output devices, computer memory, memory organization, back- up devices, PORTs, Windows Explorer. Keyboard shortcuts.

Software: Windows Operating system including basics of Microsoft Office like MS word, MS Excel and PowerPoint etc.

Working with Internet and e-mails: Web Browsing & Searching, Downloading & Uploading, Managing an E-mail Account, e-Banking

Basics of networking and cyber security: Networking devices and protocols, Network and information security threats (like hacking, virus, worms, Trojan etc.) and preventive measures.

Section 3 Module 2- Computer Proficiency

DEST – Module-II of Section-III of Paper-I will include conducting a Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) for a duration of 15 minutes in Session-II on the same day. The “Data Entry Speed Test” (DEST) Skill Test will be conducted for a passage of about 2000 (two thousand) key depressions for a duration of 15 (fifteen) minutes. Detailed instructions regarding Skill Test will be provided by the Regional Offices of the Commission.

Candidates are required to type 2000 words in 15 minutes on a computer in English. This test is conducted to check a candidate’s typing skills. Candidates are given an article in English which they have to type on Computer. For the post of Tax Assistant (Central Excise and Income Tax), DEST Exam through the SSC CGL 2022 exam is conducted to check the typing speed of the candidate.

DEST will be mandatory for all posts. however, it will be qualifying in nature

SSC CGL Syllabus 2022 for Tier 2- Paper 2- Statistics

1. Collection, Classification and Presentation of Statistical Data –Primary and Secondary data, Methods of data collection; Tabulation of data; Graphs and charts; Frequency distributions; Diagrammatic presentation of frequency distributions.

2. Measures of Central Tendency – Common measures of central tendency – mean median and mode; Partition values- quartiles, deciles, percentiles.

3. Measures of Dispersion- Common measures dispersion – range, quartile deviations, mean deviation and standard deviation; Measures of relative dispersion.

4. Moments, Skewness and Kurtosis – Different types of moments and their relationship; the meaning of skewness and kurtosis; different measures of skewness and kurtosis.

5. Correlation and Regression – Scatter diagram; simple correlation coefficient; simple regression lines; Spearman’s rank correlation; Measures of association of attributes; Multiple regression; Multiple and partial correlations (For three variables only).

6. Probability Theory – Meaning of probability; Different definitions of probability; Conditional probability; Compound probability; Independent events; Bayes‟ theorem.

7. Random Variable and Probability Distributions – Random variable; Probability functions; Expectation and Variance of a random variable; Higher moments of a random variable; Binomial, Poisson, Normal and Exponential distributions; Joint distribution of two random variables (discrete).

8. Sampling Theory – Concept of population and sample; Parameter and statistic, Sampling and non-sampling errors; Probability and nonprobability sampling techniques(simple random sampling, stratified sampling, multistage sampling, multiphase sampling, cluster sampling, systematic sampling, purposive sampling, convenience sampling and quota sampling); Sampling distribution(statement only); Sample size decisions.

9. Statistical Inference – Point estimation and interval estimation, Properties of a good estimator, Methods of estimation (Moments method, Maximum likelihood method, Least squares method), Testing of hypothesis, Basic concept of testing, Small sample and large sample tests, Tests based on Z, t, Chi-square and F statistic, Confidence intervals.

10. Analysis of Variance – Analysis of one-way classified data and two-way classified data.

11. Time Series Analysis – Components of time series, Determination of trend component by different methods, Measurement of seasonal variation by different methods.

12. Index Numbers – Meaning of Index Numbers, Problems in the construction of index numbers, Types of an index number, Different formulae, Base shifting and splicing of index numbers, Cost of living Index Numbers, Uses of Index Numbers.

SSC CGL Syllabus 2022 for Tier 2- Paper 3- General Studies-Finance and Economics

This section of the SSC CGL Tier 2 Syllabus is divided into 2 parts Finance & Accounts and Economics & Governance for which the sub-topics are detailed below-

Part A: Finance and Accounts-(80 marks)

 Financial Accounting

1. Nature and scope
2. Limitations of Financial Accounting
3. Basic concepts and Conventions
4. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Basic concepts of accounting

1. Single and double entry
2. Books of Original Entry
3. Bank Reconciliation
4. Journal, ledgers
5. Trial Balance
6. Rectification of Errors
7. Manufacturing
8. Trading
9. Profit & Loss Appropriation Accounts
10. Balance Sheet
11. The distinction between Capital and Revenue Expenditure
12. Depreciation Accounting
13. Valuation of Inventories
14. Non-profit organizations Accounts
15. Receipts and Payments and Income & Expenditure Accounts
16. Bills of Exchange
17. Self Balancing Ledgers

Part B: Economics and Governance-(120 marks)

1. Comptroller & Auditor General of India– Constitutional provisions, Role and responsibility.
2. Finance Commission-Role and functions
3. Basic Concept of Economics and introduction to Micro Economics
   1. Definition
   2. Scope and nature of Economics
   3. Methods of economic study
   4. Central problems of an economy
   5. Production possibilities curve
4. Theory of Demand and Supply
   1. Meaning and determinants of demand
   2. Law of demand and Elasticity of demand
   3. Price
   4. Income and cross elasticity
   5. Theory of consumer’s behaviour
   6. Marshallian approach and Indifference curve approach
   7. Meaning and determinants of supply
   8. Law of supply
   9. The elasticity of Supply
5. Theory of Production and cost
   1. Meaning and Factors of production
   2. Laws of production- Law of variable proportions and Laws of returns to scale.
6. Forms of Market and price determination in different markets
   1. Various forms of markets-Perfect Competition
   2. Monopoly
   3. Monopolistic Competition
   4. Oligopoly
   5. Price determination in these markets.
7. Indian Economy
   1. Nature of the Indian Economy Role of different sectors, Role of Agriculture, Industry and Services-their problems and growth.
   2. National Income of India-Concepts of national income, Different methods of measuring national income.
   3. Population-Its size, rate of growth and its implication on economic growth.
   4. Poverty and unemployment- Absolute and relative poverty, types, causes and incidence of unemployment.
   5. Infrastructure-Energy, Transportation, Communication.
8. Economic Reforms in India
   1. Economic reforms since 1991
   2. Liberalisation
   3. Privatisation
   4. Globalisation
   5. Disinvestment
9. Money and Banking
   1. Monetary/ Fiscal policy- Role and functions of Reserve Bank of India; functions of commercial Banks/RRB/Payment Banks.
   2. Budget and Fiscal deficits and Balance of payments.
   3. Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, 2003
10. Role of Information Technology in Governance

Important Points for SSC CGL 2022 Syllabus

1. Questions in Module-I of Section- I of Paper-I (Mathematical Abilities) will be of Matriculation Level,
2. In Module-I of Section- II of Paper-I (English Language and Comprehension) of 10+2 Level and
3. In Paper-II and Paper-III of Graduation Level.

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