sbi po prelims mock test 2026

Staff Selection Commission has announced the recruitment drive for Combined Graduate Level Exam (SSC CGL) 2026 with over 15,000+ vacancies across Group B and Group C posts. Aspirants targeting positions like Assistant Section Officer, Income Tax Inspector, and Central Excise Inspector must clear the Tier-1 examination as the first critical step.

SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam Pattern 2026

The Tier-1 exam is a computer-based test comprising 100 multiple choice questions with a maximum of 200 marks, to be solved in 60 minutes. It contains four sections, each evaluating distinct core skills:

Syllabus Breakdown

• Quantitative Aptitude: Focuses on ratio & proportion, average, interest, profit & loss, speed-time-distance, basic algebra, geometry theorems, trigonometry ratios, and data interpretation charts.
• General Intelligence & Reasoning: Covers semantic analogies, symbolic operations, classification, number series, coding-decoding, Venn diagrams, pattern folding, and critical reasoning logic.
• General Awareness: Emphasizes current affairs (national/international), Indian history, geography, economy, polity, and everyday science concepts.
• English Comprehension: Tests error detection, fill in the blanks, synonyms/antonyms, active/passive voice, direct/indirect narration, cloze passage, and reading comprehension.

Key Preparation Tips

To score high in SSC CGL Tier-1, aspirants should make mock tests a core part of their daily schedule. Practicing under strict time limits simulates the pressure of the actual exam and builds time-management skills. Analyzing wrong selections after each test helps identify weak sections, allowing candidates to refine their concepts before the final exam.