The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially announced the dates for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Tier-1 exam for 2024. The exam will be conducted across various shifts from September 9 to September 26, 2024. This announcement has set the stage for thousands of aspirants who are gearing up for one of the most sought-after competitive exams in India.
Key Takeaways
- Exam Dates: September 9 to September 26, 2024
- Admit Card Release: Expected in the first week of September 2024
- Application Correction Window: August 10 and 11, 2024
- Total Vacancies: 17,727 posts
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 30% for General, 25% for OBC/EWS, 20% for SC/ST
Important Dates and Admit Card Information
The SSC CGL 2024 Tier-1 exam will be held from September 9 to September 26, 2024. The admit cards are expected to be released in the first week of September. Candidates can download admit cards from the official SSC regional websites by entering their registration number and date of birth.
Application Correction Window
Candidates who need to correct their application forms can do so on August 10 and 11, 2024. The SSC has sent SMS notifications to candidates with application form errors advising them to rectify the mistakes within this period to avoid rejection.
Exam Pattern and Qualifying Marks
The SSC CGL Tier-1 exam will be conducted online and will consist of four sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. Each section will have 25 questions, for a total of 100 questions carrying 200 marks. The exam duration is 60 minutes, with a negative mark of 0.50 for each wrong answer.
| Section | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
The minimum qualifying marks are set at 30% for General category candidates, 25% for OBC and EWS candidates, and 20% for SC, ST, and other categories.
How to Download Admit Card
- Visit the SSC regional website where the candidate has applied.
- Click the link to check the application status, exam city, and admit card download.
- Enter the candidate’s credentials, like registration number and date of birth.
- The candidate dashboard displays all the information, including the application status, exam date, city, and admit card download link.
- Take a printout of the SSC CGL Admit Card 2024 to carry to the exam center.
Preparation Tips
- Understand the Exam Pattern: Familiarize yourself with the exam pattern and syllabus to strategize your preparation.
- Time Management: Practice managing your time effectively to complete all sections within the given time frame.
- Mock Tests: Regularly take mock tests to assess your preparation level and identify areas for improvement.
- Focus on Weak Areas: Spend extra time on topics where you are weak to ensure a balanced preparation.
- Stay Updated: Keep yourself updated with current affairs and general knowledge topics.
The SSC CGL 2024 exam is a golden opportunity for candidates aiming for government jobs. With the proper preparation and strategy, aspirants can secure a position among the 17,727 vacancies available.
