SSC Constable GD 2024 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
SSC Constable GD 2024 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The SSC Constable GD 2023 examination comprises four stages: Computer-Based Examination (CBE), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST), and a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). Below is the detailed exam pattern and syllabus:
1. Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
| Part |
Subject |
Number of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Duration |
| A |
General Intelligence & Reasoning |
20 |
40 |
|
| B |
General Knowledge & General Awareness |
20 |
40 |
|
| C |
Elementary Mathematics |
20 |
40 |
60 minutes |
| D |
English/Hindi |
20 |
40 |
|
- Total Questions: 80
- Total Marks: 160
- Marking Scheme: Each question carries 2 marks. A negative marking of 0.50 marks will be applied for each wrong answer.
- Medium: The examination will be conducted in English and Hindi only.
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice
Note:
- No re-evaluation or re-checking of the scores is allowed.
- The scores will be normalized as per the formula provided by SSC, which will be used for determining final merit and cut-off marks.
- Tentative Answer Keys will be made available on the SSC website after the examination. Candidates can submit objections within the stipulated time by paying Rs 100/- per question.
2. Syllabus
- General Intelligence & Reasoning:
- Topics: Analogies, similarities and differences, spatial visualization, spatial orientation, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, figural classification, non-verbal series, coding and decoding, etc.
- General Knowledge & General Awareness:
- Topics: Current events, Indian history, culture, geography, economic scene, general polity, Indian Constitution, scientific research, sports, and neighboring countries of India.
- Elementary Mathematics:
- Topics: Number systems, computation of whole numbers, decimals and fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion, averages, interest, profit and loss, discount, mensuration, time and distance, time and work, etc.
- English/Hindi:
- Topics: Basic comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, and usage.
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Category |
Race |
Time Limit |
| Male |
5 Kms |
24 minutes |
| Female |
1.6 Kms |
8.5 minutes |
| Male (Ladakh Region) |
1.6 Kms |
6.5 minutes |
| Female (Ladakh Region) |
800 meters |
4 minutes |
Note:
- Ex-servicemen are exempted from PET but must qualify in PST and DME.
- Pregnant women (12 weeks or more) will be temporarily unfit and re-examined after confinement.
4. Physical Standard Test (PST)
| Category |
Height (Male) |
Height (Female) |
Chest (Male Only) |
| General |
170 cms |
157 cms |
Unexpanded: 80 cms, Expanded: 85 cms |
| Scheduled Tribes (All India) |
162.5 cms |
150 cms |
Relaxation as applicable |
| Scheduled Tribes (North Eastern States) |
160 cms |
147.5 cms |
Relaxation as applicable |
| Scheduled Tribes (LWE districts) |
160 cms |
147.5 cms |
Relaxation as applicable |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, and candidates from Assam, HP, J&K, Ladakh |
165 cms |
155 cms |
Relaxation as applicable |
| North-Eastern States (e.g., Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur) |
160 cms |
147.5 cms |
Relaxation as applicable |
Note: Some categories may be eligible for height relaxation as per SSC norms.
Note: The SSC Constable GD 2023 Exam Pattern and Syllabus provided above are based on the 2023 recruitment cycle. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official SSC website for any updates or changes that may apply to future examinations.
