SSC Selection Post selection process
- Computer Based Examination (separate paper for Matriculation, Higher Secondary and Graduation level)
- Skill test (typing / data entry / computer proficiency) only where the post requires it - qualifying
- Document scrutiny / verification
SSC Selection Post exam pattern 2026
Computer Based Examination (each level)
| Subject / section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Language | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
Sectional timing of 15 minutes per section (20 minutes for scribe-eligible candidates). Paper is set separately for 10th, 12th and Graduate levels; the difficulty matches the level. Questions in Hindi and English only. Scores are normalised if the exam runs in multiple shifts.
SSC Selection Post syllabus 2026 – topic-wise
CBT - Matriculation level syllabus
General Intelligence
- Similarities and differences
- Space visualisation
- Problem solving
- Number series
- Non-verbal (figure) reasoning
- Coding-decoding
- Analysis and judgement
Quantitative Aptitude
- Number system
- Computation of whole numbers, decimals and fractions
- Percentage
- Ratio and proportion
- Average
- Simple and compound interest
- Profit and loss
- Discount
- Time and work
- Time and distance
- Basic mensuration
- Tables and graphs
General Awareness
- Current affairs
- Everyday science
- History and culture
- Geography
- Sports
- Indian Constitution and polity
- Economy
English Language
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Sentence structure
- Synonyms and antonyms
- Correct usage
- Comprehension
CBT - Higher Secondary level syllabus
General Intelligence
- Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
- Analogy
- Classification
- Series
- Coding-decoding
- Venn diagrams
- Blood relations
- Direction sense
- Puzzles
Quantitative Aptitude
- Arithmetic (percentage, ratio, average, interest, profit and loss, time-work, time-distance)
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Trigonometry
- Data interpretation
English Language
- Spot the error
- Fill in the blanks
- Synonyms / homonyms
- Antonyms
- Spelling / misspelt words
- Idioms and phrases
- One-word substitution
- Improvement of sentences
- Active/passive voice
- Direct/indirect speech
- Para jumbles
- Cloze test
- Comprehension passage
CBT - Graduation level syllabus
General Intelligence
- Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
- Analogy
- Classification
- Series
- Coding-decoding
- Syllogism
- Statement and conclusion
- Critical thinking
- Venn diagrams
- Matrix / figure completion
Quantitative Aptitude
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Trigonometric ratios and heights & distances
- Statistics and data interpretation
CBT - all levels syllabus
General Awareness
- Current events
- India and neighbouring countries
- History
- Culture
- Geography
- Economy
- Polity
- Science and scientific research
- Sports
Tip: solve SSC Selection Post previous year papers to see which topics are asked most.
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Official links
- SSC official website
- Phase-XIV/2026 notice (PDF)
- Exam schedule notice, 21.08.2026 (PDF)
- Admission certificate / scribe notice, 08.09.2026 (PDF)
Always confirm dates and rules in the official notice. Information here is compiled by the RBE team from official notices; last updated 27 Sep 2026.