SSC GD Exam Pattern Changed, Check new exam pattern and marking scheme here

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SSC GD Exam Pattern: The Staff Selection Commission changed SSC GD Exam Pattern last year in October 2022. As per the revised exam pattern, a total of 80 qusetions will be asked in the exam and the duration of the exam is going to be one hour. Further, there will be negative marking of 0.5 marks. Candidates who are preparing for SSC GD Exam 2023 should go through the details of the revised SSC GD exam pattern and accordingly plan their preparation. Read this article to know all about SSC GD exam pattern and other details. 
 

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SSC GD Constable New Exam Pattern 2023


There are three phases to the exam, only candidates who clear the three stages and are found medically suitable are selected for various posts under BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, NIA, SSF, and Rifleman in Assam Rifles.
These phases are mentioned below:
  • Stage 1: – Written Exam (Objective type)
  • Stage 2: – Physical Standard Test/ Physical Efficiency Test
  • Stage 3: – Medical Test
The pattern of written exam is given below:
 
The first phase of the SSC GD exam is an online exam where candidates will have to secure marks more than a certain cutoff, in order to be eligible for other phases of the exam.

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As per the revised SSC GD Exam Pattern, a total of 80 questions will be asked. There are four sections in the exam- General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Elementary Mathematic and English/Hindi. The duration of the exam will be 60 minutes and there is negative marking of 0.5 marks. 

 Detailed exam pattern with marks is given below:
Subject No. of Questions Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning 20 40
General Knowledge & General Awareness 20 40
Elementary Mathematics 20 40
English/Hindi 20 40
Total 80 160
 


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SSC GD Exam Pattern: Physical Standard Test/ Physical Efficiency Test

All candidates will have to undergo a physical endurance & measurement test. They should meet fixed criteria. Candidates not found medically fit are rejected.
Though there are no marks allotted for this test, it is mandatory to be physically fit is one is to serve in posts under BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP,NIA, SSF and Rifleman in Assam Rifles. Physical Standards and Efficiency Test are integral parts of SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern 2021. Following are the physical parameters set for males and females.

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SSC GD Physical Standard for Male Candidates

Height 170 cm (minimum)
Chest 81 (Unexpanded), 85 (Expanded)
Race   5 km in 24 minutes
Long Jump 14 feet , candidates will get three chances
 
High Jump 3’9’’ (In three chances)
 
 
 

SSC GD Physical Standards for Female Candidates

Height 157 cm (minimum)
Race   1600 meters in 8.30 minutes
Long Jump 1o feet , candidates will get three chances
 
High Jump 3’ (In three chances)
 
 
Candidates are advised to stay physically fit and take out time for physical fitness.
 

SSC GD Constable Exam:  Recommended Books

Candidates should rely on standard books or standard sources, practice is the key in exams. We have made a list of reliable books, candidates can supplement them with test series as per SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern.
  1. General Intelligence and Test of Reasoning by Vikas Experts publication S Chand
  2. Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by Dr. RS Aggarwal publication S.Chand
  3. General Knowledge – Lucent
  4. Play with Advanced Maths by Abhinay Sharma
 
Candidates should note knowing SSC GD Constable Exam Pattern and syllabus is an important first step towards cracking the exam. Give yourself an edge over others prepare with Safalta.

Clear all your doubts related to the SSC GD Constable exam through FAQ here.

What are the subjects from which questions are asked in SSC GD Constable Exam?

The subjects from which questions are asked in SSC GD Constable Exam are Reasoning, General Knowledge, Numerical Ability and Computer Knowledge.

What is the duration of the SSC GD  Constable Exam?

The duration of SSC GD  Constable Exam is 1 hour.

How many questions are asked in SSC GD Constable Exam?

A total of 80 questions are asked in SSC GD Constable Exam.

Is there a negative marking in Delhi Police Constable Exam?

Yes, there is a negative marking in SSC GD  Constable Exam. 0.5 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.

How many questions are asked from Reasoning in SSC GD  Constable Exam?

A total of 20 questions are asked from Reasoning in SSC GD Constable Exam.

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