NRA CET 2022 Syllabus: Download Syllabus PDF for Bank, SSC & RRB

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Updated on May 24, 2022 12:16 IST

NRA CET Syllabus 2022: The special committee formed for NRA CET recommended that NRA CET syllabus should be divided into two parts. Part A will carry topics and sub-topics from Basic Aptitude, Test of Reasoning, Verbal Ability, General Science and General Knowledge. Part B will carry topics that test the candidate’s psychology and response to certain situations, qualifying in nature, yet mandatory for final appointments. The detailed NRA CET syllabus 2022 will be released soon.

NRA CET syllabus 2022 will be framed based on the different levels of Common Eligibility Test (CET)-graduates, Class 12 and Class 10 candidates. The Central Government has approved the setting up of the National Recruitment Agency (NRA) to conduct CET for various Non-Gazetted posts. NRA CET will be replacing the prelims/tier-1 exams of Group B and C posts, conducted by SSC, IBPS and RRB. Based on the CET score, final selection for recruirnent will be made through separate specialized tests/examinations, to be conducted by the respective agencies.

Table of Contents

What is the NRA CET Syllabus?
Is NRA CET Syllabus Out?
NRA CET Exam Pattern Highlights
NRA CET Syllabus 2022
How to Prepare for NRA CET?
NRA CET Syllabus FAQs

What is the NRA CET Syllabus?

The National Recruitment Agency (NRA) is yet to release the detailed NRA CET syllabus 2022. NRA CET syllabus will be framed in line with the existing SSC, RRB and IBPS exams. The level of the NRA CET 2022 syllabus will be of graduation, Class 10 and Class 12 standards. Questions in NRA CET exam will be asked from four subjects-Basic Aptitude, Test of Reasoning, Verbal Ability, General Science and General Knowledge, etc.

Is NRA CET Syllabus Out?

NRA CET syllabus is not yet announced by the National Recruitment Agencies. Once the expert advisory committee gives its recommendation, NRA will announce the syllabus.

NRA CET Exam Pattern Highlights

Before proceeding towards the subject-wise topics from which questions are expected to be asked in the NRA CET exam, it is equally important to check NRA CET exam pattern highlights.

Particulars	NRA CET Exam Pattern Highlights
Number of CET papers	3 (Class 10, Class 12 and graduation)
Exam mode	Online
Language of paper	12 Indian languages including Hindi and English
Type of questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Difficulty level of CET	In line with the educational qualification of a candidate- Class 10, Class 12 or graduation

NRA CET Syllabus 2022

Subject-wise topics that candidates should start preparing for NRA CET 2022 exam are:

NRA CET 2022 Syllabus for General Intelligence & Reasoning

The General Intelligence & Reasoning section tests a candidate's ability to think logically and answer certain set of questions. This part of NRA CET syllabus can be scoring if candidates have practiced properly by solving the sample papers or mock tests. NRA CET syllabus for General Intelligence & Reasoning is given below.

Analogies	Alphabetical and Number Series
Similarities and Differences	Space Visualisation
Visual Memory	Non-Verbal Series
Coding and Decoding	Mathematical operations
Relationship Concepts	Syllogism
Jumbling	Venn Diagram
Data Interpretation and Sufficiency	Conclusions and Decision Making
Semantic Analogy	Analytical Reasoning
Figure Classification	Directions
Statement – Arguments and Assumptions	Punched Hole/Pattern-Folding & Unfolding
Critical Thinking	Problem Solving
Emotional Intelligence	Word Building
Social Intelligence	Input Output

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NRA CET Syllabus for General Awareness

The General Awareness section assess a candidate's awareness about National and International news, Games and Sports, Geography, History, Politics, Science, Environment and mant more. NRA CET syllabus for General Awareness is given below.

Current Affairs of National and International Importance	Games and Sports
Art and Culture of India	Economic Scene
Monuments and Places of India	General Science
Indian and World History	Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and World
Indian Polity and Governance	General Scientific and Technological Developments
United Nations and other important World Organisations	Environmental Issues Concerning India and World at Large
Basics of Computers and Computer Applications	Common Abbreviations
Flora and Fauna of India	Indian Economy
Famous Personalities of India and World	Flagship Government Programs

NRA CET Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude

The Quantitative Aptitude section tests a candidate's calculation skills. NRA CET syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude is given below.

Number Systems	Computation of Whole Numbers
Decimals	Fundamental Arithmetical Operations
Elementary Algebra	Simplification
Fractions	Relationship between Numbers
Percentages	Ratio and Proportion
Averages	Simple and Compound Interest
Data Interpretation	Permutations and Combinations
Profit and Loss	Discount
Use of Tables and Graphs	Mensuration
Time and Distance	Ratio and Time
Time and Work	LCM, HCF
Geometry and Trigonometry	Elementary Statistics

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NRA CET Syllabus for English Language

The English Language section assess a candidate's knowledge regarding English grammar and vocabularly. NRA CET syllabus for English Language section is given below.

Basics of English Language	Vocabulary
Grammar	Sentence structure
Spot the Error	Fill in the Blanks
Synonyms	Antonyms
Active/Passive Voice of Verbs	Conversion into Direct/Indirect Narration
Comprehension Passage	Spellings/Detecting Miss-Spelt Words
One-Word Substitution	Cloze Test
Para Jumbles	Idioms and Phrases

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How to Prepare for NRA CET?

The tips and tricks to crack NRA CET exam are given below:

Go through the exam pattern and syllabus
Solve mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
Prepare a study routine that focuses both on strong and weak topics
Work on improving the weak sections
Solve sample papers/previous years' question papers of SSC, RRB and Bank exams to know the expected pattern of questions to be asked in the exam

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NRA CET Syllabus FAQs

Q: What is NRA CET syllabus all about?

A: NRA CET syllabus is all about the subjects and topics from which questions will be asked in the exam.

Q: Is NRA CET syllabus 2022 released?

A: NRA CET syllabus 2022 has not been released yet. However, the expert panel set up by NRA to formulate the syllabus has suggested that the syllabus should include topics from Basic Aptitude, Test of Reasoning, Verbal Ability, General Science and General Knowledge in Part A. In Part B, those topics should be included that tests the candidate’s psychology and response to certain situations, qualifying in nature, yet mandatory for final appointments.

Q: Who will prescribe NRA CET syllabus?

A: The National Recruitment Agency will prescribe the NRA CET syllabus.

Q: What are the subjects for CET?

A: The NRA CET exam will comprise questions from subjects such as Basic Aptitude, Test of Reasoning, Verbal Ability, General Science and General Knowledge, etc.

Q: What will be the difficulty level of NRA CET?

A: NRA CET will be conducted for the first time. The difficulty level is expected to be moderate, as the exam will cover Group-B and C non-technical and non-gazetted posts. The difficulty level will depend on the educational qualification of candidates -Class 10, Class 12 or graduation.

Q: What will be standard of NRA CET syllabus?

A: NRA will conduct separate CETs for each level: Class 10 pass, Class 12 pass and graduate candidates. Therefore, the standard of syllabus is expected to be of Class 10, 12 and graduation levels.

Q: Will the NRA CET syllabus for all the papers (Class 10, Class 12 and graduation) be same?

A: The NRA CET syllabus for all the three levels/papers is expected to vary along with the difficulty level. However, any official confirmation in this regard is awaited.

Q: What is the importance of NRA CET syllabus?

A: Through NRA CET syllabus, candidates can have a fair idea about the topics from where questions will be asked in the exam. Going through syllabus thoroughly will be the first step towards the effective NRA CET exam preparation.

Q: How many total questions will be asked in NRA CET exam?

A: The details regarding the total number of questions in NRA CET exam have not been released yet.

Q: What is the marking scheme of NRA CET exam?

A: The marking scheme of NRA CET exam has not been released yet.

Q: What is the total weightage of NRA CET exam?

A: The details regarding total weightage of NRA CET exam have not been released yet. However, it is expected that the exam will hold a weightage of 200 marks.

Q: What type of questions will be asked in NRA CET exam?

A: NRA CET question paper will have objective-type multiple-choice questions. There will be four options and candidates have to choose one answer.

Q: In how many languages NRA CET exam will be conducted? How many times the exam will be held?

A: NRA CET exam will be conducted twice a year. The question paper will be set in 12 languages and candidates will have the option to choose their preferred language.

Q: For how many years NRA CET scores will be valid?

A: NRA CET score will be valid for three years from the date of declaration of result. The best score during three years is valid for shortlisting.