SSC GD Syllabus 2025: Constable GD Subject-wise Syllabus PDF

The SSC GD Constable syllabus 2026 is the most important factor in clearing the exam. The candidates must internalise the topics given in the syllabus and prepare each topic separately. Candidates should practice the SSC GD question paper based on the topics given in the SSC GD Constable syllabus. The more they practice, the better they can perform in the Computer-Based Exam (CBE). The syllabus and exam pattern go hand in hand. Candidates should understand the GD exam pattern and prepare accordingly the topics by analysing the previous year's question papers. Have a look at the highlights of the SSC GD Constable syllabus below.

Also Read: SSC GD Marks: Score Card Download Link

The SSC GD recruitment is carried out based on candidates' performance in the CBE, PET/ PST and Medical Exam. Candidates who seek employment through the SSC GD need to appear for the exam to get shortlisted for the appointment.

It may be noted here that the SSC GD exam pattern and syllabus were changed in the year 2022. The exam pattern for the SSC GD exam, including the time duration and number of questions, was changed by the Commission. 

Also Read: SSC GD Cut Off Marks

Candidates can check below the detailed syllabus for the SSC GD exam.

SSC GD Syllabus of General Intelligence & Reasoning

SSC GD Constable exam assesses a candidate’s analytical aptitude and ability to observe and distinguish patterns. Questions are basically non-verbal types. Questions are asked from the following topics –

• Analogies
• Similarities and differences
• Spatial Visualization
• Spatial Orientation
• Visual Memory
• Discrimination
• Observation
• Relationship
• Concepts
• Arithmetical Reasoning
• Figural Classification
• Arithmetic Number Series
• Non- Verbal series
• Coding and Decoding, etc.

SSC GD Syllabus for General Knowledge and General Awareness

General Knowledge and General Awareness questions asked in the SSC GD Constable exam are of an elementary level. The daily reading of newspapers and the basic learning from the standard books of General Knowledge can help to score better in this section. The test includes the following topics like India and its neighbouring countries, especially pertaining to Sports, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity, Indian Constitution, scientific research etc. Have a look at the important topics of GK section below:

• Current Affairs and events related to India and its neighbouring countries
• Sports
• History
• Culture
• Arts
• Geography
• Economy
• General polity and Constitution of India
• Scientific research

SSC GD Syllabus for Elementary Mathematics

The test includes questions from the following topics –

• Number Systems
• Computation of Whole Numbers
• Decimals and Fractions, and Relationship between Numbers
• Fundamental Arithmetical Operations
• Percentages, Ratios and Proportions
• Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss
• Discount, Mensuration, Time and Distance, Ratio
• Time, Time and Work, etc.

SSC GD Syllabus for English/Hindi

The section assesses a candidate’s ability to understand basic English/Hindi and Comprehension. Questions in this section are basically asked from the following topics –

• Fill in the blanks
• Vocabulary
• Grammar
• Passage
• One-word substitution

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The GD Constable exam pattern informs the candidates about the number of questions, total marks, marking scheme and exam duration. Have a look at the latest exam pattern below.

• The time allotted for the SSC GD exam 2026 is one hour.
• The SSC GD total marks are 160.
• The total number of questions asked in the exam is 80.
• There is a negative marking for the incorrect answers of 0.25 marks.

Also Read: SSC GD Physical Test: GD Constable PET/ PST Date & Details

Candidates need to fulfil the eligibility conditions mentioned by the Commission for the PST/ PET. Have a look at the SSC GD PST/ PET pattern below:

SSC GD Constable Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Pattern

Candidates can see below the official PET eligibility conditions.

For candidates of the Ladakh Region

SSC GD Constable Physical Standard Test (PST): Pattern

The candidates can see below the Physical Standard Test requirements as mentioned in the official SSC GD notification. The physical standards for the posts are as follows:

SSC GD Height Requirements

SSC GD PET/PST Relaxation Norms

The relaxation in PET/PST eligibility conditions is given for the following candidates.

SSC GD Exam Chest Requirements

The male candidates preparing for the SSC GD Constable 2026 exam should ensure that they fulfil the chest measurement requirement of the exam. The official notification mentions the required chest measurement:

Relaxation allowed for candidates

The following candidates are allowed relaxation in the chest requirement.

The female candidates should note that the Chest measurement for female candidates will not be taken. However, it will be ascertained that the chest is well-developed.

SSC GD Weight Requirements

Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards.

Other SSC Exam Syllabus

The syllabus of all the SSC exams has some common topics. The candidates can check the syllabus of other exams so that they can start preparing for other exams also.

From the above table, the candidates can refer to the syllabus of other SSC exams.

Also Read: SSC GD Eligibility Criteria 2026

The section-wise best books for SSC GD Constable exam are given below –

Download Here: SSC_GD_Syllabus 

Also Read: 

• SSC GD Result
• SSC GD Vacancies
• SSC GD Admit Card
• SSC GD Answer Key
• SSC Exam Calendar 2025-26 

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