SSC released the details for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Skill Test. The skill test will be conducted on September 15 and 16. See here the details
SSC released the details of the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Skill Test 2021 going to be conducted on September 15 and 16. The SSC CGL Skill Test is the last stage of the exam and the candidates need to qualify this stage also to get finally selected. The SSC CGL Skill Test 2021 will have three modules namely:
- Data Entry Speed Test (DEST)
- PowerPoint Presentation/Generation of Slides (MS PowerPoint)
- MS Spreadsheet (MS Excel)
Also Read: SSC CGL Skill Test 2022 Details Released
SSC CGL DEST Details
The SSC will provide a master text of about 2000 characters. The candidates will be required to press 2000 keys in one minute. Candidates need to type an approximately equal number of words as given in the passage.
The combination of alphanumeric keys followed by a space will be considered as a word. After typing the same number of words (as given in the passage), the keyboard will not allow the candidate to type any word. It will automatically stop typing. For example, the candidates will be allowed to type only 500 words for the passage of 500 words after that the spacebar will not allow the candidate to type. The candidates can correct the wrongly typed words with the help of the arrow keys or backspace keys to remove the desired word.
The candidates should note that:
- No printout of the skill test will be provided.
- Candidates appearing for the English Typing Test/DEST are advised to select the default language of the document as English (United States)
- SSC has uploaded a dummy video for the candidates under the Candidate’s Corner Tab. The candidates must see it before appearing in the skill test
Also Read: SSC CGL Exam Pattern
SSC CGL Computer Proficiency Details (CPT) Details
The Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) comprises two additional modules as given below:
- MS PowerPoint
- MS Spreadsheet
Both the test will be conducted on the Microsoft Office-2007 version or above. The duration of each test will be 15 minutes. Both the test will be conducted one after the other. After the completion of these two modules, the printout of the candidate's work will be taken. The candidates will be required to put their Roll Number, Name, Exam Date and signature on each page.
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The SSC CGL 2021 Skill Test will be qualifying in nature only and the marks secured in the test will not be considered for the final selection.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
The Staff Selection Commission will release the SSC CGL application form 2026 at ssc.gov.in. It is advised to the candidates to read the notification carefully before applying for the exam.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
The Staff Selection Commission announced the SSC CGL Result 2025-26 at ssc.gov.in. The exam was held on January 18 and 19. It consists of the information about the candidates roll number of the qualified candidates in the form of PDF.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
The Tier 2 cut off for the SSC CGL 2025-26 exam was released at ssc.gov.in along with the result. Also, it was issued category and post-wise for the exam that was held on January 18 and 19.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
The SSC CGL cut off 2025-26 for Tier 2 was released on April 8, 2026 along with the final result for Tier 2. The Tier 2 exam was conducted on January 18-19, 2026. It was released category and post-wise cutoff PDF. It was released on the official portal at ssc.gov.in.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Candidates can study Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal and Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey to prepare for SSC CGL General Intelligence & Reasoning subject.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Candidates can check below some of the topics covered in the SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude for Tier 1 exam:
Whole numbers, decimals, fractions and relationships between numbers
Percentage
Ratio & Proportion
Square roots
Averages
Interest
Profit and Loss, Discount
Partnership Business
Mixture and Alligation
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Candidates can check below the topics covered in the SSC CGL Reasoning and General Intelligence for Tier 2 exam.
| Semantic Analogy | Symbolic operations | Symbolic/ Number Analogy |
| Trends | Figural Analogy | Space Orientation |
| Semantic Classification, | Venn Diagrams | Symbolic/ Number Classification |
| Drawing inferences | Figural Classification | Punched hole/ pattern-folding & unfolding |
| Semantic Series | Figural Pattern-folding and completion | Number Series |
| Embedded figures | Figural Series | Critical Thinking |
| Problem Solving | Emotional Intelligence | Word Building |
| Social Intelligence | Coding and de-coding | Numerical operations |
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Yes, the syllabus of the SSC CGL Tier 1 differs from the Tier 2 syllabus. Mainly, it differs in the depth, advancement and also is domain specific. In the SSC CGL Tier 2 exam topics asked in the exam are advanced including Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English, General Awareness, Computer Profi
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
Yes. There is a negative marking in the SSC CGL Tier 2 exam. Candidates can check below:
SSC CGL Tier-II | Marks Awarded per Question | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|
Paper 1 | 3 Marks | 1 marks |
Paper 2 | 2 Marks | 0.50 marks |
Paper 3 | 2 marks | 0.50 marks |
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
No. The Tier 1 marks for the SSC CGL are not used in the preparation of the final merit list. The SSC CGL Tier 1 exam is qualifying in nature. Candidates are shortlisted for Tier 2 exam. However, the final selection and ranking is based on the marks obtained in the SSC CGL Tier 2 exam.
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Contributor-Level 6