Quick answer
SSC CGL Tier 2 covers Mathematical Abilities (30 questions, 90 marks), Reasoning and General Intelligence (30 questions, 90 marks), English Language and Comprehension (45 questions, 135 marks), General Awareness (25 questions, 75 marks), Computer Knowledge Test (20 questions, 60 marks): 150 questions for 450 marks in 135 minutes (Session I). +3 for each correct answer, −1 for each wrong answer. Maths, Reasoning, English and General Awareness make the 390 merit marks; the Computer Knowledge Test (60 marks) is qualifying and not added to merit.
Section-wise weightage
| Section | Questions | Marks | Share | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical Abilities | 30 | 90 | 20% | 30 min |
| Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 | 90 | 20% | 30 min |
| English Language and Comprehension | 45 | 135 | 30% | 40 min |
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 17% | 20 min |
| Computer Knowledge Test | 20 | 60 | 13% | 15 min |
| Total | 150 | 450 | 100% | 135 minutes (Session I) |
Marking scheme
+3 for each correct answer, −1 for each wrong answer. Maths, Reasoning, English and General Awareness make the 390 merit marks; the Computer Knowledge Test (60 marks) is qualifying and not added to merit.
On exam day
Five sections in the notice's order, each with its own timer: Maths 30 minutes, Reasoning 30, English 40, General Awareness 20, Computer Knowledge 15. A section closes when its time ends. The Data Entry Speed Test (a 15-minute typing test in Session II) is not part of this mock. Mocks are in English.
Practise on the real SSC CGL Tier 2 pattern
Every student gets a different paper with the same sections, timers and marking. Mocks come with a pass.
Questions students ask
What is the SSC CGL Tier 2 syllabus 2026?
SSC CGL Tier 2 covers Mathematical Abilities (30 questions, 90 marks), Reasoning and General Intelligence (30 questions, 90 marks), English Language and Comprehension (45 questions, 135 marks), General Awareness (25 questions, 75 marks), Computer Knowledge Test (20 questions, 60 marks): 150 questions for 450 marks in 135 minutes (Session I). +3 for each correct answer, −1 for each wrong answer. Maths, Reasoning, English and General Awareness make the 390 merit marks; the Computer Knowledge Test (60 marks) is qualifying and not added to merit.
Which section carries the most marks in SSC CGL Tier 2?
English Language and Comprehension: 135 marks of 450.
Is there negative marking in SSC CGL Tier 2?
+3 for each correct answer, −1 for each wrong answer. Maths, Reasoning, English and General Awareness make the 390 merit marks; the Computer Knowledge Test (60 marks) is qualifying and not added to merit.
Where can I practise the SSC CGL Tier 2 syllabus topic by topic?
Every section page on RankVyuh lists its topics with short timed tests, and the full mocks cover the whole syllabus in the real SSC CGL Tier 2 interface.