BSSC CGL Mock Test 2026
How to practice for BSSC CGL?
What is the BSSC CGL Exam Pattern?
Preliminary Examination (Qualifying)
Questions
150
Negative Marking
Active (25%)
Important Guideline
Total Duration is 135 Minutes with 150 Questions.* Negative marking rules are strictly applicable. Avoid guessing.
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BSSC CGL Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026
What is the BSSC CGL syllabus for 2026?
The BSSC CGL syllabus covers 3 subjects: General Studies (Indian History, Geography, Polity, Current Affairs), General Science and Mathematics, Mental Ability (logical reasoning, analytical skills). The exam has 150 questions across 1 section in 135 minutes, with negative marking.
BSSC CGL Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination (Qualifying) | 150 | 135 min | −1 per wrong answer |
| Total | 150 | 135 min |
Marking scheme: +4 correct · 1 wrong · 0 unanswered. Last updated: 2026-06-01.
Subjects in the BSSC CGL Syllabus
- General Studies (Indian History, Geography, Polity, Current Affairs)
- General Science and Mathematics
- Mental Ability (logical reasoning, analytical skills)
Drill individual topics with free topic-wise practice tests before attempting full-length papers.
Is there negative marking in BSSC CGL?
Yes. BSSC CGL deducts marks for wrong answers in every section (−1 per wrong answer). Unanswered questions carry no penalty, so skip questions you cannot eliminate options for.
Frequently Asked Questions — BSSC CGL
The Preliminary exam has 150 objective questions worth 600 marks (4 marks per correct answer), attempted in 2 hours 15 minutes. It is qualifying only — the Mains exam decides final merit.
Yes — 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
Mains has two papers: Paper I is a 100-question, 400-mark Hindi language paper, and Paper II has three sections with a pattern similar to the Prelims. Candidates need at least 30% in Paper I to be considered.
A graduation degree from a recognised university. Age must be 21-37 years, with relaxation for reserved categories.
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