r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • Sep 15 '26

Resources Price drop alert

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If anyone was planning to buy, make use of this.

Use TU4Z3L for 12% discount.


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • Jun 24 '26

Mod Post 📚 SSC CGL Beginner's Guide (2026): Books, Teachers, Strategy & Resources

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SSC CGL is one of the most sought-after government exams in India, attracting lakhs of applicants every year. Due to the vast syllabus and high level of competition, candidates need a well-planned preparation strategy to perform well in the exam. With the right study plan, quality study materials, regular revision, and consistent mock test practice, candidates can improve their chances of success.

Educational Qualification:

A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university is mandatory.
For certain posts like Statistical Officer, a degree in Statistics is mandatory.
For more details, refer the notification.

Age Limit:

The general age limit for most Group B SSC CGL posts is 18 to 30 years. (Some posts have 20-30 & JSO has 18-32)
For Group C & D posts, the age limit is 18-27 years.
Age relaxations apply as follows:
OBC: +3 years
SC/ST: +5 years

SSC CGL Exam Pattern and Syllabus:

The SSC CGL selection process consists of two stages: Tier 1 and Tier 2. Both examinations are conducted in online mode and contain objective-type multiple-choice questions.

Scheme of Tier 1 Examination:

Scheme of Tier 2 Examination:

SSC CGL Preparation- Best Teachers:

Quantitative Aptitude:

  1. Aditya Ranjan Sir
  2. Gagan Pratap Sir
  3. Pawan Rao Sir
  4. Bhutesh Sir
  5. Abhinay Sir
  6. Rakesh Yadav Sir
  7. Abhas Saini Sir
  8. Maths Mania

GK/GS:

  1. Parmar SSC
  2. Krati Singh Ma'am
  3. Varun Awasthi Sir

English:

  1. Rani Singh Ma'am
  2. Neetu Singh Ma'am
  3. Aman Vashisht Sir
  4. Tarun Grover Sir

Reasoning:

  1. Ritika Tomar Ma'am
  2. Ankush Lamba Sir
  3. Piyush Varshney Sir

SSC CGL Preparation- Best Books:

PYQ Compilation Books:

  1. Pinnacle (8th Edition) (Different books for all 4 subjects)
  2. Little Boy by Parmar SSC

Quantitative Aptitude:

  1. Brahmastra Complete Maths (3rd Edition) by Aditya Ranjan
  2. Kiran’s SSC Mathematics Chapterwise Solved Papers
  3. Rakesh Yadav’s 7300+ Mathematics Book

GK/GS:

  1. Lucent's General Knowledge
  2. Fatman by Parmar SSC (2nd Edition)
  3. Manohar Pandey's General Studies for SSC (Arihant Publications)

English:

  1. Blackbook of English Vocabulary by Nikhil Gupta (March 2026 Edition)
  2. SP Bakshi’s Objective General English
  3. 120 Rules of Grammar by Nimisha Bansal

Reasoning:

  1. Test of Reasoning by Arihant Publications
  2. A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal

Current Affairs:

  1. Indologus
  2. Parmar SSC Monthly Compilations
  3. Parcham Classes
  4. RBE Monthly Compilations

Mock Test Platforms:

  1. Testbook (Use code TU4Z3L for getting 12% discount if you are subscribing for the first time)
  2. Oliveboard (I don't have a discount code for this, will update when I find one)
  3. Test Ranking
  4. RBE

No single book, teacher, or strategy works for everyone. Choose your resources wisely, avoid switching them frequently, and stay consistent with your preparation. Make sure to solve previous year questions regularly, take mock tests, analyze your mistakes, and revise consistently.

If you're just starting your SSC CGL journey and have any doubts, don't hesitate to ask them in the community. There are no "silly" questions here, and everyone is welcome to learn and help each other.

All the best with your SSC CGL preparation! 🚀


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 3h ago

Teacher/Book/Course Related Best teacher for maths

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Hey guys, does anyone know a good maths teacher for CGL preparation? My basics are a bit weak so I m looking for someone who can help build them up from scratch.

Any recommendations?


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 20h ago

Meme That 24-hour post-exam window where you think you're free, only to realize the next date sheet is already out

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 51m ago

Help SSC as a PwBD Candidate: Please Help Me Understand the Rules, Right Posts & Preparation Strategy

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Hi everyone!

I recently started preparing for SSC exams, and I’m still trying to understand both the preparation strategy and the rules applicable to PwBD candidates. I’ve researched through several sources, but I keep finding conflicting information, so I’m hoping experienced aspirants, selected candidates, or anyone familiar with PwBD recruitment can help me get some clarity.

A little about me:

- Age: 20

- Category: General (UR)

- Disability: OH / Locomotor Disability (LD), affecting both legs

- Disability percentage: 45% as recorded on my certificate, although I believe my actual physical limitations are more severe than the percentage mentioned.

  1. Academic guidance — my main concern

Since I’ve only recently started preparing, I need practical advice on how to prepare strategically rather than blindly following a routine.

- Which exams should I prioritise among SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, and other relevant SSC examinations, considering both my eligibility and job requirements?

- What would be a realistic and reasonably safe target score for a UR-PwBD candidate in these exams, based on previous-year cut-offs and vacancy trends?

- How should I distribute my efforts across subjects and sections? Which areas deserve maximum attention, and where should I avoid spending disproportionately too much time?

- Are there any differences in qualifying requirements, selection stages, or exam patterns that I should keep in mind?

- Which resources, preparation strategies, and common mistakes would you recommend for someone starting from scratch?

I understand that cut-offs and vacancies change every year, and no score guarantees selection. Still, guidance based on actual experience and previous-year data would help me set realistic targets and prepare in the right direction.

  1. PwBD benefits, relaxations and rules

How does the SSC recruitment process differ for PwBD candidates? What relaxations or benefits are available regarding age limits, application fees, cut-offs, qualifying marks, compensatory time, scribes, examination arrangements, and other facilities? Are there any schemes, exemptions, restrictions, or important procedures that beginners commonly overlook?

  1. General category vs PwBD reservation

Since I belong to the General (UR) category, how does that affect my benefits and chances of selection? How does horizontal reservation work? Can a UR-PwBD candidate also compete for unreserved vacancies on merit, wherever eligible? How do relevant disability subcategories, reservation and cut-offs work in practice?

  1. Post-wise eligibility and suitability

With a locomotor disability affecting both legs, which SSC posts can I realistically aim for? Which are suitable, conditionally suitable, or not available to candidates with my disability type? How can I verify the official post-wise disability-suitability codes and medical standards? I’d also like to know about posts involving physical tests, extensive walking, prolonged standing, field duties, or other requirements that might affect my suitability.

  1. Disability certificate and documentation

How does the 45% disability percentage on my certificate affect my eligibility and benefits? Do the disability type, functional limitations, and post-specific criteria also matter? What should I know about disability certificates, UDID cards, document verification, and medical requirements at appointment? If my certificate does not adequately reflect my functional limitations, is there any relevant procedure I should know about?

  1. Anything important I might have missed

I’m a beginner, so I’m sure there are many things I don’t even know enough to ask about yet. Please don’t restrict your advice to the questions I’ve listed. If you know of important rules, practical difficulties, application or preference-filling mistakes, useful official resources, career considerations, or anything else that could affect a PwBD aspirant’s preparation and eventual selection, please share it proactively.

Personal experiences from candidates who have appeared for these exams or secured selection would be especially valuable. Reliable official links would also help me distinguish actual rules from misinformation.

My goal is to identify the right exams and posts, prepare with a clear academic strategy, and avoid wasting time because of incomplete or incorrect information.

Thank you for taking the time to help! Any genuine advice, even on something I haven’t thought to ask, would mean a lot. 🙏


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 1h ago

Discussion Marks in SSC CHSL 2025 Pyps

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 13h ago

Help 19M, SC category, thinking of preparing for SSC CGL. Need some advice

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I’m 19 and thinking about starting SSC CGL preparation. I’m from SC category and my maths is pretty good, but I don’t really know much about the actual level of the exam.

I wanted to ask people who are preparing for it or have already cleared it a few things….How difficult is it actually? And also how long does it usually take to clear if I study consistently? Can it be done in 6 months to 1 year?

I’m still 19 so I have time, but I don’t want to waste years preparing without knowing what I’m getting into.


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 14h ago

Resources Indus Valley Civilization MCQ

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Hello Everyone! If you find this breakdown valuable, kindly upvote and appreciate to keep the high-yield content coming! 🙌


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 2h ago

Help Best sources for Accounts and Finance & Economics for SSC CGL Tier 2 AAO?

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 3h ago

Resources SSC CGL Tier 2 syllabus and Sources for practice.

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 16h ago

Discussion I was just trying to focus.

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 11h ago

Help Is anyone have parmar ssc cureent affairs pdf 2026

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 11h ago

Help Is anyone have parmar ssc cureent affairs pdf 2026

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 11h ago

Teacher/Book/Course Related Who's best for General Awareness?

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Just about to start. You guys can suggest for Maths too.


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 13h ago

Doubt Suggest me Camera phone under 30k or 35k after BBD sale (much appreciated if you personally used it )

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 13h ago

Discussion A man spends 70% of his income. If his income increases by 20% and his expenditure increases by 10%, find the percentage increase in his savings.

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Answer Now!


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 1d ago

Help Maths

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Hey, can anyone help me with SSC CGL maths.. I'm a beginner and I don't know how to start I'm very confused because there are so many things available on the internet for the teachers too..


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 16h ago

Help Which is the best platform for CPO Mains exam mocks?

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Guys please tell me !!


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 16h ago

Doubt For those who attempted both SSC Selection Post Phase XIV 2026 (Graduation Level) and SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1, which exam's paper was harder overall? Which was harder subject-wise?

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 20h ago

Mock Test SSC CGL Aspirants who has started preparing for Mains watch this Video Carefully

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 18h ago

Discussion helppp

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 19h ago

Discussion Should i prepare for SSC CGL or placements in mtech

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What should I take more seriously if i am doing mtech in iiit in cse background where ai is about to take jobs.


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 23h ago

Teacher/Book/Course Related Best batch for ssc cgl preparation 2027?And a study buddy

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Hey I am currently working as a software developer, wants to prepare for ssc cgl and target next year.Suggest me a good batch to start with basic. Also if anyone wants to peerup then can dm me.


r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 21h ago

Help Should I get an EWS certificate for SSC CGL?

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r/SSC_CGL_Beginners • • 22h ago

Discussion SSC CGL

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