Does SSC CGL (Tier 2) have negative marking?

Yes — SSC CGL (Tier 2) carries negative marking of -1 per wrong answer and 3 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.

How is SSC CGL (Tier 2) scored?

Scaled score range: 0 to 450. SSC CGL Tier 2 Paper 1 (out of 450).

How can I practise SSC CGL (Tier 2) online for free?

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How long is the SSC CGL (Tier 2) exam?

SSC CGL (Tier 2) runs for 180 minutes total across 5 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.

What topics are covered in SSC CGL (Tier 2)?

SSC CGL (Tier 2) is split into: Module 1 — Mathematical Abilities (30 Q · 90 marks), Module 2 — Reasoning & General Intelligence (30 Q · 90 marks), Module 3 — English Language & Comprehension (45 Q · 135 marks), Module 4 — General Awareness (25 Q · 75 marks), Module 5 — Computer Knowledge (20 Q · 60 marks). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Tier 2 Paper 1 (merit-deciding): 150 Q · 450 marks · 5 modules — Mathematical Abilities (30), Reasoning & General Intelligence (30), English Language & Comprehension (45), General Awareness (25), Computer Knowledge (20). +3 correct / -1 wrong. (Data Entry Speed Test is qualifying.)

Is the SSC CGL (Tier 2) test adaptive?

No — SSC CGL (Tier 2) is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.

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SSC CGL (Tier 2) — Staff Selection Commission — Combined Graduate Level (Tier 2, Paper 1) — Free Online Mock Test

Tier 2 Paper 1 (merit-deciding): 150 Q · 450 marks · 5 modules — Mathematical Abilities (30), Reasoning & General Intelligence (30), English Language & Comprehension (45), General Awareness (25), Computer Knowledge (20). +3 correct / -1 wrong. (Data Entry Speed Test is qualifying.)

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SSC CGL (Tier 2) exam at a glance

150

Questions

180

Minutes total

Sections

Variants

SSC CGL (Tier 2) section breakdown

The SSC CGL (Tier 2) mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.

Module 1 — Mathematical Abilities (30 Q · 90 marks)

30 questions · 45 minutes · ~90 sec/question
Module 2 — Reasoning & General Intelligence (30 Q · 90 marks)

30 questions · 45 minutes · ~90 sec/question
Module 3 — English Language & Comprehension (45 Q · 135 marks)

45 questions · 60 minutes · ~80 sec/question
Module 4 — General Awareness (25 Q · 75 marks)

25 questions · 15 minutes · ~36 sec/question
Module 5 — Computer Knowledge (20 Q · 60 marks)

20 questions · 15 minutes · ~45 sec/question

SSC CGL (Tier 2) scoring & marking scheme

Per correct answer

-1

Per wrong answer

Per blank / skipped

0–450

Scaled score range

Strategy: SSC CGL (Tier 2) penalises wrong answers (-1 per mistake). Skip a question if you cannot eliminate at least 2 options — guessing blindly hurts your scaled score more than blanking.

Scale: SSC CGL Tier 2 Paper 1 (out of 450).

How SSC CGL (Tier 2) is conducted

Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.

SSC CGL (Tier 2) time strategy

With 150 questions in 180 minutes, you have about 72 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:

Module 1 — Mathematical Abilities (30 Q · 90 marks)
Target ~90 sec/question. If a question takes more than 135 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Module 2 — Reasoning & General Intelligence (30 Q · 90 marks)
Target ~90 sec/question. If a question takes more than 135 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Module 3 — English Language & Comprehension (45 Q · 135 marks)
Target ~80 sec/question. If a question takes more than 120 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Module 4 — General Awareness (25 Q · 75 marks)
Target ~36 sec/question. If a question takes more than 54 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Module 5 — Computer Knowledge (20 Q · 60 marks)
Target ~45 sec/question. If a question takes more than 68 seconds, mark for review and move on.

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SSC CGL (Tier 2) topics covered

Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of SSC CGL (Tier 2), the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):

Module 1 — Mathematical Abilities (30 Q · 90 marks)

Algebra — Quadratics · 2
Algebra — Systems · 2
Algebra — Exponents · 2
Algebra — Inequalities · 2
Algebra — Functions · 2
Geometry — Circles · 2
Geometry — Triangles · 2
Geometry — Rectangles · 2

Module 2 — Reasoning & General Intelligence (30 Q · 90 marks)

Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 3
Reasoning — Blood relations · 3
Reasoning — Number Series (arithmetic) · 2
Reasoning — Number Series (squares) · 2
Reasoning — Alphabet series · 2
Reasoning — Ranking · 2
Reasoning — Syllogism (transitive) · 1
Reasoning — Syllogism (negative) · 1

Module 3 — English Language & Comprehension (45 Q · 135 marks)

English — Antonyms · 15
English — Synonyms · 13
Reading — Globalization · 1
Reading — Trade History · 1
Reading — Vaccines · 1
Reading — Computer Science · 1
Reading — Marine Biology · 1
Reading — Neural Networks · 1

Module 4 — General Awareness (25 Q · 75 marks)

Indian Polity · 6
Indian History · 5
Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 5
Indian Geography · 5
Science & Technology 2023-2025 · 4

Module 5 — Computer Knowledge (20 Q · 60 marks)

Computer — Internet · 6
Computer — Networking · 4
Computer — Hardware · 4
Computer — MS PowerPoint · 2
Computer — Basics · 2
Computer — MS Excel · 1
Computer — Software · 1

SSC CGL (Tier 2) topic-wise test series

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SSC CGL (Tier 2) difficulty calibration

Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.

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Detailed analytics
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Frequently asked questions

What is the SSC CGL (Tier 2) exam pattern?: Staff Selection Commission — Combined Graduate Level (Tier 2, Paper 1) contains 150 questions across 5 sections: Module 1 — Mathematical Abilities (30 Q · 90 marks), Module 2 — Reasoning & General Intelligence (30 Q · 90 marks), Module 3 — English Language & Comprehension (45 Q · 135 marks), Module 4 — General Awareness (25 Q · 75 marks), Module 5 — Computer Knowledge (20 Q · 60 marks). Total duration is 180 minutes (about 72 seconds per question).
Does SSC CGL (Tier 2) have negative marking?: Yes — SSC CGL (Tier 2) carries negative marking of -1 per wrong answer and 3 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.
How is SSC CGL (Tier 2) scored?: Scaled score range: 0 to 450. SSC CGL Tier 2 Paper 1 (out of 450).
How can I practise SSC CGL (Tier 2) online for free?: Wrexa Edge offers free full-length SSC CGL (Tier 2) mock tests with instant scoring, detailed explanations, and 50 distinct variants. Sign up for free at Wrexa Edge and start practising in under a minute — no card required.
What is the difficulty level of SSC CGL (Tier 2)?: SSC CGL (Tier 2) is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Tier 2 Paper 1 (merit-deciding): 150 Q · 450 marks · 5 modules — Mathematical Abilities (30), Reasoning & General Intelligence (30), English Language & Comprehension (45), General Awareness (25), Computer Knowledge (20). +3 correct / -1 wrong. (Data Entry Speed Test is qualifying.)
How long is the SSC CGL (Tier 2) exam?: SSC CGL (Tier 2) runs for 180 minutes total across 5 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
What topics are covered in SSC CGL (Tier 2)?: SSC CGL (Tier 2) is split into: Module 1 — Mathematical Abilities (30 Q · 90 marks), Module 2 — Reasoning & General Intelligence (30 Q · 90 marks), Module 3 — English Language & Comprehension (45 Q · 135 marks), Module 4 — General Awareness (25 Q · 75 marks), Module 5 — Computer Knowledge (20 Q · 60 marks). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Tier 2 Paper 1 (merit-deciding): 150 Q · 450 marks · 5 modules — Mathematical Abilities (30), Reasoning & General Intelligence (30), English Language & Comprehension (45), General Awareness (25), Computer Knowledge (20). +3 correct / -1 wrong. (Data Entry Speed Test is qualifying.)
What tools or aids are allowed during SSC CGL (Tier 2)?: No special tools are required.
Is the SSC CGL (Tier 2) test adaptive?: No — SSC CGL (Tier 2) is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
How many SSC CGL (Tier 2) mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?: Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct SSC CGL (Tier 2) variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options. That's 7500 unique practice questions you can attempt, all in the real test-day interface, free to start.

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