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

SSC CGL (Tier 2) exam at a glance

SSC CGL (Tier 2) key facts & eligibility

Who is eligible for SSC CGL (Tier 2)?

Candidates who qualify SSC CGL Tier-1; the underlying eligibility is a bachelor’s degree (with post-specific requirements) within the prescribed age limits.

Last verified July 2026 against SSC — official website. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.

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

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.

Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.

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)

• Quant — Profit & Loss · 8
• Algebra · 3
• Quant — Ratio & Proportion · 3
• Mensuration · 2
• Geometry · 2
• SI & CI · 2
• Trigonometry · 2
• Profit & Loss · 1

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

• Reasoning — Classification · 7
• Reasoning — Coding–Decoding · 7
• Number Series · 3
• Direction Sense · 2
• Coding-Decoding · 2
• Blood Relations · 1
• Letter Series · 1
• Clock Reasoning · 1

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

• English — Synonyms · 14
• English — Antonyms · 12
• English — One-word Substitution · 4
• Vocabulary — Antonyms · 3
• One-word Substitution · 2
• Grammar — Prepositions · 2
• Vocabulary — Synonyms · 2
• Idioms & Phrases · 2

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

• Geography — India · 5
• General Science · 3
• Modern History · 3
• Indian Polity · 3
• Indian History · 3
• Polity · 2
• Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 2
• Indian Geography · 2

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) difficulty calibration

Advanced tier. 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.) Drill each module and topic separately below — 30 subject/topic-wise tests on the official Tier 2 syllabus. · Official language: English & Hindi.

Verified content — Wrexa Edge's SSC CGL (Tier 2) bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).

How Wrexa Edge prepares you for SSC CGL (Tier 2)

• Real test-day interface
  Our dense-grid skin mirrors the actual SSC CGL (Tier 2) testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
• 50 distinct variants
  7500 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
• Detailed analytics
  Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
• Spaced repetition (Notebook)
  Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
• Optional proctoring
  Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
• Free to start
  No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first SSC CGL (Tier 2) mock starts in under a minute.

Expert take: what SSC CGL (Tier 2) really tests

SSC CGL Tier-2 is the merit-deciding stage, and it is harder than Tier-1: quant and English step up, sectional timing applies, you must clear each section, and the negative marking is a full 1 mark (0.50 in the statistics Paper-II). So depth and disciplined, section-by-section accuracy matter far more than in Tier-1.

SSC CGL (Tier 2) study plan

A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.

Where SSC CGL (Tier 2) can take you

A strong SSC CGL (Tier 2) result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:

• Group B & C central posts
  CGL Tier-2 decides selection into central-government Group B and C posts.
• Merit-deciding stage
  Tier-2 marks carry the weight in the final CGL merit.
• Specialised posts
  Paper-II/III open statistical (JSO) and audit/accounts (AAO) roles.
• Career progression
  A gateway to varied and higher central-government positions.

Best books & official prep for SSC CGL (Tier 2)

• SSC CGL Tier-2 guides (advanced quant, English, GA) — Various
  Tier-2 quant and English are harder than Tier-1 — practise the advanced level.
• Previous-year SSC CGL Tier-2 papers — Various
  Learn the section pattern, sectional timing and the steeper 1-mark negative marking.

Official practice: Prepare from the official SSC notification on ssc.gov.in; Tier-2 quant and English are decisive and the negative marking is 1 mark, so drill advanced practice and manage sectional timing.

Previous-year papers: Previous SSC CGL Tier-2 papers are widely available and reflect the current pattern.

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 gives you 10 free full-length SSC CGL (Tier 2) mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. 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.) Drill each module and topic separately below — 30 subject/topic-wise tests on the official Tier 2 syllabus. · Official language: English & Hindi.

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.) Drill each module and topic separately below — 30 subject/topic-wise tests on the official Tier 2 syllabus. · Official language: English & Hindi.

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 — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 7500 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.

Is there a free SSC CGL (Tier 2) test series 2026?

Yes. The Wrexa Edge SSC CGL (Tier 2) test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.

Are SSC CGL (Tier 2) previous year question–style papers included?

Every SSC CGL (Tier 2) mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 150-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.

Which is the best free SSC CGL (Tier 2) mock test online?

Wrexa Edge's SSC CGL (Tier 2) mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and negative marking, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.

Can I take the SSC CGL (Tier 2) mock test on mobile?

Yes. SSC CGL (Tier 2) mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.

What is the SSC CGL (Tier 2) syllabus?

The SSC CGL (Tier 2) syllabus maps to its 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). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.

What is the eligibility for SSC CGL (Tier 2)?

Eligibility for SSC CGL (Tier 2) — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic SSC CGL (Tier 2) practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.

When is the SSC CGL (Tier 2) exam and how should I prepare?

Official SSC CGL (Tier 2) exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free SSC CGL (Tier 2) mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.

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