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SSC Selection Posts key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India. |
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| Official website | ssc.gov.in — SSC ↗ |
| Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT), objective multiple-choice. |
| Frequency | Conducted in numbered phases (e.g. Phase XIII, Phase XIV). |
| Scoring & marking | A single CBT of 100 questions / 200 marks in 60 minutes, in four sections of 25 each — General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English — with +2 for a correct answer and 0.50 deducted for a wrong one. The same pattern runs at all three qualification levels (difficulty calibrated to each), and because the exam spans many shifts, normalised scores are used for shortlisting, followed by document verification. |
| Score validity | Used within the current recruitment cycle. |
| Language | English and Hindi (except the English section). |
Who is eligible for SSC Selection Posts?
Varies by post across three levels — Matriculation (Class 10), Higher Secondary (Class 12) and Graduation — since it fills posts of differing requirements across ministries and departments.
Last verified August 2026 against Staff Selection Commission (official). Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
SSC Selection Posts section breakdown
The SSC Selection Posts 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.
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SSC Selection Posts (55 Q)
Marking scheme
+1 per correct. Try your score.
Strategy: SSC Selection Posts has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: SSC Selection Posts (pass 700/1000).
How SSC Selection Posts is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
SSC Selection Posts time strategy
With 55 questions in 60 minutes, you have about 65 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- SSC Selection Posts (55 Q)
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 Selection Posts topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of SSC Selection Posts, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
SSC Selection Posts (55 Q)
- General Knowledge · 10
- History · 3
- Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 3
- Number Series · 2
- Biology · 2
- Mensuration · 2
- Spelling · 2
- Synonyms · 2
SSC Selection Posts difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
SSC Selection Posts (Phase) · MCQ. India examination. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's SSC Selection Posts bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
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Expert take: what SSC Selection Posts really tests
SSC Selection Posts is a phase-numbered CBT (100 questions, 200 marks, 60 minutes) with four equal sections and a 0.50 negative-marking penalty, run at Matriculation, Higher Secondary and Graduation levels to fill diverse central-government posts. Because it spans many shifts, results are computed on normalised scores.
Preparation tips
- Master all four sections evenly, since each contributes 25 questions / 50 marks.
- Practise at your applicable level (Matric/HS/Grad) to match difficulty.
- Speed matters — 100 questions in 60 minutes is about 36 seconds each.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Ignoring score normalisation and misjudging cutoffs from raw marks.
- Reckless guessing that triggers the 0.50 penalty.
SSC Selection Posts 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.
- General Intelligence, General Awareness
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English (each 25 Q / 50 marks)
- Practise at your level (Matric/HS/Grad)
- 0.50 negative-marking discipline
- Speed (~36 sec/question)
- Full CBT mocks
- Normalisation awareness
- Previous papers
Where SSC Selection Posts can take you
A strong SSC Selection Posts result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Central government posts
- Phase-wise recruitment
Best books & official prep for SSC Selection Posts
- Official notification & syllabus — SSC
Official practice: SSC publishes the Selection Posts notice and syllabus on ssc.gov.in.
Previous-year papers: SSC previous-year papers are widely available.
Sample SSC Selection Posts practice questions
5 questions taken from the SSC Selection Posts mock tests on Wrexa Edge. Try each one, then reveal the answer.
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Q1. Some books are pens. All pens are red. Which conclusion follows?
- All books are red
- No book is red
- All pens are books
- Some books are red
Show answer
Answer: D — Some books are red
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Q2. If today is Monday, what day will it be after 61 days?
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Thursday
Show answer
Answer: B — Saturday
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Q3. In a row of 25 students, Anil is 9th from the left. His position from the right is:
- 16th
- 18th
- 17th
- 15th
Show answer
Answer: C — 17th
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Q4. If 6 : 42 :: 8 : ? (each number related to its consecutive integer), then the missing number is:
- 64
- 56
- 80
- 72
Show answer
Answer: D — 72
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Q5. In a certain pattern, 2 and 3 give 13, and 4 and 5 give 41. What do 6 and 7 give?
- 85
- 84
- 76
- 91
Show answer
Answer: A — 85
Frequently asked questions
- What is the SSC Selection Posts exam pattern?
- SSC Selection Posts (Phase) contains 55 questions across 1 section: SSC Selection Posts (55 Q). Total duration is 60 minutes (about 65 seconds per question).
- Does SSC Selection Posts have negative marking?
- No — SSC Selection Posts has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is SSC Selection Posts scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. SSC Selection Posts (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise SSC Selection Posts online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you a free full-length SSC Selection Posts mock test — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock that never expires. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of SSC Selection Posts?
- SSC Selection Posts is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. SSC Selection Posts (Phase) · MCQ. India examination. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the SSC Selection Posts exam?
- SSC Selection Posts runs for 60 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in SSC Selection Posts?
- SSC Selection Posts is split into: SSC Selection Posts (55 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. SSC Selection Posts (Phase) · MCQ. India examination. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during SSC Selection Posts?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the SSC Selection Posts test adaptive?
- No — SSC Selection Posts is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many SSC Selection Posts mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct SSC Selection Posts variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first one free for everyone and 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock. That's 2750 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free SSC Selection Posts test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge SSC Selection Posts test series for 2026 gives you a free full-length mock test (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are SSC Selection Posts previous year question–style papers included?
- Every SSC Selection Posts mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 55-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free SSC Selection Posts mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's SSC Selection Posts mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the SSC Selection Posts mock test on mobile?
- Yes. SSC Selection Posts 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 Selection Posts syllabus?
- The SSC Selection Posts syllabus maps to its 1 section: SSC Selection Posts (55 Q). 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 Selection Posts?
- Varies by post across three levels — Matriculation (Class 10), Higher Secondary (Class 12) and Graduation — since it fills posts of differing requirements across ministries and departments. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic SSC Selection Posts practice: a free full-length mock in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the SSC Selection Posts exam and how should I prepare?
- Official SSC Selection Posts 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 a free SSC Selection Posts mock with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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