SSC Exam Preparation: Subjects, Books & Study Plan

Who can usually apply

• SSC MTS and Havaldar: usually class 10 pass
• SSC GD Constable: usually class 10 pass, with physical standards
• SSC CHSL and Stenographer: usually class 12 pass
• SSC CGL: usually any graduate

How selection usually works

1. Computer-based test (CBT): an objective paper; some exams add a second tier
2. Skill, typing or physical test, depending on the post (for example typing for data-entry posts, physical standards for GD)
3. Document verification and medical examination

Subjects to cover

• General Intelligence & Reasoning
• General Awareness
• Quantitative Aptitude
• English Comprehension

How to prepare

1. Download the latest notification from the SSC website and list each section with its marks and time
2. Start with maths basics (percentage, ratio, time and work) and reasoning patterns: they take the longest to build
3. Read one standard general-knowledge and current-affairs source every day and revise it weekly
4. Practise English grammar and vocabulary in short daily sets
5. From the second month, solve previous year papers and full mock tests under a timer, and review every wrong answer

Official websites

• Staff Selection Commission