About SSC CPO
SSC CPO Selection Process
SSC CPO Selection Process
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Stage 1 – Paper I (Computer Based Examination)
- Objective Type (MCQ)
- Sections: Reasoning, General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, English
- Negative Marking applicable
- Shortlists candidates for Physical Tests
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Stage 2 – Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Endurance Test (PET)
- Qualifying in nature
- Includes Height, Chest Measurement (for males), and Weight standards
- Physical activities such as Running, Long Jump, and High Jump
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Stage 3 – Paper II (Computer Based Examination)
- Objective Type (MCQ)
- Subject: English Language & Comprehension
- Negative Marking applicable
- Marks counted in final merit
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Stage 4 – Medical Examination
- Detailed medical fitness check
- Vision, physical health, and overall fitness evaluated
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Final Merit List
- Prepared based on Paper I and Paper II marks
- Post allocation as per rank and preference
SSC CPO Exam Pattern
SSC CPO Paper-1 Exam Pattern 2025
- Mode: Online (CBT)
- Type: Objective (MCQ)
- Total Questions: 200
- Total Marks: 200
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| General Knowledge & General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| English Comprehension | 50 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 2 hours |
- Qualifying in nature
- Includes height, chest measurement, running, long jump, high jump
SSC CPO Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2025
- Mode: Online
- Type: Objective (MCQ)
- Total Marks: 200
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Subject: English Language & Comprehension
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language and Comprehension | 200 | 200 | 2 hours |
- Final fitness assessment
SSC CPO Syllabus Overview
SSC CPO Detailed Syllabus 2026
General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Analogies
- Similarities & Differences
- Space Visualization
- Spatial Orientation
- Problem Solving & Analysis
- Judgment & Decision Making
- Visual Memory
- Discrimination & Observation
- Relationship Concepts
- Arithmetical Reasoning
- Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning
- Coding–Decoding
- Syllogism
- Venn Diagrams
- Direction Sense
- Blood Relations
- Number & Alphabet Series
- Non-Verbal Series
- Statement & Conclusion
General Knowledge & General Awareness
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- India and Its Neighboring Countries
- History of India
- Indian Culture & Heritage
- Geography of India & World
- Indian Economy
- Indian Polity & Constitution
- General Science
- Scientific Research
- Environment & Ecology
- Sports & Awards
- Books & Authors
- Important Days & Events
- Government Schemes
Quantitative Aptitude
- Number System
- Whole Numbers & Decimals
- Fractions & Relationships
- LCM & HCF
- Percentage
- Ratio & Proportion
- Average
- Profit & Loss
- Discount
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time & Work
- Time, Speed & Distance
- Algebra (Basic Identities)
- Geometry (Lines, Angles, Triangles, Circles)
- Mensuration
- Trigonometry (Basics)
- Data Interpretation (Bar, Pie, Line Graphs)
English Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitution
- Sentence Improvement
- Error Detection
- Fill in the Blanks
- Cloze Test
- Para Jumbles
- Active & Passive Voice
- Direct & Indirect Speech
Paper II – English Language & Comprehension (Descriptive/Objective)
- Advanced Vocabulary Usage
- Reading Comprehension (Long Passages)
- Grammar & Sentence Structure
- Spotting Errors
- Sentence Correction & Improvement
- Para Completion
- Fill in the Blanks
- Idioms & Phrases
Note: Paper I tests overall aptitude while Paper II focuses purely on English proficiency. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for each wrong answer in both papers.
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