JSSC CGL Exam Pattern 2024: Check Marking Scheme & Negative Marking Scheme

JSSC CGL Exam Pattern 2024 has been outlined by the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission in the official notification. JSSC CGL is divided into three categories: Paper 1, 2 and 3. Each question carries a weightage of 3 marks and there’s a negative marking for every incorrect answer. Check the detailed JSSC CGL Exam Pattern here.

Sep 18, 2024, 16:27 IST
Jharkhand CGL Exam Pattern 2024
Jharkhand CGL Exam Pattern 2024

JSSC CGL Exam Pattern 2024: The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) will conduct the Jharkhand General Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination (JGGLCCE 2024) on September 20 and 21, 2024, to fill 2017 vacancies for the positions of Assistant Bureau Officer, Block Supply Officer, Junior Secretariat Assistant, and Planning Assistant. Candidates gearing up to conquer this exam must understand the JSSC CGL exam pattern.

Familiarity with the Jharkhand CGL exam pattern is crucial for devising an effective preparation strategy, as it provides insight into the exam’s structure, section-wise marks distribution, and the number of questions in each section. So, to aid you in your preparation journey, here we have mentioned the JSSC CGL Exam Pattern for Papers 1, 2 and 3.

JSSC CGL Exam Pattern 2024

JSSC CGL exam consists of three stages: Paper 1, Paper 2, and Paper 3, with each paper being held for a duration of 2 hours. Candidates who score above the minimum qualifying marks in each stage will advance to the next stage. Those preparing for the exam should review the exam pattern to gain insights into the marking scheme, types of questions, sectional weightage, and other relevant details.

Paper Type

Subject

Marks

Total number of questions

Duration

Paper 1

Language

360

120

2 hours

Paper 2

Regional or Tribal Language

300

100

2 hours

Paper 3

General Knowledge

450

150

2 hours

Jharkhand CGL Exam Pattern 2024 for Paper 1 

JSSC CGL Paper 1 focuses on language proficiency, covering both Hindi and English. It consists of multiple-choice objective questions, with questions based on Unseen Passages and Grammar.

The paper includes 60 questions for each language, with a total of 120 questions carrying 360 marks. The exam is qualifying in nature, requiring candidates to secure at least 30% marks to proceed. 

The total duration of Paper 1 is 2 hours, and it tests candidates' language comprehension and grammar skills in both Hindi and English.

Subject

Questions

Marks

Time Duration

Hindi Language

60

180

02 Hours

English Language

60

180

Total

120

360

JSSC CGL Exam Pattern 2024 Paper 2

JSSC CGL Paper 2 assesses candidates' proficiency in a regional or selected language. It consists of 100 objective-type questions worth a total of 300 marks. Each incorrect answer results in a deduction of 1 mark. Check the table below for the detailed JSSC CGL Paper 2 pattern.

Subject

Questions

Marks

Time Duration

Selected language or regional language

100

300

02 Hours

JSSC CGL Exam Pattern 2024 Paper 3

Paper 3 of the JSSC CGL exam features 150 questions, with a total of 450 marks available. It is divided into six sections: General Science, General Studies, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Knowledge, and Computer Skills. Each question carries 3 marks, and 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.

Subject

Questions

Marks

Time Duration

General Science

20

60

02 Hours

General Studies

30

90

Reasoning and mental ability

20

60

Quantitative aptitude

20

60

General knowledge (Jharkhand)

40

120

Computer

20

60

Total

150

450

JSSC CGL Syllabus 2024

The syllabus of JSSC CGL 2024 exam is really vast. Candidates must have an in-depth knowledge of the curriculum to get an advantage over others and prepare optimally. Listed below is a detailed subject-wise JSSC CGL Syllabus.

  • Hindi: Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms Antonyms, Idioms and Phrases, Grammar and its correct usage etc.
  • English: Spot the error, Fill in the blanks, Opposite words, Improvement of sentences, Active and Passive Voice, Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration, Shuffling of sentence parts, Shuffling of sentences in a passage, Comprehension passage etc.
  • Mathematics & Reasoning: Number System, Time and Work, Pipe and Cisterns, Boat and stream, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Discount, Simple and Compound Interest, Partnership, Ratio and Proportion.
  • Computer: Computer Memory, Computer Hardware and I/O Devices, Computer Software, Computer Languages, Operating System, Computer Network, Internet, Computer and Network Security

JSSC CGL Marking Scheme

The JSSC CGL exam follows a uniform marking scheme across Paper 1, 2, and 3. 

  • Each question carries 3 marks
  • 1 mark deducted for every incorrect answer

Understanding this marking scheme helps candidates strategize effectively for the exam.

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