SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 2016: Today, September 9, is Day 13 of the SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination. The SSC CGL is being conducted online for the very first time. Similar to our previous articles, we will be giving an in-depth analysis for the SSC CGL Tier 1 exam held on 9 September 2016.
Here is the Detailed SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis & Paper Review, highlighting the level of difficulty of each section, the supposed number of good attempts and the expected cutoff for 9 September SSC CGL Tier-I.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 2016
The Online Recruitment Paper consisted of the Objective type Questions. As per the revised pattern, the Tier 1 Examination consisted of 100 Questions divided into 4 sections i.e Reasoning, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and General Awareness carrying 200 marks in total.
Name of the Section | Questions | Marks |
Reasoning and General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
Total | 100 | 200 |
All sections consisted of 25 Questions each. There was a 0.5 negative marking for every wrong attempt. The total time to solve the entire paper was 75 minutes. Also, have a look at our previous posts for an in-depth Exam Analysis of SSC CGL Tier 1:
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 27 August 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 28 August 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 29 August 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 30 August 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 31 August 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 1 September 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 2 September 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 3 September 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 4 September 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 6 September 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 7 September 2016
- SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis for 8 September 2016
The level of difficulty with each passing day has been fluctuating between moderate to slightly difficult. Let us see what today’s paper was like.
Section-Wise SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis 2016
As explained above, there were 4 sections in SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination (Tier-I). The overall level of difficulty was Moderate, with the majority of questions asked being a bit of a task to solve. But, there were a few easy ones too.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis: Reasoning Aptitude
Most candidates found Reasoning Section Moderate in terms of level of difficulty. Maximum questions were asked from the following sections
Non-Verbal Reasoning:
- 1 Question of Paper Cutting
- 2 Questions of Mirror Image
- 2 Questions of Water Image
Some of the other prominent topics under Reasoning Section were the following
- Classification – 3 Questions
- Matrix – 1 Questions
- Analogy – 2 Questions
- Series – 2 to 3 Questions (Number Series, Alphabet Series, etc.)
- Puzzle/ Arrangement – 5 Questions
- Picture Diagram – 2 Questions
- Miscellaneous – 4 Questions
Candidates having good reasoning knowledge and practice can attempt 20-22 questions easily.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis: Quantitative Aptitude
Quantitative Aptitude was Easy. Questions were asked mostly from the following topics:
- Number Series – 2 Questions (Easy)
- Averages – 2 Questions
- Speed and Distance – 3 Questions
- Geometry – 4 Questions (Easy to Moderate)
- Bar Graph/Chart – 5 Questions (Easy)
- Trigonometry – 3 Questions (Moderate)
- SI/CI, Profit & Loss – 2 Questions
- Time, Work & Distance – 2 Questions
- Percentage – 1 Question
- Area/ Volume – 1 Question
Candidates having good arithmetic knowledge and practice can attempt 16-18 questions easily.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis: English Language
The English Language section was Easy to Moderate. Maximum questions were asked from the following sections:
- Reading Comprehension – 5 Questions (Easy)
- Spelling correction – 1 Question (Moderate)
- Fill in the Blanks – 3 Questions
- The phrase or Idiom Meaning – 3 Questions (Moderate)
- One Word Substitution – 3 Questions (Moderate)
- Error Spotting – 3 Questions (Easy)
- Synonyms and Antonyms – 3 /four Questions (Easy)
- Sentence Improvement/rearrangement – 3 Questions (Easy)
Most of the questions were easy to answer. Topics such as one word substitution, idioms/ phrase and spelling correction were a bit more challenging . Attempting 14-16 questions will be considered as a good attempt.
SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis: General Awareness
The level of difficulty was Moderate to Tough for GA Section. The topic wise distribution is as follows:
- History – 1-3 Questions
- Polity – 3 Questions (Easy)
- Geography – 1-3 Questions
- Economics – 3 Questions (Moderate)
- Current Affairs – 4-5 Questions (Easy to Moderate)
- Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) – 7-8 Questions (Moderate)
Attempting 14-16 questions will be considered as a good attempt. Most of the questions were related to History and General Science with questions based on Geography also present.
This was our sectional analysis. Let us compile all the data and see what sort of a paper SSC CGL of 9 September really was.
SSC CGL Tier-I 2016: Overall Analysis of Paper
Based on the level of difficulty of each section asked in SSC CGL Tier 1 Examination on 8 September 2016, here are the number of attempts which are considered good in order to crack SSC CGL Tier 1 Examination.
Section Name | Questions | Level of Difficulty | Number of Good Attempts |
Reasoning Ability | 25 | Moderate | 20-22 |
English Language | 25 | Easy to Moderate | 16-18 |
General Awareness | 25 | Moderate to Tough | 12-14 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | Easy | 16-18 |
Overall | 100 | Moderate | 64-72 |
Note: Only recommendation for aspirants who are yet to attempt SSC CGL Tier-1 in the upcoming days/shifts would be – “AVOID NEGATIVE MARKING”.
Here is an Exclusively Designed SSC CGL Tier I Mock Test Series on the basis of Examination held.
Must Attempt: SSC CGL Mock Test Series Tier-I (New Pattern)
We hope this SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Analysis helps in getting an estimate about your performance in the paper. If you are yet to attempt the Tier 1 Examination, improve your chances by giving the following article a thorough read.
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I attempted 58 question 3 is wrong.is any chance to get through tier 1
Attempts are less, don’t loose hopes. Wait for Official Result
I attempted 80 questions . Is any chance for teir 2
Attempts are good, start preparing for SSC CGL Tier II
don’t say how many qustion u attempt told me how many question are correct
I attempted 75 questions, but am skeptical about the cut off. What would be the expected cut off by your analysis, sir/ma’m?
Please see the following for SSC Expected Cutoff: http://blog.onlinetyari.com/ssc-cgl/ssc-cgl-tier-1-exam-analysis-expected-cutoff-27-august-2016
Wat is d expected cut off
Please see the following for SSC Expected Cutoff: http://blog.onlinetyari.com/ssc-cgl/ssc-cgl-tier-1-exam-analysis-expected-cutoff-27-august-2016
I attemot 68. 5 are wring. Any chance
Attempts are low but if you get a chance to appear for Tier II, try to give your best. As you have to score really well in Tier II to get the job.
sir i attempted 71 with 64 questions are accurate..would that be ok??
Attempts are low but if you get a chance to appear for Tier II, try to give your best. As you have to score really well in Tier II to get the job.
Expect cut off for UR
After all your analysis…around 125 is good score or not
It is a good score but only to appear for the Tier II. You will have to give your best in Tier II to get the job.
i attempt 93 i think 15 wrong is there any chance to tier2
You will make it to the Mains. Start your preparation for Tier II. Avoid making too many Guesses
Will the score above 150 this time help in getting some good post provided tier 2 score is around 310-320 i.e. TOTAL SCORE IS AROUND 460-470 ( TIER 1 + TIER 2 )
Score might vary to get a good post as Cumulative Score of Tier I, Tier II and Tier III will be taken to make the final selection.
I attempted 77. What should I do?
Attempts doesn’t matter , accurate attempts will give you the results
i attempted 81 questions . may be 5 – 6 questions wrong. since question level is easy, this mark is enough for next round. howmuch will I have to get in tier 2 for final selection?
You will make it to the Mains. Start your preparation for Tier II
I attempted 75 with 7-8 questions wrong.
What is your view, sir?
Attempts are low but if you get a chance to appear for Tier II, try to give your best. As you have to score really well in Tier II to get the job
I attempted 67.. 8 to 10 qstns might be wrong.. is there any chance for tier 2??
Attempts are low but if you get a chance to appear for Tier II, try to give your best. As you have to score really well in Tier II to get the job
I attempted 70 questions ( General Category ) with 80% + accuracy is there any chance?
Attempts are Satisfactory . You might get a chance to write Tier II Examination.
Please suggest books for tier 2 english and maths
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Attempted 82 questions. 8-10 may or may not be wrong.
Attempts are Satisfactory . You might get a chance to write Tier II Examination.Avoid making too many Guesses
I attempted 68 questions , Is any chance for tier 2
Attempts are Satisfactory . You might get a chance to write Tier II Examination.
I attempted 76 qns. 10-12 qns mi8 b wrongly answered. I belong to general category. Is there any chance of qualifying tier 1?
Attempts are low but if you get a chance to appear for Tier II, try to give your best. As you have to score really well in Tier II to get the job.
I attempted 96 ques, with atmost 10-15 woud be wrong, what shud b The expected cutoff?
Please see the following for SSC Expected Cutoff: http://blog.onlinetyari.com/ssc-cgl/ssc-cgl-tier-1-exam-analysis-expected-cutoff-27-august-2016
I attempted 86 ,3/4 wrong any chance sir tier 2?
You will make it to the Mains. Start your preparation for Tier II
I attempted 88 questions..wat are the chances???
Please see the following for SSC Expected Cutoff: http://blog.onlinetyari.com/ssc-cgl/ssc-cgl-tier-1-exam-analysis-expected-cutoff-27-august-2016
I attempted 71 questions is there any chances
You will make it to the Mains. Start your preparation for Tier II
Attempted 77 and 6-7 are wrong.
Any chance for tier 2 in GEN category ?
You will make it to the Mains. Start your preparation for Tier II
Attended 70. 6 wrong. is there chance.
Attempts are Satisfactory . You might get a chance to write Tier II Examination.
Attempted 72 Ques. 12 wrong ur view plz
Attempts are low, too many Guesses but if you get a chance to appear for Tier II, try to give your best. As you have to score really well in Tier II to get the job.
I attempted 62questions…2-3might be wrong… General category
Attempts are low but if you get a chance to appear for Tier II, try to give your best. As you have to score really well in Tier II to get the job.
i attempted 75.is there any possibility for tier 2?
You will make it to the Tier II, start preparing for Tier II
hi i am attemted 63 but think 3-4 are wrong .is there any chance for tier two???
Attempts are low but if you get a chance to appear for Tier II, try to give your best. As you have to score really well in Tier II to get the job.
i attemped 85 question with 80% accurary any chance for tier 2
Attempts are good, you will Qualify for the Tier II. Start your preparation for Tier II Exam.
I attempted 66 question and iam sc category student what are my chances to get through tier 1?
You will make it to the mains
when the result wiil b declared
Have Attempted 72 n I think there will be some wrong answers,too
Any chance gen!
Attempts are Satisfactory . You might get a chance to write Tier II Examination.
I had attempted 74,out of which 8 r wrong.My chances??
Attempts are Satisfactory . You might get a chance to write Tier II Examination.
Sir I had attempted 98 question,in this 15 is wrong,
I have a chance for tire II
I have attempted 86 out of which 10-12 might be wrong….
I attempted 86 questions..12-15 are wrong.. Is there any chance and do you have any idea about age relaxation for general category in 2017 CGL as there is a rumor that SSC will make it 30 years in 2017. Please suggest me in this regard sir.
Attempted 79 question with 8-9 wrong ones..what are the chances ?
Number of Guesses are high but still you might get a chance to appear for SSC CGL Tier II.
i attempted 64 questions 95% of accurate answers ST category is there any possibility to write tier2 exam.
Attempts 70 may be 5-6 wrong ..SC category . Is there any chance to take tier 2..??
116 marks any chance for mains?
category general marks 116 any chance for mains?
got 104 marks …obc category…any chances of gettng selected to tier2?
got 104 marks ..obc category..can i make it for tier2?
I did only 56.l hope all right.can l get a opportunity?