Last updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 04:34 pm
The SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Date 2025 is tentatively scheduled in 3rd week of January, 2026. Candidates who has passed the SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam have less time to prepare for the Tier 2 exam. In this blog, we provide a detailed study plan for the SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam 2025 to help candidates organize their preparation effectively.
What is SSC CGL Tier 2 Study Plan 2025?
The SSC CGL Exam for Tier 2 is an important step in the selection process for the SSC CGL 2025. With only about a month left for the exam, candidates need to focus on efficient and smart preparation. The day-wise SSC CGL Tier 2 study plan is as follows:
Days 1 to 7: Foundation + First Revision Cycle
| Day | Subjects | Topics |
| Day 1 | English | Vocabulary, Grammar Basics |
| Reasoning | Semantic Analogy | |
| GA/GS | Indus Valley Civilization, Daily Current Affairs | |
| Day 2 | Maths | Whole Numbers, Decimals, Fractions |
| Reasoning | Symbolic Operations | |
| GA/GS | Buddhism and Jainism, Daily Current Affairs | |
| Computer | Central Processing Unit (CPU), Typing Test | |
| Day 3 | English | Sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms |
| Reasoning | Symbolic & Number Analogy | |
| GA/GS | Magadha Empire, Daily Current Affairs | |
| Day 4 | Maths | Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square Roots |
| Reasoning | Number Analogy | |
| GA/GS | Gupta Dynasty, Daily Current Affairs | |
| Computer | Input/Output Devices, Typing Practice | |
| Day 5 | English | Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks |
| Reasoning | Number Analogy | |
| GA/GS | Delhi Sultanate & Mughal Empire, Daily CA | |
| Day 6 | Maths | Averages, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss |
| Reasoning | Number Analogy | |
| GA/GS | Indian Independence, Daily CA | |
| Computer | Computer Memory, Typing Practice | |
| Day 7 | Practice | Sectional Mock Tests |
| Revision | Revise Formulas & Notes | |
| GA/GS | Daily Current Affairs |
Days 8 to 14: Concept Strengthening Phase
| Day | Subjects | Topics |
| Day 8 | English | Spellings, Idioms & Phrases |
| Reasoning | Trends & Pattern Identification | |
| GA/GS | Indian Culture & Heritage, Daily CA | |
| Day 9 | Maths | Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Alligation |
| Reasoning | Figural Classification | |
| GA/GS | Indian Culture & Heritage, Daily CA | |
| Computer | Memory Organization, Typing Practice | |
| Day 10 | English | Error Spotting, Sentence Rearrangement |
| Reasoning | Numerical Reasoning | |
| GA/GS | Mauryan Empire, Daily CA | |
| Day 11 | Maths | Time and Work, Time-Speed-Distance, Problems on Trains |
| Reasoning | Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Coding-Decoding | |
| GA/GS | British Rule & Freedom Struggle, Daily CA | |
| Computer | Operating System, Word Processing, Typing | |
| Day 12 | English | Reading Comprehension, Sentence Correction |
| Reasoning | Number Series, Letter Series | |
| GA/GS | Industrial Revolution, Daily CA | |
| Day 13 | Maths | Profit & Loss, Speed-Time-Distance |
| Reasoning | Venn Diagram, Data Sufficiency | |
| GA/GS | Modern Indian History, Daily CA | |
| Day 14 | English | Parajumbles, Fill in the Blanks |
| Reasoning | Puzzle Solving, Data Interpretation | |
| GA/GS | Economy & Agriculture, Daily CA |
Also Check: SSC CGL Tier 2 Admit Card 2025
Days 15 to 21: Practice + Second Revision Cycle
| Day | Focus Area | Tasks |
| Day 15 | Mock Test | Full-Length Mock Test (Timed) |
| Revision | Analyze Mock, Revise Weak Areas | |
| Day 16 | Maths | Advanced Practice + PYQs |
| GA/GS | Polity & Economy Revision | |
| Day 17 | English | RCs, Grammar Practice |
| Reasoning | High-Level Puzzles | |
| Day 18 | Maths | DI Sets & Mensuration |
| Computer | Full Typing Test Practice | |
| Day 19 | GA/GS | Science & Static GK |
| English | Vocabulary Revision | |
| Day 20 | Mock Test | Full-Length Mock |
| Analysis | Error Analysis | |
| Day 21 | Revision | Full Syllabus Quick Revision |
Days 22 to 30: Final Revision + Exam Readiness Phase
| Day | Focus | Tasks |
| Day 22 | Maths | Formula Revision + Short Tricks |
| Day 23 | English | Grammar Rules + Vocabulary |
| Day 24 | Reasoning | Mixed Practice Sets |
| Day 25 | GA/GS | History + Economy Revision |
| Day 26 | Computer | OS, Memory, Typing Practice |
| Day 27 | Mock Test | Full Mock Test |
| Day 28 | Analysis | Improve Accuracy & Speed |
| Day 29 | Light Revision | Notes, CA, Weak Topics |
| Day 30 | Final Day | Formula Revision + Relax |
What is SSC CGL 2025 Tier 2 Exam Pattern?
The SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2025 consists of multiple papers, with Paper 1 being mandatory for all candidates. It includes three sections conducted in two sessions on the same day. Paper 2 is only for Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) applicants. Following table represents the paper pattern in a clear manner:
| Paper/Session | Section/ Subject | Questions/ Marks |
| I (Common for all posts) (2 hours and 15 minutes) | I (1 hour ) Module I –Mathematical abilities Module II –Reasoning and General Intelligence | 30 30 Total: 60×3 = 180 |
| II (1 hour ) Module I – English Language Comprehension Module II – General Awareness | 45 25 Total: 70×3 = 210 | |
| III (15 minutes) Module – I – Computer Knowledge module | 20×3 = 60 | |
| II (15 minutes) | Module – II: Data Entry Speed Test | One data entry task of 2000 key |
| II (Only for JSO) 2 hours | Statistics (Paper I as above) | 100×2 = 200 |
- Paper 1 is conducted in two sessions on the same day.
- Session 1 covers Section I, Section II, and Module I of Section III.
- Session 2 includes Module II of Section III (DEST).
- Paper 1 is compulsory for all candidates.
- Paper 2 is only for candidates applying for the Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) post.
- All questions are multiple choice (MCQs), except Module II of Section III in Paper 1.
- The exam is conducted in both English and Hindi, except the English Language module which is in English only.
- There is a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Section I, Section II, and Module I of Section III in Paper 1.
- There is a negative marking of 0.50 mark for each wrong answer in Paper 2.
- Module I of Section III in Paper 1 is qualifying in nature and not counted in the merit.
- Module II of Section III (DEST) is also qualifying and not included in the merit list.
- DEST (Data Entry Speed Test) requires 2,000 key depressions in 15 minutes.
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SSC CGL Tier 2 Study Plan 2025 – FAQs
Ans. The SSC CGL Tier 2 exam is scheduled tentatively in 3rd week of January, 2026.
Ans. Ideally, you should dedicate 6-8 hours daily to revision, practice tests, and topic-wise study during the last month.
Ans. Practice mock tests to improve speed, and prioritize easier questions first to save time for harder ones.
Ans. Paper 1 has 3 sections: Quant, Reasoning, English & GA in Session I, and Computer Knowledge & Typing (DEST) in Session II. All are MCQs except DEST.
Ans. Revise high-weightage topics, practice mock tests daily, work on speed & accuracy, and keep the last 2 days for light revision and rest.
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