SSC JSO Exam Pattern, Check Marking Scheme & Revised Pattern

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Published on 28 May 2026 by

Key Takeaways

  • The SSC CGL JSO Exam Pattern 2026 includes Tier 1 and Tier 2, with Tier 1 being a qualifying exam.
  • Candidates must also take an additional Statistics paper in Tier 2, which determines the final merit list.
  • Tier 1 has sectional timing, and candidates must qualify each section separately.
  • Negative marking applies: 0.50 for Tier 1 and 1 mark per wrong answer in Tier 2 Paper 1.
  • Information about the exam pattern is available on the official SSC website.

The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC CGL JSO Exam Pattern 2026 along with the official notification. Candidates applying for the Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) post must understand the latest Tier 1 and Tier 2 exam structure, marking scheme, sectional timing, and Paper II pattern before starting preparation.

The Junior Statistical Officer post is one of the specialized posts under SSC CGL. Unlike most SSC CGL posts, JSO candidates are required to appear for an additional Statistics paper in Tier 2. The final merit list for JSO posts is prepared based on Tier 2 performance.

SSC CGL JSO Exam Pattern 2026 Overview

The SSC CGL JSO selection process includes Tier 1 and Tier 2 examinations conducted in online mode. Candidates must qualify all required papers and modules for final selection.

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameSSC CGL JSO Exam 2026
Conducting BodyStaff Selection Commission
Post NameJunior Statistical Officer (JSO)
Selection ProcessTier 1 and Tier 2
Mode of ExamOnline (CBT)
Tier 1 NatureQualifying
Final MeritBased on Tier 2 Marks
Additional PaperPaper II (Statistics)
Negative MarkingYes
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SSC JSO Exam Pattern

The SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam is a qualifying exam, and the score obtained in this exam will not be considered for the final selection. A new change this year is the introduction of sectional timing, where each section must be attempted within a fixed time limit. The details of the SSC CGL Exam Pattern are as follows:

  1. Exam Duration: 1 hour
  2. Negative Marking: 0.50 marks per wrong answer.
  3. Qualification Process: Tier-1 is qualifying; Tier-2 determines final merit.
  4. Paper 1: Must qualify each section separately.
  5. Merit List: Based only on Tier-2 performance.
  6. Time: 1 hour (with sectional timer of 15 minutes for each subject), 1 hour and 20 minutes (with sectional timer of 15+5=20 minutes for each subject) for the candidates eligible for scribe. The subject wise weightage for Tier 1 is as follows:
SubjectNumber of QuestionsMaximum MarksTime Allowed
General Intelligence and Reasoning25501 hour (with sectional timer of 15 minutes for each subject)(1 hour and 20 minutes (with sectional timer of 15+5=20 minutes for each subject) for the candidates eligible for scribe
General Awareness2550
Quantitative Aptitude2550
English Comprehension2550
Total100200
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SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern

The SSC CGL Exam Pattern for Tier 2 is given below. The key details about the merit list preparation, exam duration, and negative marking policy:

  1. Merit List: Based only on Tier-2 performance.
  2. Exam Duration: Paper 1: 2 hours 15 minutes; Paper 2: 2 hours.
  3. Negative Marking: Paper 1 – 1 mark per wrong answer; Paper 2 – 0.50 marks per wrong answer.

The subject wise weightage for Tier 2 is as follows:

SessionSubjectQuestions & MarksTime
Paper 1
Session I  		Section I 
Module I – Mathematical Abilities
Module II – Reasoning and General Intelligence		30
30
60 x 30 = 180		1. 1 hour (with sectional timer of 30 minutes for each subject) 2. 1 hours and 20 minutes (with sectional timer of 30+10=40 minutes for each subject) for the candidates eligible for scribe
Section II 
Module I – English Language Comprehension
Module II – General Awareness		45
25
70 x 3 = 210		1. 1 hour (with sectional timer of 40 minutes for Subject A i.e. English Language & Comprehension and 20 minutes for Subject B i.e. General Awareness) 2. 1 hours and 20 minutes(with sectional timer of 40+15=55 minutes for Subject A i.e. English Language & Comprehension and 20+5=25 minutes for Subject B i.e. General Awareness) for the candidates eligible for scribe 
Section III 
Module – I – Computer Knowledge module		20 x 3 = 601. 15 Minutes (For Section-III & IV each) 2. 20 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe 
Session II (15 minutes)Module – II: Data Entry Speed TestOne data entry task
Paper 2FOR JSO: Paper 2 – Statistics 100 x 2 = 2001. 2 hours 2. 2 hours and 40 minutes for the candidates eligible for scribe 
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SSC JSO Marking Scheme

The marking scheme for three papers of SSC CGL Tier 2 is the same, and one is different from the other. 

SSC CGL Tier 2 PapersMarks Awarded per QuestionNegative Marking
I2 marks0.50 marks
II1 marks0.25 marks
III2 marks0.50 marks
IV2 marks0.50 marks
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FAQ’s

How can one obtain information about the SSC JSO Exam pattern?

Candidates may get all information about the exam pattern on the official SSC website.

Can we pass the SSC examination without any assistance?

Yes, you may prepare for SSC examinations without the assistance of a coaching facility and still succeed. Aspirants who have set their sights on SSC will benefit greatly from this post for preparing for the next SSC examinations without coaching.

What are the subjects asked in the SSC JSO Exam?

Candidates who applied for the position of Junior Statistical Officer should review the TIER 2 Paper 3 syllabus since Paper-III is solely for those candidates who applied for the position of Junior Statistical Officer (JSO).

Is there a negative marking system in the CGL Tier 2 Exam?

Tier 2 will have a negative marking of 0.25 for each incorrect answer in Paper-II (English Language and Comprehension) and a negative marking of 0.50 for each incorrect answer in Paper-I, Paper-III, and Paper-IV.