FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus 2024, Detailed Syllabus & Exam Pattern

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FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus

The FCI Syllabus 2024 is a comprehensive guide for candidates preparing for the Food Corporation of India (FCI) Assistant Grade 3 exam. It covers various subjects and topics that candidates need to master to excel in the examination. Go through the complete blog to know the FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus & FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam Pattern in detail.

FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam Pattern 2024

To excel in the FCI Assistant Grade 3 exam, candidates must also be aware of the exam pattern. The 2024 exam pattern typically includes multiple stages, such as phase 1 and phase 2 exams, to evaluate candidates thoroughly. Knowing the FCI Exam Pattern 2024 will help candidates strategize their preparation and allocate time wisely for each section.

FCI Assistant Grade 3 Notification – Phase 1 Exam Pattern

The online exam of Phase-I is common irrespective of the post. For each wrong answer, there will be negative marking of one fourth (1/4). The test structure for Phase I Online exam is as follows.

Name of Test	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration (in Minutes)	Version
English Language	25	25	15 minutes	English
Reasoning	25	25	15 minutes	Bilingual
Numerical Ability	25	25	15 minutes	Bilingual
General Studies* comprising of History, Geography, Economy, General Science upto Class 8th level. (20 questions) Current Affairs (5 Questions)	25	25	15 minutes	Bilingual
Total	100	100	60 minutes	–

FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam Pattern – Phase 2

The phase 2 is further divided into two papers i.e. Paper 1 & Paper 2. The Paper 1 will be common for all the posts but the Paper 2 will be specific as technical knowledge is required. Check out the FCI patterns below:

FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 2 Paper 1 Exam Pattern

The sections/subjects in Paper 1 of Phase 2 are same as Phase 1. Only the difficulty level of the questions may be high as compared to Phase 1. Check out the pattern for Paper 1 of Phase 2 below:

Name of Test	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration (in Minutes)	Version
English Language	25	25	20 minutes	English
Reasoning	25	25	20 minutes	Bilingual
Numerical Ability	25	25	20 minutes	Bilingual
General Studies* comprising of History, Geography, Economy – 25 questions General Science upto Class 10th level – 10 questions Current Affairs – 5 questions Computer Awareness – 5 questions	45	45	30 minutes	Bilingual
Total	120	120	90 minutes	–

Note: Candidate should note that there will be negative marking of one fourth of the mark assigned to a question in Phase –II. If a question is left blank, i.e. no answer is marked by the candidate then there will be no negative marking for that question.

FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 2 Paper 2 Exam Pattern (For Accounts, Technical & Hindi)

The paper 2 will be only conducted for three posts which are AG III (Accounts), AG IIII (Technical) and AG III (Hindi). Check out the detailed pattern below:

Post Name	Exam Pattern	Duration
AG-III (Accounts)	60 Multiple Choice Questions on Commerce particularly General Accounting and Finance for candidates applying for the Post Code E {Assistant Grade-III (Accounts)} to assess the post specific technical knowledge of relevant stream. Each Question will have 2 marks.	90 minutes
AG-III (Technical)	60 Multiple Choice Questions on Agriculture, Botany and Zoology (Group-A) or Agriculture, Chemistry and Physics (Group-B) for candidates applying for the Post Code F {Assistant Grade-III (Technical)} to assess the post specific technical knowledge of relevant stream. Each Question will have 2 marks.	90 minutes
AG-III (Hindi)	60 Multiple Choice Questions: General Knowledge related to Hindi Literature (4 Questions), word/sentences for Hindi to English translation (20 Questions), word/sentences for English to Hindi translation (20 Questions), Official Language Policy (4 Questions), Official Language Act (4 Questions), Official Language Rules (4 Questions), Annual Programme issued by Department of Official Language (4 Questions). Each Question will have 2 marks.	90 minutes

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FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus 2024

The FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus is designed to test candidates’ proficiency in different subjects. Check out the detailed FCI Syllabus 2024 for both phases below:

FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus – Phase 1

Below we have shared the subject wise FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus for Phase 1. Check out the section wise/ subject wise syllabus.

FCI AG 3 Syllabus 2024 – English Language

The FCI Assistant Grade 3 English Syllabus is divided into following topics:

Sentence Improvement
Idioms and Phrases
Antonyms
Para Completion
Active and Passive Voice
Basic Grammar
Error Detection
Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test
Fill in the Blanks
Vocabulary
Antonyms/Synonyms
Para Jumble
Sentence rearrangement

FCI AG 3 Syllabus 2024 – Reasoning Ability

The FCI Assistant Grade 3 Reasoning Syllabus is divided into following topics:

Arrangement & pattern
Syllogism
Analogy
Inequality
Puzzles & Sitting Arrangements
Direction & Distance
Blood Relation
Venn Diagrams
Word Sequence
Missing Characters
Sequential Output training
Directions
Test on Alphabets
Eligibility Test

FCI AG 3 Syllabus 2024 – Numerical Aptitude

The FCI Assistant Grade 3 Numerical Aptitude Syllabus is divided into following topics:

Volumes
Problems on L.C.M and H.C.F
Odd Man Out
Quadratic Equations
Probability
Profit and Loss
Simplification and Approximation
Basic Calculation
Quadratic Equation
Time & Work
Speed Time & Distance
Simple Interest & Compound Interest
Data Interpretation
Number Series
Arithmetic Problems

FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus 2024 – General Awareness

The FCI Assistant Grade 3 General Awareness Syllabus is divided into following topics:

General Science (8th Standard)
Indian History
Indian Economics
Indian Geography
Current Affairs

FCI AG 3 Syllabus 2024 – Computer Knowledge

The FCI Assistant Grade 3 Computer Knowledge Syllabus is divided into following topics:

Microsoft Access
Introduction to Computer Science
Boolean Algebra
Computer Networks
Emerging Technologies and Web Publishing
PC Software and Office Automation
Database Management System
Data Structures
MS PowerPoint and Word, Microsoft OneNote
MS Vision and MS Excel
Microsoft Outlook
The Internet
Workplace Productivity Tools
MS Project, Microsoft Publisher

FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus – Phase 2 Paper 2

The paper 2 of Phase 2 will be conducted only for Assistant Grade III (Accounts, Technical & Hindi). We have shared below the detailed FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus for Phase 2 Paper 2.

Post Name	Detailed Syllabus
Assistant Grade III (Accounts)	1. Basic Accounting concept including preparation of books of accounts. 2. Taxation including Income Tax and Goods and Services Tax. 3. Auditing: – (a) Auditing concepts and methods, (b) Internal & External audit of companies. 4. Commercial Laws:- (Basic Knowledge) (a) Basics of Contract Act, (b) Basics of Company Act, (c) Basics of Sales of Goods Act, (d) Negotiable Instrument Act 5. Basic of Computers: (a) Operating System, (b) Browsers, (c) Email, (d) Memory (Internal, External, portable), (e) Chats, (f) Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), (g) Networks.
Assistant Grade-III (Technical)	Agriculture:- Statics of Indian Agriculture (Cereals & Pulses), Elementary entomology, Plant Protection, Agricultural Economics. Botany:– Cell Biology :Tissue , Organ & Organ System, Genetics, Plant Classification, Diversity, Ecology, Life Process: Photosynthesis, Respiration , Circulation, Movement etc, Basics of Biochemistry. Zoology:- Animal Cell & Tissue, Organ System, Heredity & Variation, Animal Classification, Micro Organism, Insects & Rodents. Chemistry:- Chemical bonding, Organic Chemistry : Basics of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, aldehydes and acids, Inorganic Chemistry , Chemistry in daily life. Physics:– Measurements, Basic Physics, Light, Electricity. The above syllabus for Agriculture, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry and Physics is grouped into following two categories: GROUP A- Agriculture, Botany and Zoology. GROUP B- Agriculture, Chemistry and Physics.
Assistant Grade-III (Hindi)	1. General Knowledge related to Hindi Literature 2. Word/sentences for Hindi to English translation 3. Word/sentences for English to Hindi translation 4. Official Language Policy 5. Official Language Act 6. Official Language Rules 7. Annual Programme issued by Department of Official Language

FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus 2024 – FAQs

Q1. What is the FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus 2024?

The FCI Assistant Grade 3 Syllabus includes topics like Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English Language, and General Awareness for Phase 1 & Paper 1 Phase 2.

Q2. How many stages are there in the FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam Pattern 2024?

The FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam consists of two stages – Phase 1 and Phase 2 consisting of two papers.

Q3. Is there negative marking in the FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam.

Q4. What is the syllabus for the General Awareness section in FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam?

The General Awareness syllabus includes topics like current affairs, static GK, and general knowledge.

Q5. Will the Phase 1 marks be counted for final selection?

No, the phase 1 marks will not be counted for final merit.

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