GSSSB Clerk Exam Syllabus 2024 & Exam Pattern For Various Posts

GSSSB Clerk Exam Syllabus

Aspiring candidates looking to secure a government job in Gujarat through the GSSSB Clerk Recruitment 2024 should initiate their exam preparations promptly. The GSSSB Clerk Exam Syllabus, Exam Pattern, and Notification for 2024 have been officially released. This article contains detailed information on the syllabus and exam structure, aiding candidates in their understanding. Starting to prepare for the exam early is a good idea for a higher chance of success.

GSSSB Clerk Exam Pattern

The GSSSB Clerk 2024 Exam has two main parts. The first one is called Prelims, and it’s like a warm-up round to make sure everyone is prepared. The second part is the Mains Exam, which is more important because it helps make the final list of successful candidates. This article has all the information about the GSSSB Clerk Exam Pattern for both Prelims and Mains, so candidates can understand how the exams are structured.

GSSSB Clerk Exam Syllabus – Overview

The Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB) is offering 4304 vacancies for Group-A & Group-B posts, including Junior Clerk, Senior Clerk, Head Clerk, and Office Assistant. The application process is online, starting from January 4, 2024, and closing on January 31, 2024, at 11:59 pm. Selection involves a Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Document Verification.

Particulars	Details
Organization	Gujarat Subordinate Service Selection Board (GSSSB)
Post Name	Group-A & Group-B Posts (Junior Clerk, Senior Clerk, Head Clerk, Office Assistant, and other posts)
GSSSB Clerk Notification 2024	Released
Vacancies	4304
Advt. No.	GSSSB/202324/212
Category	Govt. Jobs
Mode of Application	Online
Registration Starting Dates	4th January 2024
Last Date To Apply Online	31st January 2024 (11:59 pm)
Selection Process	Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Document Verification
Official Website	https://gsssb.gujarat.gov.in/

GSSSB Clerk 2024 Prelims Exam Pattern

The GSSSB Clerk Prelims Exam is the initial stage, comprising 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for a total of 100 marks. The exam duration is 60 minutes. Below is a breakdown of the subjects and marks distribution:

Sections	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Reasoning Ability	40	40	1 hour (60 minutes)
Quantitative Aptitude	30	30
English Language	15	15
Gujarati	15	15
Total	100	100

• GSSSB Clerk Prelims Exam: 100 MCQs for 100 marks.
• Exam duration: 60 minutes.
• Sections: Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and Gujarati.
• 1 mark for each correct answer.
• 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer.

GSSSB Clerk 2024 Mains Exam Pattern

Candidates qualifying the Prelims will proceed to the Mains Exam, comprising Group A (350 marks) and Group B (200 marks).

Group A Main Examination:

• Main Examination for Group A Posts includes Papers on Gujarati Language Skills, English Language Skills, and General Studies.
• Each paper lasts for 3 hours.
• The total marks for all papers combined are 350.

This section includes three papers:

Subject	Marks	Duration
Gujarati Language Skill	100	3 Hours
English Language Skill	100	3 Hours
General Studies	150	3 Hours
Total	350

Group B Main Examination:

• Main Examination for Group B Posts includes a single Paper covering questions on History, Cultural Heritage, Geography, Science and Technology, and Polity subjects.
• The main examination lasts for 120 minutes.
• The total marks for this examination are 200.

This section covers the following paper:

Subject	Marks	Duration
English	20	120 Minutes
Gujarati	20
Polity/Public Administration/RTI/CPS/PCA	30
History, Geography, Culture Heritage	30
Economics, Environment, Science & Tech.	30
Current Affairs & Current Affairs with Reasoning	30
Reasoning	40
Total	200

GSSSB Clerk Syllabus 2024

The detailed GSSSB CCE Syllabus provides a comprehensive understanding of various subjects covered in the GSSSB Clerk Paper-III: General Studies for the Mains Examination. The topics covered include History, Cultural Heritage, Geography, Science and Technology, Events of Importance, Indian State System and Constitution, Public Administration and Governance, Discipline In Public Service, and Indian Economy and Planning. The syllabus is further detailed under each category for a thorough understanding.

History of India

History of India
Examines India’s historical journey, ancient to modern.
Topics include dynasties, culture, and figures like Mahatma Gandhi.

Topics & Subtopics:

Topics	Subtopics
Indus Valley Civilization	Characteristics, Places, Society, Cultural History, Art, and Religion
Vedic Age	Jainism and Buddhism, Nanda Dynasty
Maurya and Gupta Empires
Vijayanagara Dynasty	Important dynasties of South India
Dynasties of Gujarat	Administration, art, architecture, literature, science, and technologies
Educational Institutions	Takshshila, Nalanda, and Valabhi
Arrival of Europeans in India	Establishment and expansion of British rule (1757 to 1856)
India’s Freedom Struggle of 1857	Religious and social reform movements, factors responsible for nationalism, Indian National Congress
Mahatma Gandhi	Impact of his ideas, principles, and teachings
Sardar Patel	Role in Independence Movement and Post-Independence Integration
Indian revolutionaries	Azad Indian Army, Subhas Chandra Bose
Post-Independence India	Reorganization of states, Mahagujarat movement, Important events

Cultural Heritage

• Focuses on unique cultural aspects of Gujarat, including theatre, folk traditions, and tribal culture.

Topics & Subtopics:

Topics	Subtopics
Salient features of Indian culture	Art forms, literature, sculpture, architecture
Indian Society
Indian cinema and theatre
Arts and Crafts of Gujarat
Gujarati theatre
Folk culture and Oral Tradition of Gujarat	Its Significance, Characteristics, and Implications

Geography

• Examines the physical features, resources, and economic history of Gujarat and India.
• Covers developmental and environmental issues, globalization, and global response to climate change.

Topics & Subtopics:

Topics	Subtopics
Physical features and resources	Major landforms, climate, soil, rocks, rivers, reservoirs, vegetation, minerals, water resources
Economic History	Primary, Tertiary, Tertiary and Quaternary
Social and Demographic Geography
Developmental and environmental issues	Sustainable development, globalization, Disaster Management, Climate Change, Environmental Degradation

Science and Technology

Science and Technology
Integration of science and technology in daily life.
Emphasizes India’s contributions, including ICT, e-Governance, space programs, and achievements.

Topics & Subtopics:

Topics	Subtopics
Integrating science, technology, and innovation	India’s Contribution, challenges, obstacles, and role in nation-building
Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)	Importance, Benefits, Challenges, E-Governance, Cybercrime, Cyber Security
India’s space programs	Past, Present, Future; Energy Policy, Nuclear Policy, technology in defense services
Achievements of Indians in science and technology	Matters related to intellectual property rights in the field of science and technology

Events of Regional, National, and International Importance

Events of Regional, National, and International Importance
Overview of key events shaping India and the world.
Provides a contextual understanding of historical, political, and social developments.

Indian State System and Constitution

Indian State System and Constitution
In-depth exploration of the Constitution, federal structure, and constitutional amendments.
Includes detailed insights into the functioning of Parliament, State Legislatures, and the Judiciary.

Topics & Subtopics:

Topics	Subtopics
Constitution of India	Salient features
Functions and duties of Union and State Governments	Issues and challenges related to the federal structure, Role of the Governor, Division of Powers

Public Administration and Governance

Public Administration and Governance
Covers government policies, development processes, and issues related to good governance and e-governance.

Topics & Subtopics

Topics	Subtopics
Meaning, Nature, and Scope of Public Administration	Evolution in India, the role of civil service
Government policies and interventions	Implementation issues, problems, development of various sectors
Development Process	Role of civil society, non-governmental organizations, statutory bodies
Rights-related issues	Human Rights, Women’s Rights, Rights of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, Rights of Children
International organizations	Structure, Functions

Discipline In Public Service

Discipline In Public Service
Explores rights-related issues and challenges, including anti-corruption systems, human interaction, attitude, emotional intelligence, and human values in the context of public service.

Topics & Subtopics:

Topics	Subtopics
Ethics and Human Interaction	Essence, Determinants, Implications, Consequences, Dimensions of Ethics, Ethics in Personal and Public Relations
Attitude	Basic elements, Functions, Effect on thoughts, behaviour, and relationship
Emotional Intelligence	Concept, Usefulness, Applications in Management and Governance
Human Values	Role of Family, Society, and Educational Issues in Educating Citizens about Values
Ethics-related issues and challenges	Anti-corruption system, Lokpal, Lokayukta
Case study	Matters related to the above topics (1-5)

Indian Economy and Planning

Indian Economy and Planning
Detailed exploration of the Indian economy, planning practices, regulatory frameworks, public finance, rural development, and the external sector. Special focus on Gujarat’s economic overview and infrastructure development.

Topics & Subtopics:

Topics	Subtopics
Indian Economy	Emergence, Development of Planning Practice, Economic performance, Challenges, Initiatives, Events, Developments, Social sector initiatives, Niti Aayog
Regulatory Framework for Finance and Banking	Concepts, Structure, Role, Monetary policy, Fiscal policy
Indian Public Finance	Tax System, Public expenditure, Public Debt, deficit, Aid in Indian Economy, Fiscal Relations
Various indicators of the economy	Indian important institutions involved in public administration
Rural Development and Rural Economy	Challenges, Policies; Employment policies/Schemes in India
External Sector	Trends, Structure, Direction of Foreign Trade, FII, FDI
The Economy of Gujarat	Overview; Economy, economic, and social infrastructure development policies of Gujarat, Co-operative movement in Gujarat.

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