SSC CGL Tier 2 Study Plan 2025 For Last 15 Days Before Exam

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The SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Date 2025 has been released by the Staff Selection Commission. The Tier 2 exam will take place on 18th, 19th, and 20th January 2025. Candidates who have passed the SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam now have just 15 days left to prepare for the Tier 2 exam. In this blog, we provide a detailed study plan for the SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam 2024-25 to help candidates organize their preparation effectively.

SSC CGL Tier 2 Study Plan 2025

The SSC CGL Tier 2 exam is an important step in the selection process for the SSC CGL 2024-25. With only a few weeks 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:

Day	Subjects	Topics
Day 1	English	Vocabulary, Grammar
	Reasoning	Semantic Analogy: Recognizing relationships between words based on their meanings
	GA/GS	Indus Valley Civilization, Daily Current Affairs
Day 2	Maths	Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals and Fractions, Relationship between numbers
	Reasoning	Symbolic Operations: Manipulating symbols according to specified rules or patterns
	GA/GS	Buddhism and Jainism in India, Daily Current Affairs
	Computer	Central Processing Unit (CPU), Typing Test
Day 3	English	Sentence Structure, Correct usage of synonyms, Antonyms
	Reasoning	Symbolic/Number Analogy: Identifying relationships between symbols or numbers
	GA/GS	The Magadha Empire, Daily Current Affairs
Day 4	Maths	Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Square roots
	Reasoning	Symbolic/Number Analogy: Identifying relationships between symbols or numbers
	GA/GS	Gupta Dynasty, Daily Current Affairs
	Computer	Input/Output Devices, Typing Test
Day 5	English	Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks
	Reasoning	Symbolic/Number Analogy: Identifying relationships between symbols or numbers
	GA/GS	Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Empire, Daily Current Affairs
Day 6	Maths	Averages, Interest (Simple and Compound), Profit and Loss
	Reasoning	Symbolic/Number Analogy: Identifying relationships between symbols or numbers
	GA/GS	India and its Independence, Daily Current Affairs
	Computer	Computer Memory, Typing Test
Day 7	Practice	Mock Test (Analyze your Mock Test)
	Revision	Revise Topics, Revise Important Formulas
	GA/GS	Daily Current Affairs
Day 8	English	Spellings/Detecting misspelled words, Idioms & Phrases
	Reasoning	Trends: Identifying patterns or trends in a sequence of data or figures
	GA/GS	Knowledge of cultural heritage, traditions, and diversity in India and neighboring countries, Daily Current Affairs
Day 9	Maths	Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Alligation
	Reasoning	Figural Classification: Categorizing shapes or figures based on common characteristics
	GA/GS	Knowledge of cultural heritage, traditions, and diversity in India and neighboring countries, Daily Current Affairs
	Computer	Memory Organization, Typing Test
Day 10	English	Error Spotting, Sentence Rearrangement
	Reasoning	Numerical Reasoning: Decoding number-based puzzles or sequences
	GA/GS	Mauryan Empire, Daily Current Affairs
Day 11	Maths	Time and Work, Time-Speed-Distance, Problems on Trains
	Reasoning	Analytical Reasoning, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Coding-Decoding
	GA/GS	The British in India, Indian Freedom Struggle, Daily Current Affairs
	Computer	Operating System Basics, Word Processing, Typing Test
Day 12	English	Reading Comprehension, Sentence Correction
	Reasoning	Number Series, Letter Series
	GA/GS	The Industrial Revolution, Daily Current Affairs
Day 13	Maths	Profit and Loss, Speed, Time, Distance
	Reasoning	Venn Diagram, Data Sufficiency
	GA/GS	Modern Indian History, Daily Current Affairs
Day 14	English	Parajumbles, Fill in the blanks
	Reasoning	Puzzle Solving, Data Interpretation
	GA/GS	Economy, Agriculture, Daily Current Affairs
Day 15	Mock Test	Full Mock Test (Timed)
	Revision	Final Revision for English, Maths, Reasoning, GA/GS, and Computer

SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern

The SSC CGL Exam has undergone important changes in its evaluation process and time allocation. The key details about the merit list preparation, exam duration, and negative marking policy:

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

Session	Subject	Questions
Paper 1 Session I (2 hours and 15 minutes)	Section I (1 hour ) Module I – Mathematical Abilities Module II – Reasoning and General Intelligence	30 30 60 x 3=180
	Section II (1 hour ) Module I – English Language Comprehension Module II – General Awareness	45 25 70 x 3=210
	Section III (15 minutes) Module – I – Computer Knowledge module	20 x 3=60
Session II (15 minutes)	Module – II: Data Entry Speed Test	One data entry task
Paper 2 2 hours	FOR JSO: Statistics (Paper I & II as above)	100 x 2=200

Check Out: SSC CGL Tier 2 Admit Card 2025

SSC CGL Tier 2 Last Minute Preparation Strategy

With only a few days left for the SSC CGL Tier 2 exam, it’s crucial to make the most of the remaining time. Here’s a focused last-minute preparation strategy to help you revise efficiently and perform your best on the exam day.

1. Review Important Topics

In the last few days, concentrate on the key topics that are frequently asked in the exam. For each section, prioritize high-weightage areas:

Quantitative Aptitude: Focus on formulas and shortcuts. Key topics include Data Interpretation, Algebra, Time & Work, and Probability.
English Language: Revise grammar rules, vocabulary, and practice Reading Comprehension. Pay attention to common error spotting patterns.
Statistics: Revise important formulas and concepts such as Probability, Measures of Central Tendency, and Data Interpretation.
General Studies (Finance & Economics): Focus on key economic concepts, government schemes, and financial planning.

2. Take Mock Tests

Mock tests are essential to get used to the exam pattern and timing. Aim to take at least 2-3 mock tests in the final days. Focus on:

Speed: Try to solve the questions quickly without compromising accuracy.
Time Management: Practice managing time for each section so that you complete the exam within the given time frame.
Weak Areas: Identify areas where you are making mistakes and revise those concepts.

3. Revise Notes and Formulas

Use your short notes or formula sheets for quick revision. Focus on:

Formulas in Quantitative Aptitude and Statistics (like averages, percentages, probability).
Important vocabulary and grammar rules in the English section.
Key government schemes and economic terms in General Studies.

4. Stay Calm and Positive

The last-minute phase can be stressful, but it’s important to stay calm and confident. Avoid reading too much information at the last moment. Trust the preparation you’ve done so far and keep a positive mindset.

5. Focus on Speed and Accuracy

At this stage, improving speed and accuracy is more important than learning new topics. Try to solve questions from previous years’ papers or practice sets under timed conditions.

6. Revise Mock Tests and Past Papers

Revise the mock tests and past papers you’ve already attempted. Focus on:

Mistakes you made and how to avoid them.
Topics that you found challenging.

7. Prioritize Rest and Health

While it’s tempting to study all day and night, proper rest is essential for peak performance. Ensure you:

Sleep for at least 6-7 hours every night.
Eat healthy food and drink plenty of water.
Take short breaks to avoid burnout.

SSC CGL Tier 2 Study Plan 2025 – FAQs

Q1. What is the exam date for SSC CGL Tier 2 2025?

The SSC CGL Tier 2 exam is scheduled to be held on 18th, 19th, and 20th January 2025.

Q2. How much time should I dedicate to preparation in the last month?

Ideally, you should dedicate 6-8 hours daily to revision, practice tests, and topic-wise study during the last month.

Q3. How can I manage my time during the exam?

Practice mock tests to improve speed, and prioritize easier questions first to save time for harder ones.

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