{"id":107009,"date":"2026-03-30T22:33:39","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T17:03:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=107009"},"modified":"2026-03-30T22:33:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T17:03:42","slug":"cpt-in-ssc-cgl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/","title":{"rendered":"What is CPT in SSC CGL? Know the Detailed Pattern &#038; Syllabus"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#What_is_CPT_in_SSC_CGL_2026\" >What is CPT in SSC CGL 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#SSC_CGL_Computer_Awareness_Syllabus\" >SSC CGL Computer Awareness Syllabus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#Best_Books_for_CPT_in_SSC_CGL\" >Best Books for CPT in SSC CGL<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#SSC_CGL_Tier_1_Exam_Pattern_2026\" >SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#SSC_CGL_Tier_2_Exam_Pattern_2026\" >SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2026:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-ai-summarize yoast-ai-summarize\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list yoast-ai-summarize-list\">\n<li>CPT in SSC CGL is the Computer Proficiency Test, included in Tier 2 as part of the Computer Knowledge Test (CKT).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is mandatory for specific posts like Assistant Section Officer but does not affect the final merit list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The CPT format consists of 20 objective questions with a 15-minute duration; it only qualifies candidates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates preparing for CPT in SSC CGL should use recommended books to strengthen their computer knowledge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Failing the CPT makes candidates ineligible for posts requiring the test, even if they clear other merit elements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>SSC conducts the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam every year to recruit candidates for non-gazetted posts in various government departments. The exam has two computer-based tiers. In Tier II, candidates applying for posts like AAO and JSO have to appear for separate papers.In this blog, we will explain what CPT is in SSC CGL in simple words. Keep reading to understand the SSC CGL exam pattern and how important the CPT section is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-cpt-in-ssc-cgl-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_CPT_in_SSC_CGL_2026\"><\/span>What is CPT in SSC CGL 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In SSC CGL 2026, the Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) is a part of the Computer Knowledge Test (CKT) in Tier 2. It is a qualifying test and is mandatory for specific posts such as Assistant Section Officer in CSS, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/how-to-become-assistant-section-officer-in-mea\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MEA<\/a>, and AFHQ. While the test does not contribute to the final merit list, it is essential to clear it for eligibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-points-about-cpt-ckt-in-ssc-cgl\">Points about CPT\/CKT in SSC CGL :<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Name of Test: Computer Knowledge Test (CKT)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Format: 20 objective-type questions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Time Duration: 15 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nature: Qualifying only; marks not added to final merit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicable Posts: Assistant Section Officer in CSS, MEA, AFHQ<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No MS Word, Excel, or PowerPoint modules (old CPT format removed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Typing Test (DEST) is separate and applicable for posts like Tax Assistant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ssc-cgl-computer-awareness-syllabus\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_Computer_Awareness_Syllabus\"><\/span>SSC CGL Computer Awareness Syllabus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The detailed syllabus for Computer Awareness for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-notification\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSC CGL Exam<\/a>&nbsp;is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Sections<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Topics<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Computer Basics<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/classification-of-computers\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Classification of a computer<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/central-processing-unit-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Central Processing Unit (CPU),<\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/input-and-output-devices\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Input\/Output Devices<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/computer-momory-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;Computer Memory<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/memory-organisation-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref-contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Memory Organization<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/backup-devices-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Back-up Devices<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/computer-ports-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ports<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/windows-explorer-for-ssc-cgl-tier-2\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Windows Explorer<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/keyboard-shortcuts-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Keyboard Shortcuts<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/difference-between-microprocessor-and-microcontroller\/\">Microprocessor &amp; Microcontroller<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Software<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/windows-os-and-microsoft-office-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Windows Operating System &amp; MS Office<\/a>&nbsp;including basics of Microsoft Office like MS Word, MS Excel PowerPoint, etc.<br>Database &amp; SQL Basics<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Working with the Internet and e-mails<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/web-browsing-and-searching-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Web Browsing &amp; Searching<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/downloading-and-uploading-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Downloading &amp; Uploading<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/email-account-management-for-ssc-cgl-tier-2\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Managing an E-mail Account<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/e-banking-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">e-Banking<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basics of networking and cybersecurity<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/networking-devices-and-protocols-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Networking devices and protocols<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/network-information-security-threats-for-ssc-cgl-tier-2\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Network and information security threats<\/a>&nbsp;(like hacking, viruses, worms, Trojans, etc.), and preventive measures.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Miscellaneous<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/computer-abbreviations-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Computer Abbreviations &amp; Terminology<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cybersecurity-and-it-awareness-for-ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cybersecurity &amp; IT Awareness<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">explore all sSC CGL Courses Here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-books-for-cpt-in-ssc-cgl\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Books_for_CPT_in_SSC_CGL\"><\/span><strong>Best Books for CPT in SSC CGL<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates preparing for the exam must be aware of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-books\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSC CGL Books<\/a> that will help them in giving their best in Computer Proficiency Test. The right choice of books is a crucial factor in any exam preparation. We have mentioned below some of the best books that will give you a better understanding of the Computer Module. They are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Objective Computer Awareness by Arihant Publications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computer Knowledge by Lucent Publications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computer Knowledge for SSC by Disha Publications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ssc-cgl-tier-1-exam-pattern-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_Tier_1_Exam_Pattern_2026\"><\/span>SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-exam-pattern\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSC CGL Exam Pattern<\/a> for Tier 1 is qualifying in nature. It tests candidates on General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension through a computer-based test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Intelligence &amp; Reasoning<\/td><td>25<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Awareness<\/td><td>25<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quantitative Aptitude<\/td><td>25<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English Comprehension<\/td><td>25<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>100<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>200<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mode: Computer-Based<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Duration: 1 hour (1 hr 20 mins for scribe-eligible candidates)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marking: +2 for correct answer, \u20130.50 for incorrect answer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Language: English &amp; Hindi (except English section)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ssc-cgl-tier-1-pyps\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download SSC CGL Previous year Question papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ssc-cgl-tier-2-exam-pattern-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_Tier_2_Exam_Pattern_2026\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL Tier 2 Exam Pattern 2026:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tier 2 is the main stage of the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-selection-process\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> SSC CGL Selection Process <\/a>and is mandatory for all posts. It includes objective-type questions across different sections and also contains qualifying modules like Computer Knowledge and DEST.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tier-2-paper-1\"><strong>Tier 2 \u2013 Paper 1:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Paper 1 is compulsory for all candidates and is divided into three sections\u2014Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning, English, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge, and DEST. It is conducted in two sessions on the same day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Module<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section I<\/td><td>Mathematical Abilities<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>90<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Reasoning and General Intelligence<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>90<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section II<\/td><td>English Language Comprehension<\/td><td>45<\/td><td>135<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>General Awareness<\/td><td>25<\/td><td>75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section III<\/td><td>Module I \u2013 Computer Knowledge Test<\/td><td>20<\/td><td>60 (Qualifying Only)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Module II \u2013 DEST<\/td><td>1 Task<\/td><td>Qualifying Only<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Total Duration<\/strong>: 2 hrs 15 mins + 30 mins for qualifying modules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DEST<\/strong>: 2000 key depressions in 15 mins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Negative Marking<\/strong>:<br>\u20131 mark for each wrong answer in Sections I, II, and Module I of Section III<br>Module I &amp; II of Section III are not counted in the final merit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ssc-cgl-computer-awareness\/?ref=conmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download SSC CGL Computer Awareness Questions<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tier-2-paper-2-only-for-jso-post\">Tier 2 \u2013 Paper 2 (Only for JSO Post)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This paper is only for candidates applying for the Junior Statistical Officer (JSO) post. It checks your understanding of Statistics and is counted in the final selection for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-jso\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSC JSO<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Statistics<\/td><td>100<\/td><td>200<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Duration: 2 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marking: +2 per correct answer, \u20130.50 per wrong answer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicable Only For: Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-practice-quiz\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSC CGL Practice Quiz<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1668088006781\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1. What is CPT in SSC CGL?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: CPT in SSC CGL refers to the Computer Proficiency Test, now part of the Computer Knowledge Test (CKT) under Tier 2.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1668088047116\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2. Is CPT mandatory for all SSC CGL posts?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: No, CPT is only mandatory for posts like Assistant Section Officer in CSS, MEA, and AFHQ.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751608107108\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3. Is CPT qualifying or merit-based in SSC CGL?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: CPT (CKT) is qualifying in nature and does not count toward the final merit.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751608119557\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q4. Will I be disqualified if I fail CPT in SSC CGL?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: Yes, failing the CPT makes you ineligible for posts that require it, even if you clear the merit list.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751608130484\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q5. 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Is CPT qualifying or merit-based in SSC CGL?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Ans: CPT (CKT) is qualifying in nature and does not count toward the final merit.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#faq-question-1751608119557","position":4,"url":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#faq-question-1751608119557","name":"Q4. Will I be disqualified if I fail CPT in SSC CGL?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Ans: Yes, failing the CPT makes you ineligible for posts that require it, even if you clear the merit list.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#faq-question-1751608130484","position":5,"url":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/cpt-in-ssc-cgl\/#faq-question-1751608130484","name":"Q5. Does CPT include MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Ans: No, the older format with MS Office tasks has been removed in SSC CGL 2025.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107009","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/66"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=107009"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107009\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":241010,"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107009\/revisions\/241010"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/241009"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=107009"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=107009"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=107009"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}