{"id":111729,"date":"2026-05-25T15:52:54","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T10:22:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=111729"},"modified":"2026-05-25T15:52:56","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T10:22:56","slug":"negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl\/","title":{"rendered":"SSC CGL Negative Marking 2026, Tier 1 and 2 Marks Details"},"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\/negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl\/#Does_SSC_CGL_have_negative_marking_in_2026\" >Does SSC CGL have negative marking in 2026?<\/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\/negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl\/#SSC_CGL_Exam_Pattern_2026\" >SSC CGL Exam Pattern 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\/negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl\/#Negative_Marking_in_SSC_CGL_2026\" >Negative Marking 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-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl\/#Quick_Reference_Table\" >Quick Reference Table<\/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\/negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl\/#Negative_Marking_in_SSC_CGL_Typing_Test_2026\" >Negative Marking in SSC CGL Typing Test 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\/negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl\/#SSC_CGL_Typing_Test_Mistakes_Full_vs_Half_Mistakes\" >SSC CGL Typing Test Mistakes: Full vs Half Mistakes<\/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\/negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl\/#How_to_Minimize_Score_Loss_from_Negative_Marking\" >How to Minimize Score Loss from Negative Marking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl\/#Key_Takeaways_of_SSC_CGL_2026_Negative_Marking\" >Key Takeaways of SSC CGL 2026 Negative Marking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl\/#SSC_CGL_Negative_Marking_FAQs\" >SSC CGL Negative Marking: FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-does-ssc-cgl-have-negative-marking-in-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_SSC_CGL_have_negative_marking_in_2026\"><\/span>Does SSC CGL have negative marking in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. negative marking is applicable in both Tier-I and Tier-II of the SSC CGL 2026 examination. Candidates lose marks for every incorrect response, and the penalty varies based on the paper and section. Understanding how negative marking works is essential to reducing score loss and improving your Tier-II merit rank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ssc-cgl-exam-pattern-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_Exam_Pattern_2026\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2026 <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2026, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-exam-pattern\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSC CGL Exam Pattern<\/a> continues to focus heavily on Tier-II for final selection, with several refinements made to streamline the process and enhance accuracy. Exam-takers must understand these changes clearly and adjust their preparation accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tier 1 (Computer-Based Test):<\/strong> Qualifying stage for all candidates; includes Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tier 2 Paper 1 (Computer-Based Test):<\/strong> Mandatory for all candidates and carries weightage for the final merit list. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tier 2 Paper 2:<\/strong> Applicable only for candidates applying for the <strong>Junior Statistical Officer (JSO)<\/strong> post. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tier 2 Paper 3:<\/strong> Applicable only for <strong>Assistant Audit Officer (AAO) and Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO)<\/strong> posts. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sectional Timing Introduced:<\/strong> Candidates must complete each section within the prescribed time limit; switching between sections is restricted until the allotted time ends. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Negative Marking:<\/strong> Marks are deducted for incorrect answers as per SSC guidelines. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Document Verification:<\/strong> Conducted after the examination for shortlisted candidates. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final Merit:<\/strong> Prepared based on Tier 2 performance (Paper 1 and applicable Paper 2\/Paper 3) and fulfillment of eligibility criteria.<\/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-mock-test\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt Free SSC CGL Mock Tests 2026<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Negative_Marking_in_SSC_CGL_2026\"><\/span>Negative Marking in SSC CGL 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding the negative marking scheme is important for minimizing score loss. SSC CGL applies different penalties for incorrect answers across Tiers I and II.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tier-i-negative-marking\">Tier-I Negative Marking<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>0.50<\/strong> <strong>marks<\/strong> are deducted for each wrong answer in all sections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tier-ii-negative-marking\">Tier-II Negative Marking<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Paper-I (Section-I, Section-II, and Module-I of Section-III):<br>\u2192 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper-II (Statistics for JSO):<br>\u2192 0.50 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper-III (General Studies for AAO):<br>\u2192 0.50 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignwide 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-quiz\/?ref=contmk-blogs\">SSC CGL Live Quiz<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quick-reference-table\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Reference_Table\"><\/span>Quick Reference Table<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-notification\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSC CGL 2026 Exam<\/a> negative marking chart below for Tier 1 and Tier 2. This table shows paper-wise penalties for incorrect answers in each section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Exam Stage<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper\/Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Negative Marking<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 1<\/td><td>All Sections<\/td><td>0.50 marks for each wrong answer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 2<\/td><td>Paper 1 \u2013 Section I (Mathematical Abilities &amp; Reasoning)<\/td><td>1 mark for each wrong answer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 2<\/td><td>Paper 1 \u2013 Section II (English &amp; General Awareness)<\/td><td>1 mark for each wrong answer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 2<\/td><td>Paper 1 \u2013 Section III (Computer Knowledge Test)<\/td><td>Qualifying in nature<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 2<\/td><td>Paper 2 (Statistics \u2013 for JSO)<\/td><td>0.50 marks for each wrong answer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 2<\/td><td>Paper 3 (General Studies: Finance &amp; Economics \u2013 for AAO\/Assistant Accounts Officer)<\/td><td>0.50 marks for each wrong answer<\/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\"><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 for free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-negative-marking-in-ssc-cgl-typing-test-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Negative_Marking_in_SSC_CGL_Typing_Test_2026\"><\/span>Negative Marking in SSC CGL Typing Test 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is <strong>no negative marking<\/strong> in the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-typing-test\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> SSC CGL Typing Test.<\/a> However, your error percentage is important and is calculated based on the number and type of mistakes you make while typing the given passage.<\/p>\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-typing-test\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt free SSC CGL Typing Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ssc-cgl-typing-test-mistakes-full-vs-half-mistakes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_Typing_Test_Mistakes_Full_vs_Half_Mistakes\"><\/span>SSC CGL Typing Test Mistakes: Full vs Half Mistakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ssc-cgl-typing-test-error\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSC CGL Typing Test Errors<\/a><\/strong>, accuracy is as important as speed. Mistakes are categorized into Full Mistakes and Half Mistakes, which affect your final score differently. Understanding what constitutes each type of mistake can help candidates avoid common errors and improve their typing efficiency. Below is a detailed classification of mistakes in the SSC CGL Typing Test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Type of Mistake<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Examples \/ Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Full Mistakes<\/strong><\/td><td>&#8211; Omission of a word or number<br>&#8211; Wrong substitution of a word\/figure (excluding transposition)<br>&#8211; Addition of any extra word\/figure<br>&#8211; Spelling errors (repetition, omission, substitution of letters) e.g., \u201cspelling\u201d typed as \u201cseeplings\u201d or \u201cspeling\u201d<br>&#8211; Repetition of any word\/figure e.g., \u201cI shall shall go\u2026\u201d<br>&#8211; Incomplete words e.g., \u201cgoi\u201d for \u201cgoing\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Half Mistakes<\/strong><\/td><td>&#8211; Spacing errors: Missing or extra spaces e.g., \u201cIhope\u201d or \u201ch ave\u201d<br>&#8211; Capitalization errors: Using capital letters in place of small letters (not applicable for Hindi typing)<br>&#8211; Punctuation errors: Missing or incorrect punctuation<br>&#8211; Transposition errors: Words typed in wrong order e.g., \u201chope I\u201d instead of \u201cI hope\u201d<br>&#8211; Paragraph spacing issues: Uneven spacing at the beginning of paragraphs, especially if space is added manually instead of using Tab key<\/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\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-previous-year-papers\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download SSC CGL Previous year Question papers for free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-minimize-score-loss-from-negative-marking\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Minimize_Score_Loss_from_Negative_Marking\"><\/span><strong>How to Minimize Score Loss from Negative Marking?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In SSC exams, negative marking can significantly impact your overall score, especially if you make random guesses or rush through questions. Being strategic about how you attempt questions can help you minimize score loss while maximizing accuracy. Below are some effective tips to handle negative marking efficiently:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Attempt only when confident \u2013 Uncertain guesses can reduce your net score.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eliminate wrong options first \u2013 Improves odds of correct answers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manage time wisely \u2013 Rushing leads to mistakes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revise attempted answers only if sure \u2013 Changing answers without logic may cause unnecessary penalties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice mock tests with negative marking simulated \u2013 This builds realistic test behavior.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\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=contan-ssc\" 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-key-takeaways-of-ssc-cgl-2026-negative-marking\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_of_SSC_CGL_2026_Negative_Marking\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways of SSC CGL 2026 Negative Marking<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the key takeaways of SSC CGL Negative Marking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Negative marking is applicable in both <strong>Tier 1 and Tier 2<\/strong> of SSC CGL 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tier 1:<\/strong> 0.50 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tier 2 Paper 1:<\/strong> 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer in Sections I, II, and III (Computer Knowledge Test).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tier 2 Paper 2 (Statistics)<\/strong> and <strong>Paper 3 (Finance &amp; Economics for AAO posts):<\/strong> 0.50 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is <strong>no negative marking for unanswered questions<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DEST (Data Entry Speed Test)<\/strong> does not have negative marking and is qualifying in nature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since <strong>Tier 1 is only qualifying<\/strong>, candidates should focus on maximizing their <strong>Tier 2 score<\/strong>, which determines the final merit list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid random guessing and practice mock tests to balance accuracy and speed effectively.<\/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\/upcoming-government-exams\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Upcoming Govt Exams list<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ssc-cgl-negative-marking-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_Negative_Marking_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL Negative Marking: FAQs<\/strong><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-1752158465728\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1. Is there negative marking in SSC CGL Tier 1?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Yes, SSC CGL Tier 1 has a negative marking of <strong>0.50 marks<\/strong> for each incorrect answer.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752160254941\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2. Does negative marking apply to all SSC CGL sections?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Yes, negative marking applies to all sections of Tier-I and <strong>specific modules of Tier-II<\/strong>, depending on the paper.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752160264837\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3. Can I leave SSC CGL questions unanswered to avoid negative marking?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Yes, leaving a question <strong>blank results in no penalty<\/strong>, so it\u2019s better to skip unsure answers than guess.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752160294022\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q4. How is SSC CGL Typing Test evaluated?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans.<\/strong> It\u2019s evaluated based on accuracy percentage, which is calculated using the number of full and half mistakes.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752160321198\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q5. 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