SSC Selection Post Phase 14 Syllabus 2026 and Exam Pattern
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 Syllabus 2026 and Exam Pattern is released by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) for recruitment to various Selection Posts through Phase-XIV/2026 Examination. The Computer Based Examination will be conducted separately for Matriculation, Higher Secondary (10+2), and Graduation & above levels in June 2026 (tentative).
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Overview of SSC Selection Post Phase 14 Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Name | SSC Selection Post Phase 14 / 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Examination) |
| Number of Parts | 4 (A, B, C, D) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Duration | 60 Minutes (80 Minutes for scribe candidates) |
| Negative Marking | 0.50 marks per wrong answer |
| Exam Levels | Matriculation, Higher Secondary, Graduation & Above |
| Official Website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 Exam Pattern 2026
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| B | General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| C | Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skill) | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| D | English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 50 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | - | 100 | 200 | 60 Minutes |
Key Points:
- The exam is conducted separately for three educational levels.
- Questions in Part A, B & D are set as per the post's educational qualification level.
- Part C (Quantitative Aptitude) is usually at Matriculation level for all posts.
- There will be negative marking of 0.50 marks for each wrong answer.
- The exam is bilingual (English & Hindi) except the English Language section.
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 Syllabus 2026
Matriculation Level Syllabus
General Intelligence:
Questions of non-verbal type on similarities and differences, space visualization, problem solving, analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discriminating observation, relationship concepts, figure classification, arithmetical number series, non-verbal series etc.
General Awareness:
Questions on general awareness of the environment and its application to society, knowledge of current events and of such matters of everyday observation and experience in their scientific aspects as may be expected of an educated person. The test will also include questions relating to India and its neighbouring countries especially pertaining to Sports, History, Culture, Geography, Economic scene, General Polity including Indian Constitution, and Scientific Research etc.
Quantitative Aptitude:
Number Systems, Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals and Fractions and relationship between Numbers, Fundamental arithmetical operations, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, use of Tables and Graphs, Mensuration, Time and Distance, Ratio and Time, Time and Work, etc.
English Language:
Candidates' understanding of the Basics of English Language, its vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms and its correct usage, etc. his/her writing ability would be tested.
Higher Secondary (10+2) Level Syllabus
General Intelligence:
Both verbal and non-verbal type questions on Semantic Analogy, Symbolic operations, Symbolic/Number Analogy, Trends, Figural Analogy, Space Orientation, Semantic Classification, Venn Diagrams, Symbolic/Number Classification, Drawing inferences, Figural Classification, Punched hole/pattern-folding & unfolding, Semantic Series, Figural Pattern-folding & completion, Number Series, Embedded figures, Figural Series, Word Building, Coding and de-coding, Numerical operations, Other sub-topics, if any.
General Awareness:
Questions on general awareness of the environment and its application to society, knowledge of current events and of such matters of everyday observation and experience in their scientific aspects as may be expected of an educated person. The test will also include questions relating to India and its neighbouring countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity and scientific research etc.
Quantitative Aptitude:
Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Statistical Charts.
English Language:
Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms/Homonyms, Antonyms, Spellings/Detecting Mis-spelt words, Idioms & Phrases, One word substitution, Improvement of Sentences, Active/Passive Voice of Verbs, Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration, Shuffling of Sentence parts, Shuffling of Sentences in a passage, Cloze Passage, Comprehension Passage.
Graduation & Above Level Syllabus
General Intelligence:
Both verbal and non-verbal type questions on analogies, similarities and differences, space visualization, spatial orientation, problem solving, analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning and figural classification, arithmetic number series, non-verbal series, coding & decoding, statement conclusion, syllogistic reasoning and other sub-topics.
General Awareness:
Questions on general awareness of the environment and its application to society, knowledge of current events and of such matters of everyday observation and experience in their scientific aspects as may be expected of an educated person. The test will also include questions relating to India and its neighbouring countries especially pertaining to History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity & Scientific Research etc.
Quantitative Aptitude:
Computation of whole numbers, decimals, fractions and relationships between numbers, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Square roots, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Partnership Business, Mixture and Allegation, Time and distance, Time & Work, Basic algebraic identities of School Algebra & Elementary surds, Graphs of Linear Equations, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Statistical Charts.
English Language:
Candidates' ability to understand correct English, his basic comprehension and writing ability, etc. would be tested.
