Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) is going to conduct the Jharkhand General Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination ( JGGLCCE 2024) to recruit eligible candidates for 2017 vacancies of Assistant Bureau Officer, Block Supply Officer, Junior Secretariat Assistant and Planning Assistant posts. The JSSC CGL Exam 2024 is scheduled to be held on 21st and 22nd September 2024. Candidates who are going to appear for the JSSC CGL 2024 exam should have a detailed knowledge of the JSSC CGL Syllabus and Exam Pattern. Having an in-depth knowledge of the curriculum will give candidates an advantage over others and help them prepare optimally.

JSSC CGL Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2024

JSSC CGL Syllabus 2024 outlines important details for candidates gearing up for the exam. Understanding this syllabus is essential as it provides insights into various aspects such as the marking scheme, question types, sectional weightage, and more, enabling candidates to strategize their preparations effectively. The Jharkhand SSC CGL Syllabus is summarized below-

Exam Conducting BodyJharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC)
Exam NameJharkhand General Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination ( JGGLCCE 2024)
Vacancies2017
Post NamesAssistant Bureau Officer, Block Supply Officer, Junior Secretariat Assistant and Planning Assistant
Mode of ExamOnline
JSSC CGL Exam Date 2024 21st and 22nd September 2024
CategorySyllabus
Type of questionsObjective Type
Marking Scheme3 Marks
Negative Marking1 Mark
Selection ProcessWritten Exam (Paper 1, 2 & 3), and Document Verification
Official Websitewww.jssc.nic.in

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Jharkhand SSC CGL Selection Process 2024

The candidates are primarily selected for the different positions under the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission on the basis of Written Exams (Paper 1, 2 & 3), and Document Verification. The recruitment of candidates for various vacant posts under the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission is based on two stages:

Stage 1- Written Exam (Paper 1, 2 & 3)

Stage 2- Document Verification

The students who successfully qualify for the JSSC CGL Recruitment 2024 written exam are only eligible to apply for document verification. 

JSSC CGL Exam Pattern 2024

There will be 3 papers in the JSSC CGL exam which will be of 2 hours duration each. The marks distribution and number of questions of each paper have been tabulated below. 

Name of PaperNo. Of QuestionsMarksDuration
Paper 11203602 hours
Paper 21003002 hours
Paper 31504502 hours
Total37011106 hours

JSSC CGL Paper 1 Exam Pattern 2024

  1. Paper 1 comprises a language paper- Hindi Language and English Language.
  2. Questions are objective multiple-choice type questions.
  3. The questions are based on Unseen Passage and Grammer.
  4. Paper 1 exam is qualifying in nature.
  5. It will be necessary for the candidates to bring 30% marks for qualifying.
SubjectQuestionsMarksTime Duration
Hindi Language6018002 Hours
English Language60180
Total120360

JSSC CGL Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2024

  1. JSSC CGL Paper 2 consists of a regional or selected language paper.
  2. Questions are objective multiple-choice type questions for 100 marks.
  3. Each Question carries 3 Marks and for every wrong question, 1 mark is deducted.
  4. The questions will be set in Hindi and English language.
SubjectQuestionMarksTime Duration
Selected language or regional language10030002 Hours

JSSC CGL Paper 3 Exam Pattern 2024

  1. Paper 3 contains General Knowledge.
  2. All Questions are objective multiple-choice type questions.
  3. Each Question carries 3 Marks.
  4. There will be a negative marking for every wrong question, 1 mark is deducted.
  5. The questions will be set in Hindi and English language.
SubjectQuestionMarksTime Duration
General Science206002 Hours
General Studies3090
Reasoning and mental ability2060
Quantitative aptitude2060
General knowledge (Jharkhand)40120
Computer2060
Total150450

JSSC CGL Syllabus 2024

JSSC CGL Exam is a graduate level exam which is conducted every year by the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission to recruit candidates for different positions under the JSSC. The Exam consists of 3 main papers and the detailed syllabus of all the papers has been discussed below-

JSSC CGL Paper 1 Syllabus for Languages

  1. Paper-1 checks the knowledge of the candidates in both Hindi as well as English language and is qualifying in nature.
  2. The qualifying marks of Paper-1 is 30% of the total marks.
  3. 1 Correct question will buy 3 Marks.
  4. 1 Wrong Question will penalize -1 Mark.

JSSC CGL Syllabus for Hindi Language

  1. Vocabulary
  2. Grammar
  3. Sentence Structure
  4. Synonyms
  5. Antonyms
  6. Grammar and its correct usage

JSSC CGL Syllabus for the English Language

  1. Spot the error
  2. Fill in the blanks
  3. Synonyms
  4. Antonyms
  5. Idioms and Phrases
  6. One Word Substitution
  7. Improvement of sentences
  8. Active and Passive Voice
  9. Conversion into Direct/Indirect narration
  10. Shuffling of sentence parts
  11. Shuffling of sentences in a passage
  12. Comprehension passage
  13. Sentence Completion
  14. Grammar - Adjective, noun, pronoun, verb, subject-verb Agreement, Interchangeability of noun and Verb, Gerund, Participle, Infinitive, Adverb, tense, Clause, Transformation, Narration, Voice, Preposition.

JSSC CGL Paper 2 Syllabus for Tribal or Regional Language

  1. Candidates are required to select one regional paper of their choice among the given papers.
  2. The minimum qualifying marks for this paper is 30%
  3. One right answer secures 3 marks whereas the wrong answer deducts 1 mark.

Candidates can choose 1 paper of their choice from the list of given languages-

  1. Urdu
  2. Santhali
  3. Mundari
  4. Ho
  5. Nagpuri
  6. Khadia
  7. Kurukh(Oraon)
  8. Kurmali
  9. Khortha
  10. Panchpargania
  11. Odia
  12. Bangla

JSSC CGL Paper 3 Syllabus for General Knowledge

Paper 3 contains questions from General Studies, Mathematics, Mental Ability, Computer Knowledge and knowledge related to Jharkhand State. The structure of this paper is the same as the other two papers.

JSSC CGL Syllabus for General Studies

  1. Ancient India History, Indus Valley Civilization, Jainism and Buddhism, Shaks and Kushan rulers, Vardhan dynasty, etc.
  2. Medieval India History, Mahmood Gajani, Muhammad Gauri, Sultanate period, Vijaynagar Emperor,
  3. Modern Indian History, Entry of Foreign companies in India, 1857 revolt, Indian National Congress, etc.
  4. Geography, Continents, Rivers and dams, Mountains
  5. Economic
  6. Constitution
  7. Indian Art & Culture
  8. Everyday Science, Scientific Research
  9. Biology – Digestive system, Classification of the cell, human body, proteins and vitamins, etc.
  10. Physics – Units and measurement, Force and motion, Electrostatics, Electromagnetic induction, magnetism, Ray optics, wave optics, etc.
  11. Chemistry – Metals and nonmetals, Redox reactions, Elements and compounds, Periodic table, Electrochemistry, etc.

JSSC CGL Syllabus for Mathematics and Reasoning

  1. Number System – Number of zeroes, classification of numbers, divisibility rule, remainder theorem, problems on numbers, problems on ages, etc.
  2. Time and Work, Pipe and Cisterns, Boat and stream, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Discount, Simple and Compound Interest, Partnership, Ratio and Proportion.
  3. Sequence & Series
  4. Permutation, Combination & Probability
  5. Trigonometry
  6. Analogy, Number Series, Syllogism

JSSC CGL Syllabus for Computer

  1. History and Generation of Computers
  2. Introduction to Computer Organisation
  3. Computer Memory
  4. Computer Hardware and I/O Devices
  5. Computer Software
  6. Computer Languages
  7. Operating System
  8. Computer Network
  9. Internet
  10. Computer and Network Security

JSSC CGL Syllabus for General Knowledge About Jharkhand

  1. History of the state
  2. Jharkhand’s Geography, Culture, Language
  3. Civilization
  4. Famous Places
  5. Ores and Minerals
  6. Contribution of Jharkhand in National Movement, Sports
  7. Jharkhand Players, and famous personalities
  8. Civic Achievement
  9. National and International Importance of Jharkhand
JSSC CGL Syllabus 2024- FAQs

Ans. The JSSC CGL 2024 prelims will be of 450 marks and candidates will have 2 hours to complete the paper.

Ans. Candidates will secure 3 marks for every correct answer whereas a penalty of 1 mark for every wrong answer.

Ans. The selection process for JSSC CGL 2024 includes Written Exam (Paper 1, 2, and 3) and Document Verification

Yes, there is negative marking in JSSC CGL Exam 2024, 01 mark will be deducted for wrong answer.

The detailed syllabus 2024 for JSSC CGL Exam has been mentioned in the article.

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