JSSC
JSSC CGL Exam Pattern 2027 — Complete Question Paper Structure
Understand the marking scheme, section weights, question distribution and time strategy for Jharkhand SSC Combined Graduate Level
Exam Pattern at a Glance
Exam Mode
Offline (OMR)
Language
English, Hindi & Regional
Negative Marking
None
Sections
4
Section-wise Pattern
| Subject / Section | Questions | Marks per Q | Total Marks | Time (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 30 | +1 | 30 | 23 min |
| Jharkhand GK | 30 | +1 | 30 | 23 min |
| Arithmetic | 30 | +1 | 30 | 23 min |
| Reasoning | 30 | +1 | 30 | 23 min |
| Total | 120 | — | 120 | 90 min |
Time is indicative. Candidates can attempt sections in any order in CBT mode.
Marking Scheme
Correct Answer
+1
marks
Wrong Answer
None
marks
Unattempted
0
marks
Marking Scheme
+1 for correct, 0 for incorrect
Example Calculation:
If you attempt 72 questions, get 54 correct and 18 wrong:
Score = 54 × 1 = 54 marks
Skip questions you're unsure about — negative marking can reduce your score significantly.
Time Management Strategy
You have approximately 45.0 seconds per question on average.
| Phase | Time Budget | Target Questions |
|---|---|---|
| First pass (attempt easy Qs) | 54 min | 84 Qs |
| Second pass (attempt medium) | 27 min | 24 Qs |
| Review & guess | 9 min | Remaining |
Year-wise Pattern Changes
| Year | Questions | Duration | Key Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 120 | 90 min | Current pattern |
| 2024 | 120 | 90 min | No major change |
| 2023 | 120 | 90 min | Section added |
Pattern history is approximate. Always check official notification.
Difficulty Distribution
Approximate question count: ~36 Easy | ~54 Medium | ~30 Hard
Based on difficulty level: moderate. Actual distribution may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
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