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IBPS PO Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Probationary Officer (PO)
The IBPS PO (Probationary Officer) exam is a highly competitive test conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to recruit candidates for the position of Probationary Officer in various public sector banks in India. Here’s an overview of the exam
It is conducted in three stages:
Preliminary Examination
Main Examination
Interview
It consists of three sections:
English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability.
The test duration is typically one hour.
It is conducted online and consists of multiple-choice questions.
Scheme of Preliminary Examination:
Phase Type of Examination Sections/Subjects Number of Questions Maximum Marks
Preliminary Exams Objective Type (Online) English Language 30 30
Quantitative Aptitude 35 35
Reasoning Ability 35 35
Total 100 100
Scheme of Main Examination:
Phase Type of Examination Sections/Subjects Number of Questions Maximum Marks
Preliminary Exams Objective Type (Online) Reasoning & Computer Aptitude 45 60
English Language 35 40
Data Analysis & Interpretation 35 60
General Economy & banking Awareness 40 40
Total 155 200
Descriptive Paper (Online) English Language (Letter Writing & Essay) 2 25
Interview: There will be an interview of 100 marks.
Exam Pattern:

1. Preliminary Examination:
It consists of three sections: English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability.
• The test duration is typically one hour.
• It is conducted online and consists of multiple-choice questions.
• Candidates need to qualify in each section by securing minimum cutoff marks to be eligible for the Main examination.
2. Main Examination:
• It comprises multiple sections: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English Language, Data Analysis & Interpretation, and English Descriptive Writing.
• The test duration is generally around 3 hours.
• Both objective and descriptive tests are conducted online.
3. Interview:
• Candidates who qualify the Main Examination are called for a face-to-face interview conducted by participating banks and coordinated by IBPS.

SSC Stenographer Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Stenographer Grade C and D examinations to recruit candidates for the positions of Stenographer in various government departments and offices.
SSC Stenographer Posts
Stenographer Grade ‘C’:
The Grade ‘C’ Stenographer post is generally associated with higher responsibilities and requirements.
The minimum educational qualification required is 10+2 (Intermediate).
Candidates should have a typing speed of 100 words per minute.
Stenographer Grade ‘D’:
The Grade ‘D’ Stenographer post is associated with slightly lower responsibilities compared to Grade ‘C’.
The minimum educational qualification required is 10+2 (Intermediate).
Candidates should have a typing speed of 80 words per minute.
Job Responsibilities:
Stenographers in both Grade ‘C’ and ‘D’ are responsible for tasks related to stenography and transcription. Their primary duties include:
Taking Dictation: Stenographers are often required to take dictation from officers or authorities in shorthand during meetings, interviews, or other events.
Transcription: They transcribe the dictated content into written form, ensuring accuracy and maintaining the required typing speed.
Typing Correspondence: Stenographers may be involved in typing various official documents, letters, and reports.
Maintaining Records: They may assist in maintaining and organizing records and files.
Scheme of Examination
The details of Computer Based examinations are mentioned below –
Part Subject No. of Questions Maximum Marks Time Duration
I General Intelligence & Reasoning 50 50 2 Hours
(2 hours and 40 minutes
for VH/OH)
II General Awareness 50 50
III English Language and Comprehension 100 100

Syllabus
General Intelligence & Reasoning General Awareness English Language and Comprehension
Analogies, similarities and differences, space visualization, problem solving, analysis, judgement, decision making, visual memory, discriminating observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning, verbal and figure classification, arithmetical number series, non-verbal series etc.
Abstract ideas and symbols and their relationship, arithmetical computation and other analytical functions. To test the ability of the candidate’s general awareness of the environment around her/him and its application to society.
To test the knowledge of current events and of such matters of everyday observation and experience in their scientific aspects.
The test will also include questions relating to India and its Neighboring countries especially pertaining to Sports, History, Culture, Geography, Economic scene, General Polity including Indian Constitution, and Scientific Research etc.
For VH candidates of 40% and above visual disability /cerebral palsy affected candidates and opting for scribe there will be no component of Maps/Graphs/Diagrams/Statistical Data in the General Intelligence & Reasoning / General Awareness Paper. To test the candidates’ understanding of the English Language, its vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms and its correct usage, etc.
And her/his writing ability would also be tested.
Skill test in Stenography

The candidates will have to appear for the stenography test. The candidates will be given one dictation for 10 minutes in English / Hindi at the speed of 100 w.p.m. for the post of Stenographer Grade ‘C’ and 80 w.p.m. for the post of Stenographer Grade ‘D’. The matter will have to be transcribed on compute. The transcription time is as follows:-

For Stenographer Grade ‘C’: 40 minutes (English)
55 Minutes (Hindi)

For Stenographer Grade ‘D’: 50 minutes (English)
65 Minutes (Hindi)
A stenographer is a professional responsible for transcribing spoken or recorded speech into written form. Stenographers use a specialized shorthand system, often called stenography or shorthand, to quickly capture spoken words. This shorthand can be written on a stenotype machine, a specialized keyboard-like device that allows the stenographer to press multiple keys simultaneously to represent sounds, words, or phrases in a condensed form.

SSC MTS Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Peon, Gardener, Farash, Jamadar, Junior Gestetner Operator
Chowkidar, Safaiwala, Mali (Gardener), Operator, General Central Service Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial posts
The Staff Selection Commission Multi-Tasking Staff (SSC MTS) examination is a competitive exam conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) in India. The primary purpose of the SSC MTS exam is to recruit candidates for various non-technical, general central service group ‘C’ non-gazetted, and non-ministerial posts in different government departments and ministries.
Peon, Gardener, Farash, Jamadar, Junior Gestetner Operator, Chowkidar, Safaiwala, Mali (Gardener), Operator, General Central Service Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial posts

The examination will consist of two papers. Paper – I is Computer Based Examination and Paper – II is descriptive type. Details of these papers will be as follows:
Subject No. of Questions Maximum Marks Total Duration/Timing for General Candidates Total Duration/Timing for Visually Handicapped/Cerebral Palsy Candidates
General Intelligence & Reasoning 25 25 2 Hours
10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon (No entry after 09:30 AM)
OR
02:00 PM to 04:00 PM (No entry after 01:30 PM) 2 Hours 40 Minutes
10:00 AM to 12:40 Noon (No entry after 09:30 AM)
OR
02:00 PM to 04:40 PM (No entry after 01:30 PM)
Numerical Aptitude 25 25
General English 50 50
General Awareness 50 50
Subject Maximum Marks Total Duration/Timing for General Candidates Total Duration/Timing for Visually Handicapped/Cerebral Palsy Candidates
Short Essay/Letter in English or any language included in the 8th schedule of the Constitution. 50 30 Minutes 45 minutes
General Intelligence & Reasoning Numerical Aptitude General English General Awareness
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 and Decoding
Statement Conclusion
Syllogistic Reasoning
Number Systems
Computation of Whole Numbers
Decimals and Fractions
Relationship between Numbers
Fundamental Arithmetical Operations
Percentages
Ratio and Proportion
Averages
Interest
Profit and Loss
Discount
Use of Tables and Graphs
Menstruation
Time and Distance
Ratio and Time
Time and Work
Basics of English Language
Vocabulary
Grammar
Sentence Structure
Synonyms and Antonyms
Writing Ability
Current Events
Sports
History
Culture
Geography
Economic Scene
General Polity

SSC JHT Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Staff Selection Commission Junior Hindi Translator (SSC JHT)
Junior Hindi Translator (JHT)
Junior Translator (JT)
Senior Hindi Translator (SHT)
Hindi Pradhyapak (HP)
Paper
Mode of Paper
Subject
Number of Questions
Maximum Marks
Time Duration
Paper – I (Objective Type)
Computer Based Mode
(i) General Hindi (ii) General English
100
100
02 Hours (02 hours and 40 minutes for VH/OH (afflicted by Cerebral Palsy and Locomotor disability wherein the dominant writing extremity is affected to the extent of slowing down the performance of the candidate candidates))
Paper– II: Conventional Type Paper
This is a descriptive paper that assesses the candidates’ translation and writing abilities. It is a conventional type paper where candidates have to write essays and passages in Hindi and English.
SSC JHT stands for Staff Selection Commission Junior Hindi Translator.
It is an examination conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) in India.
The primary purpose of the SSC JHT exam is to recruit candidates for various posts related to translation work in the government sector.
The key posts for which this examination is conducted include Junior Hindi Translator (JHT), Junior Translator (JT), Senior Hindi Translator (SHT), and Hindi Pradhyapak.
Scheme of Paper– II: Conventional Type Paper
Paper Mode of Paper Subject Number of Questions Maximum Marks Time Duration
Paper – I (Objective Type) Computer Based Mode (i) General Hindi
(ii) General English 100 100 02 Hours
(02 hours and 40 minutes for VH/OH (afflicted by Cerebral Palsy and Locomotor disability wherein the dominant writing extremity is affected to the extent of slowing down the performance of the candidate candidates))
Paper Mode of Paper Subject Number of Questions Maximum Marks Time Duration
Paper – II (Conventional Type) Descriptive Translation & Essay — 200 02 Hours
(02 hours and 40 minutes for VH/OH (afflicted by Cerebral Palsy and Locomotor disability wherein the dominant writing extremity is affected to the extent of slowing down the performance of the candidate candidates))

SSC JE Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Junior Engineer (Civil)
Junior Engineer (Mechanical)
Junior Engineer (Electrical)
Junior Engineer (Electrical and Mechanical)
Junior Engineer (Quantity Surveying and Contract)
Scheme of Examination
Paper I: Objective type paper covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and Technical subjects related to the specific engineering discipline.
Scheme of Paper– I: Objective Type Examination
Paper
Mode of Examination
Subject
No. of Questions
Maximum Marks
Duration & Timings
Paper I
Computer Based TestGeneral Intelligence Reasoning
50
50
2 Hours Morning Shift [10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon] Afternoon Shift [02:00 PM to 04:00 PM] Note: Entry to the examination venue will not be allowed after 09:30 AM in the morning shift and after 01:30 PM in the afternoon shift.
General Awareness
50
50
Part A General Engineering (Civil & Structural)
OR
Part B General Engineering (Electrical)
Part C General Engineering (Mechanical)
100
100
Paper– II: Conventional Type Paper
Conventional type paper with technical questions related to the engineering discipline chosen by the candidate.
Paper
Mode of Examination
Subject
Maximum Marks
Duration & Timings
Paper II
Written Examination
Part A General Engineering (Civil & Structural)
Part B General Engineering (Electrical)
Part C General Engineering (Mechanical)
Part D General Engineering (Electronics)300
2 Hours
Syllabus of SSC JE Examination
Syllabus of Paper – I
The paper – I of the SSC JE exams consists of three sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Engineering (Civil & Structural/Electrical/Mechanical). Here’s the breakdown of the syllabus for each section:
General Intelligence & Reasoning
Analogies Similarities Differences Space Visualization Problem Solving
Analysis Judgment Decision Making Visual Memory Discrimination Observation Relationship Concepts Arithmetical Reasoning Verbal and Figure Classification Arithmetical Number Series Non – Verbal Series Abstract Ideas & Symbols and their Relationships Arithmetical Computations Other Analytical Functions
General Awareness
Current Events – National & International Sports History Culture Geography Economic Scene General polity Scientific Research
General Engineering (Civil & Structural/Electrical/Mechanical)
For Civil & Structural Building Materials Estimating, Costing, and Valuation Surveying Soil Mechanics Hydraulics Irrigation Engineering Transportation Engineering Environmental Engineering
For Electrical Basic Concepts Circuit Law Magnetic Circuit AC Fundamentals Measurement and Measuring Instruments Electrical Machines Synchronous Machines Generation, Transmission, and Distribution
For Mechanical Theory of Machines and Machine Design Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials Properties of Pure Substances 1st Law of Thermodynamics 2nd Law of Thermodynamics Air Standard Cycles for IC Engines IC Engine Performances IC Engines Combustion
Syllabus of Paper – II
The paper – II of the SSC JE exams varies based on the engineering discipline chosen by the candidate. Here’s the breakdown of the syllabus for each section:
Civil Engineering
Building Materials Estimating, Costing, and Valuation Surveying Soil Mechanics Hydraulics Irrigation Engineering Transportation Engineering Environmental Engineering Structural Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Basic Concepts Circuit Law Magnetic Circuit AC Fundamentals Measurement and Measuring Instruments Electrical Machines Fractional Kilowatt Motors and single – phase induction Motors Synchronous Machines Generation, Transmission, and Distribution Estimation and Costing Utilization of Electrical Energy Basic Electronics
Mechanical Engineering
Theory of Machines and Machine Design’ Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials Properties of Pure Substances 1st Law of Thermodynamics 2nd Law of Thermodynamics Air Standard Cycles for IC Engines IC Engine Performances IC Engines Combustion IC Engine Cooling & Lubrication Rankine Cycle of System Boilers; Classification Specification: Fittings & Accessories Air Compressors & their cycles Refrigeration Cycles Principles of Refrigeration Plant Nozzles & Steam Turbines Fluid Mechanics & Machinery Properties & Classification of Fluid Fluid Statics Measurement of Fluid Pressure Fluid Kinematics Dynamics of Ideal Fluids Measurement of Flow Rate Basic Principles Hydraulic Turbines Centrifugal Pumps Classification of Steel

SSC CHSL Exam Pattern and Syllabus, Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level (SSC CHSL), Data Entry Operator
Lower Division Clerk, Postal Assistants/Sorting Assistants, Court Clerk, Syllabus of SSC CHSL Examination
Scheme of Examination
Tier – I (Computer Based Examination)
Tier – II (Descriptive Paper)
Tier – III (Typing Test/ Skill Test)
Tier– I: Computer Based Examination (Objective Type)
This is an objective type of paper consisting of four sections: English Language(Basic Knowledge), General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic Skills), and General Awareness.
60 Minutes For VH/OH (afflicted by cerebral Paisy and OH with deformity in writing hand) -80 minutes
Tier– II: Descriptive paper
Tier – II is a descriptive paper conducted in pen and paper mode, aiming to evaluate the writing skills.
Scheme of Tier– II: Descriptive paper
Sections and Topics Covered:
Candidates are required to write an essay and a letter/application based on given topics. The paper generally consists of:
Essay Writing (200 – 250 words)
Candidates have to write an essay on a given topic.
The essay can cover various subjects, including current affairs, social issues, environment, technology, etc.
Letter/Application Writing (150 – 200 words)
Candidates need to write a letter or an application addressing a specific situation or authority.
This may include formal or informal letters, job applications, complaints, requests etc.
Tier – III: Typing Test/ Skill Test
Scheme of Tier– III: Typing Test/ Skill Test
Typing test for Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant LDCs, and court clerks: Candidates need to type at a minimum speed to qualify for this test.
Skill test for Data Entry Operator: This test requires candidates to have a data entry speed of a certain number of key depressions per hour.
It would include questions of both verbal and non-verbal type.

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 and completion
Number Series
Embedded figures
Figural Series
Coding and de-coding.
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.
Arithmetic: Number Systems, Computation of Whole Numbers
Decimals and Fractions
Fundamental Arithmetical Operations
Percentage
Ratio and Proportion
Average
Interest
Profit and Loss
Discount
Use of Tables and Graphs
Mensuration
Time and Distance
Ratio and Time
Time and Work.
Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square roots, Time and Distance, Congruence and Similarity of triangles, Graphs of Linear Equations, Triangle and its various kinds of centers, Congruence and Similarity of triangles, Circle and its chords, tangents, angles subtended by chords of a circle, common tangents to two or more circles, Triangle, Quadrilaterals, Regular Polygons, Circle, Right Prism, Right Circular Cone, Right Circular Cylinder, Sphere, Hemispheres, Rectangular Parallelepiped, Regular Right Pyramid with triangular or square base, Trigonometric ratio, Degree and Radian Measures, Standard Identities, Complementary angles, Heights and Distances, Histogram, Frequency polygon, Bar diagram & Pie chart
Questions are designed to test the candidate’s general awareness of the environment around him/her and its application to society.
Current Events, Scientific aspects, Sports, Awards and Honors, General Polity, Indian Constitution, Economic Scene, Culture, Geography, History, General Science.
Syllabus of Tier- II Descriptive paper
Tier-II is a descriptive paper of 100 marks and is conducted in pen and paper mode. The paper is to be written either in Hindi or in English. The candidates are required to write an essay of 200-250 words and a letter/application of approximately 150-200 words.
Syllabus of Tier- III Typing Test/ Skill Test
This tier is for the skill test or typing test. The skill test is applicable for the Data Entry Operator (DEO) post, and the typing test is applicable for the posts of Lower Division Clerk (LDC)/Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) and Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant.

SSC CAPF Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Border Security Force (BSF)
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
General Intelligence & Reasoning
General Knowledge and General Awareness
Quantitative Aptitude
English Comprehension
Physical Standard Test (PST)/ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

SSC CGL Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Staff Selection Commission – Combined Graduate Level
Scheme of Examination
Syllabus of SSC CGL Examination
SSC CGL stands for “Staff Selection Commission – Combined Graduate Level.” It’s a national-level examination in India conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) to recruit staff for various posts in ministries, departments, and organizations of the Government of India.
The exam is conducted in four tiers:
Tier – I: Preliminary Examination: This tier consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions and is conducted online. It includes sections like General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension.

Tier – II: Main Examination: This tier also consists of multiple-choice questions and is conducted online. It includes subjects like Quantitative Abilities, English Language, and Comprehension, Statistics, and General Studies (Finance and Economics).

Tier – III: Descriptive Paper: This is a pen and paper mode of examination where candidates have to write essays, letters, and applications.

Tier – IV: Skill Test/Computer: This tier is applicable for certain posts and involves specific skill tests or computer proficiency tests.
Tier I:
1. General Intelligence & Reasoning:
• Classification
• Analogy
• Coding-Decoding
• Puzzle
• Matrix
• Word Formation
• Venn Diagram
• Direction & Distance
• Blood Relation
• Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
2. General Awareness:
• Current Affairs
• Static GK (History, Geography, Polity, etc.)
• Science
• Economics
• Culture
• Sports
• Books and Authors
• Important Schemes
3. Quantitative Aptitude:
• Simplification
• Interest
• Percentage
• Ratio & Proportion
• Problems on Ages
• Speed, Distance & Time
• Algebra
• Geometry
• Mensuration
• Trigonometry
• Data Interpretation
4. English Comprehension:
• Reading Comprehension
• Fill in the Blanks
• Error Spotting
• Sentence Correction
• Synonyms-Antonyms
• Idioms & Phrases
• One-word Substitution
• Spelling Errors
Tier II:
1. Quantitative Abilities:
• Arithmetic (Number System, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, etc.)
• Algebra
• Geometry
• Trigonometry
• Data Interpretation
• Mensuration
2. English Language & Comprehension:
• Reading Comprehension
• Fill in the Blanks
• Error Detection
• Sentence Correction
• Synonyms-Antonyms
• Idioms & Phrases
• Active-Passive Voice
• Direct-Indirect Speech
3. Statistics (Paper III for Statistical Investigator/Junior Statistical Officer):
• Collection & Representation of Data
• Measures of Dispersion & Central Tendency
• Moments, Skewness, & Kurtosis
• Correlation & Regression
• Probability Theory
• Statistical Inference
4. General Studies (Finance & Economics) (Paper IV for Assistant Audit Officer/Assistant Accounts Officer):
• Fundamental Principles of Accounting & Auditing
• Economics & Governance
• Finance & Accounting
• Financial Management
• Principles of Microeconomics & Macroeconomics

Tier III:
This tier includes a Descriptive Paper in English/Hindi to test writing skills. Topics generally include Essay Writing, Letter/Application Writing, Precis Writing, etc.

Tier IV:
This tier involves a Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) or Data Entry Speed Test (DEST) as applicable for certain posts.
60 minutes (total). For VH /OH (afflicted with
cerebral Palsy/ deformity in writing
hand – please see paragraph 5.10 of
notice): 80 minutes
120 minutes
(for each paper)
For VH /OH (afflicted with cerebral Palsy/ deformity in writing
hand – please see paragraph 5.10 of
notice): 160 minutes