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SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 exam pattern out. CBT: 100 questions, 200 marks, 60 minutes. Check section wise syllabus for matric, 12th and graduate level, negative marking and typing test details.
Official Notice Released: SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 notification is out at ssc.gov.in with a revised exam pattern for the Computer Based Test. The CBE will have 100 questions for 200 marks in 60 minutes with a new 15-minute sectional timer per section. Check the complete updated exam pattern, syllabus for Matric, 12th, and Graduate level, marking scheme, and typing test details below.
Apply Online: 13 April to 04 May 2026 | CBE: June 2026 (Tentative)
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 -- Exam Pattern Quick Summary
SSC Phase 14 uses a single-tier Computer Based Examination (CBE) for all three post levels -- Matric, Higher Secondary, and Graduation. Three separate CBEs are held simultaneously for each level. The pattern is uniform across levels but the difficulty of questions varies by qualification.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Examination (CBE / CBT) |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 200 |
| Marks per Question | +2 marks (correct answer) |
| Negative Marking | -0.50 marks (wrong answer) |
| Unanswered Question | 0 marks (no penalty) |
| Total Duration | 60 minutes |
| Duration for PwBD (with Scribe) | 80 minutes |
| Sectional Timer | 15 minutes per section (20 min for PwBD with scribe) |
| Language of Paper | Hindi and English only |
| Number of Sections | 4 (equal weightage) |
| Medium Selected At | Application stage (cannot be changed later) |
Source: SSC Phase XIV/2026/Selection Posts Notification, Staff Selection Commission, 13 April 2026.
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 -- Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Released | 13 April 2026 | Out Now |
| Application Start | 13 April 2026 | Open |
| Last Date to Apply | 04 May 2026 | Upcoming |
| Form Correction Window | 11 to 13 May 2026 | Upcoming |
| CBE Exam | June 2026 (Tentative) | Upcoming |
| Skill / Typing Test | After CBE (if applicable) | Upcoming |
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 -- Section Wise Exam Pattern
The CBE is divided into 4 equal sections. Each section carries 25 questions for a total of 50 marks per section. A strict sectional timer of 15 minutes applies to each section. Candidates cannot revisit previous sections once the sectional time is over.
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | General Intelligence (Reasoning) | 25 | 50 | 15 minutes |
| Part B | General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 15 minutes |
| Part C | Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic) | 25 | 50 | 15 minutes |
| Part D | English Language (Basic Knowledge) | 25 | 50 | 15 minutes |
| Total | -- | 100 | 200 | 60 minutes |
Note: For Graduate level posts, Parts A, B, and D are set at Graduation difficulty. Part C (Quantitative Aptitude) is set at 10th standard level for all post levels.
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 -- Marking Scheme and Negative Marking
Understanding the marking scheme is critical to your exam strategy. The penalty for wrong answers is 0.50 marks, which is lower than SSC CGL (-1 mark) but still significant at scale.
| Answer Type | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +2 marks |
| Wrong Answer | -0.50 marks |
| Unanswered / Skipped | 0 marks |
The marks scored in the CBE are normalized using SSC's official formula if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts. Normalization adjusts for difficulty variations across shifts and is used to prepare the final merit list.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks (%) | Minimum Qualifying Marks (out of 200) |
|---|---|---|
| UR / General | 30% | 60 marks |
| OBC / EWS | 25% | 50 marks |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM | 20% | 40 marks |
Note: These are minimum qualifying marks only. Candidates must score the actual post-wise cut off to get selected. Minimum qualifying marks do not guarantee selection.
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 -- Syllabus for Matric, 12th, and Graduate Level
The syllabus topics are the same across all three levels but the depth and difficulty of questions varies. Graduate level questions are harder and more analytical; Matric level questions test basic concepts only.
| Section | Key Topics (All Levels) |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence (Reasoning) | Analogies, Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Logical Reasoning, Venn Diagrams, Mirror Image, Embedded Figures, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Classification |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science and Technology, Environment, Culture, Static GK, National and International Events |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number System, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Ratio and Proportion, Time and Work, Time Speed Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Average, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation (Graduate level) |
| English Language | Fill in the Blanks, Sentence Correction, Error Spotting, Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word Substitution, Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Idioms and Phrases, Narration, Active-Passive Voice |
Source: SSC Phase 14 Notification and official syllabus guidelines. Graduate level Parts A, B, and D are set at graduation difficulty. Part C (Quantitative Aptitude) is 10th standard level for all post levels.
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 -- How to Attempt the CBT Exam
- Download Admit Card: Visit ssc.gov.in before the exam and download your admit card using your registration number and date of birth.
- Reach Exam Centre Early: Arrive at least 30 minutes before the reporting time. Gate closes 15 minutes before exam start.
- Select Language at Start: At login, you will be asked to confirm your chosen medium (Hindi or English). This was fixed at application stage and cannot be changed.
- Manage 15-Minute Sections: Each of the 4 sections has a 15-minute timer. Complete all 25 questions within that section before time runs out. You cannot return to previous sections.
- Avoid Random Guessing: Wrong answers cost -0.50 marks each. Only attempt questions you are reasonably sure about. Skip genuinely uncertain questions.
- Check Score After Result: After the result is announced, SSC publishes individual marks. You can download your marks sheet from the official website.
Application Fee: Rs. 100 for UR/OBC | Free for Female, SC, ST, PwBD, ESM
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 -- Skill Test and Typing Test Details
The Skill Test (Typing Test / Data Entry Test / Computer Proficiency Test) is conducted only for specific posts that require it as a job function. It is qualifying in nature -- it does not add marks to the merit score. Only candidates who clear the CBE cut off are called for the Skill Test.
| Skill Test Type | Applicable Posts | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Typing Test (English) | Posts requiring English typing speed (e.g., Stenographer related posts) | Qualifying only |
| Typing Test (Hindi) | Posts requiring Hindi typing speed | Qualifying only |
| Data Entry Speed Test | Posts like Data Entry Operator, DEO grade A | Qualifying only |
| Computer Proficiency Test | Posts requiring computer operation skills | Qualifying only |
Note: Skill Tests are conducted by the User Departments, not by SSC. Candidates who fail the Skill Test are disqualified from that specific post. Check the applicable skill test requirement for your chosen post in Annexure-III of the official notification.
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 -- Normalization Formula Explained
Since SSC Phase 14 CBE is conducted in multiple shifts on multiple days, raw scores are normalized to ensure fairness across different question paper sets. The normalization formula published by SSC adjusts a candidate's score relative to the average difficulty of their shift.
Key points about normalization: The final merit list is based on normalized marks, not raw marks. If a candidate's shift had a harder paper, they benefit from upward normalization. Normalization is applied separately for each post level -- Matric, 12th, and Graduate. Candidates appearing in multiple level CBEs are considered separately for each level.
In case of a tie in normalized marks, SSC applies a tie-breaking formula in this order: (1) Total normalized marks; (2) Marks in Part A; (3) Marks in Part B; (4) Marks in Part C; (5) Date of Birth (older candidate preferred); (6) Alphabetical order of name.
SSC Selection Post Phase 14 2026 -- Official Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | ssc.gov.in (Apply Now) |
| Official Notification PDF | Download at ssc.gov.in |
| Phase 13 Matric Cut Off PDF (SSC Official) | Matric Cut Off -- SSC Official PDF |
| Phase 13 Graduation Cut Off PDF (SSC Official) | Graduation Cut Off -- SSC Official PDF |
