How to Score 40+ marks in General Awareness Section of SSC CGL Tier-1

How to Score 40+ marks in General Awareness Section in SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam

We are providing you tips on how to strategize, plan, and prepare for the General Awareness section in SSC CGL Tier I exam. Read this article for more details.

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How to Score 40+ marks in the General Awareness Section in SSC CGL Tier-1 Exam?

Every year, the SSC conducts the SSC CGL Exam to recruit numerous eligible candidates for various positions. Success in this examination requires candidates to diligently prepare and showcase their skills to seize this valuable opportunity. The Tier I exam consists of 25 questions each from General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Sections of 50 marks each. The General Awareness section keeps the aspirants in a dilemma with its vast syllabus and unlimited current affairs. To put an end to all your queries and confusion, we are providing you tips on how to strategize, plan, and prepare for the General Awareness section in SSC CGL Tier I exam. By following these guidelines, you can aim to secure 40+ marks in this section. For detailed insights, refer to the article below.

1. Know The Syllabus

Ensure a thorough understanding of the entire syllabus outlined by the SSC. Print a copy of the syllabus and meticulously identify the areas where you need improvement. The following is a compilation of topics covered in the General Awareness section of the SSC CGL. Below is the list of topics asked in the General Awareness section of SSC CGL.

Static General Knowledge that includes the History, Geography, Polity, and Economics, of India and neighboring countries.
Science
Current Affairs
Sports
Books and Authors
Important Schemes
Portfolios
People in the News etc

Apart from knowing the syllabus, candidates should be aware of the distribution of questions asked in the recent installments of the exam. This will give them an idea regarding the weightage of the topics mentioned in the syllabus. The table below will provide the candidates with an idea regarding the recent trend in the exam.

Topic	Number of Questions
history	3
Polity	3
Geography	3
Economics	2
Science	3
Current Affairs	5
Miscellaneous	6
Total	25

2. Keep Yourself Informed About The Current Affairs

Stay updated on current affairs as they play a significant role in the SSC CGL Tier I Exam. Dedicate time to learn about current events daily and ensure to review and revise them weekly. In the SSC CGL Exam, a substantial portion of the questions in the General Awareness section is based on current affairs from the last six months, with the possibility of some questions extending to the past year. A thorough revision of both Indian and international current affairs is crucial for scoring well in this section.

3. Take notes and study every day

In the preparation of any competitive exam, it is necessary to prepare for each and every topic mentioned in the syllabus. In this process, maintaining handwritten notes is a very important practice. Write down important points in one place to make it easier to review. It comes in handy especially when candidates are doing their final revisions before the exam. The General Awareness section of the CGL exam consists of many subjects and to give importance to each subject candidates should have a clear plan. It is advised that candidates should create a daily study plan and set aside time for each subject and focus on one subject each day to make learning more manageable.

4. Practice Mock Tests

Taking weekly mock tests enhances your preparation and these can be sectional as well as full length. This is generally done after going through the learning and practice phase of the preparation. However, while learning the concepts candidates can engage in daily quizzes or weekly mock tests to aid memory retention. SSC ADDA offers complimentary quizzes for the SSC CGL Tier I Exam. You can access and study them through the Adda247 app.