Central Board Exams Details - 2026

[SSC , BANKING , RAILWAY , ARMY , AGNIVEER]


About SSC Exams

(Group-wise Eligibility, Exam Pattern and Syllabus.)

SSC CGL

Assistant, Inspector, Auditor, Others

Eligibility

Minimum Age: 18 Years

Maximum Age: 27 to 32 Years (as per post)

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline

Exam Pattern

Stage I : (Tier-I – Computer Based Exam)

Subjects: General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension

Questions: 100

Marks: 200 (1 hour)

Stage II : (Tier-II – Computer Based Exam)

Paper I: Quantitative Abilities & English Language

Paper II: Statistics (for specific posts)

Paper III: General Studies (Finance & Economics)

Marks: Varies by paper

Stage III : (Document Verification)

Subject: Verification of Certificates & Eligibility

SSC CHSL

LDC, JSA, PA, DEO

Eligibility

Minimum Age: 18 Years

Maximum Age: 27 Years

Qualification: 12th Standard or equivalent

Exam Pattern

Stage I : (Tier-I – Computer Based Exam)

Subjects: English, General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness

Questions: 100

Marks: 200 (1 hour)

Stage II : (Tier-II – Skill/Typing Test)

Subject: Data Entry Speed / Typing Test

Type: Qualifying Nature

Bank Exam – Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The Banking Exams such as IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, SBI PO, SBI Clerk, and RBI Assistant are conducted annually to recruit candidates for various public sector banks. The exams are conducted in multiple stages — Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, and Interview (for officer posts). Below is the detailed exam pattern and syllabus to help candidates prepare efficiently.

Bank Exam Pattern

The exam pattern differs slightly between Clerical and Probationary Officer (PO) exams. The general structure for both stages is as follows:

Stage Sections No. of Questions Marks Duration
Preliminary Exam English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability 100 100 60 Minutes
Main Exam (Clerk) General/Financial Awareness, General English, Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Quantitative Aptitude 190 200 160 Minutes
Main Exam (PO) Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis & Interpretation, General Awareness, English Language 155 200 180 Minutes
Interview (PO Only) Personality and Banking Knowledge Assessment 100

Bank Exam Syllabus

The syllabus for most banking exams is similar across IBPS, SBI, and RBI. It focuses on reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and English at the preliminary stage, while the mains exam includes banking awareness, computer aptitude, and data interpretation.

1. English Language

Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Error Detection, Sentence Improvement, Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms), and Fill in the Blanks.

2. Quantitative Aptitude

Simplification, Approximation, Data Interpretation, Number Series, Quadratic Equations, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, and Simple/Compound Interest.

3. Reasoning Ability

Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Blood Relations, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Direction Sense, Inequalities, and Logical Reasoning.

4. General/Banking Awareness

Current Affairs (last 6 months), Banking Terminologies, RBI and its Functions, Financial Awareness, Government Schemes, Static GK, and Economy News.

5. Computer Aptitude

Basics of Computers, Internet, MS Office, Networking, Computer Hardware & Software, and Shortcut Keys.

6. Data Analysis & Interpretation (for PO & Specialist Exams)

Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, Line Graphs, Tabular Data, Caselets, and Probability-based questions.

Banking Current Affairs

One of the standout features of Ken IAS Acadamy is its focus on Banking Current Affairs. The academy offers a robust program that keeps students updated with the latest developments in banking and financial sectors through weekly updates, monthly magazines, and daily news analysis.

This not only helps in the general awareness section of the exams but also builds a solid foundation for group discussions and personal interviews.

Daily Current Affairs

Nov 09, 2025

IBPS Specialist Officers(SO) 09-11-2025

Daily Current Affairs

Nov 29, 2025

IBPS Clerk 29-11-2025

Daily Current Affairs

Jan 04, 2026

IBPS Specialist Officers(SO) 04-01-2025

Daily Current Affairs

Feb 01, 2026

IBPS Clerk Main 01-02-2025

About Railway Exams (RRB)

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) conducts various examinations to recruit candidates for positions in the Indian Railways, including RRB NTPC, RRB Group D, RRB JE, and RRB ALP. The exams assess candidates’ aptitude, technical knowledge, and general awareness to ensure efficient staffing across departments.

Exam Pattern

The RRB exam process generally consists of multiple stages such as Computer Based Tests (CBTs), Skill Tests (where applicable), and Document Verification. The pattern may vary slightly depending on the post, but the following table shows the typical structure for **RRB NTPC and Group D exams**:

Stage Exam Type Subjects Questions Marks Duration
Stage I CBT – Preliminary General Awareness, Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning 100 100 90 minutes
Stage II CBT – Mains General Awareness, Mathematics, Reasoning, Current Affairs 120 120 90 minutes
Stage III Skill/Typing Test (if applicable) Data Entry or Typing Skill Test - Qualifying As per test
Stage IV Document Verification Verification of Certificates - - -

Syllabus

The RRB syllabus covers a wide range of topics from quantitative aptitude to general awareness. The main subjects are listed below:

1. General Awareness

Current Affairs, Indian History, Indian Polity, Geography, Economy, Environmental Issues, General Science, and Developments in the Railway Sector.

2. Mathematics

Number System, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Time & Work, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Mensuration, Algebra, Geometry, and Data Interpretation.

3. General Intelligence and Reasoning

Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Syllogism, Puzzles, Data Sufficiency, Venn Diagrams, Series, Decision Making, and Analytical Reasoning.

4. General Science

Questions will be based on Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from Class 10th level syllabus.



About Indian Army Exams

The Indian Army conducts various recruitment exams such as Army GD (General Duty), Technical, Clerk/SKT, and Nursing Assistant through the Army Agniveer Recruitment and other rallies. These exams aim to assess candidates based on physical fitness, written ability, and general intelligence. Below is the detailed exam pattern and syllabus overview.

Exam Pattern

The Indian Army Written Exam (CEE – Common Entrance Exam) is conducted for shortlisted candidates after the physical fitness test. The pattern varies slightly based on the category applied, but the general structure is as follows:

Category Subjects Total Questions Total Marks Passing Marks Duration
Soldier GD (General Duty) General Knowledge, General Science, Mathematics 50 100 32 60 Minutes
Soldier Technical Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, GK 50 200 80 60 Minutes
Clerk / SKT General Knowledge, General Science, Computer, Maths, English 50 200 80 (32 in each part) 60 Minutes
Nursing Assistant Biology, Chemistry, Physics, GK 50 200 80 60 Minutes

Syllabus

The syllabus for the Indian Army Exam varies by category, but the major subjects include General Knowledge, General Science, Mathematics, and English. The following topics are commonly covered in the written examination:

1. General Knowledge

History, Geography, Indian Constitution, Sports, Awards, Current Affairs (National & International), and Important Days.

2. General Science

Basic Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (up to 10th standard), Human Body, Diseases, Nutrition, Scientific Instruments, and Environment.

3. Mathematics

Number System, Simplification, Ratio and Proportion, Time & Work, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Mensuration, Averages, and Geometry.

4. English (for Clerk/SKT Posts)

Grammar, Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms, Comprehension, Sentence Correction, and Usage of Tenses.

5. Technical / Nursing (for Specific Trades)

Questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology of 12th standard level focusing on applied knowledge and practical understanding.

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