JSSC CGL Exam — 2025

JSSC CGL pattern historically includes multiple papers: typically Language (English/Hindi), Tribal/Regional language (where applicable), and a General Studies/General Knowledge paper. Paper formats may vary year-to-year — each paper is usually 2 hours and uses objective questions (MCQs) with negative marking; the exact marking scheme appears in the official notification. Coaching summaries and the JSSC notification both list paper-wise topics. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

For precise question counts, marks, duration and negative marking refer to the JSSC notification and the exam pattern page from coaching portals. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

1. Notification & Apply Online: Official notifications and application links are published on the JSSC portal — apply only via the official portal. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
2. Expected windows (2025 cycle summaries): many editorial pages projected application windows around June–July 2025 for certain recruitment cycles; always trust the official portal for final dates. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
3. Admit card: Download link opens on JSSC portal under Admit Card → download by entering registration/roll. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
4. Exam day rules: ID proof, admit card printout, reporting time & centre instructions in admit card. Test centres may have biometrics/photo verification. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
5. Technical exam dates (2025): JSSC published technical exam dates for certain posts (example: Technical Exam on 9 Oct 2025 for select 494 posts). Check post-wise schedule on JSSC notifications / result pages. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}

Tip: Create a checklist before applying — scanned photo, scanned signature, educational certificates, domicile, caste/tribe certificates (if applicable). Keep proof of payment / transaction ID. Use a desktop browser for the application portal if possible. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}

JSSC CGL cutoff depends on vacancies, exam difficulty and candidate performance. Look at the last 3–5 cycles to estimate realistic targets. Aim to secure a comfortable margin over the last year’s cutoff in simulated tests. Coaching articles and news portals publish expected cutoffs and analysis after each result — use them for benchmarking but rely on official merit lists for final placement. :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}

After results, analyze section-wise cutoffs and shift-difficulty (if multiple shifts). Use that to re-balance practice for next cycle. :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}

Below is a practical 12-week plan suitable for full-time aspirants. If you’re working or studying, scale daily hours down but keep the weekly structure (focus → consolidation → mocks).

Weeks 1–4: Foundation & Syllabus Mapping

• Create a topic map from the official notification and previous papers. Prioritize Language & General Studies high-frequency topics.
• Daily routine: 2 hours Language (reading + grammar), 1.5 hours GS (current affairs + basics), 1 hour reasoning/math practice.
• Collect and annotate 6–8 previous-year papers; start an error log (format below).

Weeks 5–8: Consolidation & Application

• Begin sectional timed tests (45–60 minutes per section). Analyze errors and make micro-notes for quick revision.
• For state-specific topics (Jharkhand economy, districts, resource distribution), prepare short notes & maps — they’re frequently asked.

Weeks 9–12: Mock Marathon & Final Polish

• Full-length mock every 4–5 days (strictly timed); maintain exam-day simulation (food, commute, timing).
• Last 10 days: no new topics — revision, light mocks, error log fixes, sleep & exam logistics preparation.

Error log template: DATE | TEST/PAPER | Q.NO | TOPIC | MISTAKE TYPE | CORRECT ANSWER | ACTION PLAN

• Language: Wren & Martin (grammar), high-quality vocabulary apps and newspapers for reading practice.
• General Studies: Lucent’s General Knowledge, NCERTs (class 6–10 basics), state government reports for Jharkhand economy & schemes.
• Reasoning & Quant: R.S. Aggarwal (select chapters) + sectional mock banks.
• Previous papers: Download official PDFs and compiled sets from Testbook / Adda247 / FreshersNow. :contentReference[oaicite:27]{index=27}