SSC CGL 5-Month Preparation Schedule
his schedule is designed to help you systematically prepare for the SSC CGL exam
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over five months, focusing on all subjects according to their weightage and
incorporating regular practice and revision. It now includes dedicated time for offline
coaching and proper rest daily.
Overall Strategy:
● Months 1-2: Foundation Building- Focus on understandingcore concepts and
ompleting the syllabus for all subjects.
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Months 3-4: Practice and Analysis- Intensify practice,solve previous year
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papers, take sectional and full-length mock tests, and analyze your performance
to identify weak areas.
● Month 5: Revision and Strategy Refinement- Dedicatedtime for quick
revision, focusing on high-yield topics, strengthening weak areas, and perfecting
exam-taking strategies.
aily Study Hours: 6-8 hours (approx.) + 4.5 hours Coaching +
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Rest
his is a general guideline; adjust based on your learning speed and daily
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commitments. Consistency is key.
onth 1: Foundation Building - Core Concepts & Syllabus
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Coverage
ocus:General Intelligence & Reasoning, QuantitativeAptitude, English Language &
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Comprehension, General Awareness.
Weekly Targets:
● Week 1:
○ Reasoning:Analogies, Classification (Verbal & Non-Verbal),Series (Number,
lphabet, Figural).
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○ Quant:Number System (Divisibility rules, LCM, HCF,Fractions, Decimals),
Percentage.
○ English:Grammar (Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, Tenses),Vocabulary (5-10 new
words daily + synonyms/antonyms).
○ General Awareness:Indian History (Ancient India -Indus Valley, Vedic Period,
Mauryan, Gupta Empire).
○ Daily:Current Affairs (30-45 mins), Newspaper Reading.
● Week 2:
○ Reasoning:Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, DirectionSense.
○ Quant:Ratio & Proportion, Averages.
○ English:Grammar (Adjectives, Adverbs, Prepositions,Conjunctions), Reading
omprehension (1 passage daily).
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○ General Awareness:Indian History (Medieval India- Delhi Sultanate, Mughal
Empire).
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
Week 3:
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○ Reasoning:Syllogism, Venn Diagrams, Missing Numbers.
○ Quant:Profit & Loss, Discount.
○ English:Sentence Improvement, Error Spotting.
○ General Awareness:Indian History (Modern India -Advent of Europeans,
British Rule, 1857 Revolt).
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
● Week 4:
○ Reasoning:Non-Verbal Reasoning (Paper Folding, EmbeddedFigures, Figure
Completion).
○ Quant:Simple Interest & Compound Interest.
○ English:Idioms & Phrases, One-Word Substitution.
○ General Awareness:Indian History (Indian NationalMovement,
Post-Independence).
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
○ End of Month:Take 1 full-length Tier 1 Mock Test.Analyze performance.
Daily Timing (Approximate):
● 6:00 AM - 6:30 AM:Wake up & Morning Routine
● 6:30 AM - 7:00 AM:Current Affairs (Newspaper + Onlinesources)
● 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM:Quantitative Aptitude (New topic+ practice)
● 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM:Short Break
● 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM:General Intelligence & Reasoning(New topic + practice)
● 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM:Lunch & Rest
● 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM:English Language (Grammar/Vocabulary/RC)
● 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM:Offline Coaching
● 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM:Dinner & Proper Rest
● 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM:General Awareness (New topic +revision of previous GA
t opics) / Mixed Practice (Previous year questions, sectional quizzes)
10:30 PM - 11:00 PM:Quick Revision of the day's topics/ Plan for next day
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● 11:00 PM onwards:Sleep (7-8 hours)
Month 2: Foundation Building - Deeper Dive & Completion
Focus:Completing the remaining syllabus and strengtheningconcepts.
Weekly Targets:
● Week 5:
○ Reasoning:Seating Arrangement, Puzzles (basic), Statement& Conclusion.
○ Quant:Time & Work, Pipes & Cisterns.
○ English:Active/Passive Voice, Direct/Indirect Speech.
○ General Awareness:Indian Polity (Constitutional Framework,Preamble,
undamental Rights/Duties).
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○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
Week 6:
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○ Reasoning:Cube & Dice, Clock & Calendar.
○ Quant:Time, Speed & Distance, Boats & Streams.
○ English:Cloze Test, Sentence Rearrangement.
○ General Awareness:Indian Polity (Parliament, President, Judiciary, State
Government).
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
● Week 7:
○ Reasoning:Data Sufficiency, Input-Output (basic).
○ Quant:Algebra (Basic identities, Linear Equations,Polynomials).
○ English:Fill in the Blanks, Spelling Correction.
○ General Awareness:Geography (Physical Geography -Solar System, Earth
Structure, Climate).
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
● Week 8:
○ Reasoning:Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence(if covered in syllabus).
○ Quant:Geometry (Lines, Angles, Triangles, Quadrilaterals).
○ English:Comprehensive revision of Grammar rules.
○ General Awareness:Geography (Indian Geography - Rivers,Mountains,
Climate, Soils).
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
○ End of Month:Take 1 full-length Tier 1 Mock Test.Analyze performance.
Daily Timing (Approximate):
● 6:00 AM - 6:30 AM:Wake up & Morning Routine
● 6:30 AM - 7:00 AM:Current Affairs (Newspaper + Onlinesources)
● 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM:Quantitative Aptitude (New topic+ practice)
● 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM:Short Break
● 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM:General Intelligence & Reasoning(New topic + practice)
● 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM:Lunch & Rest
● 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM:English Language (Grammar/Vocabulary/RC)
● 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM:Offline Coaching
● 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM:Dinner & Proper Rest
● 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM:General Awareness (New topic +revision) / Mixed Practice
( Previous year questions, sectional quizzes)
10:30 PM - 11:00 PM:Quick Revision of the day's topics/ Plan for next day
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● 11:00 PM onwards:Sleep (7-8 hours)
Month 3: Practice & Analysis - Tier 1 & Tier 2 Integration
ocus:Extensive practice, previous year papers, mocktests, and identifying weak
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areas. Start integrating Tier 2 specific topics.
Weekly Targets:
● Week 9:
○ Tier 1 Focus:Solve 2-3 full-length Tier 1 PreviousYear Papers. Analyze
istakes thoroughly.
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○ Quant (Tier 2):Mensuration (2D & 3D - Area, Volumeof basic shapes).
○ English (Tier 2):Advanced Reading Comprehension,Para Jumbles.
○ General Awareness:Science (Physics - Units, Motion,Light, Electricity).
○ Computer Knowledge (Tier 2):Basics of Computer, Hardware,Software.
○ Daily:Current Affairs (in-depth), Newspaper Reading.
Week 10:
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○ Tier 1 Focus:Solve 2-3 full-length Tier 1 Mock Tests.Focus on time
management.
○ Quant (Tier 2):Trigonometry (Ratios, Identities,Heights & Distances).
○ English (Tier 2):Advanced Vocabulary (focus on frequentlyasked words).
○ General Awareness:Science (Chemistry - Atoms, Molecules,Acids, Bases,
Reactions).
○ Computer Knowledge (Tier 2):Operating Systems (Windows),MS Office
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint basics).
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
● Week 11:
○ Tier 1 Focus:Sectional tests for all Tier 1 subjects.
○ Quant (Tier 2):Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar Graphs,Pie Charts).
○ English (Tier 2):Error Spotting and Sentence Improvement(advanced level).
○ General Awareness:Science (Biology - Human Body Systems,Diseases,
lants).
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○ Computer Knowledge (Tier 2):Internet & E-mails, NetworkingBasics.
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
Week 12:
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○ Tier 1 Focus:Take 2 full-length Tier 1 Mock Tests.Review all Tier 1 concepts.
○ Quant (Tier 2):Statistics & Probability (Mean, Median,Mode, Standard
Deviation, Basic Probability).
○ English (Tier 2):Practice all types of English questionsfrom Tier 2
perspective.
○ General Awareness:Economics (Basic Concepts, NationalIncome, Budget,
Banking).
○ Computer Knowledge (Tier 2):Cyber Security Basics.
○ End of Month:Take 1 full-length Tier 2 Paper 1 MockTest. Analyze
performance.
Daily Timing (Approximate):
● 6:00 AM - 6:30 AM:Wake up & Morning Routine
● 6:30 AM - 7:00 AM:Current Affairs (Newspaper + Onlinesources)
● 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM:Quant/Reasoning (Tier 2 specifictopics + advanced
ractice)
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● 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM:Short Break
● 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM:English Language & Comprehension(Tier 2 specific topics
+ advanced practice)
● 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM:Lunch & Rest
● 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM:General Awareness (New topic +revision)
● 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM:Offline Coaching
● 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM:Dinner & Proper Rest
● 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM:Mock Test / Previous Year Papersolving + Analysis /
Computer Knowledge (if applicable) / Weak Area practice
● 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM:Revision of the day's difficultconcepts / Plan for next day
● 11:00 PM onwards:Sleep (7-8 hours)
Month 4: Intensive Practice & Weak Area Improvement
ocus:Strengthening weak areas identified from mocktests, continuous practice, and
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building speed and accuracy.
Weekly Targets:
● Week 13:
○ Analysis:Review performance from Month 3 mock tests.Identify 2-3 weakest
t opics across all subjects.
○ Weak Area Focus:Dedicate significant time to re-learnand practice these
weak topics.
○ Mixed Practice:Solve mixed sets of questions fromall subjects.
○ General Awareness:Static GK (Important Days, Books& Authors, Sports,
Awards, Organizations).
○ Daily:Current Affairs revision (last 3-4 months),Newspaper Reading.
Week 14:
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○ Mock Tests:Take 2 full-length Tier 2 Paper 1 MockTests.
○ Analysis:Detailed analysis of mock tests, focusingon time spent per
question and accuracy.
○ Reasoning:Practice complex puzzles and seating arrangements.
○ Quant:Practice advanced problems in Algebra, Geometry,Trigonometry.
○ General Awareness:Government Schemes, Important Personalities.
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
● Week 15:
○ Sectional Tests:Take sectional tests for each subject(Mathematical Abilities,
Reasoning, English, General Awareness, Computer).
○ English:Focus on improving speed in Reading Comprehensionand Cloze
Test.
○ Quant:Practice Data Interpretation sets (multipletypes).
○ General Awareness:Revision of History, Geography,Polity, Economics.
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
● Week 16:
○ Full-Length Mock:Take 2 full-length Tier 2 Paper1 Mock Tests.
○ Revision:Comprehensive revision of all formulas,shortcuts, and important
concepts.
○ Computer Knowledge:Practice questions for ComputerProficiency Test.
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading.
Daily Timing (Approximate):
● 6:00 AM - 6:30 AM:Wake up & Morning Routine
● 6:30 AM - 7:00 AM:Current Affairs (Newspaper + Onlinesources)
● 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM:Dedicated to Weak Area Improvement(re-learning, targeted
ractice)
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● 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM:Short Break
● 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM:Subject-wise practice (e.g.,1.5 hrs Quant, 1 hr English)
● 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM:Lunch & Rest
● 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM:General Awareness (New topic +revision)
● 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM:Offline Coaching
● 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM:Dinner & Proper Rest
● 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM:Full-length Mock Test / PreviousYear Paper (Tier 2) /
etailed Analysis of Mock Test + Error Correction
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10:30 PM - 11:00 PM:Revision of notes, quick quizzes/ Plan for next day
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● 11:00 PM onwards:Sleep (7-8 hours)
Month 5: Final Revision & Exam Strategy
ocus:High-speed revision, maximum mock tests, refiningexam strategy, and
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maintaining confidence.
Weekly Targets:
● Week 17:
○ Mock Tests:Take 3-4 full-length Tier 2 Paper 1 MockTests. Focus on
improving score and time management.
○ Quick Revision:Go through all subject notes, formulas,and important facts.
○ English:Practice 5 RC passages, 5 Cloze Tests, 10Error Spotting questions
daily.
○ Quant:Solve 20-30 mixed questions daily, focusingon speed.
○ General Awareness:Rapid revision of Static GK andCurrent Affairs (last 6
months).
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading (briefly).
Week 18:
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○ Mock Tests:Take 3-4 full-length Tier 2 Paper 1 MockTests.
○ Weak Area Blitz:Spend extra time on persistent weakareas.
○ Reasoning:Solve 20-30 mixed reasoning questions daily.
○ Computer Knowledge:Practice more questions, especiallyon areas you find
challenging.
○ Data Entry Speed Test:Practice typing regularly.
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading (briefly).
● Week 19:
○ Mock Tests:Take 4-5 full-length Tier 2 Paper 1 MockTests.
○ Strategy Refinement:Experiment with different section-attemptingorders in
mocks.
○ High-Yield Topics:Focus on topics with higher weightageor those you
frequently make mistakes in.
○ General Awareness:Revise important dates, awards,and recent events.
○ Daily:Current Affairs, Newspaper Reading (briefly).
● Week 20 (Last 7-10 days before exam):
○ No New Topics:Absolutely no new topics.
○ Daily Mock:Take 1 full-length Tier 2 Paper 1 MockTest daily (or every other
ay).
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○ Intensive Analysis:Analyze each mock test thoroughly.
○ Formula & Concept Review:Quick glance through allformulas, short notes,
and highlighted points.
○ Light Revision:Focus on light revision, avoid burnout.
○ Confidence Building:Stay positive, visualize success.
○ Last 2-3 Days:Relax, light revision, ensure goodsleep.
Daily Timing (Approximate - Month 5):
● 6:00 AM - 6:30 AM:Wake up & Morning Routine
● 6:30 AM - 7:00 AM:Current Affairs (Rapid Revision)
● 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM:Full-length Mock Test (Tier 2 Paper1)
● 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM:Short Break
● 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM:Detailed Mock Test Analysis +Targeted practice on
istakes
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● 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM:Lunch & Rest
● 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM:Quick revision of notes/formulas/high-yieldtopics
● 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM:Offline Coaching
● 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM:Dinner & Proper Rest
● 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM:Mixed practice questions (allsubjects) / General
Awareness/Computer Knowledge quick review
● 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM:Mental revision, planning forthe next day
● 11:00 PM onwards:Sleep (7-8 hours)
Important Tips for Success:
1. Current Affairs:Make it a daily habit. Read newspapers(e.g., The Hindu, Indian
xpress), follow a good monthly current affairs magazine, and online current
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affairs quizzes.
2. Vocabulary:Maintain a dedicated notebook for newwords, their meanings,
synonyms, antonyms, and usage. Revise regularly.
3. Mock Tests:Crucial for success. Take them regularly,ideally under exam-like
conditions. The analysis of mock tests is more important than just taking them.
Identify your weak areas, understand why you made mistakes (conceptual error,
silly mistake, time management), and work on them.
4. Previous Year Papers:Solve as many previous yearpapers as possible to
understand the exam pattern, common question types, and difficulty level.
5. Revision:Consistent revision is non-negotiable. Scheduledaily and weekly
r evision slots.
6. Health:Do not neglect your physical and mental health.Eat well, get enough
sleep (7-8 hours), and incorporate light exercise or meditation to manage stress.
7. Flexibility:This is a template. Adjust it based onyour strengths, weaknesses, and
progress. If you find a particular subject needs more time, allocate it.
8. Computer Knowledge & Data Entry Speed Test:Treatthese as qualifying but
important. Don't ignore them, especially in the later months. Practice typing
regularly.
9. Online Resources:Utilize online quizzes, video lectures,and practice platforms.
10.Consistency:Stick to your schedule as much as possible.Even short, consistent
study sessions are better than sporadic long ones.
Good luck with your SSC CGL preparation!
