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| Tier - I | Written Examination (Objective Multiple Choice Type) (Computer Based) |
| Tier -II | Written Examination (Objective Multiple Choice Type) (Computer Based) |
| Tier -III | Descriptive Paper in English / Hindi ( Pen and paper mode) |
| Tier -IV | Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test (Wherever Applicable ) |
Pattern of Tier -I Examination (Computer Based):
| Part | Subject | No of Qs | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 60 Minutes (80 Minutes for VH candidates) |
| B | General Awareness | 25 | 50 | |
| C | Quantitative Aptitude |
25 | 50 | |
| D | English Language | 25 | 50 | |
| TOTAL | 100 | 200 |
- Tier –I of the CGLE will be common for all categories of posts
- There will be negative marking of 0.5 marks for each wrong answer in Tier-I.
- Questions will be of Objective Type Multiple Choice , set both in Hindi and English in respect of Parts A, B and C.
- The questions in Reasoning, GA and English will be of a level commensurate with the Essential Qualification viz graduation and questions in Quantitative Aptitude will be of 10th standard level.
Pattern of Tier -II Examination (Computer Based):
This is the second stage of the exam and only those candidates who qualify the first stage (Tier -I) , will be allowed to sit in this exam . It is also a objective type test and Paper I and Paper II are compulsory for all the posts.
| Paper No. | Subject / Paper | Max . Marks | No. of questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Quantitative Ability | 200 | 100 | 2 hours (2 hours and 40 minutes for VH candidates) |
| II | English Language and Comprehension | 200 | 200 | 2 hours (2 hours and 40 minutes for VH candidates) |
| III | Statistics | 200 | 100 | 2 hours (2 hours and 40 minutes for VH candidates) |
| IV | General Studies ( Finance & Economics) | 200 | 100 | 2 hours (2 hours and 40 minutes for VH candidates) |
| Note : Paper-I & II are compulsory for all the categories of posts . | ||||
| Paper-III is only for those candidates who apply for the post of Junior Statistical Officer. | ||||
| Paper-IV is only for those candidates who apply for the post of Assistant Audit Officer and Assistant Accounts Officer | ||||
- There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks in Paper-II and 0.50 marks in Paper-I and Paper-III for each wrong answer
- Questions will be of Objective Type Multiple Choice, set both in Hindi and English in respect of Paper I and III.
- Questions in Paper-I will be of 10th standard level, Paper-II of 10+2 level and Paper-III of graduation level.
Pattern of Tier - III Examination:
The Commission has also decided to introduce a Descriptive Paper ( (writing of Essay/Precis/Letter /Application Writing etc) of English/Hindi as Tier-III. The Question Paper will be bilingual. The candidates will have the option to choose any one medium. This will be in Pen & paper Mode.
The maximum marks for this section (Tier III) is 100 and the duration is 60 minutes.
Pattern of Tier -IV Examination:
1. DEST (Data Entry Speed Test): FOR THE POST OF TAX ASSISTANTS (Central Excise & Income Tax): The "Data Entry Speed" Skill Test at 2000 (two thousand) key depressions for a duration of 15 (fifteen) minutes will be of qualifying nature
2. CPT (Computer Proficiency Test): The Commission will hold CPT, comprising three modules - Word Processing, Spread Sheet and Generation of Slides, for applicants for the post of Assistants of CSS. CPT will be of a qualifying nature.