SSC (Staff Selection Commission) updates

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) was set up mainly to recruit candidates into the lower sectors in varies departments of the Indian Government. The examination comprises of two tiers of written, objective examination followed by Computer proficiency/Interview/Skill test. The examination pattern varies based on the requirement and as per the scheme of examination.

SSC conducts various entrance examinations throughout the year. Find below some of the SSC entrance exams conducted:

1) Central Police Organization (CPO) exam: This examination recruits candidates into central Police organizations.
2) SSC Data Entry Operator (DEO) exam: This examination is carried out mainly to recruit candidates for various Data Entry Operator requirements.
3) SSC Combined Matric Level Examination: This exam is conducted mainly to recruit candidates as low division clerks and data entry operators.
4) Special Class Railway Apprentice SCRA Examination: This exam is carried out to recruit candidates into Mechanical Department of Indian Railways.
5) Statistical Investigator Examination: This examination is carried out to recruit candidates into the designation of Assistant Statistical Investigator and Statistical Inspector.


There are Other SSC Exams which are conducted and details are available in the official website. Candidates can submit paper application or online application and submit at Regional office of the Commission. Candidates may submit online application at http://ssconline.nic.in  or http://www.sscregistration.sifyitest.com. Eligibility criteria differ based on the requirement and the examination.

SSC Entrance Exams Preparation

SSC preparation needs good guidance and well planned study strategy. Thousands of candidates apply every year and this makes the examination highly competitive in nature. SSC Entrance Exams Preparation needs good understanding of the requirement and the test pattern. Candidates can refer old question papers and follow the same pattern for preparation. There are many books written on SSC entrance exams, these books have proved to be very helpful. Find below some important tips for preparation:

1) Plan a good study strategy: Self assessment is very essential to know your strengths and weaknesses. Then plan a good study strategy and spend more time on weaker areas.
2) Improve your vocabulary and English grammar: This is one important section in all SSC exams and candidates should spend quality time to improve their language skills.
3) Refer old Question papers: Try to solve old question papers in each section. This will give you a clear idea of possible questions asked in each section.
4) Judge the style of learning: Candidates should choose books based on their style of learning and it is advisable to select the books which are referred by your mentors.
5) Take up mock tests after every section: It is very essential to know where you stand and what more needs to be done to improve your performance.

SSC preparation books

SSC preparation books are purely based on the various examinations conducted by the Staff selection Commission. These preparation books include details syllabus, test pattern, solved question papers, mock tests and good study strategy with useful tips for preparation. Most of these SSC preparation books are available in online book shops. Some of the well known books are listed below:

1) SSC CPO Sub – Inspectors Exam (Solved papers): This book is written and published by Upkar Prakashan and is very useful for candidate’s preparation for CPO exam.
2) SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination: This book is written by Sanjeev Joon and published by Tata McGraw Hill Education. The book includes details SSC syllabus, around 3000 solved questions, model practice papers and solved question papers.
3) CPO’s Constable (GD) Bharti Pariksha: This book is written and published by Expert compilations. The book contains previous years solved papers, objective type questions, 5 practice sets, etc.
4) Complete Guide for SSC: This book is written by Sanjeev Joon and published by Tata McGraw Hill Education. This book contains five sections, General Intelligence, English language, Numerical Aptitude and General Awareness.
5) SSC Steno Grade C & D Exam Eng: This book is written by Sanjeev Joon and published by Tata McGraw Hill Education.