Best Books & Mock Tests for SSC CGL 2026

TestsYou recommends the EduJha SSC CGL mock test series as its top pick (featured partner) — full-length tests on the latest pattern, topic-wise practice sets and previous year papers with solutions. Aim for at least 15–20 full mocks before the exam and analyse every test.

The most recommended books for SSC CGL are: SSC Mathematics Chapterwise Solved Papers by Kiran Prakashan; Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal; English for General Competitions (Plinth to Paramount) by Neetu Singh; A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal. Start with the EduJha SSC CGL book set for syllabus-aligned practice, then use the standard books for depth. Read one good book per subject multiple times instead of many books once.

SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination (SSC CGL) is conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Recruitment to Group B and C posts such as Assistant Section Officer, Income Tax Inspector, Excise Inspector, Auditor and Accountant in central ministries.

Graduate; age 18–32 depending on post. Always verify the latest criteria in the official notification at https://ssc.gov.in.

SSC CGL is conducted in the following stage(s): Tier 1 (CBT); Tier 2 (CBT); Document verification / skill test. Mode: Online (CBT).

The main subjects/sections of SSC CGL are: Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge. Download the detailed syllabus from https://ssc.gov.in.

SSC CGL is held once a year. Dates are announced by Staff Selection Commission (SSC) in the official notification.

(1) Download the official syllabus and previous papers. (2) Build concepts from one standard book per subject. (3) Practise topic-wise sets daily. (4) Start full-length mock tests at least 3 months before the exam and analyse each one. (5) Revise weak areas and keep a short-notes register. (6) Take the last 15 days only for revision and mocks.