Detailed subject-wise syllabus breakdown, exam pattern, section-wise marks distribution, and preparation roadmap for 2026.
Preliminary Examination consists of 100 objective questions across three sections with 20 minutes sectional timing each.
| Section & Subject | Key Topic Areas | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Numerical Ability | Simplification, Number Series, Quadratic, Arithmetic | 35 | 35 |
| Reasoning Ability | Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Inequalities | 35 | 35 |
| English Language | Reading Comprehension, Error Spotting, Cloze Test | 30 | 30 |
Detailed syllabus breakdown by subject and sub-topics.
Key Sub-Topics Included:
Simplification, Approximations, Number Series, DI, Arithmetic
Speed math accounts for 15–20 marks. Practicing 30 simplification questions daily boosts score dramatically.
State cutoffs frequently cross 75–80. Wild guessing lowers percentile rapidly.
Final selection is 100% based on Mains examination marks, followed by Language Proficiency Test.