Detailed subject-wise syllabus breakdown, exam pattern, section-wise marks distribution, and preparation roadmap for 2026.
Tier-1 Computer Based Examination consists of 100 objective questions across four sections with 60 minutes composite timing.
| Section & Subject | Key Topic Areas | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogy, Classification, Series, Non-Verbal | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | Current Events, Static GK, Science, Polity | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Arithmetic, Advanced Maths, Data Interpretation | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | Grammar, Vocab, Reading Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
Detailed syllabus breakdown by subject and sub-topics.
Key Sub-Topics Included:
Analogies, Classification, Series, Coding-Decoding, Puzzles, Matrices
Scoring 45+ in both Reasoning and English in under 25 minutes provides ample time for Quantitative Aptitude.
Each wrong answer in Tier-1 costs 0.50 marks. Maintain 85%+ accuracy.
Cover previous 6 months of current affairs and key polity/history topics.