SSC CHSL 2025 Expected MCQs: General Knowledge & Reasoning – A to Z Details
A – About the Exam
- Tier-I: 100 MCQs, 200 marks, 60 minutes (80 minutes for PwD).
- Sections: GK (25 Qs), Reasoning (25 Qs), Quant (25 Qs), English (25 Qs).
- Negative Marking: -0.50 per wrong answer.
B – Basics of GK & Reasoning
- GK: Tests static knowledge (History, Geography, Polity) and current affairs (2024-25).
- Reasoning: Assesses logical thinking, pattern recognition, and problem-solving.
C – Core Topics
- GK: Indian History, Polity (Constitution), Geography, Science, Current Events.
- Reasoning: Coding-Decoding, Series, Analogy, Blood Relations, Puzzles.
D – Difficulty Level
- GK: Easy to Moderate; factual with some analytical twists.
- Reasoning: Moderate; requires practice for speed and accuracy.
E – Exam Pattern
- GK: 25 Qs, 50 marks, ~15 minutes.
- Reasoning: 25 Qs, 50 marks, ~15-20 minutes.
- Both sections are high-scoring with regular practice.
F – Free Expected MCQ Set
Below are 10 sample MCQs based on 2024-25 trends:
General Knowledge
- Question: Who was the first woman Chief Minister of an Indian state?
- A) Indira Gandhi
- B) Sucheta Kripalani
- C) Mayawati
- D) Jayalalithaa
- Answer: B) Sucheta Kripalani
- Explanation: She served as CM of Uttar Pradesh (1963-67).
- Question: Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the Finance Commission?
- A) Article 280
- B) Article 356
- C) Article 370
- D) Article 14
- Answer: A) Article 280
- Explanation: It mandates the formation of the Finance Commission.
- Question: What is the chemical formula of Ozone?
- A) O₂
- B) O₃
- C) CO₂
- D) H₂O
- Answer: B) O₃
- Explanation: Ozone is a triatomic form of oxygen.
- Question: Which river is known as the “Sorrow of Bihar”?
- A) Ganga
- B) Kosi
- C) Yamuna
- D) Brahmaputra
- Answer: B) Kosi
- Explanation: Kosi’s frequent flooding earned it this nickname.
- Question: In which year was the National Green Tribunal (NGT) established?
- A) 2005
- B) 2010
- C) 2015
- D) 2020
- Answer: B) 2010
- Explanation: Established under the NGT Act, 2010.
Reasoning
- Question: If “CAT” is coded as “DBU,” how is “DOG” coded?
- A) EPH
- B) FPH
- C) EPG
- D) FPG
- Answer: A) EPH
- Explanation: Each letter shifts forward by 1 (C→D, A→B, T→U); D→E, O→P, G→H.
- Question: Find the missing number: 2, 5, 10, 17, ?
- A) 24
- B) 26
- C) 28
- D) 30
- Answer: B) 26
- Explanation: Pattern is +3, +5, +7, +9; 17 + 9 = 26.
- Question: A is B’s sister. C is B’s mother. D is C’s father. How is A related to D?
- A) Daughter
- B) Granddaughter
- C) Niece
- D) Sister
- Answer: B) Granddaughter
- Explanation: D (father) → C (mother) → A, B (siblings); A is D’s granddaughter.
- Question: If “MANGO” is written as “NBOHP,” how is “APPLE” written?
- A) BQQMF
- B) BQPMF
- C) BQQMG
- D) BQPMG
- Answer: A) BQQMF
- Explanation: Each letter shifts forward by 1 (M→N, A→B, etc.).
- Question: Which word does not belong: Apple, Banana, Carrot, Mango?
- A) Apple
- B) Banana
- C) Carrot
- D) Mango
- Answer: C) Carrot
- Explanation: Carrot is a vegetable; others are fruits.
G – Goals of Preparation
- Score 40-45/50 in GK and Reasoning each.
- Clear sectional cutoffs (typically 25-30 marks combined).
H – High-Weightage Topics
- GK: Polity (5-7 Qs), History (4-6 Qs), Current Affairs (6-8 Qs), Science (3-5 Qs).
- Reasoning: Coding (4-5 Qs), Series (4-5 Qs), Puzzles (3-5 Qs), Analogy (3-4 Qs).
I – Important Resources
- GK: Lucent GK, NCERTs (6-10), The Hindu (March 2024-May 2025).
- Reasoning: RS Aggarwal, MK Pandey, Testbook free PDFs.
J – Justify Practice
- Repeated questions from past papers (e.g., Polity articles, coding patterns) make MCQs predictable.
K – Key Strategies
- GK: Focus on 2024-25 events (e.g., Budget 2025, elections).
- Reasoning: Practice 20-30 Qs/day to master patterns.
L – Learning Approach
- GK: Read → Quiz → Revise (daily news + static).
- Reasoning: Solve → Analyze → Repeat (start easy, scale to moderate).
M – Mock Tests
- Attempt 1-2 full mocks/week (100 Qs, 60 min) from April 2025.
- Target 80-85% accuracy in GK & Reasoning.
N – Negative Marking
- -0.50 per wrong answer; attempt 20-22 Qs confidently per section.
O – Official Dates
- Notification: May 27, 2025.
- Exam: July-August 2025 (Tentative: July 7-11).
P – Preparation Timeline
- March-May: Basics (GK static, Reasoning concepts).
- June-July: Practice + Current Affairs (daily news, 50 MCQs/day).
Q – Quick Tips
- GK: Memorize articles (e.g., 280, 356), key dates (e.g., 1947, 1950).
- Reasoning: Learn alphabet positions (A=1, Z=26), practice shortcuts.
R – Revision Plan
- Daily: 10 GK facts, 15 Reasoning Qs.
- Weekly: Full subject recap (e.g., Polity + Coding).
S – Syllabus Highlights
- GK: History (Modern), Polity (Constitution), Science (Basics), Current Affairs.
- Reasoning: Verbal (coding, analogy), Non-Verbal (series, patterns).
T – Table of Weightage (Expected)
| Section | Topic | Qs (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
| GK | Polity | 5-7 |
| Current Affairs | 6-8 | |
| History | 4-6 | |
| Science | 3-5 | |
| Reasoning | Coding-Decoding | 4-5 |
| Series | 4-5 | |
| Puzzles | 3-5 | |
| Analogy | 3-4 |
U – Updates for 2025
- GK: Focus on Budget 2025-26 (February 2025), ISRO missions (e.g., Gaganyaan).
- Reasoning: Increased weight on puzzles (per 2024 trends).
V – Variety of Questions
- GK: Factual (e.g., “Who built Taj Mahal?”), Current (e.g., “2024 Nobel Prize”).
- Reasoning: Logical (e.g., blood relations), Pattern-based (e.g., series).
W – Weak Areas
- GK: Science (e.g., Chemistry), minor historical events.
- Reasoning: Complex puzzles, non-verbal reasoning.
X – X-Factor
- GK: Linking static with current (e.g., Polity with Budget).
- Reasoning: Speed in coding and series (saves 5-7 minutes).
Y – Yearly Trends
- 2024: GK heavy on Polity (7 Qs), Reasoning on coding (6 Qs).
- 2025 Expectation: Similar, with more 2024-25 current affairs.
Z – Zero Stress Tips
- Practice 50 MCQs/week per section.
- Use apps (Oliveboard, Adda247) for free sets.
- Rest well before mocks/exam.
Notes
- Expected MCQs: The sample set reflects 2024 trends and anticipated 2025 focus (e.g., Budget 2025, reasoning patterns). For more, solve SSC CHSL 2020-24 papers.
- Preparation: Start now (March 19, 2025) with 500-700 Qs by July 2025.
- Sources: Official updates from ssc.gov.in (notification May 27, 2025); practice via Testbook, Careerpower.
This guide ensures a structured approach to ace GK and Reasoning in SSC CHSL 2025. Let me know if you need more MCQs or topic-specific help!