Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips for SSC CGL Tier I & Tier II

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Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips for SSC CGL

Find Tips, Tricks & Strategies regarding Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips for SSC CGL Exam Tier I & Tier II. Get Topic wise preparation Tips with respect to difficulty level – Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips for SSC CGL

Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips for SSC CGL

Quantitative Aptitude is an important part of SSC CGL examination. This particular subject is covered in Tier I & Tier II of SSC CGL Examination process. As Quantitative Aptitude or Mathematics is a major aspect as far as preparation for SSC CGL is concerned, We have created this post to help you out with various Tips, Tricks & Strategies to have an upper hand while preparing for the Quantitative Aptitude section. We have also prepared a complete preparation strategy for all Tiers and all subjects, Read our post on SSC CGL Preparation Tips

SSC CGL Tier I & II will have questions from Quantitative Aptitude.
Various Topics such as SI/ CI, Percentage, Trigonometry, Geometry & Simplification are asked in both Tiers of SSC CGL.
This particular subject can fetch a lot of marks if the concepts are clear properly.
Refer NCERT Books from 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th standard.
Look for Previous Year Question Papers & Exam Analysis for reference.
In order to know the complete syllabus, Check our post on SSC CGL Syllabus 2019

Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips for SSC CGL Tier I & Tier II

SSC CGL Tier I examination Consists of 4 subjects for a total of 200 questions for 200 marks. Quantitative Aptitude consists of 50 questions for 50 Marks. There are various topics which are covered during the Quantitative Aptitude examination for SSC CGL Tier I.

In SSC CGL Tier II examination, Quantitative Aptitude carries 200 marks from 100 questions. It consists of similar topics as in Tier I examination.

Now, Let’s breakdown all the Quantitative Aptitude topics on the basis of their difficulty level

⇒Difficulty Level:- Easy

Start with the easiest topics as it will boost confidence.
Do not get stuck in one type of problem, look for new types and find quicker ways to solve the problem.
Make sure you know the pattern well. If not, Read our post on SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2019
Write down all the basic formulae and other important details related to these topics for convenience.
Well, practice is the key. Revise as much as you can to avoid any mistake.

Topics	No of Questions (Tier I)	No of Questions (Tier II)	Remark
Simplification	1-2 Qs	5-6 Qs	Learn fast calculation simplification techniques based in BODMAS, Fractions, Surds, and Indices etc.
Interest	1-2 Qs	5-6 Qs	Go through the theory of Interest and solve SI Problems on different rate of interest. Use tricks to reduce solving time.
Percentage	1 Qs	2-3 Qs	Practice calculating the percentage of a given number mentally without using pen & paper. This will improve your calculation speed
Average	1 Qs	4-5 Qs	Learn the basics and start solving questions on Average
Ratio & Proportion	1-2 Qs	2-3 Qs	Practice questions based on Ratio & Proportions and understand the pattern in which the questions are asked.
Problems on Ages	1 Qs	1-2 Qs	Start with solving the basic questions and then move to more complex problems.

⇒Difficulty Level:- Moderate

This part of quantitative aptitude is full of lengthy calculations. Try learning tricks in order to save time.
Formulae must be written down and one should always carry it unless he/she remembers all of it.
Data Interpretation can fetch you good marks. Try different types of Bar Graph, Pie Chart questions to make the most out of this section.

Topics	No. of Questions (Tier I)	No. of Questions (Tier II)	Remark
Speed Time and Distance	1-2 Qs	5-6 Qs	Solve and practice problems based on Average/ Relative speeds, Boats & Trains
Profit and Loss	2 Qs	4-6 Qs	Follow the basic concepts and solve the problem based on Dishonest/ Successive dealings, Partnership etc.
Number Series	1 Qs	2-3 Qs	Solve different types of problems from addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, square form etc. to understand the pattern well.
Number System	1 Qs	5-6 Qs	Practice problems based on LCM & HCF, Irrational or Rational Numbers
Mensuration	2-3 Qs	7-8 Qs	Remember the basic formulas of mensuration & solve problems on Square, Rectangle, Circle, Cone, cylinder by applying tricks to reduce time.
Data Interpretation	2-4 Qs	5 Qs	Solve and practice problems based on Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, Tables etc.

⇒Difficulty Level:- Difficult

Geometry has the maximum weight-age of all the topics mentioned here.
Generally, Geometry is a bit tricky but a regular revision can make you aware of the important details.
Practice all the trigonometric identities and solve as many questions as possible to understand the pattern of the different type of questions.

Topics	No. of Questions (Tier I)	No. of Questions (Tier II)	Remark
Time and Work	1-2 Qs	4-5 Qs	Learn Tricks for Time & work, pipes & cistern, work & efficiency and practice regularly on these topics.
Mixture Problems	0-1 Qs	3-4 Qs	Practice problems based on two or more entities/ mixtures.
Algebra	2-3 Qs	5-7 Qs	Solve Algebra problems by making Linear equations in one or two variables. Try to remember all the identities for fastening your speed
Geometry	3-4 Qs	8-10 Qs	Practice with problems related to Triangles congruency, similarity theorems, Circle chords & tangent theorems, Co-ordinate geometry etc. Remember all the theorem to speed up the process.
Trigonometry	2-3 Qs	4-6 Qs	Practice and remember all the Trigonometric identities & solve the questions.

Best Books – Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips for SSC CGL Tier I & Tier II

Finding the best book for any exam preparation can be a huge task. Well, we understand your needs and so have we brought for you a list of best books for SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude Preparation.

Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal
Quantitative Aptitude for CAT by Arun Sharma
Arihant Publications – Fast Track Objective Arithmetic
Quicker Maths by M Tyra (For beginners)
D. Sharma – Mathematics Class 11th and 12th
Fast Track by Rajesh Verma.

Question Paper Type – Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips for SSC CGL

Knowing the Question Paper Type makes things easier for the students as it gives an idea of its difficulty level. We have provided 10 questions with their answers below;

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Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips for SSC CGL Tier I & Tier II

Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips for SSC CGL