SSC CGL Exam Analysis 16 October 2026 — All Shifts
SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 · Updated 17 Oct, 12:40 am IST
The SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 exam held on 16 October 2026 has been analysed based on candidate feedback from all three shifts. The difficulty levels varied across shifts, with Shift 1 reported as Easy to Moderate and Shift 2 as Moderate to Difficult, while Shift 3 was also described as Easy to Moderate. These figures are unofficial and based on candidate-reported data. The Staff Subordinate Commission normalises scores across shifts to ensure fairness in evaluation. A detailed section-wise breakdown is provided below for reference.
Shift 1
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM IST
- Overall difficulty
- Easy to Moderate
- Reported attempts
- 75-80
- Sources
- 5 linked reviews
Shift 1 on 2026-10-16 was reported as Easy to Moderate by candidates. Most reports did not specify overall difficulty or good attempts, but one source gave 75-80 overall good attempts. Questions covered general awareness, reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and English. Several GA questions repeated across sources, including the Forest Man of India and 1991 economic reforms. Some sources included answer keys alongside the questions.
Read Shift 1 analysisShift 2
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM IST
- Overall difficulty
- Moderate to Difficult
- Reported attempts
- 65-73
- Sources
- 4 linked reviews
Shift 2 was reported as Moderate to Difficult overall, with candidates attempting 65-73 questions well. General Awareness and Quantitative Aptitude were the toughest sections, while Reasoning and English were comparatively easier. Most reports noted a focus on fixed topics in GA, with repeated questions on constitutional articles, economic reforms, and government schemes. Quantitative Aptitude posed timing challenges, especially in Data Interpretation and Trigonometry.
Read Shift 2 analysisShift 3
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM IST
- Overall difficulty
- Easy to Moderate
- Reported attempts
- Not reported
- Sources
- 4 linked reviews
Shift 3 was reported as easy to moderate overall. Candidates said the pattern matched previous years, except for sectional timing. Students who practiced previous years' papers were expected to perform well. No technical issues were reported; everything ran smoothly.
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FAQs
What was the overall difficulty level of SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 Shift 1 on 16 October 2026?
Shift 1 on 16 October 2026 was reported as Easy to Moderate by most candidates. The exam covered General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and English, with several General Awareness questions repeating across sources, including topics like the Forest Man of India and 1991 economic reforms.
How was the difficulty level and performance in SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 Shift 2 on 16 October 2026?
Shift 2 on 16 October 2026 was reported as Moderate to Difficult overall. General Awareness and Quantitative Aptitude were identified as the toughest sections, while Reasoning and English were comparatively easier. Candidates noted timing challenges, particularly in Data Interpretation and Trigonometry under Quantitative Aptitude.
What was the analysis for SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 Shift 3 on 16 October 2026?
Shift 3 on 16 October 2026 was reported as Easy to Moderate. The pattern was largely similar to previous years, except for changes in sectional timing. No technical issues were reported, and the exam proceeded smoothly. Good attempts for this shift are not reliably reported.
Were there any repeated questions in the General Awareness section of SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 on 16 October 2026?
Yes, several General Awareness questions were reported as repeated across sources in the 16 October 2026 exam. Common topics included the Forest Man of India, 1991 economic reforms, constitutional articles, and government schemes. Some sources also provided answer keys alongside the questions.
Does SSC normalise scores across shifts for SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 conducted on 16 October 2026?
Yes, the Staff Subordinate Commission normalises scores across all shifts of the SSC CGL 2026 Tier 1 exam, including those conducted on 16 October 2026. This ensures that variations in difficulty levels across shifts do not affect the fairness of the evaluation process.