Exam Pattern :

• The examination consists of two papers: Paper-I and Paper-II.

• Paper-I is a computer based examination with 200 objective multiple choice questions. It has four sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge and General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Comprehension. Each section has 50 questions and 50 marks. The total duration of Paper-I is 2 hours.

• Paper-II is also a computer based examination with 200 objective multiple choice questions. It has only one section: English Language and Comprehension. The total duration of Paper-II is 2 hours.

• There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in both papers.

• The questions will be set in Hindi and English in Parts-I, II and III of Paper-I. The questions in Paper-II will be set in English only.

• The candidates who qualify in Paper-I will be eligible to appear in PST/PET and then in Paper-II. The final selection will be based on the performance of candidates in Paper-I and Paper-II and the preference of posts and forces exercised by them.

Exam Syllabus :

General Intelligence and Reasoning: This section tests your logical, analytical and problem-solving skills. The topics covered in this section are:

• Analogies

• Similarities and differences

• Spatial visualization

• Spatial orientation

• Visual memory

• Discrimination

• Observation

• Relationship concepts

• Arithmetical reasoning

• Verbal and figure classification

• Arithmetic number series

• Non-verbal series

• Coding and decoding

• Statement conclusion

• Syllogistic reasoning

General Knowledge and General Awareness: This section tests your general awareness and current affairs knowledge. The topics covered in this section are:

• History

• Geography

• Polity

• Economy

• Science and Technology

• Environment

• Culture

• Sports

• Awards and Honors

• Books and Authors

Quantitative Aptitude: This section tests your numerical and mathematical skills. The topics covered in this section are:

• Number systems

• Computation of whole numbers

• Decimals and fractions

• Relationship between numbers

• Fundamental arithmetical operations

• Percentages

•  Ratio and proportion

• Averages

• Interest

• Profit and loss

• Discount

•  Partnership business

• Mixture and allegation

• Time and distance

• Time and work

• Algebra

• Geometry

• Mensuration

• Trigonometry

English Comprehension: This section tests your ability to understand and use correct English language. The topics covered in this section are:

• Error Recognition

• Fill in the Blanks

• Vocabulary

• Spellings

• Grammar

• Sentence Structure

• Synonyms

• Antonyms

• Sentence Completion

• Idioms and Phrases

• Comprehension