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Tier I — Computer Based Examination

A 60-minute objective test with 100 questions across four sections. Marks from Tier I are used for Tier II shortlisting and also contribute to the final merit list for some posts.

Scores used for Tier II shortlisting; also contribute to final merit for some posts
Combined Paper (All Sections)200 marks · 60 minutes
0.5 marks per wrong answer penalty

Tier II — Computer Based Examination

Three compulsory papers: Paper I (Mathematical Abilities + Reasoning & General Intelligence), Paper II (English Language and Comprehension), and Paper III (General Studies — Finance & Economics). Paper III is only for certain posts.

Paper I — Mathematical Abilities & Reasoning390 marks · 3 hours
1 mark per wrong answer in Maths section; 0.5 marks in Reasoning section penalty
Paper II — English Language and Comprehension200 marks · 2 hours
0.25 marks per wrong answer penalty

Last updated: 2026-03-06