SSC CPO 2023: How to score 45+ in Quant

The official notification for the Staff Selection Commission Central Police Organization (SSC CPO) Exam 2023 has been released on 22 July 2023. If you’re aiming at the SSC CPO Exam, there’s no time to play with it anymore. Get down to the preparation and give it all.

An Overview of the SSC CPO 2023

SSC CPO 2023
OrganizationStaff Selection Commission
Exam NameSSC CPO 2023
Official websitewww.ssc.nic.in
Exam Date3-6 October
Mode of ExaminationOnline (Computer Based)
Registration ModeOnline
Registration Date22-Jul-2023 to 15-Aug-2023
Registration FeeINR 100/-
Selection ProcessPaper-I,
Physical Standard Test (PST)/Physical Endurance Test (PET),
Paper-II and Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
Education QualificationBachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
Age Limit20-25
There are age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/Widows & Divorced Women as per constitutional provision.
SalaryINR 35,400 per month

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How to apply for the SSC CPO

The registration process is going on. Thus, I am sharing a step-by-step procedure of applying for the exam.

  • Go to the SSC CPO website.
  • Click the “Apply” button
  • Select “CPO Recruitment 2023” or “SI Recruitment” link
  • Create a Registration ID and proceed to the application form.
  • Fill in the required details like Name, Mother’s Name, Father’s Name, Qualification, and Age.
  • Upload required documents.
  • Click Submit.

Scheme of the Examination

The examination will consist of:

  • Paper-I
  • Physical Standard Test (PST)/Physical Endurance Test (PET)
  • Paper-II and Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
  • All these stages of the examination are mandatory.

Details of these Papers/ Tests are as follows:

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Paper I

PartSubjectNumber of QuestionsMaximum Marks
IGeneral Intelligence and Reasoning5050
IIGeneral Knowledge and General Awareness5050
IIIQuantitative Aptitude5050
IVEnglish Comprehension5050

Note: The time duration is 2 hours.

Paper II

SubjectNumber of QuestionsMaximum MarksTime Duration
English language & Comprehension2002002 Hours
  • Understand Concepts, Not Just Formulas: Instead of memorizing formulas, focus on understanding the underlying concepts. When you comprehend the principles, you can apply them to a wider range of questions and adapt to different scenarios.
  • Practice Mental Calculations: Work on mental calculations to improve your speed. Practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division mentally to save time during exams.
  • Focus on Weak Areas: Identify your weak areas within quantitative aptitude and dedicate more time to mastering them. Give extra attention to challenging topics until you feel confident in solving related problems.
  • Group Study and Discussions: Collaborate with peers or join study groups to discuss problem-solving techniques. Group discussions can provide alternate approaches and insights that you may not have considered.
  • Learn from Mistakes: Whenever you make errors in practice or mock tests, review them thoroughly. Analyze your mistakes, understand why you went wrong, and ensure you don’t repeat the same mistakes in future practice sessions.
  • Use Online Resources and Apps: Explore various online resources, video tutorials, and mobile apps that focus on quantitative aptitude. These platforms often offer interactive quizzes and practice sets to help you improve.
  • Time-bound Practice Sessions: Set time limits for each practice session. Challenge yourself to complete a set number of questions within a specified time frame. Gradually decrease the time allotted to enhance your speed.
  • Confidence Building Exercises: Engage in confidence-building exercises like solving easier questions first to boost your morale. As you gain confidence, tackle more challenging problems.

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By incorporating these specific tips into your preparation routine, you can effectively strengthen your quantitative aptitude and enhance your performance in the SSC CPO Exam. Keep pegging away and give us a buzz for any help regarding the mock test. We will be happiest to help you. All the best!

Smita Ray

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