SSC CGL 2025 180-Day Study Plan | Subject-wise Prelims Strategy for 170+ Score
Get exam-ready with this complete 180-day study plan for SSC CGL 2025 Prelims. Covering Maths, Reasoning, English, and GK with daily targets, phase-wise strategy, and mock test routines – this guide from Rosemary Institute is tailored to help you hit the 170+ mark. Includes expert tips, revision cycles, and weekly goals for a disciplined, result-driven preparation journey.
Mathematics (Quantitative Aptitude) (50 Marks)
Important Topics:
- Arithmetic (Profit-Loss, SI-CI, Ratio, Partnership, Time-Work)
- Algebra
- Geometry + Mensuration 2D-3D
- Trigonometry + Heights & Distances
- Data Interpretation
- Number System, Simplifications, Series
180-Day Strategy:
Phase 1 (Days 1–60):
- NCERT Class 6–10 Basics (concept clearing)
- Topic-wise practice (5 topics per week)
- Start short tricks alongside formulas.
Phase 2 (Days 61–120):
- Advance Practice + PYQs solving
- 2 Full-Length Math Mock Tests per week
- Time-bound sectional tests
Phase 3 (Days 121–180):
- Full Prelims Mocks (alternate days)
- Focus on Speed + Accuracy
- Revise weak topics
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Reasoning Ability (50 Marks)
Important Topics:
- Syllogisms
- Blood Relation
- Direction Sense
- Puzzles (Linear, Circular)
- Coding-Decoding
- Venn Diagram
- Series (Alphabetic, Number, Mixed)
- Analogy, Odd One Out
180-Day Strategy:
Phase 1 (Days 1–60):
- Learn all basic concepts
- Solve topic-wise practice sets
- 30 questions daily from Reasoning
Phase 2 (Days 61–120):
- Practice higher difficulty puzzles
- PYQ Analysis (2015–2024)
- Weekly Reasoning Mini Mocks
Phase 3 (Days 121–180):
- Daily 1 Full-Length Reasoning Test
- Focus on puzzles + seating arrangements
- Build speed for 50 questions in 30 mins
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English Language (50 Marks)
Important Topics:
- Grammar (Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement)
- Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms, Phrases)
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Para Jumbles
180-Day Strategy:
Phase 1 (Days 1–60):
- Revise Grammar Rules (Wren & Martin basics)
- Vocabulary Building (15–20 new words/day)
- Daily 1 small comprehension passage
Phase 2 (Days 61–120):
- Practice PYQs + 20 MCQs daily
- Cloze tests, para jumbles practice every week
- Weekly Vocabulary tests
Phase 3 (Days 121–180):
- English Mocks twice a week
- Revise error log (mistakes notebook)
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General Awareness (50 Marks)
Important Topics:
- Static GK (History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science)
- Current Affairs (Last 12 months)
- Important Government Schemes
- Awards, Books, Sports
- Defence and International News
180-Day Strategy:
Phase 1 (Days 1–60):
- Static GK Basics (Lucent’s GK Book)
- Current Affairs daily (via monthly compilations)
Phase 2 (Days 61–120):
- Focus on Polity + History + Economy
- Revise Static + Current Affairs (again)
Phase 3 (Days 121–180):
- Full GK Mock every 3rd day
- Revise Facts, Dates, Important Personalities
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Ideal Daily Routine:
Time Slot | Task |
6:00 AM – 7:00 AM | Current Affairs + Vocabulary |
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Quantitative Aptitude Practice |
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Reasoning + Mock Test |
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | English Grammar + RCs |
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM | GK + Static Revision |
Weekly Goals:
- 5 Maths Topics
- 3 Reasoning Topics
- 50 New Vocabulary Words
- 2 Static GK Topics
- 2 Full-Length Mocks
Final Key Tips:
- PYQs = Bible. Solve them thoroughly.
- Mock Tests = Minimum 40 Full Prelims Mocks in 180 Days.
- Mistake Analysis = Mandatory after every mock.
- Revision Cycles = Revise everything after every 30 days.
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