SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 Question Paper 13 September Shift 2 with Answers

Q1.In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives. Architect : Design :: Chef : ?

• ACook
• BServe
• CRecipe
• DFood

Q2.In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives Utilitarianism : Consequence :: Deontology : ?

• AVirtue
• BDuty
• CIntention
• DValue

Q3.Select the letters from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. K, M, O, ? , S, U, ? , Y

• AQ, X
• BQ, W
• CP, W
• DR, W

Q4.Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. PQR, STU, VWX, ?

• AYZD
• BYVA
• CYZA
• DDFR

Q5.Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. YMW , VJT , SGQ , PDN, ?

• ATYD
• BHGF
• CMJH
• DMAK

Q6.Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series: RBEH, RGOW, RLYL, RQIA, ?

• ARVSP
• BRVSH
• CRVHS
• DRSVP

Q7.Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series: C D E F, C K S A, C R G V, C Y U Q, ?

• AC E H K
• BC F H K
• CC F H L
• DC F I L

Q8.Complete the pattern: 120, 96, 76.8, 61.44, ?

• A60.27
• B78.91
• C47.89
• D49.152

Q9.Each of the letters in the word CONTRAST is arranged in alphabetical order. How many letters are there in the English alphabetical series between the letter that is first from the left and the one that is fifth from the right in the new letter-cluster formed?

• A10
• B13
• C15
• D11

Q10.Which of the following addresses are identical to each other: 1. S. Iyer 17-D, Coral Residency, Thiruvananthapuram , 695014 2. S. Iyer 17-D, Coral Residency, Thiruvananthapuram , 695014 3. S. Iyer 17-D Coral Residency, Thiruvananthapuram , 695014 4. S. Iyer 17-D Coral Residency, Thiruvananthapuram , 695013

• A1 and 2
• B1 and 3
• C2 and 4
• D3 and 4

Q11.Which of the following is/are identical to the address given: Sunil Kumar 21/4, Ashok Vihar, Delhi, 110052 1. Sunil Kumar 21/4, Ashok Vihar, Delhi, 1100522 2. Sunil Kumar 21/4, Ashok Vihar, Delhi, 110052 3. Sunil Kumar 21/4, Ashok Vihar, New Delhi, 110052 4. Sunil Kumar 21/4, Ashok Vihar, Delhi, 110053

• A1 Only
• B3 Only
• C2 Only
• D4 Only

Q12.Find the best option that best completes the analogy. CAB : EDF :: GIH : ?

• AJKL
• BKJI
• CILL
• DJLI

Q13.Find the option that best completes the analogy. DP : XZ :: EN : ?

• AYZ
• BYB
• CZB
• DYX

Q14.Ten persons are sitting in two parallel rows containing five persons each, such that there is an equal distance between adjacent persons. Line 1: Five men (A-E) are seated and all of them are facing South. Line 2: Five women (M-Q) are seated and all of them are facing North. Based on the arrangement, answer the question: D is opposite to M. M is at one of the extreme ends of Line 2. O is at the center position of Line 2. Who is second to the right of M in Line 2 (facing North)?

• AO
• BM
• CA
• DN

Q15.In each of the following questions, a specific rearrangement pattern is applied to the first word to form the second. Identify the same pattern and apply it to the third word to determine the correct answer from the given alternatives. AROUND : RAUODN :: GROUND : ?

• ARGUODN
• BNDOOGR
• COUNDGR
• DDNUURG

Q16.In each of the following questions, the second group of letters is formed from the first using a specific alphabetical transformation. Apply the same pattern to the third group and find the correct option that completes the analogy. QDXM : SFYN :: UIOZ : ?

• APAQM
• BLPWA
• CQNLA
• DWKPA

Q17.Choose the odd one:

• A2, 4, 8
• B3, 9, 27
• C5, 25, 125
• D4, 16, 36

Q18.In each of the following questions, a group of three numbers/symbols is given in each option. Identify the group that does NOT follow the same pattern as the others.

• AM13 : J10 : G7
• BZ26 : W23 : T20
• CD4 : A1 : X24
• DH8 : E6 : B4

Q19.In each of the following questions, a group of three numbers/symbols is given in each option. Identify the group that does NOT follow the same pattern as the others.

• AZ1＄ : Y2# : X3@
• BW4% : V5^ : U6&
• CT7* : S8( : R9]
• DQ10＄ : P11＄ : O12＄

Q20.B is the daughter of A. C is the husband of B. D is the son of C. How is A related to D?

• AFather
• BGrandfather
• CGrandmother
• DCannot be determined

Q21.If 'X' means '+', 'Y' means '−', 'Z' means '×', and 'W' means '÷' what is the value of the following expression? 15 W 3 X 2 Y 4=?

• A1
• B3
• C5
• D7

Q22.A’s father’s wife’s only daughter is B. How is A related to B?

• ANephew
• BCousin
• CSibling
• DUncle

Q23.Introducing a boy, a girl says, “He is the son of my mother’s only son.” Who is the boy to the girl?

• ABrother
• BSon
• CNephew
• DCousin

Q24.A is the wife of B. B is the brother of C. C is the father of D. How is A related to D?

• AAunt
• BMother
• CSister-in-law
• DGrandmother

Q25.If '+' means '−', '−' means '+', '×' means '÷', then 50 + 10 − 5 × 5 = ?

• A41
• B60
• C65
• D70

Q26.Arrange the following sites in chronological order based on the stylistic development of Buddhist sculpture: a) Mathura b) Bharhut c) Sanchi Stupa–1

• Ab-c-a
• Bc-a-b
• Cc-b-a
• Da-c-b

Q27.Which of the following statements about the Chithirai Festival of Madurai is correct?

• AThe Chithirai Festival is celebrated in the tamil month of Margazhi
• BLord Kallazhagar arrives on a golden horse
• CThe festival is held exclusively in December
• DThe festival ends with a game of bullfight

Q28.What is the term for a structured musical composition in Hindustani classical music?

• AKriti
• BBandish
• CGamaka
• DRasa

Q29.Consider the following statements regarding belt ranks and competition area in Judo: 1) A red-and-white belt is associated with judokas from Sixth dan to Eighth dan levels. 2) A shared safety zone of at least 1 meter must be maintained between adjoining competition areas. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• AOnly 1 is Correct
• BOnly 2 is Correct
• C1 and 2 both are correct
• DNeither 1 nor 2 is Correct

Q30.Who broke the 30-year-old Asian Games men’s 5,000m meet record in National Open Athletics Championships 2024?

• ABahadur Singh
• BGulveer Singh
• CNeeraj Chopra
• DHima Das

Q31.Consider the following statements regarding BRICS Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) cooperation: 1) It is based on mutual benefit and public-good-driven innovation. 2) It is governed only through annual Heads of State Summits. Which of the statements is/are correct?

• AOnly 1 is correct
• BOnly 2 is correct
• CBoth 1 and 2 are correct
• DNeither 1 nor 2 is correct

Q32.Fill in the blank: The inaugural Khelo India Para Games took place in _____, showcasing seven sporting disciplines across three venues in New Delhi.

• AMarch 2024
• BJanuary 2023
• CDecember 2023
• DMarch 2025

Q33.Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options: Assertion (A): Last Man in Tower explores the moral and ethical conflicts faced by residents during rapid urban development and real estate pressures in Mumbai. Reason (R): The novel focuses on the historical evolution of Mumbai’s architecture and its colonial past.

• ABoth A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
• BBoth A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• CA is true, but R is false.
• DA is false, but R is true.

Q34.Choose the correctly matched cave feature and its formation:

• AStalactite – Grows upward from cave floor
• BStalagmite – Formed by dripping water from cave ceiling
• CPillar – Hangs from the cave roof
• DStalactite – Formed by upward mineral flow

Q35.What is the primary function of the NVS-02 satellite launched aboard GSLV-F15?

• AIt supports meteorological observations for cyclone prediction.
• BIt enables satellite-based television broadcasting.
• CIt boosts India's navigation system by offering precise position and timing data.
• DIt conducts deep-space communication with planetary probes.

Q36.Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are given below. Choose the correct option: Assertion (A): Population growth can be measured in absolute numbers and percentage change per year. Reason (R): Measuring growth only in absolute numbers provides detailed insights into population trends over time.

• ABoth A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
• BBoth A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
• CA is true, but R is false
• DA is false, but R is true

Q37.Read the following statements regarding K. Sanjay Murthy's recent appointment as Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India: 1. He took office as the CAG in November 2024 after the term of Girish Chandra Murmu. 2. The CAG is a constitutional office, which is appointed by the President under Article 148 of the Indian Constitution. 3. The CAG's term is only five years and cannot be repeated. Which of the above is/are correct?

• A1 and 2 only
• B2 and 3 only
• C1 and 3 only
• D1, 2 and 3 all are correct

Q38.What is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus?

• AATP production
• BProtein modification
• CLipid synthesis
• DDNA replication

Q39.As per Article 279A of the Indian Constitution, the GST Council’s decisions require what kind of majority of the weighted votes of the members present and voting?

• ASimple majority
• BThree-fourths majority
• CTwo-thirds majority
• DHalf majority

Q40.Which of the following correctly reflects the legal implication of Article 255 regarding presidential or governor’s assent to bills?

• AState law is void without written Governor assent.
• BMention of assent is mandatory for validity.
• COmission of prior recommendation doesn't invalidate law if assent is given.
• DPresident’s assent must precede legislative passage to be valid.

Q41.When light enters from air into a medium, its speed changes. Which of the following properties of light remains constant during this transition?

• AWavelength
• BFrequency
• CSpeed
• DAmplitude

Q42.The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam(BSA) aims to align Indian evidence law with advancements in:

• AForensic science and digital technology
• BTraditional agricultural practices
• CAncient philosophical texts
• DOral storytelling traditions

Q43.Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options: Assertion (A): Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar is a civilian science award. Reason (R): It is conferred by Ministry of Culture.

• ABoth A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
• BBoth A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
• CA is true, but R is false
• DA is false, but R is true

Q44.The Global Gender Gap Report primarily measures disparities between genders in which key areas?

• APolitics, Economy, Health, Education
• BIncome, Wealth, Land, Technology
• CCrime, Law, Justice, Security
• DEnvironment, Climate, Water, Food

Q45.Thang-Ta is a traditional martial dance associated with which northeastern state of India?

• AAssam
• BNagaland
• CManipur
• DTripura

Q46.Which of the following industry pairs is correctly grouped as heavy industries?

• ASewing machines and Paint brushes
• BShipbuilding and Automobile
• CElectric bulbs and Fuse wires
• DWatches and Paint brushes

Q47.The President is elected by an electoral college, while the Governor is _____.

• ADirectly elected
• BAppointed by the President
• CNominated by Supreme Court
• DChosen by State Assembly

Q48.The Western Ghats are a recognized biodiversity hotspot. Which of the following is currently considered the most significant threat to its endemic species, beyond general habitat loss?

• AInfrastructure development projects (e.g., roads, dams, mining).
• BIntroduction of invasive alien species.
• CForest fires due to climate change.
• DHuman-wildlife conflict due to encroachment.

Q49.NISAR’s orbit regime is?

• AGTO
• BGEO
• CPolar sun-sync
• DLEEO

Q50.Consider the following statements: 1. The Governor can dissolve the State Legislative Assembly. 2. The President has no such power regarding the Lok Sabha. Which of the above is/are correct?

• AOnly 1
• BOnly 2
• CBoth 1 and 2
• DNeither 1 nor 2

Q51.What is the value of 4 + 44 + 444 + 4444 + 44444?

• A49380
• B42300
• C41300
• D45000

Q52.Simplify:(1 2/5 + 2.6) − 1 3/4

• A2.25
• B2.1
• C2.35
• D2.5

Q53.Evaluate the expression: 1/(3 − √8) − 1/(√8 − √7) + 1/(√7 − √6) − 1/(√6 − √5) + 1/(√5 − 2) = ?

• A5
• B3
• C2
• D0

Q54.Determine the ratio of the number of students who play Football to the number of students who play Basketball in a survey of 120 students from the following table: Category | Number Play Football and Basketball | 25 Play Football but not Basketball | 45 Play Basketball but not Football | 35 Play neither sport | 15

• A6:7
• B7:5
• C7:6
• D5:7

Q55.Tina and Meera started a business with ₹1,00,000 and ₹80,000 respectively. After 6 months, Meera added ₹40,000 more. Tina withdrew ₹20,000 at the same time. What is the profit-sharing ratio at the end of 1 year?

• A9:10
• B5:6
• C7:4
• D2:3

Q56.A invests ₹20,000, while B invests ₹30,000. A receives an additional 20% for management. The total profit is ₹60,000. What is A's share?

• A₹51,200
• B₹41,200
• C₹31,200
• D₹21,200

Q57.A batsman's average score for a certain number of innings is 44. If he scores 132 runs in the next innings, his average becomes 48. How many innings did he play earlier?

• A21
• B22
• C23
• D24

Q58.The average of 13 numbers is 70. The average of the first five numbers is 60. The average of the next five numbers is 25 % higher than the average of the first five numbers. The 11th number is 6 less than the 13th number, and the 12th number is 4 greater than the 13th number. What is the average of the 11th and 12th numbers?

• A78
• B77
• C76
• D74

Q59.In an election, 80% of eligible voters cast their votes. Of these votes, 5% were declared invalid. If a winning candidate received 11,400 votes, which accounted for 60% of the total valid votes, what was the total number of eligible voters enrolled in that election?

• A20,000
• B22,500
• C25,000
• D27,500

Q60.The compound interest on a sum at 18 % p.a. for 1 ½ years, compounded yearly, is ₹2 862. Find the principal.

• A₹10,000
• B₹8 000
• C₹2,000
• D₹4,000

Q61.If the compound interest on a certain sum at 16⅔% per annum for 3 years is ₹1270, find the simple interest on the same sum at the same rate and for the same period.

• A₹1080
• B₹1000
• C₹1500
• D₹2000

Q62.A tea seller bought 15 kg of Darjeeling tea at ₹300 per kg and 25 kg of Assam tea at ₹240 per kg. He mixed them together. Due to a slight drop in market prices, he had to sell the entire mixture at ₹260 per kg. Calculate his total profit or loss.

• ALoss of ₹100
• BProfit of ₹100
• CProfit of ₹200
• DProfit of ₹200 (repeated on the official sheet)

Q63.An antique dealer sold three items, A, B, and C, with their selling prices in the ratio 4:5:6. He suffered a loss of 10% on item A, made a profit of 50% on item B, and broke even (no profit, no loss) on item C. What was his approximate percentage gain or loss in the overall deal?

• Aloss of 8.88%
• Bprofit of 8.88%
• Cprofit of 10.88%
• Dloss of 10.88%

Q64.A 75-liter mixture contains milk and water in the ratio 3:2. If 15 liters of this mixture are removed and replaced with 10 liters of pure milk, what is the new ratio of milk to water in the mixture?

• A11:7
• B23:12
• C17:11
• D19:12

Q65.A wholesaler buys a batch of ceiling fans at a 50% markup over the factory's base cost ₹C. He then allows a 20% trade discount to the retailer. The retailer applies a 40% markup on his cost and offers a flat 10% discount to customers on the printed price. If a customer finally pays ₹18,144, what is the original base cost (₹C) of one ceiling fan from the factory?

• A₹12,000
• B₹11,500
• C₹10,800
• D₹10,000

Q66.A can lay railway track between two specified stations in 16 days, while B can complete the same task in 12 days. When C assists them, they manage to finish the job in just 4 days. How long would it take for C to complete the job on their own?

• A8 1/2 days
• B9 1/2 days
• C9 3/5 days
• D10 days

Q67.Three varieties of rice costing ₹40/kg, ₹50/kg, and a third unknown price are mixed in the ratio 2:3:5. If the resulting mixture is sold at ₹55/kg, making a profit of 10% on the cost price, what is the price of the third variety of rice per kg?

• A₹52.50
• B₹57.50
• C₹54.00
• D₹62.50

Q68.A can build up a wall in 8 days while B can break it in 3 days. A has worked for 4 days and then B joined to work with A for another 2 days only. In how many days will A alone build up the remaining part of the wall?

• A7 1/3 days
• B8 2/5 days
• C9 1/5 days
• D5 1/2 days

Q69.An airplane travels a specific distance at a speed of 240 km/h over the course of 5 hours. To cover the same distance in just 1 hour, it needs to fly at a speed of:

• A1200 km/h
• B1500 km/h
• C1400 km/h
• D1600 km/h

Q70.A person travels from city A to city B. If he travels at a speed of 50 km/h, he arrives 1 hour early. If he travels at a speed of 30 km/h, he arrives 1 hour late. What is the distance (in km) between city A and city B?

• A150 km
• B120 km
• C200 km
• D180 km

Q71.A ring-shaped metallic sheet has outer and inner radii 10 cm and 6 cm. What percentage of the full circle's area is the ring?

• A36%
• B48%
• C64%
• D76%

Q72.A circular pond is surrounded by a path 2 m wide. If the total area (pond + path) is 616 m² and the pond area is 452.16 m², what is the radius of the pond?

• A10 m
• B11 m
• C12 m
• D13 m

Q73.The ratio of the circumferences of two circular flower beds is 3:5. If the smaller flower bed has a radius of 9 m, what is the radius of the larger flower bed?

• A15 m
• B17 m
• C19 m
• D21m

Q74.What is the equation of line through (0,3) with slope −1?

• Ay = −x + 3
• By = x − 3
• Cy = −x − 3
• Dy = x + 3

Q75.Given, x + 1/x = 5, then determine the value of x² + 1/x².

• A25
• B24
• C26
• D23

Q76.Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: BIBLIOPHILE

• APublisher
• BBookkeeper
• CLibrarian
• DBook-lover

Q77.Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Has two strings to his bow

• AHe is indecisive in crucial matters.
• BHe has two romantic interests simultaneously.
• CHe has an additional skill or option to rely on.
• DHe uses deception to achieve goals.

Q78.Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Lachrymose

• ATearful
• BMournful
• CWeepy
• DJovial

Q79.Identify the misspelt word

• AAcquiescence
• BBourgeoisie
• CConsciencious
• DEpitome

Q80.Spot the correct spelling of an electron-transport protein.

• ACytocrome
• BCytocrhome
• CCytochrome
• DCytohrome

Q81.Choose the correct one-word substitute for: 'A state of temporary disuse or suspension'.

• AIntermission
• BRecess
• CAbeyance
• DDormancy

Q82.Select the correct option: The analyst found the correlation to be ___ marginal to influence policy.

• Atoo
• Bvery
• Cso
• Das

Q83.Select the correct option: Her argument was compelling; ___, it was based on outdated data.

• Aotherwise
• Bconversely
• Cnevertheless
• Dsubsequently

Q84.Select the correct option: Had it not been for her timely intervention, the discussion might well have ___ into an acrimonious stalemate.

• Aevolved
• Bdevolved
• Cemerged
• Dabsorbed

Q85.Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: The regulator's decision to postpone the implementation (1)/ was attributed partly to industry pressure (2)/ and partly due to legal ambiguity (3)/ surrounding the recent amendments. (4)

• A(1)
• B(2)
• C(3)
• D(4)

Q86.Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: That there exists no recourse for citizens (1)/ if environmental violations are condoned at the ministerial level (2)/ underline a systemic erosion of (3)/ constitutional accountability. (4)

• A(1)
• B(2)
• C(3)
• D(4)

Q87.Change the following from active to passive: We shall have dispatched the invitations before Friday evening.

• AThe invitations shall have dispatched before Friday evening.
• BThe invitations shall have had been dispatched before Friday evening.
• CThe invitations shall have be dispatched before Friday evening.
• DThe invitations shall have been dispatched before Friday evening.

Q88.Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word: The medieval ‘oriel’ window projected elegantly from the chapel wall. (Highlighted word shown in quotes.)

• AThe priest admired the sunlight filtering through the oriel.
• BThe duke stood by the oriel gazing at the courtyard.
• CThe technician adjusted the frequency on the oriel.
• DThe stained-glass oriel was restored by artisans.

Q89.Convert the sentence provided below from its passive voice structure to an active voice structure: The photos will be printed by the studio within an hour.

• AThe studio prints the photos within an hour.
• BThe studio will print the photos within an hour.
• CThe photos printed by the studio soon.
• DThe studio had printed the photos in an hour.

Q90.According to the passage, which quality is most crucial for entrepreneurs?

• AObedience
• BResilience
• CDelegation
• DConformity

Q91.Why is employment often psychologically comforting, as per the passage?

• AIt allows for flexible innovation
• BIt eliminates the need for competition
• CIt provides hierarchy and reduced risk
• DIt ensures rapid promotions

Q92.How does the passage describe societal views toward entrepreneurship?

• AAlways supportive
• BUnanimously dismissive
• COverwhelmingly negative
• DSkeptical until proven successful

Q93.What is implied by “absence of assured income” in the context of entrepreneurship?

• AEntrepreneurs always work voluntarily
• BNo fixed salary or stable cash flow
• CProfits are guaranteed from start
• DIncome is controlled by the government

Q94.What does the word “dichotomy” in the passage most nearly mean?

• AA shared understanding
• BA mutual advantage
• CA clear division between two contrasting things
• DA repeated pattern

Q95.Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence: He is looking forward ‘to meet you soon’. (Highlighted part shown in quotes.)

• Ato meeting you soon
• Bfor meeting you
• Cmeeting you
• Dto have met you

Q96.Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence: The judge declared the prisoner ‘as guilty’. (Highlighted part shown in quotes.)

• Aguilty for
• Bguilty
• Cas being guilty
• Dguilty to crime

Q97.A sentence is provided in direct speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding indirect speech. Ravi said, “I like this pen.”

• ARavi said he liked that pen.
• BRavi said he like that pen.
• CRavi said he liked this pen.
• DRavi said he likes that pen.

Q98.A sentence is provided in indirect speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding direct speech. The judge said that justice must be served at any cost.

• A“Justice should be served at any cost,” said the judge.
• B“Justice must be served at any cost,” the judge said.
• C“We serve justice at any cost,” said the judge.
• D“One must serve justice,” the judge said.

Q99.Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph: 1. The rapid spread of misinformation and disinformation on social media platforms represents a major challenge to public discourse. 2. This method involves a systematic verification of facts, claims, and sources to provide a credible assessment of accuracy. 3. This phenomenon can erode public trust in news sources and undermine informed decision-making in a democratic society. 4. As a result, professional fact-checking organizations have emerged as a critical line of defense against the proliferation of false narratives.

• A2, 1, 4, 3
• B3, 1, 2, 4
• C1, 3, 4, 2
• D1, 4, 2, 3

Q100.Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph: 1. It is a process that involves the systematic and objective investigation of a subject to discover new facts or to confirm existing ones. 2. Research is a foundational pillar of academic and scientific progress. 3. This can be either theoretical, aiming to expand knowledge, or applied, seeking to solve a practical problem. 4. The findings of this investigation are then documented and peer-reviewed to ensure validity and credibility.

• A2, 1, 3, 4
• B1, 2, 4, 3
• C4, 3, 2, 1
• D3, 4, 1, 2