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Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 1
- Questions
- 25 Qs
- Duration
- 25 min
- Marking
- +2 / −0.5
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SSC CGL 2026 · Tier-1 · English
SSC CGL 2026: New Exam Pattern & Free AI Mock Tests
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- Built on the latest SSC CGL pattern
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The series at a glance
20 tests live · new weeklyNew tests every week
20 full-length tests, released weekly — each mixes all 10 topics in the same proportions. Test 1 is free; the rest unlock with one free sign-in.
Vocabulary — SSC CGL 2026 English mock tests
- SSC CGL English – Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 1
- SSC CGL English – Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 2
- SSC CGL English – Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 3
- SSC CGL English – Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 4
- SSC CGL English – Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 5
- SSC CGL English – Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 6
- SSC CGL English – Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 7
- SSC CGL English – Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 8
- SSC CGL English – Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 9
- SSC CGL English – Idioms, One-Word & Vocab Test 10
Grammar — SSC CGL 2026 English mock tests
- SSC CGL English – Grammar Test 1
- SSC CGL English – Grammar Test 2
- SSC CGL English – Grammar Test 3
- SSC CGL English – Grammar Test 4
- SSC CGL English – Grammar Test 5
- SSC CGL English – Grammar Test 6
- SSC CGL English – Grammar Test 7
- SSC CGL English – Grammar Test 8
- SSC CGL English – Grammar Test 9
- SSC CGL English – Grammar Test 10
Every English test mixes all 10 topics in the same proportions — here’s how many questions of each you practise across the series.
Idioms and Phrases
70 questions · 3 tests
Sentence Improvement
70 questions · 3 tests
Error Spotting
60 questions · 2 tests
One Word Substitution
60 questions · 2 tests
Voice (Active/Passive)
50 questions · 2 tests
Antonyms
40 questions · 2 tests
Fill in the Blank
40 questions · 2 tests
Spelling
40 questions · 2 tests
Synonyms
40 questions · 2 tests
Narration (Direct/Indirect)
30 questions · 1 test
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The series at a glance
20 tests live · new weeklyNew tests every week
20 full-length tests, released weekly — each mixes all 10 topics in the same proportions. Test 1 is free; the rest unlock with one free sign-in.
Arithmetic — SSC CGL 2026 Quantitative Aptitude mock tests
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic Test 1
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic Test 2
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic Test 3
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic Test 4
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic Test 5
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic Test 6
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic Test 7
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic Test 8
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic Test 9
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic Test 10
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic (All Topics) Test 1
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic (All Topics) Test 2
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic (All Topics) Test 3
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic (All Topics) Test 4
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic (All Topics) Test 5
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic (All Topics) Test 6
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic (All Topics) Test 7
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic (All Topics) Test 8
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic (All Topics) Test 9
- SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude – Arithmetic (All Topics) Test 10
Every Quantitative Aptitude test mixes all 10 topics in the same proportions — here’s how many questions of each you practise across the series.
Profit & Loss
120 questions · 4 tests
Time, Speed & Distance
120 questions · 4 tests
Percentage
110 questions · 3 tests
Ratio & Proportion
30 questions · 1 test
Time & Work
30 questions · 1 test
Average
20 questions · 1 test
Compound Interest
20 questions · 1 test
Mixture & Alligation
20 questions · 1 test
Partnership
20 questions · 1 test
Simple Interest
10 questions · 1 test
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These tests teach — they do not just score you
AI hint on every question
Stuck? A directional AI hint nudges your thinking during practice without revealing the answer.
Full AI explanation after submit
After you submit, every question opens into a full AI explanation — the concept, the answer and why the other options are wrong.
Root-word method for English
Tests are built around shared word roots, so mastering one root set helps you decode many unseen words on exam day.
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Save your scores across weeks, follow your weak topics, and see how you rank against everyone who has taken the test.
What is the SSC CGL 2026 Tier-1 exam pattern?
The big change for the 2026 cycle: Tier-1 runs as four LOCKED 15-minute sections — you can no longer move time between sections. The paper stays 100 questions for 200 marks in 60 minutes, four sections of 25 questions each, with English Comprehension worth 25 questions and 50 marks and marking of +2 for a correct answer and −0.5 for a wrong one. These practice tests cover that English Comprehension section. Note on timing: each practice test gives you 25 minutes as a comfortable learning pace, whereas the live exam locks each section to 15 minutes — treat the longer practice clock as room to learn, not the real exam limit.
- 4 × 15 min · locked
- Sectional timing (new for 2026)
- 100
- Total questions
- 200
- Total marks
- 60 min
- Duration
- 25 Q · 50 marks
- English section
- +2 / −0.5
- Marking
Key topics covered
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
- Idioms & Phrases
- One-word Substitution
- Spelling
- Sentence Improvement
- Reading Comprehension
About these tests & how to use them
How these tests were built
Each question in this series was drafted by an AI question-generation pipeline and then reviewed by a human before publication. The intent is to mirror the structure, difficulty and topic spread of the SSC CGL Tier-1 English section — not to reproduce any specific past-year question.
Explanations are AI-generated and shown after you submit a test. We label questions as AI-assisted so you can calibrate how much weight to put on each explanation. If you spot an error, tell us — we read every report.
How to use this series
- 1Start with the free Test 1 to get a feel for the question style and the timer.
- 2Take each test in one sitting with the clock running — treat the 25 minutes as focused practice time (the live exam is tighter).
- 3After submitting, read the AI explanation for every question you missed and note the topic.
- 4Come back each week as new tests are added, and re-attempt to see your accuracy move.
Frequently asked questions
Are these SSC CGL English mock tests free?
Test 1 is completely free and can be taken without an account. Tests 2 to 10 require a free MockTestZone account — there is no payment, no credit card and no paid tier. Creating an account also saves your scores and tracks your weak topics across attempts.
How many SSC CGL English tests are there?
There are 10 English tests available right now, with new tests added every week. Each test has 25 questions to be solved in 25 minutes.
Do these SSC CGL English tests teach, or just test me?
They teach. Every question has an AI hint while you practise and a full AI explanation after you submit, covering the concept and why each option is right or wrong. You leave each test understanding more, not just scored.
What is the root-word method in these English tests?
Tests are built around shared word roots. Learn one root — like "spec-/spect-" (to look) — and you can decode many unseen words that use it. Questions are ordered to reinforce roots, making SSC CGL vocabulary easier to reason through.
Do these tests follow the new / latest SSC CGL 2026 pattern?
Yes. They mirror the latest SSC CGL Tier-1 pattern: 100 questions, 200 marks, 60 minutes, four sections of 25 questions, with English worth 25 questions and 50 marks and marking of +2 correct / −0.5 wrong.
Are hints and explanations included on every question?
Yes. Every question has an AI hint available during practice and a full AI explanation after you submit. Hints guide your thinking without revealing the answer; explanations break down the concept and each option.
What is the marking scheme?
These tests follow the SSC CGL Tier-1 scheme: +2 for a correct answer, −0.5 for a wrong answer and 0 for an unattempted question. Each 25-question test is out of 50 marks.
What English topics do the tests cover?
The current tests focus on vocabulary and usage — synonyms, antonyms, idioms and phrases, one-word substitution and spelling. Reading comprehension and grammar are added as the series grows.
Are Aptitude and General Studies tests available?
English and Aptitude (Quantitative Aptitude / Maths) are both live now. General Studies and a full 4-section Complete Mock are coming soon. Create a free account to be ready when they launch.
How were the questions written?
Each question was drafted by an AI question-generation pipeline and reviewed by a human before publication. Explanations are AI-generated. We do not claim to reproduce any specific past-year question.
When is the SSC CGL 2026 exam?
The Staff Selection Commission announces SSC CGL Tier-1 dates in its official calendar at ssc.gov.in. These tests stay available year-round as Tier-1 English practice — check the official SSC website for the latest exam schedule.
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