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📋 Exam Syllabus
(a). Preliminary Written Examination
Arithmetic - 10th Standard
Data Interpretation (Chart, Graph, Table, Date Sufficiency etc.) - 10th Standard
Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability, General Mental Ability.
Current Events of National and International Importance.
Computer/ Internet Awareness.
(b). Main Written Examination
Paper-I: Language (Odia & English)
Odia Language Comprehension - 10th Standard.
English Language Comprehension - Plus Two Standard.
Precis Writing (Odia as well as English).
Usage and Vocabulary (Odia as well as English).
Translation from English to Odia and vice-versa.
Paper-II:
General Studies. (Indian Constitution, Indian Economy, Odisha economy & Budget, Indian and World Geography, History of India, History of Odisha, Art & culture with special reference to Odisha, General issues of Environment & Climate change- Plus Two Standard).
(c). Computer Skill Test
Computer Fundamentals
MS Windows
Office Software
Word Processing(MS Word)
Spread Sheet (MS Excel)
Presentation/ Slide ware(MS PowerPoint)
Database(MS Access)
Usage of the Internet, Services available on the Internet
Basic Networking Concepts, Communication Technology
(d). Mathematics
Arithmetics
Algebra
Statistics & Probability
Mensuration
All Secondary School Level
📖 Exam Preparation Notes
1 Syllabus and Exam Pattern:
Review the official notification and syllabus provided by OSSC for the Combined Post Graduate Level Exam. This will give you a clear understanding of the topics and subjects to cover.
2 General Studies:
General Knowledge and Current Affairs: Books like Manorama Yearbook or Lucent's General Knowledge.
Indian History, Geography, Polity, and Economy: NCERT textbooks of classes 6 to 12.
Current Affairs: Regularly read newspapers like The Hindu, Indian Express, or Times of India, and follow online news portals.
3 Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning:
Books by R.S. Aggarwal or Arun Sharma for quantitative aptitude.
R.S. Aggarwal's books for reasoning.
4 English Language and Comprehension:
Books like "Objective General English" by S.P. Bakshi or Wren & Martin for grammar and comprehension.
5 Odisha Specific Knowledge:
Study materials focused on Odisha's history, culture, language, and current affairs may be helpful.
6 Previous Year Question Papers:
Solve previous years' question papers to understand the exam pattern and the type of questions asked.
7 Online Resources and Websites:
Websites like IndiaBIX, Examrace, Gradeup, and Testbook offer mock tests, practice questions, and study materials specifically designed for various competitive exams.
8 Official Website and Notifications:
Regularly check the OSSC official website or relevant government job portals for updates, notifications, and detailed information about the application process, syllabus, and exam pattern for the Combined Post Graduate Level Exam.
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