| Exam Stage | Correct Answer | Incorrect (Penalty) |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (All Sections) | +2 Marks | -0.50 Marks |
| Tier 2 (Paper 1) | +3 Marks | -1.00 Mark |
| Tier 2 (Paper 2 - JSO) | +2 Marks | -0.50 Marks |
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Appeared in SSC CGL and want to know where you stand? This free SSC CGL Marks Calculator gives you your exact score in seconds.
Manual calculation is messy. Negative marking in SSC CGL isn't straightforward, especially if you appeared for Tier 2 or applied for the JSO post. One wrong formula and your entire estimate is off.
Enter your attempts, get your score. No guesswork. No errors.
How This Score Calculator for SSC CGL Works
The tool follows the exact marking formula set by the Staff Selection Commission. Nothing custom. Nothing estimated.
For Tier 1 — the exam has 100 questions across four sections. Max score is 200.
- Every correct answer: +2 marks
- Every wrong answer: -0.50 marks
- Unattempted: no penalty
Quick Example: You attempted 80 questions. 65 correct, 15 wrong. (65 × 2) - (15 × 0.50) = 130 - 7.5 = 122.5 out of 200
For Tier 2 — scoring is stricter. Paper 1 is compulsory for all posts.
- Every correct answer: +3 marks
- Every wrong answer: -1 mark
Quick Example: You attempted 110 questions out of 130. 90 correct, 20 wrong. (90 × 3) - (20 × 1) = 270 - 20 = 250 out of 390
That 1-mark penalty adds up fast. A rough Tier 2 attempt can erase a lot of good work.
Supports JSO and Standard Posts
This SSC CGL Mains Marks Calculator handles all post types through a simple dropdown.
For Standard Posts — only Paper 1 score counts toward your merit rank.
Applying for JSO (Junior Statistical Officer)? Paper 2 (Statistics) is added automatically — 100 questions, +2 marks per correct answer, -0.50 per wrong answer.
The Computer Knowledge Test score is calculated and shown separately. It is qualifying only — it does not affect your merit rank.
How to Use the CGL Marks Calculator
- Select Tier 1 or Tier 2
- Pick your target post from the dropdown (Tier 2 only)
- Enter correct and incorrect attempts — section-wise or combined
- Click Calculate Final Marks
Your score appears instantly with a full positive/negative marks breakdown.
FAQs
Q1. How is the SSC CGL Tier 1 score calculated?
Each correct answer earns +2 marks. Each wrong answer deducts 0.50 marks. Unattempted questions carry zero penalty. The total is out of 200. This calculator applies that formula automatically as per the official SSC exam pattern.
Q2. What is the negative marking in SSC CGL Tier 2?
Paper 1 deducts 1 full mark per wrong answer — the harshest penalty in the entire exam. For JSO candidates, Paper 2 (Statistics) follows a softer -0.50 rule. This SSC CGL Tier 2 marks calculator handles both correctly.
Q3. What is a good score in SSC CGL Tier 1?
Historically, scores above 160 out of 200 are considered competitive for Group B posts. For Group C posts, 140+ is generally a safe zone. For reserved categories — OBC, SC, ST — cut-offs are notably lower and vary by year. Always check the official SSC cut-off notice for exact category-wise figures.
Q4. Can JSO candidates calculate their Paper 2 score separately?
Yes. Select JSO from the post type dropdown inside the tool. The Paper 2 Statistics section appears automatically. The SSC CGL Mains Score Calculator applies the correct +2/-0.50 formula for that paper separately from Paper 1.
Q5. Is the Computer Knowledge Test score counted in the merit list?
No. It is purely qualifying. You need to clear it, but it does not add to your final merit score. This CGL marks calculator shows it as a separate result so you can track both.
Q6. How do I calculate my SSC CGL score after the answer key is released?
Download the official answer key from ssc.gov.in. Count your correct and incorrect attempts for each section. Then enter those numbers into this SSC CGL marks calculator — it applies the exact negative marking formula and gives your final estimated score within seconds.
Conclusion
Your score determines everything — which post you get, which city you're posted in, whether this attempt is enough or you need to sit again.
Don't rely on rough estimates. Use this SSC CGL score calculator right after the answer key is released. Know your number. Plan your next move.