What is the marking scheme for CGPSC prelims?

CGPSC awards +2 per correct answer and deducts 0.6667 per wrong answer in General Studies (100 questions, 200 marks).

Does CGPSC have negative marking?

Yes. CGPSC prelims has two 200-mark papers; the aptitude paper is qualifying. Negative marking is one-third per wrong answer.

CGPSC Marks Calculator

Estimate your CGPSC - SSE prelims score with the official marking scheme.

General Studies100 Q · 200 marks

+2 per correct · −0.6667 per wrong

CorrectWrong

100 unattempted · 0% accuracyScore: 0 / 200

Aptitude Test100 Q · 200 marks

Qualifying

+2 per correct · −0.6667 per wrong

CorrectWrong

100 unattempted · 0% accuracyScore: 0 / 200

CGPSC merit score

0 / 200

Counts non-qualifying papers only. Qualifying papers (e.g. CSAT) must be passed but don't add to the merit score.

This marking scheme is a best-effort reference. Confirm the latest pattern and negative-marking rule in the official CGPSC notification (official site).

FAQs

What is the marking scheme for CGPSC prelims?: CGPSC awards +2 per correct answer and deducts 0.6667 per wrong answer in General Studies (100 questions, 200 marks).
Does CGPSC have negative marking?: Yes. CGPSC prelims has two 200-mark papers; the aptitude paper is qualifying. Negative marking is one-third per wrong answer.