Prepare for SSC, IBPS PO/Clerk, Railway RRB, and Police Constable exams with detailed syllabus, preparation strategies, study notes, mock tests, physical fitness tips, and expert guidance.
Staff Selection & Banking Exams are one of the most popular routes to secure government jobs in India.
These exams evaluate candidates on academic knowledge, reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English skills, general knowledge, and physical fitness (where applicable).
This guide covers:
SSC CGL
IBPS PO/Clerk
Railway RRB Exams
Police Constable Exams
It also includes syllabus, preparation strategies, notes, tutorials, mock tests, and physical fitness tips in detail.
Conducted by SSC
Graduate eligible, Age 18–32
Posts: Income Tax Inspector, Auditor, Assistant Section Officer
Tier I (Prelims): Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, General Awareness
Tier II (Mains): Maths, English, Statistics, General Studies
Tier III: Descriptive (Essay, Letter Writing)
Tier IV: Skill / Computer Test
NCERT books for Maths & Science
Lucent GK & Arihant Current Affairs
Mock tests & previous year papers
Daily mental exercise & time management
Conducted by IBPS
Graduate eligible, Age 20–30
Posts: Probationary Officer (PO), Clerk
Prelims: English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude
Mains: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis, English, General Awareness
Interview (PO only): Personality, Communication, Banking Awareness
Focus on high-weightage topics
Daily practice: Mock tests, reasoning puzzles, numerical aptitude
Current Affairs & Banking Awareness daily
Interview preparation for PO candidates
Conducted by Railway Recruitment Board
Posts: NTPC, Junior Engineer, Technical Assistant, Station Master
Eligibility: 10th/12th/Graduate, Age 18–33
CBT (Prelims & Mains): Arithmetic, Reasoning, General Awareness, Technical (if applicable)
Typing / Physical / Skill Test
Document Verification
Arithmetic & Reasoning foundation (NCERT, R.S. Aggarwal)
Current Affairs & General Knowledge (Lucent, Arihant)
Technical subjects for engineering posts
Mock tests & previous year papers
Typing practice & physical training for eligible posts
State-level exam
Posts: Constable, Fireman, Driver, Security
Eligibility: 10th/12th pass, Age 18–25
Written: General Knowledge, Maths, Reasoning, English/Local Language
PET & PST: Running, Push-ups, Sit-ups, Height & Chest
Medical Test: Vision, Hearing, General Health
Daily Physical fitness routine: Running, strength training
Academic preparation: Arithmetic, Reasoning, GK, English
Mock tests & previous year papers
Revision of current affairs
Previous year papers: SSC, IBPS, RRB, Police
Subject-wise summaries: Maths, Reasoning, English, GK, Technical subjects
Interview and fitness tips
Online video lectures: Unacademy, BYJU’S, Study IQ
YouTube Channels for mock tests & interview/SSB preparation
Technical subject tutorials for RRB & IBPS exams
R.S. Aggarwal – Quantitative & Reasoning
Lucent GK
Arihant Publications – Banking, SSC, RRB guides
Col. H.K. Mishra – “The SSB Interview”
Testbook, Oliveboard, Adda247 – Mock Tests
Daily Routine Example:
5–6 AM: Physical Training / Running
6–7 AM: Current Affairs & GK
7–9 AM: Maths / Quantitative Aptitude
10–12 AM: Reasoning & English
2–4 PM: Mock Tests / Previous Papers
5–6 PM: Revision & Interview / SSB Preparation
Weekly Routine:
5 days: Academic & technical preparation
1 day: Mock tests & revision
1 day: Physical training / light practice
Ignoring physical fitness & endurance
Skipping mock tests / previous year papers
Overloading multiple books without focus
Not revising current affairs regularly
Neglecting interview or typing practice for eligible posts
Q1: Can 10th pass candidates apply for all exams?
A1: Only for RRB Non-Technical & Police Constable posts.
Q2: Is physical fitness mandatory?
A2: Yes, for Police & RRB posts requiring PET/PST.
Q3: How to prepare for English section?
A3: Grammar practice, comprehension exercises, vocabulary building.
Q4: Are mock tests necessary?
A4: Yes, they improve speed, accuracy, and exam temperament.
Staff Selection & Banking Exams provide golden opportunities for secure government jobs in India.
Structured preparation, mock tests, notes, tutorials, and daily routine ensure success.
Physical fitness, current affairs, and interview preparation are equally important.
Regular practice, proper time management, and smart strategies will help aspirants achieve top ranks and career goals.
