SCC QUANT SYLLABUS 2017

Amongst all the sections of the SSC CGL examination, the section that stands out is
that of the SCC Quant. Quantitative Aptitude section is a crucial section and
thankfully so. If you have good command over this section, you can score 40 – 45
questions in just 40 minutes. It is known to be a scoring area for those who consider
Mathematics as one of their stronger sciences.
All that is needed is a strong basic knowledge and a sharp mind to quickly solve
questions without compromising on accuracy. A major factor to do so, would be the
use of tricks, shortcuts and strategies.
To help you get a proper breakdown of the paper, here is the predicated pattern for
the SCC Quant. The the SCC quant syllabus 2017 is as follows :

TOPIC NO. OF QUESTIONS

Simplification 1-2 Qs
Interest 1-2 Qs
Percentage 0-1 Qs
Ratio and Proportion 1-2 Qs
Average 0-1 Qs
Problems on age 0-1 Qs
Speed Time and Distance 1-2 Qs
Profit and Loss 1-2 Qs
Number series 0-1 Qs
Number system 1-2 Qs
Mensuration 2-3 Qs
Data Interpretation 0-3 Qs
Time and Work 1-2 Qs
Mixture problems 0-1 Qs
Algebra 2-3 Qs
Geometry 3-4 Qs
Trigonometry 2-3 Qs
The following observations can be made from the past years:

1. As of 2016, the number of questions in the SCC quant have been cut down to
25 from the earlier 50 questions. The 2017 paper is also believed to
accommodate 25 questions in the SCC quant section.

2. Questions on Percentage, Profit and Loss, Interest have been consistent over
the years (2010-2016 )

3. Data interpretation (bar graphs, pie charts, table analysis) and mensuration
are chapters of moderate difficulty with more number of questions in the
overall quant section.

4. The same can be said for Geometry and Trignometry. Make sure you are well
versed in trigonometric identities and congruency conditions and coordinate
geometry. Some exam takers often find this section to be slightly more
challenging because of the number of formulas involved. But this can be
tackled with pre planned rigorous preparation.

5. Topics like Ratio Proportion and Theory of Interest are easy to prepare for and
can be complete scoring questions.

Make the most of this analysis and with the right amount of dedication and hard
work, you should be well on your way to acing the SCC quant section. All the very
best!