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Prelims consists of 100 objective MCQs across three sections with 20 minutes sectional time limit for each section. No sectional cut-offs apply.
| Subject / Section | Questions | Max Marks | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
1English Language Reading Comprehension, Error Spotting, Cloze Test, Sentence Connectors, Para Jumbles (Time: 20 Min) | 30 | 30 | -0.50 |
2Quantitative Aptitude Data Interpretation (Caselet/Tabular/Bar), Number Series, Quadratic Equations, Arithmetic Word Problems (Time: 20 Min) | 35 | 35 | -0.50 |
3Reasoning Ability Complex Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogisms, Inequalities, Direction Sense, Coding (Time: 20 Min) | 35 | 35 | -0.50 |
4Total (Prelims CBT) 3 Sections (20 Min Individual Section Timer · 0.25 Negative Marking · No Sectional Cut-off) | Total: 60 Minutes | 100 | 100 | -0.50 |
| Total Aggregate Scheme | 100 | 200 | 1/4th penalty |
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