CGC Josh Pattern 2025: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

CGC Jhanjheri Open Scholarship for Higher Education 2025 ( CGC JOSH )

Registration: 14 Nov '24 - 31 May '25

Shruti Garg

Shruti GargAssistant Manager- Editorial

Updated on Sep 18, 2024 13:05 IST

Chandigarh Group of Colleges prescribes the CGC JOSH 2025 exam pattern. As per the exam pattern, the question paper will be divided into two sections. The sections for each stream will be different. CGC Josh 2025 will be conducted in online mode only. 

Q:   What is CGC Josh exam pattern?

A:

As per the CGC Josh exam pattern, the question paper will be divided intor two sections. The CGC Josh exam will include multiple choice questions. Candidates will have to attempt 100 questions in two hours duration. There will be no negative marking for any wrong answers and candidates will be rewarded 2 marks for every correct answer.

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Q:   What is CGC Josh Exam?

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The CGC Jhanjheri Open Scholarship for Higher Education (CGC JOSH) is a scholarship examination cosnucted for individuals aspiring to pursue advanced studies. Those in search of financial aid to undertake undergraduate programs in Engineering, Management, Commerce, Law, Computer Application, Journalism, or Science fields are encouraged to participate in this examination. The CGC JOSH Scholarship is exclusively available for undergraduate programs and is awarded based on the scores achieved in the examination.

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Q:   What is CGC Josh Process?

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CGC admission process is conducted in following steps:

  • Visit official website of CGC Josh to sign up.
  • After signing up, candidate will receive their login ID and password via SMS and email.
  • Log in using ID and password, and complete profile.
  • Pay the fee and schedule exam slot within 15 days or before the deadline.
  • Once completed, access the syllabus and sample papers on dashboard.
  • Take the CGC Josh examination on scheduled date and time.
  • Your results will be declared within 24 hours.
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CGC JOSH 2025 Exam Pattern Highlights

Check the table below to know about the CGC JOSH exam pattern

Features Details
Pattern of question Multiple Choice Question
Duration of exam 90 minutes
Marking scheme +2 for every correct answer
Negative marking No
Number of sets 3 sets
Number of sections Two sections

Q:   Is it compulsory to appear for CGC Josh Part A?

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Yes, it is compulsory for all candidates across streams to appear for CGC Josh Part A. The Part A will consist of four sections i.e., Basic English, Basic Computers, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Knowledge. The subjects in Part B will vary for candidates according to stream.

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Q:   What is CGC Josh exam pattern for Part A and B?

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Refer the table below to know the CGC Josh exam pattern for Part A and Part B:

CGC Josh Exam Pattern Part A

SubjectsNumber of QuestionMarks
Basic English1530
Basic Computers1530
Quantitative Aptitude1530
General Knowledge510

CGC Josh Exam Pattern Part B

StreamNumber of QuestionsMarks
Class 12th Science + Maths50100
Class 12th Science + Biology50100
Class 12th Commerce50100
Class 12th Humanities50100
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Q:   Is there negative marking in CGC Josh?

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No, there is no negative marking in CGC Josh exam. As per the CGC Josh marking scheme:

  • Candidate will get two marks for every correct answer.
  • No marks will be deducted for wrong answer or not attempted question.

CGC Josh exam will consist of 100 questions, 50 questions in Part A and 50 queestions in Part B. The maximum marks for CGC Josh exam is 200 marks.

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CGC JOSH 2025 Exam Pattern: Section A (Compulsory for All)

Refer the table below to know the CGC Josh 2025 exam pattern for Part A:

Subjects Number of Questions
Basic English 15
Basic Computers 15
Quantutative Aptitude 15
General Knowledge 5

Refer the table below to know the stream wise CGC Josh exam pattern and subjects for Part B:

Class 12th Science + Maths
Subjects Number of Questions
Physics and Chemistry 25
Mathematics 25
Total 50
Class 12th Science + Biology
Subjects Number of Questions
Physics and Chemistry 25
Biology 25
Total 50

 

Class 12th Commerce
Subjects Number of Questions
Accountancy 20
Business Studies 15
Economics 15
Total 50
Class 12th Humanities
Subjects Number of Questions
History 20
Political Science 15
Geography 15
Total 50

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CGC JOSH Syllabus

Q:   What is CGC Josh Syllabus for Science students?

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Refer the table below to know the CGC Josh syllabus for Science students:

Science (with Mathematics or Biology)
SubjectsSyllabus
Physics1. Measurement
2. Kinematics and Laws of Motion
3. Work, Energy and Power
4. Rotational Motion
5. Thermodynamics
6. Oscillations and Waves
7. Electrostatics
8. Current Electricity
9. Magnetism and Electromagnetic induction 
10. Optics
Chemistry1. States of matter
2. Atomic structure, Chemical bonding and 
molecular structure
3. Chemical Thermodynamics
4. Redox reactions and electrochemistry
5. Classification of elements and periodicity in 
properties
6. General principles and processes of isolation of 
metals
7. Hydrogen
8. s, p, d and f block elements
9. Co-ordination compounds
10. Hydrocarbons
11. Organic compounds containing halogens
12. Organic compounds containing oxygen
13. Organic compounds containing nitrogen
14. Polymers
Mathematics

1. Sets, Relations and Functions
2. Complex numbers and Quadratic 
Equations
3. Matrices and Determinants
4. Permutations and Combinations
5. Sequence and Series

6. Limits, Continuity and Differentiability
7. Integral Calculus
8. Differential Equations
9. Co-ordinate Geometry
10. Vector Algebra
11. Trigonometry

Biology

1. Biological Classification
2. Cell- The basic Unit of Life
3. Cell Cycle & Division
4. Plant Physiology
5. Human Physiology
6. Genetics & Evolution

7. Ecology & Environment
8. Human Health & Disease
9. Microbes in Human Welfare
10. Biotechnology & its Applications

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Q:   What is CGC Josh Syllabus for Humanities students?

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Refer the table below to know the CGC Josh syllabus for Humaities students:

Humanities
SubjectsSyllabus
Political Science
  1. Contemporary World-Politics
  2. Cold War Era
  3. The End of bipolarity
  4. Alternative centres of Power
  5. Contemporary South Asia
  6. International Organizations
  7. Security in Contemporary World
  8. Environment and Natural Resources
  9. Globalization
  10. Politics in India since Independence
  11. Challenges of Nation-Building
  12. Era of One-Party Dominance
  13. Politics of Planned Development
  14. India’s External Relations
  15. Challenges to the Congress System
  16. Crisis of the Democratic order
  17. Rise of Popular Movements
  18. Regional Aspirations
  19. Indian Politics 
Geography
  1. Human Geography: Nature and Scope
  2. Population change-spatial patterns, structure and determinants
  3. Human Activities
  4. Human Settlements
  5. India: People and Economy
  6. Resources and Development
  7. Geographical Perspective on selected issues and problems
  8. The largest country in each continent in terms of area
  9. Areas of subsistence gathering, Mega cities of the world – Tokyo, Delhi, Shanghai,
  10. Mumbai, Sao Paulo, State with the highest level of urbanization and the lowest level of Urbanization
  11. Leading producing states.
History
  1. The Story of the First Cities: Harappan Archaeology
  2. Political and Economic History: How Inscriptions tell a story
  3. Social Histories: Using the Mahabharata
  4. A History of Buddhism: Sanchi Stupa
  5. Agrarian Relations: The Ain-i- Akbari, The Mughal Court: Reconstructing Histories through Chronicles
  6. New Architecture: Religious Histories: The Bhakti
  7. Sufi Tradition
  8. Medieval Society through Travelers' Accounts
  9. Representations of 1857
  10. Colonialism and Indian Towns: Town Plans and Municipal Reports
  11. Mahatma Gandhi through Contemporary Eyes
  12. Partition through Oral Sources
  13. The Making of the Constitution
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Q:   What is CGC Josh syllabus for section A?

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CGC Josh syllabus for section A will be divided across four parts: basic English, Basic Computers, General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude. Refer the table below to know the CGC Josh syllabus for section A:

SubjectsSyllabus
Basic English1. Comprehension
2. Transformation of Sentences
3. Voice (Active and Passive)
4. Agreement of Subject and Verb
5. Rearrangement of sentences
6. Synonym and Antonym
7. Error detection
8. Idioms and phrases
9. Punctuation and Articles
10. Tenses
11. Clauses and phrase
Basic Computers

1. Fundamentals of information Technology.
2. Elements of Computer System:
3. Computer Hardware and Software,
4. Computer Organization.
5. CPU: Memory Input Devices, Output Devices, Storage Devices, and Communication Devices

6. Multimedia Devices
7. Operating systems and internet

General Knowledge1. Sports
2. Current Affairs
3. topics related to sports,
4. national and international awards,  
5. current banking news, government schemes,  
inventions,
6. politics,  
7. economy
Quantitatuve Aptitude1. Problems on Age
2. Averages, Mean, Median and Mode
3. Discount
4. Number Series and number system
5. LCM and HCF
6. Permutation and Combinations
7. Points, lines and angles
8. Probability
9. Profit and Loss
10. Ratio and Proportions
11. Simple and Compound Interest
12. Time and Work
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FAQs on CGC Josh Exam Pattern

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Q:   What is the percentage of CGC Josh scholarship in stage 1?

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Refer the table below to know the CGC Josh scholarship percebtage in stage 1:

MarksScholarship Percentage
40-49.9910%
50-59.9920%
60-69.9930%
70-79.9950%
80-89.9975%
90-92.9985%
93 and above100%
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Q:   Which courses are offered through CGC Josh?

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Candidates seeking financial assistance for higher education in Engineering, Management, Commerce, Law, Computer Applications, Journalism, or Science must take the CGC Josh exam. The scholarship is available only for undergraduate programs, and the CGC JOSH Scholarship is awarded based on the points earned in the exam.

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Q:   Can I reschedule the CGC Josh exam?

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Yes, candidates can reschedule the CGC Josh exam date within the 15 days of registration. Students will not be able to reschedule the exam date of they surpass the 15 days from the date of the registration. Candidates will get the second chance of exam if they missed it on the first chance. Stage 1 of CGC Josh is conducted from December to May and Stage 2 is conducted from June 2024 to August end 2024.

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