CGC Josh Syllabus 2025: Download Latest Syllabus PDF

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.

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.

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.

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

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

CGC Josh Exam Pattern Part A

CGC Josh Exam Pattern Part B

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.

Registration for CGC JOSH 2025 has commenced , and applicants can complete the application process online at cgc.ac.in. The deadline for CGC JOSH 2025 registration stage 1 is last week of May 2025. To be eligible for the scholarship, candidates must complete the online application form and participate in the CGC JOSH exam. Candidates must ensure to fulfill the prescribed eligibility criteria before filling the application form, failing which their candidature will stand cancelled.

To register for CGC Josh exam, candidates must follow the steps mentioned below:

Step 1- Visit the link provided- scholarship.cgc.ac.in

Step 2- Enter the basic personal details

• Name
• Email address
• Date of birth
• Phone number
• State
• District
• Course

Step 3- Click on the link sent on registered email address/mobile number

Step 4- Link will redirect to application form

Step 5- Click on the tab apply now

Step 6- Enter the course and personal details

Step 7- Enter the Education qualification details

Step 8- Upload the required documents

Step 9- Pay the application fee of INR 500

Once candidate register for CGC Josh, the registration will be valid for 15 days or until the final date to take the exam. Applicant must complete the exam within this timeframe. This rule applies to both stages of the exam. Students may reschedule their exam date only within the 15-day CGC Josh registration period. A second chance to take the exam will only be provided if a student misses their scheduled exam on the first attempt.

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.

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.