Welcome to Set-04: The Reasoning Challenge.
So far, you have tested your GK in Set-01, History in Set-02, and Polity in Set-03.
Today, we focus on General Intelligence & Reasoning. This section is the “Game Changer”. Why? Because unlike GK, Reasoning has a definite logic. If you know the trick, you get full marks.
This Mock Test Covers:
- Verbal Reasoning: Coding-Decoding, Series, Analogy.
- Logical Reasoning: Syllogism (Statement & Conclusion).
- Non-Verbal: Odd One Out.
- Passing Score: 32/40 (Reasoning is high scoring).
- Time Limit: Try to solve in 15 Minutes.
- Pen & Paper: Recommended for this set.
👇 Start the Reasoning Test Below:
Mastering Reasoning for SSC GD 2026
Reasoning (General Intelligence) is the only subject where you can practically score 100% marks in the SSC GD exam. Unlike GK, there is no “out of syllabus” question here. The logic is always hidden within the question itself. In this Set-04 Mock Test, we challenged your logical thinking capability.
1. The “EJOTY” Rule (Must Know Trick)
To solve Coding-Decoding questions quickly, you must remember the position of every alphabet (e.g., A=1, M=13, Z=26). Writing them down during the exam wastes time. Use the EJOTY formula:
| Letter | Position | Trick |
|---|---|---|
| E | 5 | Multiple of 5 |
| J | 10 | Multiple of 5 |
| O | 15 | Multiple of 5 |
| T | 20 | T20 Cricket |
| Y | 25 | Last multiple |
By remembering these 5 benchmarks, you can find the position of any letter. For example, if you need S, you know T is 20, so S (before T) is 19.
2. Important Topics for 2026
Based on previous year papers (2022-2025), here is the topic-wise weightage for Reasoning:
- Number Series (2-3 Qs): Look for patterns like “Difference of Difference” or “Square + 1”.
- Non-Verbal (3-4 Qs): Mirror Images, Embedded Figures, and Paper Folding. (Visual observation is key).
- Blood Relations (1-2 Qs): Always draw a family tree diagram to solve these. Don’t do it in your head.
- Mathematical Operations (1 Q): Applying BODMAS rule strictly.
3. Speed Improvement Tips
Reasoning consumes time. To speed up:
- Memorize Squares: Numbers 1 to 30 (e.g., 12²=144, 25²=625).
- Memorize Cubes: Numbers 1 to 15 (e.g., 5³=125, 9³=729).
- Skip Strategy: If you don’t see the logic of a Number Series question within 30 seconds, SKIP IT. Come back to it later. Ego shouldn’t come in between you and your selection.
Don’t forget to practice other subjects:
- Set-02 (History Special) – Check your GK Level.
- Set-03 (Polity Special) – Master the Constitution.
Conclusion:
Reasoning requires daily practice. Solving this one set is not enough. Bookmark this page and visit Saldiha College Info daily for new challenges.
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