Top 10 Easiest Competitive Exams in India 2022

According to the latest survey by Investopedia, the global investment website, India stands 5th  in the tally of countries in terms of GDP to date, with a nominal GDP of $2.94 trillion only with a slight variation in comparison with  Germany which stands 4th in the list with a nominal GDP of $3.86 trillion. India has become the fifth-largest economy in 2019, overtaking the United Kingdom and France. The country ranks third when GDP is compared in terms of purchasing power parity at $11.33 trillion.  This impressive performance by India is due to her higher young population, contributing to the working population and hence in turn to the development of the country. It is estimated that 50% of India’s population is below 25 yrs while 65% is below 35 yrs old. These figures seem to be impressive in the outlook of GDP and global development,  but not so impressive in the viewpoint of employment.

With the high spike in the population of the working group, the demand for Government jobs has also increased in the past 5-6 years mainly because of the financial stability and social status it provides. The number of candidates appearing for Government exams has almost doubled in this time period, resulting in high competition. Changing exam pattern, fluctuating cutoffs has made most of the aspirants spent an average of   2-3 yrs in exam preparation.

But, once analysed the high competition is not the only reason for aspirants failing in exams, but sometimes candidates are not able to figure out the exam or the job profile that suits them best.

Which is the easiest competitive exam in India? In this article, we are giving you an idea about the top 10 easiest Competitive exams in India that can help you secure a job in the public sector.    

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Easiest Competitive Exams in India 2022

List of easiest competitive exams in India are given below:

1. RRB Group D

Since the largest employer in the country, Railway exams are easy on comparison with other competitive exams in India. Almost every year, Railway releases recruitment notifications for Group D positions. The job positions coming under  Group D includes Cabin man, Welder, Gatekeeper etc.

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Exam Pattern and Syllabus

 The Railway Group D exam is conducted in 2 stages.

• Computer Based Test
• Physical Efficiency Test

Salary and Career Growth

The initial salary of an RRB Group D employee is around Rs.18000/- In addition to the basic pay, Railway Group D includes allowances including House rent allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), Overtime allowance (OTA) etc. The Group D employee will be promoted to Group C category after 3years of service through internal promotion.

2. RRB NTPC

RRB NTPC is another major recruitment for candidates wishing to be a part of the Indian railway. NTPC recruits candidates for the non- technical posts in this sector. NTPC recruitment includes

• Tier 1-Computer-Based Exam
• Tier 2-Computer Based Exam
• Skill Test
• Document Verification & Medical Examination

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

Tier 1

Tier 2 Pattern

Salary and Career Growth

The basic pay scale of RRB NTPC is R.19,900.Other allowances including HRA, DA is added increasing the in-hand salary to 30,00/- to 40,000/-

3. SSC Multi-Tasking Staff

Staff Selection Commission is one of the premier recruiting agency in India for central government jobs. SSC CHSL, SSC CGL and SSC MTS are the most important recruitment by SSC on a yearly basis.

Any individual with the eligibility of 10th pass can apply for SSC MTS recruitment.

 SSC MTS Exam Dates 

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

SSC MTS selection procedure includes a CBT exam and a descriptive test. 

Descriptive Test

Salary and Career Growth

The in-hand salary of an MTS is around Rs.18,000/-Rs.22,000/- per month. They are also eligible for allowances as all other central government employees including HRA, DA, TA etc. They can apply for promotion after 3 years of service.

4. SSC CHSL

Combined Higher Secondary examination is conducted in 3 stages. Tier 1 is a computer-based exam Tier 2 descriptive test and Tier 3 includes skill test.

Salary and Career Growth

The in-hand salary of an SSC CHSL employee is around Rs.36,500/- including basic pay of Rs.25,500/- and other allowances. The employee is eligible for promotion after 5 years of service. Promotion opportunity to Section Officer, Chief Supervisor etc regarding the department you are working for.

5. SSC Stenographer

SSC Stenographer is the next most preferred exam after SSC MTS & CHSL. The attractive salary perk and low pressure working atmosphere are the most important attractions. The selection process includes

• Tier 1 exam
• Skill test

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Salary and Career Growth

Basic Pay- Rs.5200/- to Rs.34,800 /- Allowances are also available. A stenographer can get promoted up to Senior Principal Private Secretary in Central service.

6. IBPS  clerk exams

IBPS is the statutory body conducting exams for Public Sector Banks in India. Comparing to the PO exams, clerical level exams are easy to crack. The main allurement of IBPS recruitment is the transparency and pace with which exams conducted and results published. The selection process in IBPS as well as in SBI includes prelims, mains and language proficiency test. 

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Prelims Pattern

Mains Pattern

Salary and Career Growth

The basic pay scale of an IBPS clerk ranges from Rs. 11,765/-Rs. 31,540/- Other perks including HRA, DA etc are also available for IBPS clerks. The promotion and career growth opportunities for clerks in PSBs are quite attractive. After 2 yrs of the service period, they are eligible for promotions through exams like JAIIB and CAIIB or through internal exams.

7. IBPS  Specialist Officer Exams

Specialist Officers recruitment is another major process by IBPS. Every year, IBPS release recruitment notifications for Specialist Officers cadre. Eligible candidates can apply for different vacancies including Agriculture Officer, Law Officer etc.

Syllabus and Career Growth

Prelims Pattern

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For Agriculture Officer, HR, IT, Marketing

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Mains Pattern

For Law Officer, HR, Agriculture Officer, Marketing Officer, Personnel Officer, IT

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Salary and Career Growth

The basic pay of a SO officer is Rs.23,700/- When other allowances including DA, HRA Special Allowances are added the in-hand salary is around Rs.35,000/- per month. The SO officer will be promoted to a scale of General Manager through internal promotions and other exams.

8. Central Teachers Eligibility Test (CTET)

Central Board Of Secondary Education conducts CTET examination to recruit teaching in central government institutions. CTET is conducted twice in a year. What makes CTET one of the most preferred exams is because the result is valid up to 7 years from the declaration of result and there is no negative marking. The exam pattern includes two sets Paper 1 and Paper 2.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

Paper 1

Paper 2

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Salary and Career Growth

CTET teachers have a pay scale of Rs.9,300/–Rs.34,800/-. Allowances are also provided.

9. LIC Apprentice Development Officer (ADO)

LIC is the most profitable Government insurance company in India. Apprentice Development Officer is relatively the easiest exam to crack in the insurance sector. Recruitment comprises 3 stages: Prelims, Mains and Personal Interview. Unlike other insurance exams, ADO exam doesn’t have negative marking in both prelims as well as in mains. And also, the English language is only of qualifying nature in prelims examination, so it would be fruitful those aspirants facing difficulty with English.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Prelims Pattern

* English Language is of qualifying nature

Mains Pattern

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Salary & Career Growth

LIC ADO has a basic pay of Rs. 21,875/-and on adding other allowances and perks the in-hand salary would be around Rs.38,000/-LIC ADO has an exciting career opportunity. After the initial apprentice period of about 1year, you will be promoted to Probationary Development Officer and a meritorious employee can even be promoted to the Regional Manager post.

10. State PSC

In addition to all these all India exams, the State Government also recruits for various positions within the state. The most important aspect of State PSC is reduced competition because only the respective state domicile candidates are allowed to apply. The syllabus and exam pattern differs for various states.

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