Tier-I: Prelims exam – This phase is of qualifying nature.
Reasoning
This topic is favorite for those candidates who are not fast at calculations because there is no need of any calculation in this section. All you need is proper observation and analytical skills which builds up exponentially with practice.
Seating Arrangement (Linear/ Circular)
Inequalities
Coding Decoding
Ranking/Direction/Blood Relation
Puzzle
Syllogism
Input Output
Data sufficiency
Logical Reasoning
Alphanumeric Series
English language
The best part about this section is that this section is very less time taking. Just after looking at the question, one can decide whether he/she knows the answer or not (Except Para jumbles and Reading Comprehension). The questions can be asked from below mentioned topics.
Reading Comprehension
Cloze test
Fill in the blanks
Error Spotting
Sentence Correction
Para Jumbles
Synonyms/Antonyms
Quantitative Aptitude
This section is favorite for those who love calculation. If one knows the basic concepts & formulae of topics then he/she can easily solve the questions. The questions can be asked from below mentioned topics.
Simplification/Approximation
Data Interpretation
Number Series
Ratio & Proportion
Problem on Ages
Percentages
Partnerships
Profit & Loss
Quadratic Equations
Mixtures & Allegations
Simple Interest & Compound Interest
Time, Work & Wages
Time, Speed & Distance
Boats and streams
Problem on trains
Mensuration
Geometry
Permutation, Combination & Probability