- About
ESIC SSO stands for Employees’ State Insurance Corporation Single Sign-On. It is a single sign-on (SSO) service that allows users to access multiple ESIC websites and applications using a single set of credentials. This makes it easier and more secure for users to access the ESIC’s services.
To use ESIC SSO, users simply need to create an account and log in once. Once they are logged in, they will be able to access all of the ESIC’s websites and applications without having to log in again.
- Latest Notification
However, it is expected that ESIC will release a new ESIC SSO recruitment notification in the coming months. Interested candidates can keep an eye on the ESIC website for updates.
When the new ESIC SSO recruitment notification is released, it will be available on the ESIC website at https://www.esic.nic.in/. The notification will contain all of the important information about the recruitment process, including the eligibility criteria, application process, and exam dates.
Candidates who are interested in applying for the ESIC SSO recruitment should start preparing early. They should review the syllabus and practice the sample questions that are available online.
- Registration
ESIC SSO Registration Process
First, candidates need to register themselves on the official website of the SSO exam. Candidates can follow the steps bulleted below:
Step 1: Visit the Official Website- www. esic.nic.in.
Step 2: Look for the notification displaying ‘ Apply for the post of ESIC Social Security Officer’ on the Home page. Click on it.
Step 3: Fill in all the necessary details asked in the registration form like Name, Father’s Name, Date of Birth, Contact number, Email Id, etc.
Step 4: Click on Submit Button and note down the system-generated registration ID and Password. Also, send the ID and password sent to your provided email address and contact details.
Eligibility Criteria
ESIC SSO Educational Qualifications
Candidates aspiring to become Social Security Officers upon the qualification of the ESIC SSO Examination should possess the following educational qualifications.
- Candidates should have a graduation degree from a recognized University (graduation preferred in Management/ Commerce and Law).
- The candidate must have a working knowledge of computers including the knowledge and understanding of databases and the use of office suits.
- Experience (Desirable): It is desirable if a candidate has an experience of at least 3 years of service in a Government Organization or Corporation Government Undertaking or Scheduled Bank or Local Body etc.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All other categories | Rs. 250/- |
| SC/ST/ PWD/ Female Candidates/ Departmental Candidates/ Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 500/- |
- Exam Pattern
| Paper | Phase 1: Prelims Exam | Phase 2: Mains Exam | Phase 3: Computer Skill Test and Descriptive Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline | Offline | Offline |
| Number of Sections | 3 | 4 | 2
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| Name of Sections |
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| Computer Skill Test:
English Language Descriptive Test:
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| Questions in each question |
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| Computer Skill Test: 3 questions English Language Descriptive Test- 2 questions |
| Duration of the Examination | 60 minutes | 120 minutes /2 hours | Computer skill Test- 30 minutes English Language Descriptive Test: 30 minutes |
| Maximum number of questions | 100 | 150 | Computer Skill Test: 3 questions English Descriptive Test: 2 questions |
| Type of Questions | Objective-based | Objective-based | Descriptive Based |
| Maximum number of marks | 100 | 200 | Computer Skill Test- 50 marks English Language Descriptive Test: 50 marks |
| Marking Scheme | 1 mark each for the correct answer 0.25 mark for incorrect answer marked | 1 mark each for a correct answer 0.25 mark for an incorrect answer marked | Computer Skill Test:
English Descriptive Test: 25+ 25 marks |
| Language of Paper | Hindi, English | Hindi, English | English |
- Prelims Syllabus
There will be a total of 100 questions for 100 marks. Three sections will be there for 1 hour. A negative marking of 0.25 is an important factor to be taken care of while attempting the paper:
The detailed syllabus of all three sections is tabulated below:
| English Language | Quantitative Aptitude | Reasoning Ability |
|---|---|---|
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- Mains Syllabus
ESIC SSO Mains consists of 4 sections and have a total of 150 questions for 200 marks. The duration is of 2 hours with a sectional time limit for each section. There will be a negative marking of 0.25 for each incorrect answer.
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| English Language |
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| Quantitative aptitude |
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| Reasoning Ability |
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| General Awareness/ Finance/ Banking/ Insurance |
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- FAQs
The eligibility criteria for the ESIC SSO recruitment are as follows:
- Indian citizen
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university
- Age between 21 and 35 years
- Good knowledge of Hindi and English
The application process for the ESIC SSO recruitment will be online. Candidates can apply through the ESIC website.
The selection process for the ESIC SSO recruitment is as follows:
- Preliminary examination
- Main examination
- Computer and descriptive test
ESIC SSO officers receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Basic pay
- Dearness allowance
- House rent allowance
- Medical allowance
- Leave travel allowance
- Pension
