SEBI Grade A Syllabus 2024 and Exam Pattern for Phase 1 and 2

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has published the notification PDF for 97 vacancies on March 14, 2024. Candidates preparing for the SEBI Grade A exam must acquaint themselves with the detailed syllabus and exam pattern to ensure comprehensive preparation and effective time management. Below, we provide an overview of the SEBI Grade A Syllabus 2024 and exam pattern.

SEBI Grade A Syllabus

SEBI Grade A is a highly sought-after examination, and candidates must be well-versed with its syllabus and exam pattern. Understanding the syllabus for all stages is crucial for effective preparation. Here, we elaborate on the SEBI Grade A Syllabus 2024 for all phases.

SEBI Grade A Syllabus 2024 Overview

Before delving into the specifics of the SEBI Grade A Syllabus 2024, let’s review some important details about the exam:

SEBI Grade A Exam Pattern 2024

The SEBI Grade A Exam comprises three phases:

1. Phase-I Online Examination
2. Phase-II Online Examination
3. Phase-III Interview Round

SEBI Grade A Phase I Exam Pattern for Legal Stream

Phase I of the SEBI Grade A examination consists of two papers: Paper I and Paper II. While Paper I is common for all streams, Paper II varies according to the candidates’ streams. Here’s an overview:

SEBI Grade A Phase 1 Exam Pattern: Legal

Aggregate Cut off: 40%
Note: There will be a negative marking of 1/4th mark for every wrong answer.

For more details on the exam pattern for other streams, please refer to the official notification.

SEBI Grade A Syllabus 2024

SEBI Grade A Paper I Syllabus 2024 for Phase I

Paper 1 of SEBI Grade A syllabus 2024 phase I consists of 4 sections which is English language, reasoning ability, quantitative aptitude, and general awareness (including financial awareness). The Paper I of Phase I will be common for every stream candidate.

English Language

• Error Spotting
• Idioms & Phrases
• Sentence Connectors
• Column-based Fillers
• Sentence Rearrangement
• Paragraph Completion
• Fill in the Blanks
• Direct and Indirect Speech
• Synonyms and Antonyms
• Word Swap
• Cloze Test
• Reading Comprehension
• Column Based Sentences
• Spelling Errors
• Parajumble
• Sentence improvement
• Sentence-Based Error Detection

Reasoning Ability

• Puzzles
• Seating Arrangements
• Direction Sense
• Blood Relations
• Syllogisms
• Machine Input-Output
• Inequalities
• Coding-Decoding
• Logical Reasoning 
• Order and Ranking
• Alpha-Numeric-Symbol Series
• Number System and Conversions
• Data-Sufficiency

Quantitative Aptitude

• Data Interpretation (Table, Pie, Line, Bar, Mix, Caselet, Arithmetic, etc.)
• Number Series (Missing and Wrong)
• Simplification and Approximation
• Inequality (Quadratic and Quantity Comparison based)
• Data Sufficiency (Two and Three Statements)
• Ratio and Proportion, Average
• HCF and LCM
• Problem on Ages
• Mixture and Alligation
• Time and Work & Pipe and Cistern
• Partnership
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Profit and Loss and Discount based
• Speed Distance and Time, Boat and Stream, and Train Based Problems
• Probability Permutation, Combination
• Mensuration (2D and 3D)

General Awareness

• National Current Affairs
• International Current Affairs
• State Current Affairs
• Sports News
• Central Government Schemes
• Agreements/Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
• Books & Authors
• Summits & Conferences
• Defense News
• Science & Technology News
• Banking and Financial Awareness
• Static Awareness
• Recent RBI Circulars Based Questions
• Business & Economy Related News
• Recent Rain
• Important Days
• Obituaries
• Important Appointments
• Important Awards & Honours
• Union Budget
• Economic Survey
• Ranks/Reports/Indexes

SEBI Grade A Paper II Syllabus for Phase I & Phase II Exam: Legal Stream

The candidates preparing for SEBI Grade A in Legal Stream must know the complete Phase-I & Phase-II Syllabus that has been mentioned below-

SEBI Grade A Syllabus 2024 For Legal Stream

• Constitution of India
• Law of Contracts
• Criminal Law
• Law of Evidence
• Code of Civil Procedure
• Administrative Law and Principles of Natural Justice
• Jurisprudence and Interpretation of Statutes
• Important Latin terms and maxims
• Law of Torts and Consumer Protection Act
• Arbitration and Conciliation Act
• Transfer of Property Act
• Companies Act, 2013
• Securities Laws – SEBI Act

For details on other streams and phases, please refer to the official notification.

FAQs

Q: When was the SEBI Grade A Syllabus 2024 released?
A: The SEBI Grade A Syllabus 2024 was released on March 14, 2024.

Q: How many vacancies are there for SEBI Grade A Exam 2024?
A: There are 97 vacancies available for the SEBI Grade A Exam 2024.

Q: What is the mode of examination for SEBI Grade A?
A: The SEBI Grade A Exam will be conducted online.

Q: What is the selection process for SEBI Grade A Exam 2024?
A: The selection process includes Phase-I Online Examination, Phase-II Online Examination, and Phase-III Interview Round.