# SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT Exam Pattern, Syllabus 2026 > SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT exam pattern 2026 has 120 questions for 150 marks in 120 minutes. See the 12 syllabus topics and the marking rule. Source: https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/exam-pattern/ Category: [SPMCIL](https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/) Guide: [SPMCIL Assistant Manager (IT) 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/) ## In short - The online test has 120 questions for 150 marks in a composite time of 120 minutes. - Professional Knowledge has 60 questions and 90 marks. The syllabus has 12 topics. - Each wrong answer costs one fourth of the marks for that question. The SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT exam pattern has **120 questions for 150 marks** in **120 minutes**. The Professional Knowledge section has 60 questions and 90 marks. This page also lists the 12 syllabus topics. See the [SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT 2026 guide](/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/) for all pages. ## What is the SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT exam pattern 2026? The test is an objective type online test. It has five sections. | Section | Questions | Maximum marks | | ---------------------- | --------- | ------------- | | Professional Knowledge | 60 | 90 | | General Awareness | 15 | 15 | | English Language | 15 | 15 | | Logical Reasoning | 15 | 15 | | Quantitative Aptitude | 15 | 15 | | **Total** | **120** | **150** | The total time is a composite 120 minutes for all sections. The question paper comes in Hindi and English. The English Language section is in English only. Professional Knowledge carries 90 of the 150 marks, which is 60% of the total. This section has the largest effect on your score. {{< callout type="official" >}} Read the pattern in the [official notification on the SPMCIL website](https://www.spmcil.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Advertisment-No-02.2026.pdf). {{< /callout >}} ## How does negative marking work? For every wrong answer, SPMCIL deducts **one fourth of the marks** assigned to that question. The Professional Knowledge section has 90 marks for 60 questions, which averages 1.5 marks per question. ## Where does SPMCIL hold the exam, and what are the rules? SPMCIL may hold the online exam at centres in Delhi and NCR, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Bhopal. The admit card names the exact date, session, reporting time, and centre. SPMCIL does not accept requests to change the centre, venue, date, or session. It may cancel a centre, add a centre, or send a candidate to a different centre. A candidate travels at own risk and cost. If SPMCIL holds the exam in more than one session, it equates the scores across sessions. Check the [exam date page](/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/exam-date/) for the status of the exam and the [exam day checklist](/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/before-exam-checklist/) for the reporting rules. ## What is the SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT syllabus 2026? SPMCIL published an [indicative syllabus](https://www.spmcil.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Indicative-Syllabus-for-Professional-Knowledge-Section.pdf) for the Professional Knowledge section. The list for Assistant Manager (IT) has 12 topics. 1. Operating System 2. Data Structure 3. Object Oriented Programming 4. Database Management Systems 5. Compiler Design and Language Processor 6. Computer Organization 7. Microprocessor and Computer Hardware 8. Computer Network 9. Software Engineering 10. Web Technology 11. Data Warehousing and Data Mining 12. Computer and Network Security SPMCIL calls this list indicative. The 12 topics form the 60 questions of the Professional Knowledge section. ## How to use the syllabus Start with the 12 topics, because Professional Knowledge carries 90 of 150 marks. Then cover General Awareness, English Language, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude. Each of these sections carries 15 marks. Read the [selection process page](/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/selection-process/) to see how the online test score combines with the interview. Next, check the [SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT exam date update](/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/exam-date/). ## Frequently asked questions ### How many questions are in the SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT exam? The exam has 120 questions for 150 marks. Professional Knowledge has 60 questions for 90 marks. General Awareness, English Language, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude have 15 questions each for 15 marks each. ### Is there negative marking in the SPMCIL exam? Yes. For every wrong answer, SPMCIL deducts one fourth of the marks assigned to that question. Read the marking rule on this page for an example of the average marks per question. ### What is the syllabus for SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT? The indicative syllabus has 12 topics, from Operating System to Computer and Network Security. They form the Professional Knowledge section, which has 60 questions and 90 marks. ### In which language is the SPMCIL exam? The question paper comes in Hindi and English. The English Language section is in English only. Read the exam pattern table on this page for the other sections. ### How long is the SPMCIL online exam? The exam has a composite time of 120 minutes for all sections. Candidates may need to stay at the venue for about 3 hours. See the [exam day checklist](/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/before-exam-checklist/) for the reporting rules. ### Can I change my SPMCIL exam centre? No. SPMCIL does not accept requests to change the centre, venue, date, or session. SPMCIL may also cancel a centre or send a candidate to a different centre. See the [exam date page](/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/exam-date/). ## More in this guide - [SPMCIL Assistant Manager (IT) 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/): SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT 2026 has 2 posts at E-1 level. The online exam set for 10 October 2026 is postponed. See fee, pattern, and syllabus. - [Notification](https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/notification/): SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT notification 2026 lists 2 posts at E-1 level with a pay scale of ₹40,000 to ₹1,40,000. See dates, vacancies, and the bond. - [Eligibility](https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/eligibility/): SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT eligibility 2026 needs a first class MCA or B.Tech in Computer Engineering or IT. The maximum age is 30 years. - [How to Apply](https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/how-to-apply/): SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT apply online closed on 31 August 2026. See the five steps, the ₹1,000 fee, and the photo and signature size rules. - [Selection Process](https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/selection-process/): SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT selection process uses an online test with 75% weightage and an interview with 25%. See the minimum qualifying marks. - [Exam Date](https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/exam-date/): SPMCIL postponed the Assistant Manager IT exam set for 10 October 2026 in a notice dated 9 October 2026. Read the reason and what to do now. - [Admit Card](https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/admit-card/): SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT admit card 2026 came out on 7 October 2026. SPMCIL will issue revised admit cards. See the download steps and login details. - [Exam Day Checklist](https://bunkpoint.com/article/spmcil/spmcil-assistant-manager-it-2026/before-exam-checklist/): SPMCIL Assistant Manager IT exam day checklist: carry the admit card, an original photo ID, and one photocopy. See the ID list and the exam hall rules.