Daily Reasoning Puzzles: Boost your reasoning skills with our Daily Reasoning Puzzles for SSC, UPSC, UPPSC & BPSC exams. Updated daily with solutions, tricks, and exam-focused practice sets to help you score high.
Reasoning is a game-changer in competitive exams like SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, UPSC CSAT, UPPSC, BPSC, and other state-level recruitment tests.
It’s the section where:
The syllabus is predictable
Practice can drastically improve speed
And full marks are achievable with the right strategy.
Yet, many aspirants fail to score well simply because they do not practice regularly.
That’s why we created this Daily Reasoning Puzzle Series — a 30-day challenge designed to give you one fresh puzzle every day, just like in real exams.
Whether you’re a first-time aspirant or a repeat candidate, this series will sharpen your logical thinking, improve time management, and help you get those extra marks that decide the selection list.
| Reason | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Regular exposure | Strengthens memory & understanding |
| Pattern familiarity | Recognize question types instantly |
| Speed improvement | Reduce solving time by 50% |
| Accuracy boost | Minimize silly mistakes |
| Confidence building | Handle tough puzzles under pressure |
💡 Fact: In SSC CGL Tier-I, one reasoning question = 2 marks. In UPSC CSAT, a single puzzle can carry up to 5 marks.
This page is your reasoning practice hub. Here’s how to use it effectively:
Bookmark this page — it will be updated daily with a new puzzle.
Solve today’s puzzle without looking at the answer.
Check the detailed solution to understand the logic.
Review the archive of past puzzles for revision.
Track your progress — aim to solve faster each day.
📅 Day 1: Circular Seating Arrangement (Facing Center)
Puzzle:
Eight people A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and H are sitting around a circular table facing the center. Conditions:
A is second to the right of C.
D is third to the left of C.
E is second to the right of G.
B is not an immediate neighbor of D.
F is third to the right of H.
Your Task: Who is sitting between A and H?
👉 Read Full Puzzle & Step-by-Step Solution
| Day | Puzzle Topic | Focus Exam | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Circular Seating Arrangement | SSC, UPSC | View Puzzle |
| 2 | Blood Relation Puzzle | SSC CGL, CHSL | View Puzzle |
| 3 | Direction Sense Puzzle | UPSC CSAT | View Puzzle |
| 4 | Floor Arrangement Puzzle | BPSC, UPPSC | View Puzzle |
| 5 | Coding-Decoding Puzzle | SSC CGL | View Puzzle |
| 6 | Syllogism Puzzle | SSC CHSL | View Puzzle |
| 7 | Puzzle on Ages | UPSC, UPPSC | View Puzzle |
| … | … | … | … |
We’ll cover every reasoning topic that’s important for government exams:
Seating Arrangement (Circular, Linear, Double Row)
Blood Relations
Direction & Distance
Syllogism
Coding-Decoding
Puzzle on Ages
Order & Ranking
Inequality
Data Sufficiency
Input-Output
Number Series
Calendar & Clock Puzzles
Mirror & Water Images
Logical Venn Diagrams
Statement & Conclusion / Inference
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Exam-specific puzzles | Matches SSC, UPSC, BPSC patterns |
| Step-by-step solutions | Improves understanding |
| Shortcuts & tricks | Saves time in exams |
| Daily updates | Builds consistency |
| Free access | No paywalls or logins required |
We don’t just give the answer — we teach you how to think.
Question: A is the son of B. C is B’s sister. D is C’s mother. E is D’s husband. How is E related to A?
Solution:
A → son of B.
C → sister of B.
D → mother of C (and B).
E → husband of D → father of C & B.
Answer: E is A’s grandfather.
Read the question twice before starting.
Underline important clues in your rough paper.
Draw diagrams for seating arrangements.
Check direction rules (facing center vs. outward).
Eliminate wrong possibilities early.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Builds strong logical thinking | Needs regular time commitment |
| Improves exam speed | Can be frustrating for beginners |
| Helps in multiple exams | Too much focus here may neglect other subjects |
| Boosts confidence | Requires patience to see results |
| Feature | Daily Practice | Weekly Practice |
|---|---|---|
| Consistency | High | Low |
| Speed Improvement | Faster | Slower |
| Memory Retention | Stronger | Weaker |
| Exam Readiness | Always prepared | Needs revision before exam |
Q1: Can I prepare for reasoning without coaching?
Yes, with consistent practice and quality resources like this daily series, coaching is optional.
Q2: How many puzzles should I solve daily?
For beginners: 1–2 puzzles/day. For advanced: 3–5 puzzles/day.
Q3: Are these puzzles enough for SSC CGL reasoning?
Yes, they match SSC patterns, but also practice previous year’s papers.
Q4: Do UPSC CSAT papers have puzzles like these?
Yes, but fewer in number — focus on accuracy over quantity.
Q5: Will this help in state exams like UPPSC, BPSC?
Absolutely, as reasoning topics are almost the same across competitive exams.
Reasoning is not just about intelligence — it’s about consistent practice.
With this Daily Reasoning Puzzle Series, you’re training your brain to think faster, sharper, and more logically.
📌 Bookmark this page and make it your daily habit.
📌 Share it with friends who are also preparing — studying together can boost learning.
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