UPPSC Exam Pattern and Syllabus
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The UPPSC Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Examination (PCS) is conducted in three stages:
1. Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Examination consists of two papers, both of which are objective-type multiple-choice questions. This stage is designed to screen candidates for the Main Examination.
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies I | 200 | 2 hours | Objective |
| Paper II | General Studies II (CSAT) | 200 | 2 hours | Objective |
Key Points:
| Paper | Marks | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Hindi | 150 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| Essay | 150 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| General Studies I | 200 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| General Studies II | 200 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| General Studies III | 200 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| General Studies IV | 200 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| General Studies V | 200 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
| General Studies VI | 200 | 3 hours | Descriptive |
3. Interview
Candidates who qualify in the Main Examination are called for a Personality Test (Interview), which is crucial for final selection.
| Stage | Assessment Type | Marks | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interview | Personality Test | 100 | To assess the candidate's suitability for civil service |
Additional Information:
This detailed syllabus should provide comprehensive coverage of each topic and help candidates prepare thoroughly for the UPPSC exams.
Preliminary Examination
Paper-I: General Studies-I
| Subject | Topics | Detailed Content |
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| Current Events of National and International Importance | Candidates are expected to have knowledge about recent significant events globally and nationally. |
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| History of India and Indian National Movement |
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| India and World Geography |
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| Indian Polity and Governance |
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| Economic and Social Development |
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| Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, and Climate Change | General awareness on these subjects without requiring subject specialization. |
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| General Science |
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Paper-II: General Studies-II
| Subject | Topics | Detailed Content |
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| Comprehension | Ability to understand and interpret written texts. | Reading passages, analyzing and interpreting information, answering questions based on comprehension. |
| Interpersonal Skills Including Communication Skills | Developing effective communication and interpersonal skills. | Verbal and non-verbal communication skills, active listening, empathy, negotiation and conflict resolution techniques. |
| Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability | Testing candidates' ability to analyze situations and logical reasoning. | Critical thinking, pattern recognition, logical sequences, deductive and inductive reasoning. |
| Decision Making and Problem Solving | Evaluating candidates' decision-making skills and problem-solving capabilities. | Scenario-based questions, evaluating different solutions, prioritizing options, making informed decisions. |
| General Mental Ability | Assessing basic cognitive abilities and intelligence. | Numerical ability, data interpretation, visual-spatial reasoning, logical puzzles. |
| Elementary Mathematics (Up to Class X Level) |
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| General English (Up to Class X Level) | Comprehension, Active and Passive Voice, Parts of Speech, Sentence Transformation, Direct and Indirect Speech, Punctuation and Spellings, Word meanings, Vocabulary & Usage, Idioms and Phrases, Fill in the Blanks. | Grammar rules, sentence structure, vocabulary building, language usage, and comprehension skills. |
| General Hindi (हाईस्कूलस्तरतक) | हिंदीवर्णमाला, विरामचिन्ह, शब्दरचना, वाक्यरचना, अर्थ, शब्द-रूप, संधि, समास, क्रियायें, अनेकार्थीशब्द, विलोमशब्द, पर्यायवाचीशब्द, मुहावरेएवंलोकोक्तियाँ, तत्समएवंतद्भव, देशज, विदेशी (शब्दभंडार), वर्तनी, अर्थबोध, अशुद्धियाँ, उ.प्र. कीमुख्यबोलियाँ. |
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Mains Examination
General Hindi
| Topics | Detailed Content |
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| गद्यखण्डकाअवबोधएवंप्रश्नोत्तर | Understanding passages and answering questions to test comprehension skills. |
| संक्षेपण | Writing summaries of given passages to demonstrate conciseness and clarity. |
| सरकारीएवंअर्धसरकारीपत्रलेखन, तारलेखन, कार्यालयआदेश, अधिसूचना, परिपत्र | Writing skills for official and semi-official letters, drafting office orders, notifications, and circulars. |
| शब्दज्ञानएवंप्रयोग |
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| लोकोक्तिएवंमुहावरे | Understanding and application of proverbs and idioms in Hindi. |
Essay
| Sections | Topics | Detailed Content |
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Writing analytical and argumentative essays on topics related to cultural heritage, social issues, and political scenarios. |
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Discussing the impact of science and technology on society, environmental challenges, economic policies, agricultural developments, and industrial growth. |
| Section C |
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Evaluating national policies, international relations, natural disaster management, and government development initiatives. |
General Studies-I
| Topics | Detailed Content |
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| Indian History and Culture |
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| Modern Indian History | Key events from A.D. 1757 to A.D. 1947, including British colonial policies, Indian resistance, socio-economic changes. |
| The Freedom Struggle | Phases of the freedom movement, major events, leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhash Chandra Bose, and their contributions. |
| Post-Independence Consolidation | Political and social integration, reorganization of states, major policies till 1965. |
| World History | Major events from the 18th to mid-20th century, including the French Revolution, Industrial Revolution, World Wars, rise of ideologies like socialism, Nazism, and Fascism. |
| Indian Society and Culture | Social structure, role of women, caste dynamics, population issues, poverty, and urbanization challenges. |
| Economic Reforms | Impact of liberalization, privatization, globalization on Indian economy and society. |
| Physical Geography | Earth's structure, tectonic movements, natural disasters, climatic zones, and ecosystem diversity. |
| Oceanic Resources | Marine resources, exploration technologies, India's potential and policies. |
| Human Migration | Causes and effects of migration, refugee crises with a focus on India. |
| Population and Settlements | Demographic trends, urban-rural settlement patterns, development of smart cities. |
General Studies-II
| Topics | Detailed Content |
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| Indian Constitution | Historical underpinnings, evolution, salient features, amendments, role of Supreme Court in constitutional interpretation. |
| Union and State Functions | Federal structure, division of powers, center-state relations, challenges in governance. |
| Finance Commission | Role in fiscal federalism, devolution of funds, recommendations for economic balance. |
| Separation of Powers | Judiciary independence, legislative and executive balance, alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. |
| Comparison of Constitutional Schemes | Indian Constitution compared with major democracies like the USA, UK, and Canada. |
| Legislative Structure | Functions, powers, and privileges of Parliament and State Legislatures, legislative procedures. |
| Executive and Judiciary | Roles and responsibilities of Executive, Ministries, Departments, Judiciary, PILs, pressure groups. |
| Representation of People's Act | Election processes, eligibility, and rules governing elections in India. |
| Constitutional Posts | Roles, powers, functions, and responsibilities of President, Governor, Election Commission, CAG, etc. |
| Statutory and Regulatory Bodies | Functions and structure of NITI Aayog, Election Commission, UPSC, Finance Commission, and other regulatory bodies. |
| Government Policies | Key government initiatives in sectors like health, education, infrastructure, and ICT developments. |
| Development Processes | Role of NGOs, SHGs, and community organizations in development. |
| Welfare Schemes | Schemes for women, children, SC/STs, and other vulnerable sections, impact assessment. |
| Social Sector Issues | Education reforms, healthcare challenges, HRD policies, skill development. |
| Poverty and Hunger | Causes, government interventions, global indices, implications on social stability. |
| Governance Aspects | E-governance models, transparency measures, accountability frameworks. |
| Civil Services Role | Functions in policy formulation, public administration, and emerging trends in governance. |
| International Relations | India’s foreign policy, relations with neighboring countries, global groupings (SAARC, BRICS, G20), and strategic partnerships. |
| Policies of Developed and Developing Countries | Impact of global policies on India, Indian diaspora, trade policies. |
| International Institutions | Structure, mandate, and role of the UN, WTO, IMF, World Bank, and other international agencies. |
General Studies-III
| Topics | Detailed Content |
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| Economic Planning in India | Historical overview, objectives, achievements of five-year plans, role of NITI Aayog in economic policy. |
| Issues of Poverty and Unemployment | Causes, types, regional disparities, government measures for social justice and inclusive growth. |
| Government Budgets | Budgeting process, types of budgets, fiscal policy, taxation, and financial management. |
| Agriculture | Major crops, cropping patterns, types of irrigation systems, agricultural marketing and e-technology aids. |
| Farm Subsidies | Direct and indirect subsidies, MSP policies, PDS objectives, food security issues. |
| Food Processing | Industry significance, infrastructure requirements, supply chain challenges, government initiatives. |
| Land Reforms | Post-independence reforms, impact on rural development, contemporary issues. |
| Liberalization and Globalization | Economic reforms, changes in industrial policy, impact on growth and trade. |
| Infrastructure | Energy, transport, communication, urban infrastructure development, challenges and policies. |
| Science and Technology | Advances in S&T, applications in daily life, role in national security, space technology policies. |
| Technological Achievements | Contributions of Indians in S&T, indigenization efforts, transfer and dual-use technologies. |
| ICT and Space Technology | Developments in ICT, space missions, satellite technology, digital transformation initiatives. |
| Environmental Security | Ecosystem conservation, wildlife protection, biodiversity policies, pollution control measures. |
| Disaster Management | Types of disasters, mitigation strategies, national policies, and institutional frameworks. |
| International Security Challenges | Issues of nuclear proliferation, extremism, cyber security, global peace efforts. |
| Internal Security Challenges | Terrorism, insurgency, organized crime, law enforcement agencies roles. |
| Security Forces Role | Mandate and organization of armed forces, paramilitary, intelligence agencies. |
| Agricultural and Forestry Issues | Challenges in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, animal husbandry, and their solutions. |
General Studies-IV
| Ethics and Human Interface | Essence, determinants, and consequences of ethics in human actions, dimensions of ethics. |
| Human Values | Lessons from leaders, role of family, society, and educational institutions in inculcating values. |
| Attitude | Content, structure, function of attitudes, moral and political attitudes, influence on behavior. |
| Aptitude for Civil Services | Foundational values: integrity, impartiality, non-partisanship, objectivity, dedication to public service, empathy. |
| Emotional Intelligence | Concepts, dimensions, applications in administration and governance. |
| Moral Thinkers and Philosophers | Contributions from Indian and world thinkers, application of their teachings in contemporary issues. |
| Public Service Values | Ethical concerns in governance, laws and regulations, accountability, ethical governance challenges. |
| Governance Probity | Right to Information, transparency, codes of conduct, citizens' charter, corruption challenges. |
| Case Studies | Application of ethical principles and governance issues through real-life examples. |
General Studies-V
| Topics | Detailed Content |
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| History and Culture of UP | Historical contributions, ancient cities, architectural heritage, museums, and archaeology. |
| UP's Role in Freedom Struggles | Contributions of UP in pre and post-1857 struggles, eminent freedom fighters. |
| Social Issues in UP | Rural, urban, tribal issues, cultural festivals, music, folk dances, languages, and social customs. |
| Political System of UP | Governance structure, role of Governor, Chief Minister, State Assembly, State Council, Center-State relations. |
| Public Service in UP | Functions of the Public Service Commission, auditing, Advocate General, High Court jurisdiction. |
| Local Self-Government in UP | Urban and Panchayati Raj systems, public policy issues, rights-related challenges. |
| Good Governance in UP | Corruption eradication, Lokayukta, citizen charters, e-governance, RTI implementations. |
| Land Reforms in UP | Historical and current impacts on development and social structure. |
| Security Issues in UP | Linkage between development and extremism, internal security challenges, communication networks. |
| Medical and Health Issues in UP | Healthcare challenges, state policies, infrastructure development. |
| Education System of UP | Contributions to national development, current issues and reforms. |
| Welfare Schemes in UP | Implementation and impact of central and state welfare schemes. |
| Tourism in UP | Issues and prospects, cultural heritage, tourism policies, economic impact. |
General Studies-VI
| Topics | Detailed Content |
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| Economy of UP | Main features of the economy, state budgets, infrastructure development, physical resource management. |
| Trade and Commerce in UP | Industrial policies, trade dynamics, economic zones, investment opportunities. |
| UP Government Schemes | Welfare projects, human resource and skill development initiatives. |
| Investment in UP | Issues, impacts, public finance, fiscal policy, economic reforms. |
| Agriculture in UP | Commercialization, crop production challenges, agro-based industries, forestry policies. |
| Geography of UP | Geographical features, climate, irrigation, mineral resources, drainage systems, vegetation. |
| Pollution and Environmental Issues in UP | Environmental policies, Pollution Control Board functions, challenges and mitigation strategies. |
| Natural Resources of UP | Soil, water, air, forest resources, grasslands, wetlands, conservation efforts. |
| Science and Technology in UP | Advancements, issues, government efforts in promoting technology and innovation. |
| Public-Private Partnerships in UP | Development initiatives, impact on economic growth and infrastructure development. |
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