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SYLLABUS

3 STAGES – Preliminary Stage –> Mains Stage –> Personality Test – Interview
UPSC Prelims Syllabus

Generl Studies Paper 1 and CSAT-[Civil Services Aptitude Test]

UPSC Main Syllabus

Language Papers, Essay, General Studies 1, 2, 3, 4 & Optional Subjects

Exam Patern Prelim
Compulsory two (2) Papers
General Studies Paper-I
General Studies Paper-II (CSAT)
Total Questions in GS Paper-I
100 Objective Type Questions
Total Questions in [CSAT]
80 Objective Type Questions
Total Marks
400- [GS Paper-I – 200 Marks, CSAT – 200 Marks]
Negative Marking
One-third [1/3] of the total marks assigned to the question will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
Duration Alloted
GS Paper-I – 2 Hours   CSAT – 2 Hours
Prelim General Studies Paper - 1

This exam is designed to assess a candidate’s general awareness across various subjects, including Indian Polity, Geography, History, Indian Economy, Science and Technology, Environment and Ecology, International Relations, and related topics.

  1. Current events of national and international significance.
  2. Indian history and the national movements of India.
  3. Geography of India & the entire world, which includes social, economic & physical aspects.
  4. Indian Polity and Governance, covering the Constitution, political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy, and rights-related issues.
  5. Economic and Social Development, with emphasis on sustainable development, poverty alleviation, social inclusion, demographic trends, and initiatives in the social sector.
  6. General issues related to Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, and Climate Change – without requiring subject-specific expertise.
  7. General Science
Prelim CSAT Paper -2

  1. Reading comprehension

  2. Quantitative Aptitude

  3. Interpersonal and communication skills

  4. Logical reasoning and analytical ability

  5. Decision-making and problem-solving skills

  6. General mental ability

  7. Basic numeracy[class 10th level]

All CSAT candidates must score 33% or 66 marks out of 200 to clear the paper.  

UPSC Main Syllabus

UPSC Mains Exam Overview

  • Total Papers: 9 (2 qualifying + 7 for merit)

  • Total Marks: 1750 (excluding interview)

  • Type: Descriptive (written)

Qualifying Papers (Not counted for ranking)

Paper A – Indian Language (300 Marks)

  • Any one Indian language from the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution

  • Includes:

    • Comprehension

    • Precis writing

    • Translation (English ↔ chosen language)

    • Grammar and usage

    • Short essays

Paper B – English (300 Marks)

  • Comprehension

  • Precis writing

  • Grammar and usage

  • Vocabulary

  • Short essays

Candidates must secure at least 25% marks in each of these two papers to qualify.

Papers Counted for Merit (7 papers – 250 marks each)

Paper I – Essay

  • Write essays on multiple topics.

  • Choose one topic from each section (usually 2 sections).

  • Emphasis on coherence, organization, and content.

Paper II – General Studies I (GS-I)

Topics:

  • Indian Heritage and Culture

  • Indian History (Ancient to Modern)

  • World History (18th century onwards)

  • Indian Society (diversity, role of women, population, social empowerment)

  • Geography of the World and India (physical, economic, human)

Paper III – General Studies II (GS-II)

Topics:

  • Indian Constitution

  • Governance and Polity

  • Public Administration and Federalism

  • Social Justice (welfare schemes, vulnerable sections, health, education)

  • International Relations (India and its neighborhood, global groupings)

Paper IV – General Studies III (GS-III)

Topics:

  • Indian Economy and Planning

  • Agriculture and Food Security

  • Science & Technology

  • Environment and Ecology

  • Biodiversity and Climate Change

  • Internal Security

  • Disaster Management

  • Infrastructure and Investment

Paper V – General Studies IV (GS-IV) – Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude

Topics:

  • Ethics and Human Interface

  • Attitude, Emotional Intelligence

  • Civil Services Values and Ethics

  • Contributions of Moral Thinkers

  • Public/Civil Service Values

  • Probity in Governance

  • Case studies (usually 2–3)

Paper VI & VII – Optional Subject (2 papers, 250 marks each)

You can choose one subject; it has two papers:

  • Paper VI – Optional Paper 1

  • Paper VII – Optional Paper 2

Popular Optional Subjects

 

  • Geography

  • Public Administration

  • History

  • Sociology

  • Political Science & IR

  • Anthropology

  • Philosophy

  • Psychology

  • Literature of a chosen language