UPPCS Prelims Syllabus
| Paper | Subjects | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: General Studies (GS-I) | History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment, Science & Tech, Current Affairs | Ancient, Medieval, Modern History, Indian & World Geography, Constitution, Governance, Indian Economy, Environmental Issues, Science, National & International Events |
| Paper 2: CSAT (Qualifying) | Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Mental Ability, Basic Mathematics | Reading Comprehension, Decision Making, Analytical Ability, Data Interpretation, Class 10th level Mathematics |
UPPCS Mains Syllabus
| Paper | Subjects | Marks | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | Divided into three sections | 150 | Current Affairs, Society, Economy, Environment, Literature, Science |
| General Hindi | Hindi Language & Grammar | 150 | Hindi Grammar, Essay Writing, Precis, Letter Writing |
| GS-I | History, Geography, Culture | 200 | Ancient, Medieval, Modern History, Indian Culture, Physical & Economic Geography |
| GS-II | Polity, Governance, International Relations | 200 | Indian Constitution, Public Administration, International Relations, Social Justice |
| GS-III | Economy, Science & Tech, Environment | 200 | Economic Development, Agriculture, Disaster Management, Science & Technology |
| GS-IV | Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude | 200 | Ethics & Human Interface, Emotional Intelligence, Case Studies |
| Optional Subject (Any One) | Various subjects available | 200 | History, Geography, Public Administration, Political Science, Sociology, etc. |
UPPCS Interview (Personality Test)
- Marks: 100
- Focus Areas: Candidate’s personality, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Decision Making, Leadership Skills
Eligibility Criteria for UPPCS Exam
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Must be an Indian citizen |
| Age Limit | Minimum: 21 years, Maximum: 40 years (as of 1st July of the exam year) |
| Age Relaxation | – SC/ST/OBC of UP: 5 years (Up to 45 years) – PwD candidates: 15 years (Up to 55 years) – Ex-Servicemen: 5 years relaxation – Sports Quota: 5 years relaxation |
| Educational Qualification | – A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. – Some posts may require specific qualifications. |
| Physical Standards (for certain posts like Dy. SP, Jail Superintendent, etc.) | – Height: 165 cm (Men), 152 cm (Women) – Chest: 84 cm (Men, with 5 cm expansion) |
UPPCS Examination Pattern
A. Prelims Exam (Objective Type)
| Paper | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies (GS-I) | 150 | 2 Hours |
| Paper 2 | CSAT (Qualifying, 33% Minimum) | 100 | 2 Hours |
B. Mains Exam (Descriptive Type)
| Paper | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Hindi | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 2 | Essay | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 3 | General Studies-I | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 4 | General Studies-II | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 5 | General Studies-III | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 6 | General Studies-IV | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 7 | Optional Subject (Any One) | 200 | 3 Hours |
C. Interview (Personality Test)
| Stage | Marks |
|---|---|
| Personality Test (Interview) | 100 |
Final Selection: Based on Mains (1500 marks) + Interview (100 marks) = 1600 Marks
Number of Attempts
- General Category: No limit (up to 40 years)
- OBC/SC/ST: As per age relaxation rules
Application Process
- Apply online at uppsc.up.nic.in
- Application Fee:
- General/OBC: ₹125
- SC/ST: ₹65
- PwD: ₹25
Exam Centers
- Conducted across major districts of Uttar Pradesh
- Candidates choose exam centers while applying
