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UPPSC is a state public service exam. Check age range, qualification, and category relaxations in the official notification before applying.
UPPSC · State PCS 2025-26
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission
UPPSC - PCS Prelims has 150 questions where History (20-24%) and Geography (16%) together account for roughly 40% of the paper. UP-specific content — Awadh history, Ganga-Yamuna doab geography, and state schemes — is woven throughout multiple subjects.
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Age: 21-40 years (category relaxations apply)
Qualification: Bachelor degree from a recognized university
Nationality: Indian citizen
Exam pattern
Prelims: Objective screening — 150 questions, 200 marks. 2 marks per correct answer, −⅔ negative marking. No blank penalty.
Mains: Descriptive stage with GS depth and answer quality focus.
Interview: Personality and decision-making assessment.
Exam at a glance
Preparation strategy
Use high-frequency topics as anchor points for weekly planning.
Keep mock analysis as important as mock attempts.
Integrate current affairs with static notes for better recall.
Starter plan
Day 1-30: Build timetable, complete diagnostics, and begin core GS.
Day 31-60: Structured prelims tests and answer writing expansion.
Day 61-90: Revision-first mode with full-length simulations.
Exam execution checklist
- Keep revision fixed every week.
- Analyze every mock and maintain an error log.
- Integrate state current affairs with static notes.
Need paper-wise syllabus?
Open the detailed syllabus page for prelims and mains topic bullets.
Open detailed syllabusPYQ moat: attempt + insights
Attempt previous year papers online, then use trend-backed insight reports to prioritize revision.
Quick orientation
Notification focus
- Watch UPPSC - PCS cycle notices for prelims, mains, and interview schedule details.
- Track UPPSC application windows, exam stage dates, and category-wise updates early.
Interview readiness focus
- Personality and decision-making assessment.
- Build clarity on governance issues, ethics, and state-context awareness.
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UPPSC exam FAQs
What is the UPPSC exam pattern for prelims and mains?
UPPSC follows a stage-wise flow with prelims, mains, and interview. Use this page for a practical pattern summary and the detailed syllabus page for paper-wise scope.
How should I use UPPSC PYQs in preparation?
Use previous year papers to identify recurring topics, then prioritize revision based on weak areas and trend-backed insights.
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