UPSC

Prelims — General Studies Paper I

• Current events of national and international importance
• History of India and the Indian National Movement
• Indian and World Geography — physical, social and economic geography
• Indian Polity and Governance — Constitution, political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy and rights issues
• Economic and Social Development — sustainable development, poverty, inclusion, demographics and social-sector initiatives
• Environmental ecology, biodiversity and climate change
• General Science

Prelims — General Studies Paper II (CSAT)

• Comprehension
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Logical reasoning and analytical ability
• Decision making and problem solving
• General mental ability
• Basic numeracy and data interpretation at the prescribed level
• English language comprehension skills

Mains — Qualifying Papers

• Paper A: Indian Language
• Paper B: English
• Comprehension, précis writing, vocabulary, short essays and language usage

Mains — Essay & General Studies

• Essay: multiple topics requiring coherent, relevant and concise argument
• GS I: Indian heritage and culture, history, society and geography
• GS II: governance, Constitution, polity, social justice and international relations
• GS III: technology, economic development, biodiversity, environment, security and disaster management
• GS IV: ethics, integrity and aptitude

Mains — Optional Subject

One optional subject is chosen from the UPSC-prescribed list and is examined through two papers. Choose the subject only after reviewing the current notification and your academic strengths.

Personality Test

Interview/personality assessment follows the written stages. Preparation should cover the application profile, current affairs, communication, judgement, integrity, awareness of India and the candidate’s state/region.