UPPSC PCS Previous Year Question Paper Pattern
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission — Provincial Civil Services
Conducted by Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC). Last verified: 2026-06-05. Always match this with the latest official notification before final preparation.
Prelims — Paper I (General Studies)
Marks
200
Time
120 min
Negative
−1/3 mark per wrong answer
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies (History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science, UP-specific) | 150 | 200 |
150 questions, each carrying marks as per official notification. UP-specific topics — UP economy, history, geography, art & culture — are important.
Prelims — Paper II (General Studies II / CSAT — qualifying)
Marks
200
Time
120 min
Negative
−1/3 mark per wrong answer
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Comprehension, Interpersonal Skills, Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, General Mental Ability, Arithmetic | 100 | 200 |
Minimum 33% required to qualify. Marks not counted for merit ranking.
Mains (Descriptive)
Marks
1500
Time
As notified
Negative
None
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Hindi & Essay | - | 150 |
| GS Paper I | - | 200 |
| GS Paper II | - | 200 |
| GS Paper III | - | 200 |
| GS Paper IV | - | 200 |
| Optional Paper I | - | 200 |
| Optional Paper II | - | 200 |
Important Topics
UP History, Culture & ArtUP Geography & DistrictsUP Economy, Agriculture & SchemesIndian Polity & ConstitutionEnvironment & EcologyScience & TechnologyInternational RelationsEthics & Integrity