Sikkim PSC Syllabus 2024, Exam Pattern and Preparation Tips

Sikkim PSC Syllabus 2024

The Sikkim Public Service Commission (SPSC) publish the Sikkim PSC Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2024 for Under Secretary, Deputy Superintendent of Police and Accounts Officer positions on its official website http://spscskm.gov.in/. For those gearing up for the Sikkim PSC exam, having a comprehensive understanding of the SPSC Sikkim Syllabus 2024 is crucial. The syllabus knowledge enhances preparation by covering all the essential topics for the SPSC exam.

This article below contains the details of the prelims, mains exam pattern and syllabus. Read full article to have the comprehensive explanation and topic wise syllabus.

Sikkim PSC Syllabus 2024 Overview

Below table presents the highlights of the eligibility criteria required for the SPSC 2024

Particulars	Details
Exam Conducting Authority	Sikkim Public Service Commission (SPSC)
Exam Name	Sikkim PSC 2024
Sikkim PSC Salary	Rs. 85,000 to 92,000
Selection Process	Preliminary Mains Interview
SPSC Exam Level	State Level
Age Limit	Minimum Age: 21 years Maximum Age: 35 years
Educational Qualification	Graduation Degree
Number of Attempts	General categories – 4 OBC candidates – 7 SC/ST candidates – No limit
Experience	No any prior experience
Job Location	Sikkim
Official Website	http://spscskm.gov.in/

Sikkim PSC Exam Pattern

Sikkim PSC – Prelims Exam Pattern

The Sikkim PSC Preliminary exam is a qualifying test that screens candidates for the Main examination. It consists of two papers, Paper I, and Paper II, each conducted for 2 hours and 200 marks. Paper I covers General Studies, while Paper II covers Aptitude and Reasoning. Negative marking of 0.33 is done for every wrong answers.

Paper	Subject	Exam Type	Number of Marks	Duration
Paper I	General Studies	Objective	200	2 Hours
Paper II	Aptitude Test	Objective	200	2 Hours
	Total		400	4 Hours

Sikkim PSC – Mains Exam Pattern

The main exam is both Objective/MCQ type and Conventional/Essay type in nature. This examination consists four papers and conducted for total of 1200 marks. Paper A is language paper, qualifying in nature and conducted for 300 marks. Marks scored in paper I, II, and III are considered for merit.

Paper	Subject	Number of Marks	Duration
Paper A	English	300	3 Hours
Paper I	General Studies	300	3 Hours
Paper II	Optional Subject Paper 1	300	3 Hours
Paper III	Optional Subject Paper 2	300	3 Hours
	Total	1200	12 Hours

Sikkim PSC Syllabus

Sikkim PSC Syllabus for Preliminary

Paper I- General Studies

• Current events of National and International importance.
• History of India and Indian National Movement.
• India and World Geography- Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and World.
• Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights & Issues, etc.
• Economic and Social Development – Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.
• General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity, and Climate Change – that do not require subject specialization.
• General Science.

Paper II- Aptitude Test

• Comprehension
• Interpersonal skills including communication skills;
• Logical reasoning and analytical ability
• Decision-making and problem-solving
• General mental ability
• Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc- Class X.)
• Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency, etc.- Class X).

Sikkim PSC Syllabus – Mains

Paper A- English

• Comprehension
• Precis Writing
• Usage and Vocabulary
• Short Essays

Paper I- General Studies

• Indian Culture
• Modern Indian History
• The Freedom Struggle
• Post Independence Consolidation
• History of the World, etc.

Read More: Sikkim PSC Salary

Sikkim PSC Selection Process

Sikkim PSC Eligibility Criteria

Paper II & Paper III- Optional Subject

Candidates may choose any optional subject from the list of optional subjects given below:

• Agriculture
• Animal Husbandry
• Anthropology
• Botany
• Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Commerce and Accountancy
• Economics
• Electrical Engineering
• Geography
• Geology
• History
• Law
• Management
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Medical Science
• Philosophy
• Political Science and International Relations
• Psychology
• Public Administration
• Sociology
• Statistics
• Zoology
• Literature of any of the following languages i.e. English, Nepali Hindi

Sikkim PSC 2024 Preparation Tips

1. Understand the Syllabus and Exam Pattern:
   • Gain a complete understanding of the Sikkim PSC syllabus, including subjects like Indian polity, history, geography, economy, science, and technology, current affairs, etc.
   • Familiarize yourself with the marking system and exam pattern.
2. Create a Study Strategy:
   • Develop a study schedule covering all syllabus subjects, allocating sufficient time to each.
   • Follow the study schedule diligently and incorporate regular revisions.
3. Practice with Previous Years’ Papers:
   • Solve previous years’ question papers to grasp the exam format.
   • Enhance time management skills and identify weak areas through practice.
4. Improve Writing Skills:
   • Focus on developing writing skills, practice essay writing, and learn to express ideas concisely.
   • Prepare for the essay writing questions in the Mains Exam.
5. Stay Informed:
   • Keep up to date with current events and developments across various sectors.
   • Read newspapers, magazines, and follow relevant websites and social media handles for the latest information.

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