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UKPSC PCS Syllabus 2024

The UKPSC PCS Exam Syllabus 2024 has been released by the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) along with the recruitment Notification for the 189 state civil servants through the Uttarakhand Combined State (Civil) Senior Subordinate Services Examination. Candidates can download the UKPSC PCS Prelims and Mains Exam Syllabus through the link provided in the article below.

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Candidates Applying Online for the Uttarakhand Combined State (Civil) Senior Subordinate Services Examination, had to prepare for the Prelims and Mains. To do well, it’s important to get ready for both of these tests. You should study the topics listed in the syllabus carefully. You can download a detailed syllabus for both Prelims and Mains from the PDF link provided below.

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UKPSC PCS Syllabus 2024: Overview

Candidates aged between 21 to 42 years who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree are eligible to apply online for the State Civil / Upper Subordinate Services examination. Applicants will then undergo a selection process, based on their performance in the Preliminary, Mains, and Interview Exams conducted by the board selection for 232 vacancies will be further proceed.

Candidates can find more detailed eligibility criteria and selection process information for the UKPSC PCS State Civil / Upper Subordinate Services examination 2024 as provided below.

Particulars	Details
Exam Conducting Body	UKPSC
Category	Syllabus and Exam Pattern
Exam Mode	Offline
Number of Papers	Prelims: 2, Mains: 8
Any Option Papers for Mains?	No
Total Marks	Prelims: 300 (150 marks each)
	Mains: 1500
Exam Duration	Prelims: 2 hours for each paper
	Mains: 3 hours for each paper
Official Website	https://psc.uk.gov.in/

UKPSC PCS Selection Process 2024

The UKPSC Recruitment 2024 selection process has several steps to thoroughly evaluate candidates for the job positions.

Preliminary Written Exam (Stage-1)
Mains Written Exam (Stage-2)
Interview (Stage-3)
Document Verification (Stage-4)
Medical Examination (Stage-5)

UKPSC PCS Prelims Exam Pattern

The UKPSC PCS prelims exam has two papers for general studies with objective-type questions.
Paper I covers topics such as geography, politics, economics, history, and the environment.
Paper II assesses candidates’ aptitude, comprehension, logical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
Each incorrect answer results in a deduction of 1/4 marks.

Papers	Subjects	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Paper I	General Studies	150	150(01 mark for each question)	2 hours (120 minutes)
Paper II	General Studies	Unit 1 – 80 questions Unit 2 – 20 questions	150(1.5 mark for each question)	3 hours (180 minutes)

UKPSC PCS Prelims Exam Syllabus

The Preliminary Examination for the UKPSC PCS includes two main components: General Studies and General Aptitude (CSAT).

General Studies:

Current events: National and international news significance.
Indian History: Including the Indian National Movement.
Geography: Covers physical, social, and economic aspects of India and the world.
Indian Polity and Governance: Constitution, political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy, and rights issues.
Economic and Social Development: Topics include sustainable development, poverty, inclusion, demographics, and social sector initiatives.
Environmental Issues: Covers ecology, biodiversity, and climate change.
General Science: Basic scientific knowledge across various disciplines.

General Aptitude (CSAT):

Comprehension: Understanding and interpreting written passages.
Interpersonal Skills: Communication and interaction abilities.
Logical Reasoning: Ability to analyze and draw conclusions.
Decision-making: Making choices based on evaluation and reasoning.
Problem-solving: Finding solutions to complex issues.
General Mental Ability: Overall cognitive skills and mental agility.

UKPSC PCS Mains Exam Pattern

The UKPSC PCS mains examination comprises various papers, all featuring subjective-type questions.
The duration for each paper is 3 hours.

Question Paper	Subject	Time	Marks
1	General Hindi	3 hours	150
2	Essay	3 hours	150
3	General Studies-I	3 hours	200
4	General Studies-II	3 hours	200
5	General Studies-III	3 hours	200
6	General Studies-IV	3 hours	200
7	General Studies-V (Knowledge of State of Uttarakhand)	3 hours	200
8	General Studies-VI (Knowledge of State of Uttarakhand)	3 hours	200
Total			1500

Interview/Personality Test: 150 Marks.
Grand Total (Written + Interview): 1650 Marks.
Note: All question papers are compulsory. Minimum 35% marks are required in the General Hindi paper.

UKPSC PCS Mains Exam Syllabus

Language: General Hindi and English Grammar and Essay

Comprehensive understanding of Hindi and English grammar.
Essay writing skills in both languages.

Indian History, National Movement, Social & Culture:

Art Forms, Literature, and Architecture from ancient to modern times
The Freedom Struggle – stages and important contributors
Modern Indian history from the middle of the eighteenth century till present
Salient features of Indian Society
Diversity of India
Role of women and women’s organization
Population and associated issues
Poverty and developmental issues
Urbanization, problems, and remedies
Effects of globalization on Indian society
Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism & secularism

Indian Administration, Social Justice & International Relations:

Indian Constitution
Functions and responsibilities of Union and States
Issues and challenges in federal structure
Governance, transparency, and accountability
Role of civil services in a democracy
Structure and functioning of Executive and Judiciary
Ministries and Departments of the Government
Pressure groups and associations
Separation of powers and disputes redressal mechanisms
Development processes and the role of NGOs, SHGs, etc.
Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections
Comparison of Indian constitutional scheme with other countries
Parliament and State Legislatures
Government policies and interventions for development
Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources
Issues relating to poverty and hunger
Important International institutions, agencies, and fora
India’s neighborhood relations and global groupings and agreements
Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India

India & World Geography:

Geophysical phenomena
Post-independence consolidation and reorganization
Physical geography of the world
Distribution of key natural resources
Factors responsible for the location of industries
Changes in critical geographical features
Economic & Social Development
Major crops and cropping patterns
Irrigation systems and related issues
Farm subsidies and minimum support prices
Indian Economy and planning
Inclusive growth
Government Budgeting
Food processing industries
Effects of liberalization
Public Distribution System
Challenges to internal security
Security forces and agencies

General Science & Technology:

Technology missions
Infrastructure development
Science and technology applications
Achievements in science & technology
Conservation and environmental issues
Awareness in IT, Space, Computers, etc.
Disaster management

General Interest & Conduct Science:

Ethics and Human Interface
Human Values
Attitude and its influence
Probity in Governance
Contributions of moral thinkers
Public/Civil Service Values and Ethics
Aptitude and foundational values
Emotional intelligence concepts

UKPSC PCS Syllabus 2024: FAQs

How many papers are there in the UKPSC PCS mains examination?

There are eight papers in the UKPSC PCS mains examination covering various subjects including General Hindi, Essay, General Studies, and others.

Are all question papers compulsory in the UKPSC PCS mains examination?

Yes, all question papers in the UKPSC PCS mains examination are compulsory.

What is the marking scheme for the UKPSC PCS mains examination?

For every incorrect answer, 1/4 marks will be deducted in the UKPSC PCS mains examination.

Is there a minimum passing requirement in any specific paper of the UKPSC PCS mains examination?

Yes, it is mandatory to obtain a minimum of 35% marks in the General Hindi paper of the UKPSC PCS mains examination.

How much time is allocated for each paper in the UKPSC PCS mains examination?

Each paper in the UKPSC PCS mains examination is for a duration of 3 hours.

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