One of the most prominent and sought-after civil service exams in India is the UPPSC PCS (Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission Provincial Civil Service) test. It provides opportunities for administrative positions in the state government and is run by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission. The extensive testing procedure evaluates applicants based on a number of factors, including interviews, elective courses, and general studies.
Individuals have a rare opportunity to support state government, public administration, and policy making through UPPSC PCS. An interview, the main examination, and a preliminary examination are all part of the selection process. Numerous subjects are covered in the syllabus, such as geography, history, current events, and general aptitude.
Feature | Details |
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Number of Vacancies | Varies depending on the year (typically around 250-350) |
Posts | Provincial Civil Services (PCS) officers in various departments of the Uttar Pradesh government |
Selection Process | Three stages: Prelims, Mains, Interview |
Prelims Exam | Objective-type test |
Subjects: General Studies (History, Polity, Economy, Geography, Science, Current Affairs, UP) and General Hindi | |
Duration: 3 hours | |
Mains Exam | Subjective-type test |
Event | Tentative Dates (2024) |
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Notification Release | March 2024 |
Application Form Availability | March 2024 |
Application Form Deadline | April 2024 |
Admit Card Download (Prelims) | June 2024 |
Prelims Exam | June 2024 |
Prelims Result | July 2024 |
Admit Card Download (Mains) | September 2024 |
Mains Exam | September 2024 |
Mains Result | December 2024 |
Interview | January - February 2025 |
Final Result | March 2025 |
Notification Release: Keep an eye on the official UPPSC website or leading newspapers for the release of the UPPSC PCS Exam 2024 notification. This document contains crucial details such as eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and application dates.
Online Registration: Visit the official UPPSC website and find the link for online registration. Create an account if you're a new user or log in if you already have an account.
Fill Application Form: Complete the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details. Ensure that all information matches your official documents.
Upload Documents: Scan and upload the required documents, such as your photograph, signature, educational certificates, and any other documents as specified in the application form.
Application Fee Payment: Pay the application fee using the available online payment methods. The fee details are usually provided in the official notification.
Submit Application: After completing the form and payment, submit your application. Take a printout of the confirmation page or note down the application number for future reference.
Download Admit Card: Once the application process is closed, UPPSC will release the admit cards. Download and print your admit card from the official website.
Appear for the Exam: On the scheduled date, go to the exam center with your admit card and a valid ID proof.
Check Results: After the exam, UPPSC will release the results on its official website. Check your results using your roll number or registration details.
Educational Qualification Certificates: Copies of your academic certificates and mark sheets to demonstrate your eligibility for the exam.
Identity Proof: A valid government-issued ID proof such as Aadhar card, passport, voter ID, or driver's license.
Date of Birth Proof: Birth certificate or class 10th certificate indicating your date of birth.
Passport-sized Photograph: Recent passport-sized color photographs with specified dimensions. Check the official notification for the exact requirements.
Signature: Scanned copy of your signature in the specified format.
Category Certificate (if applicable): If you belong to a reserved category, you may need to provide a caste certificate as per the prescribed format.
Domicile Certificate: Proof of your residence or domicile in the state if required.
Experience Certificate (if applicable): If the notification specifies any experience requirements, provide relevant experience certificates.
Payment Receipt: Keep a copy of the payment receipt for the application fee.
Nationality: Indian Citizen
Age Limit:
Educational Qualification:
Additional Criteria:
Relaxations in Age Limit:
Region | Number of Centers (Approximate) |
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Allahabad | 15-20 |
Lucknow | 15-20 |
Agra | 5-10 |
Kanpur | 5-10 |
Varanasi | 5-10 |
Other Districts | 2-5 (each) |
Category | Application Fee (2024) |
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General / OBC | ₹225 |
SC / ST | ₹105 |
PH | ₹25 (for all categories) |
Stage | Paper | Subjects | Marks | Time |
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Prelims | Paper 1 | General Studies | 400 | 3 hours |
- Indian History & Culture (Ancient, Medieval, Modern) | 100 | - | ||
- Indian Polity & Economy | 100 | - | ||
- International Relations & General Science | 50 | - | ||
- Geography of India & World | 50 | - | ||
- Current Events of National & International Importance | 50 | - | ||
- Uttar Pradesh: History, Culture, Geography, Economy, Polity, Administration | 50 | - | ||
Paper 2 | General Hindi | 200 | 2 hours | |
- Objective Hindi Language & Comprehension | 80 | - | ||
- Hindi Essay Writing | 120 | - | ||
Mains | Paper I | General Studies- I | 200 | 3 hours |
- Indian History & Culture (Ancient, Medieval, Modern) | 70 | - | ||
- Indian Society & Social Issues | 60 | - | ||
- World History & General Knowledge | 30 | - | ||
- Essay Writing in English | 40 | - | ||
Paper II | General Studies- II | 200 | 3 hours | |
- Indian Constitution, Public Administration & Law | 60 | - | ||
- Indian Economy & Development | 60 | - | ||
- International Relations & Security | 40 | - | ||
- Science & Technology & Environment | 40 | - | ||
Paper III | General Studies- III | 200 | 3 hours | |
- Indian Agriculture & Rural Development | 60 | - | ||
- Infrastructure & Technology in India | 40 | - | ||
- Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude | 50 | - | ||
- Disaster Management & Internal Security | 50 | - | ||
Paper IV | Optional Subject | 200 | 3 hours | |
- Choose one from a list of 30+ diverse subjects | ||||
Essay | Essay Paper | 200 | 3 hours |
Feature | Details |
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Number of Vacancies | Approximately 250-350 (varies based on departmental requirements) |
Posts | Various administrative positions across diverse departments of the Uttar Pradesh government |
Selection Process | Three stages: Prelims, Mains, Interview |
Prelims Exam | Objective-type test |
Subjects: General Studies (History, Polity, Economy, Geography, Science, Current Affairs, UP) and General Hindi | |
Duration: 3 hours | |
Mains Exam | Subjective-type test |
Subjects: General Studies (Papers I-IV), Hindi, Optional Paper (one from a list of 30+), Essay | |
Duration: 25 days (5 papers, 3 hours each) | |
Interview | Personality test |
Duration: 30 minutes |
Subject | Book Title(s) | Author(s) |
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Indian History & Culture | India's Ancient Past | R.S. Sharma |
India's Medieval History | Thapar | |
Modern India | Bipin Chandra | |
Indian Polity & Economy | Introduction to the Constitution of India | D.D. Basu |
Indian Economy | Mishra & Puri | |
International Relations & General Science | Global Politics | John Baylis & Steve Smith |
Objective General Science | R.P. Sinha | |
Geography of India & World | Geography of India | Majid Husain |
Certificate Physical & Human Geography | G.C. Leong | |
Current Events | Manorama Year Book | M. Year Book |
Uttar Pradesh: History, Culture, etc. | Uttar Pradesh: Today & Tomorrow | V.B. Singh |
Uttar Pradesh District Gazetteers (Select Relevant Ones) | Government of Uttar Prades |