UPPSC PCS Notification 2025 Out: Check Exam Details & Apply Now
UPPSC PCS Notification 2025 was issued by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) on 20 February 2025. Uttar Pradesh Combined State/ Upper Subordinate Service (PCS) Examination 2025 is scheduled to take place on 12 October 2025. UPPSC PCS Online Application Window 2025 is open for those who want to apply for the UP PCS Examination 2025. Eligible candidates must complete and submit their application forms between 20 February and 4 April 2025.
UPPSC PCS Notification 2025 must be checked by the candidates. A total of 200 vacancies are announced by the UPPSC for the Combined State /Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2025. Candidates will be shortlisted for various administrative positions through the Preliminary Exam, Main Exam and Viva-Voce (Personality Test). Before applying online, candidates must complete the One Time Registration (O.T.R.) process and obtain a unique O.T.R. Number. Those who have not yet secured an O.T.R. Number should generate it from the commission’s website, at least 72 hours before submitting their online application.
UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2025
UPPSC PCS Notification 2025 is out with all the required details that candidates must know before filling out the application form. UP PCS Notification 2025 contains eligibility criteria, application date, application process, vacancy, exam date etc. Candidates are advised to submit their UPPSC PCS Application Form 2025 within the stipulated time to avoid last-minute technical difficulties. Scroll down this page to get updates on UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2025.
UPPSC PCS Exam 2025: Overview
UPPSC PCS Application Dates 2025 are announced by the UPPSC and candidates must submit the UPPSC PCS Application Form 2025 well before the deadline. In the below table, we are providing all the required information related to UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2025 for your reference:-
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UP PCS Exam Updates 2025 |
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Exam Conducting Organization |
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission |
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Exam Name |
Uttar Pradesh Combined State/ Upper Subordinate Service (PCS) Examination 2025 |
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Post Name |
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Vacancies |
200 |
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Application Dates |
20 February to 4 April 2025 |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Examination Mode |
Offline (Pen & Paper - OMR Based) |
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Exam Level |
State Level |
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Job Location |
Uttar Pradesh |
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Selection Process |
Three Stages:
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UPPSC PCS Important Dates 2025
UPPSC PCS Exam Date 2025 is announced through the UPPSC PCS Notification 2025 and candidates should start their exam preparation after submitting the online application. Check the below table to know all the important dates related to the UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2025:-
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Event |
Date |
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Notification Release Date |
20 February 2025 |
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Application Start Date |
20 February 2025 |
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Last Date to Apply |
4 April 2025 |
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Exam Date |
12 October 2025 |
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Admit Card Release Date |
To Be Announced |
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Answer Key |
To Be Announced |
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Result/Final Selection |
To Be Announced |
UP PCS 2025 Recruitment: Important Links
UPPSC PCS Notification PDF 2025 is available on the official website and candidates must check the UPPSC PCS Notification 2025 before applying. Candidates can get all the links related to the UP PCS Recruitment 2025 from the below table:-
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UP PCS Admit Card 2025 (Inactive) |
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UPPSC PCS 2025 Answer Key (Inactive) |
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UP PCS Result 2025 (Inactive) |
UPPSC PCS 2025 Vacancy
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has announced the UPPSC PCS 2025 vacancies through the UP PCS Notification 2025. There are around 200 vacancies for the UPPSC Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2025. Additionally, 10 vacancies have been released for the post of Assistant Conservator of Forest (A.C.F.). Vacancies for the Range Forest Officer (R.F.O.) will be included upon receipt of the requisition. The number of vacancies is subject to change based on requirements and circumstances.
UPPSC PCS Eligibility Criteria 2025
The UPPSC PCS Notification 2025, detailing the eligibility criteria, has been released. All interested candidates must thoroughly review the eligibility requirements before submitting their UP PCS Application Form 2025. Refer to this section for the complete UPPSC PCS Eligibility Criteria 2025:-
Nationality
All Indian Citizens are eligible to apply for this recruitment process.
Age Limit
Candidates must be at least 21 years old and not exceed 40 years of age as of July 1, 2025. This means they should have been born between July 2, 1985, and July 1, 2004.
Relaxation Age
Certain reserved category candidates are eligible for upper age limit relaxations. The extent of these relaxations varies based on the category. Refer to the table below for details on upper-age relaxations applicable for the UPPCS 2025 examination:-
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UP PCS Relaxation Age 2025 |
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Category |
UPPCS Age Relaxation |
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SC/ ST/ OBC of Uttar Pradesh |
5 years |
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Skilled players of recognized games (domicile of Uttar Pradesh) |
5 years |
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State Govt. employees of Uttar Pradesh |
5 years |
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Emergency Commissioned Officers of Uttar Pradesh |
5 years |
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Short Service Commissioned Officers of Uttar Pradesh |
5 years |
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Ex-Army Personnel of U.P. (with a minimum of five years of Army service) |
5 years |
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Physically Challenged Candidates of Uttar Pradesh |
15 years |
Educational Qualification
UPPSC PCS Educational Qualification has been detailed through the UP PCS Notification 2025 and candidates must check the educational qualification first before submitting the application form. Check the below table to know the UPPSC PCS Educational Qualification:-
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UPPSC PCS Educational Qualification |
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Post Name |
Educational Qualification |
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District Administrative Officer |
A Postgraduate Degree from a university established by law in India or an equivalent degree recognized by the Government. Equivalent Qualifications: Chartered Accountant, Company Secretary, or Cost & Works Accountant (I.C.W.A.) certification recognized in India. Preferential Qualification: A Diploma or Degree in Public Administration from a university established by law in India or an institution recognized by the Government. |
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Labour Enforcement Officer |
A Bachelor's Degree with Economics, Sociology, or Commerce, along with a Postgraduate Diploma in Law, Labor Relations, Labor Welfare, Labor Law, Commerce, Social Work, Social Welfare, Business Administration, or Personnel Management. Alternatively, a Postgraduate Degree in the relevant field is also acceptable. |
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Food Safety Officer |
Important Condition: Equivalent Qualifications A Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Degree in the following disciplines from a recognized university/institution: Food Technology Disciplines:
Agricultural Science Disciplines:
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District Audit Officer/ Assistant Director/ Senior Lecturer, Local Fund Audit Department, Uttar Pradesh |
Equivalent Qualifications (as per Government Notification dated 14-02-2024): Candidates with BBA, ICWA, CS, or CA qualifications are also considered equivalent to a Commerce graduate. |
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Sub Registrar |
A Law Graduate with working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari Script. |
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District Health Education and Information Officer |
A Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology or Social Science from a university established by law in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by a recognized university. Note: A Bachelor’s program in Social Science includes the following subjects:
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Assistant Commissioner and Assistant Registrar (Cooperative) |
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District Audit Officer/ Cooperative Sociaties, Assistant Director and Panchayat Audit |
Equivalent Qualifications: Candidates holding any of the following degrees are also eligible:
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Assistant Labour Commissioner |
A Postgraduate Degree in Economics, Sociology, Commerce, Law, Labor Relations, Labor Welfare, Labor Law, Social Work, Social Welfare, Business Administration, or Personnel Management from a university established by law in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government is required. |
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Assistant Commissioner, Industries (Enforcement) |
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Assistant Research Officer |
A Postgraduate Degree in Chemistry from a university established by law in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government. Recognized Equivalent Qualifications (as per Government Notification dated 03-01-2025): Candidates with any of the following specializations are also eligible:
Preferential Qualification: Candidates who meet any of the following criteria will be given preference in direct recruitment:
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Assistant Prosecution Officer (Transport) |
Equivalent Qualifications (As per Uttar Pradesh Government, Transport Department Notification No. 124/2024/3052/Three-3-2024, dated 22-11-2024): The following integrated law degrees are considered equivalent to a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) for the position of Assistant Project Officer (Transport):
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Technical Assistant (Chemistry) |
A Postgraduate Degree in Chemistry with a minimum of 50% marks from a university established by law in India. |
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Assistant Conservator of Forest |
A Bachelor’s degree with at least one of the following subjects: Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Geology, Forestry, or Statistics, OR a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Engineering from a university established by law in India or a foreign university approved by the Central Government, OR a qualification recognized as equivalent by the Government. |
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Range Forest Officer |
A Bachelor’s Degree with at least two or more of the following subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Forestry, Geology, Agriculture, Statistics, Horticulture, and Environment, OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Engineering, or Veterinary Science from a university established by law in India, OR a qualification recognized as equivalent by the Government. |
Note:- Preferential Qualification for the above-mentioned positions except Assistant Research Officer are as follows:
(1) served in the Territorial Army for at least two years or
(2) obtained a “B” certificate in N.C.C. will be given preference in direct recruitment, provided other conditions remain the same.
Physical Measurement
Physical measurements will be applicable based on Service Rules or specific requisitions for positions such as Deputy Superintendent of Police, Superintendent of Jail, District Commandant Home Guards, Excise Inspector, and Deputy Jailor, subject to post availability. Refer to the table below for a clear picture of physical requirements:-
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UP PCS Physical Measurement |
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Category of Candidates |
Height / Weight |
Chest |
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For the post of D.S.P. |
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For Male candidates belonging from General, Other Backward Classes of Citizens and Scheduled Castes |
165 cm |
84-89 |
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For Scheduled Tribes |
160 cm |
79-84 |
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For female candidates belonging to the General category, Other Backward Classes of Citizens, and Scheduled Castes. |
152 cm |
Not Applicable |
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For Scheduled Tribes |
147 cm |
Not Applicable |
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Minimum weight requirement for female candidates across all categories. |
40 Kg. |
Not Applicable |
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UP District Commandant Home Guards Post |
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Male Candidates |
165 cm |
84-89 |
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Female Candidates |
150 cm |
79-84 |
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For the Candidates of Scheduled Tribes and Candidates of Kumayun and Gadhwal Division. |
160 cm |
84-89 |
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For the post of Superintendent of Jail |
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Others |
168 cm |
81.3-86.3 |
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Candidates of kumayun and Gadhwal Divisions |
163 cm |
81.3-86.3 |
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For the post of Excise Inspector |
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Male Candidates |
167 cm |
81.2-86.2 |
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Female Candidates (SC./ST.) |
147 cm |
Not Applicable |
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For other Female Candidates |
152 cm |
Not Applicable |
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For the post of Deputy Jailor |
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For Male Candidates |
168 cm |
81.3 -86.3 |
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For Female Candidates |
Height: 152 cm Weight: 45 to 58 k.g. |
Not Applicable |
UPPSC PCS Application Process 2025
Aspirants must submit their UPPSC Application Form 2025 carefully to be eligible for the UPPCS 2025 Exam. Fill out your application form by following the steps outlined below.
- Visit the UPPSC's official website.
- Under the heading Activity Dashboard, look for the Uttar Pradesh Combined State/Upper Subordinate 2025 apply link.
- A new window opens; select the UPPSC PCS 2025 exam and then click the Apply button.
- Fill out all the required information for the UPPSC PCS registration process.
- Pay the online application fees according to your category.
- Upload the scanned copies of required documents, such as photographs, signatures, and educational certificates, in the prescribed format.
- To complete the UPPSC PCS application form 2025, click submit.
- Print the same page for your records.
Application Fee and Payment Mode
The application fee for the UPPSC PCS 2025 Exam varies based on the candidate's category. The application fee fixed by the commission for different categories is as follows:
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Category |
Application Fees |
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General/OBC/ EWS |
Rs 125 |
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SC/ ST |
Rs 65 |
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Physically Disabled |
Rs 25 |
UPPSC PCS Selection Process 2025
The selection process of the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Service examination consists of the following three stages:
- Preliminary Examination
The preliminary exam will be objective in nature, including multiple-choice questions. There will be two papers worth 200 marks each.
- Mains Examination
Only such candidates will be eligible for the Main (written) examination who are declared successful in the Preliminary Examination. The nature of the main exam will be descriptive. In this phase, the candidates have to write answers/responses in answer sheets provided to them (pen and paper based exam).
Note:
Successful candidates must fill out another application form for the Main Examination, following the Commission's instructions.
- Personality Test:
The Personality Test (Personality Test) will be the final round of the selection process. The candidates who clear the final phase of the examination will be appointed to the positions after all their documents have been verified. Following the conclusion of the Selection Process, the final merit list will be released.
UPPSC PCS 2025 Exam Pattern
The UPPSC Exam Pattern has changed since the UPPCS Prelims in 2018. The new UPPSC Exam Pattern, the optional paper has been revamped and two papers (paper 5 and paper 6) based on Uttar Pradesh Special Knowledge have been introduced.
Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Examination, i.e. the first stage of the UPPSC exam, consists of two papers: Paper I (General Studies-I) and Paper II (General Studies-II or CSAT).
- The UPPSC PCS preliminary examination is conducted in offline mode, where candidates are required to fill the OMR sheets to answer any question.
- The exam will be of 400 marks and each paper carries a maximum of 200 marks.
- The duration of the examination is 120 minutes (2 hours).
- Both papers consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions.
Check the details of the UPPSC PCS prelims exam in the table below:
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Paper |
No. of Questions |
Max. Marks |
Duration |
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G.S. Paper - I |
150 |
200 |
2 hours |
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G.S. Paper - II (Qualifying) |
100 |
200 |
2 hours |
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Total |
250 |
400 |
4 hours |
Note:
For each incorrect answer given by the candidate, one-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as a penalty.
Main Examination
The UPPCS Mains Exam Pattern has been updated as well. The two optional subjects have been eliminated, and the exam will now consist of eight compulsory papers. The specifics of this are provided below.
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Subject |
Type of Paper |
Max. Marks |
Duration |
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General Hindi |
Conventional |
150 |
3 hours for each paper |
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Essay |
Conventional |
150 |
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General Studies (First Paper) |
Conventional |
200 |
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General Studies (Second Paper) |
Conventional |
200 |
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General Studies (Third Paper) |
Conventional |
200 |
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General Studies (Fourth Paper) |
Conventional |
200 |
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General Studies (Fifth Paper) |
Conventional |
200 |
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General Studies (Sixth Paper) |
Conventional |
200 |
Note:
- No candidate shall be admitted to the examination unless he or she possesses the admit card issued by the Commission.
- If a candidate's handwriting is difficult to read, marks may be deducted from the total.
- A candidate may answer question papers in English Roman Script, Hindi Devnagri Script, or Urdu Persian Script, but the language papers as a whole must be answered in any of the above scripts unless otherwise specified in the question paper.
- The question papers will be written in English (Roman Script) and Hindi (Devnagri Script).
- The standard of knowledge required of candidates in compulsory papers will be that of a young man with a Bachelor's Degree from a university.
Personality Test (Viva-Voce)
The Personality Test will be the final stage of the selection process. It has a weightage of 100 marks. The test will cover topics of general interest while keeping academic interests in mind, as well as general awareness, intelligence, character, expression of power/personality, and general suitability for the service.
The UPPSC PCS Syllabus 2025
The UPPSC PCS (Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission Provincial Civil Services) 2025 syllabus covers various subjects and topics. Check out the subjects and topics we have provided here based on the 2025 notification for both the Prelims and Main exams.
Preliminary Examination:
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Subject |
Topics |
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General Studies Paper - I |
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Current Affairs |
Current Events of National and International Importance |
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History |
History of India - Social, economic, and political aspects of Indian History. Indian National Movement - The nature and character of the freedom movement, the rise of nationalism, and the attainment of independence. |
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Geography |
Geography of India and the World (Physical, Social, and Economic) |
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Indian Polity and Governance |
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Economic and Social Development |
The candidates will be tested concerning problems and relationships of:
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General Science |
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General Studies Paper - II |
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Mathematics |
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General English |
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Reasoning |
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सामान्य हिंदी |
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Note:- Candidates are expected to have a general understanding of the subjects listed above, with a focus on Uttar Pradesh.
Main Examination
The main examination consists of eight compulsory papers. The most recent and comprehensive UPPCS Mains Syllabus for each paper is provided below.
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Subject |
Topics |
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General Hindi |
दिये हुए गद्य खण्ड का अवबोध एवं प्रश्नोत्तर, संक्षेपण सरकारी एवं अर्धसरकारी पत्र लेखन, तार लेखन, कार्यालय आदेश, अधिसूचना, परिपत्र शब्द ज्ञान एवं प्रयोग रस उपसर्ग एवं प्रत्यय प्रयोग विलोम शब्द वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द वर्तनी एवं वाक्य शुद्धि, मुहावरे |
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Essay |
The Essay question paper will be divided into three sections. Candidates will be required to choose one topic from each section and write an essay of 700 words on each topic. Section A: (1) Literature and Culture. (2) Social sphere. (3) Political sphere. Section B: (1) Science, Environment and Technology. (2) Economic Sphere (3) Agriculture, Industry and Trade. Section C: (1) National and International Events. (2) Natural Calamities, Land slide, Earthquake, Deluge, Drought, etc. (3) National Development programmes and projects. |
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GENERAL STUDIES-I |
History and Culture Modern Indian History The Freedom Struggle Post-independence India History of the world Indian Society and Culture Role of Women liberalization, privatization and globalization Social empowerment Natural Resources of World/India Physical Geography Oceanic resources of India Population and Settlements |
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GENERAL STUDIES-II |
Indian Constitution Role of Finance Commission Parliament and State legislatures Executive and the Judiciary Representation of the People's Act NITI Aayog Government policies Role of Civil Services India's relationship (with neighbouring Countries) Current affairs |
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GENERAL STUDIES-III |
Economics Budgets Major Crops and subsidies Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, etc. Science and Technology Disaster Management International Security |
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GENERAL STUDIES-IV |
Ethics Attitude Aptitude Emotional Intelligence Thinkers and philosophers (India and the world) Probity in Governance Case studies |
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Paper 5 & 6, GENERAL STUDIES- V & VI (Based on Uttar Pradesh Special) |
Syllabus for G.S. Paper 5 and 6 will be issued separately on the official website of the commission |
UPPSC PCS Admit Card 2025
The UPPCS Admit Card for separate examination dates will be generally available one week before the exam. Follow the steps outlined below to obtain your UPPCS admit card once available.
- To obtain the UPPCS 2025 Admit Card, visit the commission’s official website.
- Click on the admit card link given under the Candidate’s Help Desk section.
- Login to the portal with your registration number and password/date of birth.
- Check all the details carefully once your admit card is displayed on the screen.
- Download and take a printout of the admit card for future reference.
Note:
The UPPCS Admit Card will include your name, exam centre, photograph, and signature. Print multiple copies of the UPPCS Admit card to avoid any last-minute hassles. To appear in the UP PCS exam, candidates must bring the original and valid photo ID proof along with the UPPSC PCS admit card 2025 to the exam centre.
UPPSC PCS Answer Key 2025
UPPSC PCS Answer Key 2025 will be uploaded by the UPPSC on its official website. Answer Key will contain the correct answers to each question. Candidates can use the UP PCS Answer Key to evaluate their marks before the official result declaration. Once the UP PCS Answer Key 2025 will be out, we will provide the direct link to download the UP PCS Answer Key here for your reference:-
UP PCS Answer Key 2025 (Inactive)
UPPSC PCS Result 2025
UPPSC PCS Result 2025 will be declared by the UPPSC once the exam is successfully conducted and candidates can check their result by following the below-provided steps:-
- Visit the official UPPSC website.
- In the advertisement section, locate the notification titled “List of Selected Candidates in Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Exam 2025.”
- Click on the UP PCS Result link to open the result PDF file.
- The result PDF will appear on the screen. Download it to your device.
- Press Ctrl + F to quickly find your roll number in the list of shortlisted candidates.
- If your roll number is listed, start preparing for the next stage of the selection process.
UPPSC PCS 2025 Exam Cut-off
The UPPSC PCS Cut-off is the minimum qualifying score required for candidates to advance to the next stage of the selection process. When setting the UPPSC PCS cut-off marks, the commission considers several factors, including:
- Total number of vacancies
- Total number of candidates appearing for the exam
- Difficulty level of the General Studies Paper-I
Once the UPPSC PCS Cut-off Marks are officially released, this section will be updated accordingly.
UPPSC PCS 2025 Salary
UPPSC PCS Salary details 2025 are announced in the UPPSC PCS Notification 2025 and candidates can check the salary details from the below-provided table as well:-
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UPPSC PCS Salary Details 2025 |
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Post Name/ Exam Name |
Salary |
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Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services Examination |
As per the 6th Pay Commission, the pay scale ranges from ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 with a Grade Pay of ₹4,600 (except for Naib Tehsildar, whose Grade Pay is ₹4,200) to ₹15,600 – ₹39,100 with a Grade Pay of ₹5,400. |
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Assistant Conservator of Forest |
₹15,600 – ₹39,100, with a Grade Pay of ₹5,400 (Level-10 in the pay matrix: ₹56,000 – ₹1,77,500), Group "B", Gazetted. |
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Range Forest Officer of Forest |
₹9,300 – ₹34,800, with a Grade Pay of ₹4,800 (Level-8 in the pay matrix: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100), Group "B", Gazetted. |
Note:- In addition to a competitive salary package, candidates receive various perks and benefits, including study leave, government housing, transport allowances, and more.
UPPSC PCS Preparation Tips 2025
Preparing for the UPPSC PCS (Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission Provincial Civil Services) examination requires a strategic approach and effective study techniques. Here are some preparation tips that will help you in your UPPSC PCS exam preparation:
- Understand the Exam Pattern and Syllabus
- Create a Study Plan
- Refer to Reliable Study Material
- Practice Previous Year's Question Papers
- Develop Answer Writing Skills
UPPSC PCS Previous Year Question Papers
Another best way to prepare is to practice with the previous year question paper. To access official UPPSC PCS (Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission Provincial Civil Services) question papers, you can visit the official website of UPPSC at www.uppsc.up.nic.in.
- Look for the “Previous Papers” or “Question Paper” section on the website. It is located under the “Downloads” or “Examination” tab.
- Once you access the question paper section, you may find a list of previous years' question papers. Choose the year and paper of your choice (e.g., UPPSC PCS Prelims, UPPSC PCS Mains) that you want to download.
- Click on the download link or the PDF icon associated with the desired question paper. The previous year question paper will be downloaded to your device.
The detailed solutions for this previous year's papers are available on our website.
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Registration Dates |
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Admit Card Date |
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