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JKPSC Paper II Syllabus

Jammu & Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS) — Combined Competitive Exam

6
Topics
42
Sub-topics
100
Questions

Paper II is one of 4 sections in the JKPSC syllabus. It has 6 topics and 42 sub-topics, tested in JKPSC Mains Paper II (Jammu & Kashmir-specific — UNIQUE), with about 100 questions (200 marks). General Studies (Jammu & Kashmir-specific — UNIQUE to JKPSC).

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JKPSC Paper II: topic-wise syllabus

  1. 1

    Jammu & Kashmir History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~5 marks

    Maurya, Kushan, Mughal (Akbar, Jahangir — Gardens), Sikh, Dogra Dynasty, British, J&K Accession 1947, Article 370, Reorganization 2019, Freedom Struggle Contributions, Jammu & Kashmir State Formation, Per Official Notification

    • Jammu & Kashmir — Ancient Period (with Jammu & Kashmir connections)
    • Jammu & Kashmir — Medieval Period (Sultanate, Mughal, regional dynasties)
    • Jammu & Kashmir in 1857 Revolt and Early Freedom Movement
    • Jammu & Kashmir Freedom Struggle — Local movements and leaders
    • Jammu & Kashmir in National Movement (Gandhian Era, INA)
    • Jammu & Kashmir State Formation and Post-Independence Reorganization
    • Jammu & Kashmir — Important Personalities and Historical Figures
  2. 2

    Jammu & Kashmir Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Location, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Tawi, Indus, Lidder, Kishenganga (Neelum), Climate, Soils, Jammu & Kashmir Districts, Per Official Notification

    • Jammu & Kashmir Location, Physical Features, Districts, Divisions
    • Jammu & Kashmir Rivers — Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Tawi, Indus, Lidder, Kishenganga (Neelum)
    • Jammu & Kashmir Climate, Monsoon, Natural Vegetation, Forest Cover
    • Jammu & Kashmir Soil Types, Agriculture, Major Crops
    • Jammu & Kashmir Industries, Mineral Resources, Power Resources
    • Jammu & Kashmir Water Resources, Irrigation, Major Projects
    • Jammu & Kashmir Wildlife, Sanctuaries, National Parks, Biodiversity
  3. 3

    Jammu & Kashmir Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    GSDP, Industries, Agriculture, State Budget, Schemes, Per Official Notification

    • Jammu & Kashmir State Economy — GSDP, Per Capita Income, Sectoral Composition
    • Jammu & Kashmir Agriculture — Major Crops, Irrigation, Marketing
    • Jammu & Kashmir Industries — Major Industrial Sectors, MSME
    • Jammu & Kashmir Tourism — Major Destinations, Cultural Tourism
    • Jammu & Kashmir State Budget, Fiscal Position, Tax Revenue
    • Jammu & Kashmir Government Schemes — Recent Welfare Initiatives
    • Jammu & Kashmir Economic Reforms, Future Plans, Investment
  4. 4

    Jammu & Kashmir Polity & Administration (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Srinagar (Summer), Jammu (Winter) (Capital), Governor, CM, Legislature, Per Official Notification

    • Jammu & Kashmir State Formation History
    • Jammu & Kashmir — Capital (Srinagar (Summer), Jammu (Winter)), Major Cities, Districts
    • Jammu & Kashmir Governor, Chief Minister, Council of Ministers
    • Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council (if applicable)
    • Jammu & Kashmir High Court and District Administration
    • Jammu & Kashmir Panchayati Raj (3-Tier), Urban Local Bodies
    • Jammu & Kashmir State Election Commission, Lok Ayukta, Administration
  5. 5

    Jammu & Kashmir Culture & Heritage (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Languages, Festivals, Cuisine, Tribes (Kashmiri, Dogri, Gujjar, Bakerwal, Balti, Dard, Ladakhi, Pahari), Per Official Notification

    • Jammu & Kashmir Languages, Literature, and Dialects
    • Jammu & Kashmir Festivals — Eid, Lohri (in Jammu), Navreh (Kashmiri New Year), Baisakhi, Har Navum, Urs
    • Jammu & Kashmir Cuisine — Rogan Josh, Yakhni, Kashmiri Pulao, Dum Olav (Potato), Kahwa, Sheer Chai, Tsok Vangun, Modur Pulao
    • Jammu & Kashmir Tribal Communities — Kashmiri, Dogri, Gujjar, Bakerwal, Balti, Dard, Ladakhi, Pahari
    • Jammu & Kashmir Folk Dances, Music, and Performing Arts
    • Jammu & Kashmir Handicrafts, Handlooms, and Arts
    • Jammu & Kashmir Architecture, Religious Sites, and UNESCO Sites (if any)
  6. 6

    Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge & Landmarks (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~3 marks

    Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens (Shalimar, Nishat), Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Pahalgam, Vaishno Devi, Amarnath, Leh-Ladakh, Zojila Pass, Kargil, Important Personalities, Per Official Notification

    • Jammu & Kashmir Major Landmarks — Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens (Shalimar, Nishat), Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Pahalgam, Vaishno Devi, Amarnath, Leh-Ladakh, Zojila Pass, Kargil
    • Jammu & Kashmir Important Personalities — Historical and Contemporary
    • Jammu & Kashmir Government Initiatives, Digital Programs, Smart Cities
    • Jammu & Kashmir Education and Universities, Research Institutions
    • Jammu & Kashmir Health Infrastructure, Major Hospitals, AIIMS (if any)
    • Jammu & Kashmir Sports, Cultural Events, Film Industry (if any)
    • Jammu & Kashmir Recent Current Affairs and Government Schemes

Frequently asked questions

What topics are in the JKPSC Paper II syllabus?

Paper II for JKPSC has 6 topics: Jammu & Kashmir History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Jammu & Kashmir Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Jammu & Kashmir Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Jammu & Kashmir Polity & Administration (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Jammu & Kashmir Culture & Heritage (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) and Jammu & Kashmir General Knowledge & Landmarks (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), with 42 sub-topics in all.

How many questions come from Paper II in JKPSC?

About 100 questions (200 marks) in JKPSC Mains Paper II (Jammu & Kashmir-specific — UNIQUE). Always check the latest notification, as numbers can change.

Which Paper II topics matter most for JKPSC?

By weightage in the syllabus data: Jammu & Kashmir History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) (~5 marks), Jammu & Kashmir Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) (~4 marks), Jammu & Kashmir Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) (~4 marks).

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Compiled from official notifications for study purposes. Always confirm with the conducting body's latest notification.