Indian History
4 topics · 25 sub-topics
- Ancient India
- Medieval India
- Modern India
- Post-Independence India & Freedom Struggle
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State PSC Preliminary Examination Syllabus and Exam Pattern
State PSC Preliminary Examination
- Sections
- 10
- Topics
- 45
- Sub-topics
- 200
- Questions
- 575
- Marks
- 1150
The State PSC Preliminary Examination (State PSC Preliminary Examination) syllabus is organised into 10 sections: Indian History, Indian Geography, Indian Polity and Governance, Indian Economy, General Science, Environment and Ecology and 4 more. Together they cover 45 topics and 200 sub-topics. Below you will find every section's topics, the exam pattern and answers to common questions.
Where the marks are
Share of total marks by section
- Indian History13%150 marks · 75 Qs
- Indian Geography13%150 marks · 75 Qs
- Indian Polity and Governance13%150 marks · 75 Qs
- Indian Economy13%150 marks · 75 Qs
- General Science9%100 marks · 50 Qs
- Environment and Ecology9%100 marks · 50 Qs
- Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability9%100 marks · 50 Qs
- State-Specific Section (Uttar Pradesh)9%100 marks · 50 Qs
- Science and Technology6%75 marks · 35 Qs
- General Knowledge and Current Affairs6%75 marks · 40 Qs
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Ancient India
Medieval India
Modern India
Post-Independence India & Freedom Struggle
Exam pattern at a glance
- Indian History75 questions · 150 marks · 13% of stage · 4 topics
- Indian Geography75 questions · 150 marks · 13% of stage · 3 topics
- Indian Polity and Governance75 questions · 150 marks · 13% of stage · 5 topics
- Indian Economy75 questions · 150 marks · 13% of stage · 4 topics
- General Science50 questions · 100 marks · 9% of stage · 3 topics
- Environment and Ecology50 questions · 100 marks · 9% of stage · 4 topics
- Science and Technology35 questions · 75 marks · 6% of stage · 4 topics
- Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability50 questions · 100 marks · 9% of stage · 7 topics
- State-Specific Section (Uttar Pradesh)50 questions · 100 marks · 9% of stage · 6 topics
- General Knowledge and Current Affairs40 questions · 75 marks · 6% of stage · 5 topics
State PSC Preliminary Examination section-wise syllabus
Indian Geography
3 topics · 17 sub-topics
- World Geography
- Indian Physical Geography
- Indian Economic & Social Geography
Indian Polity and Governance
5 topics · 25 sub-topics
- Indian Constitution & Fundamental Rights
- Union & State Executive
- Judiciary
- Panchayati Raj & Urban Governance
- Public Policy & Rights Issues
Indian Economy
4 topics · 20 sub-topics
- Basic Economic Concepts
- Budget & Banking
- Agriculture & Food Security
- Industrial Policy & External Sector
General Science
3 topics · 18 sub-topics
- Physics Basics
- Chemistry Basics
- Biology Basics
Environment and Ecology
4 topics · 18 sub-topics
- Ecology & Ecosystems
- Biodiversity & Conservation
- Pollution & Environmental Degradation
- Climate Change & Environmental Acts
Science and Technology
4 topics · 13 sub-topics
- Space Technology
- IT & Computers
- Defence Technology
- Biotechnology & Nanotechnology
Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability
7 topics · 21 sub-topics
- Analogies & Classification
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations & Family Trees
- Syllogism & Venn Diagrams
- Number & Alphabet Series
- Ranking, Clock & Calendar
- Data Sufficiency & Data Interpretation
State-Specific Section (Uttar Pradesh)
6 topics · 24 sub-topics
- State History
- State Geography
- State Economy
- State Culture & Heritage
- State Governance & Administration
- State Schemes & Policies
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
5 topics · 19 sub-topics
- Current Events (National & International)
- Sports
- Awards & Honours
- Books & Authors
- Important Days & Themes
Frequently asked questions
What is the State PSC Preliminary Examination syllabus?
The State PSC Preliminary Examination syllabus has 10 sections: Indian History, Indian Geography, Indian Polity and Governance, Indian Economy, General Science, Environment and Ecology, Science and Technology, Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability and 2 more. Together they cover 45 topics and 200 sub-topics.
How many questions come from each State PSC Preliminary Examination section?
Indian History: 75 questions (150 marks); Indian Geography: 75 questions (150 marks); Indian Polity and Governance: 75 questions (150 marks); Indian Economy: 75 questions (150 marks); General Science: 50 questions (100 marks); Environment and Ecology: 50 questions (100 marks); Science and Technology: 35 questions (75 marks); Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability: 50 questions (100 marks); State-Specific Section (Uttar Pradesh): 50 questions (100 marks); General Knowledge and Current Affairs: 40 questions (75 marks). Numbers can change with each notification.
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Is this the official State PSC Preliminary Examination syllabus?
It is compiled from the official State PSC Preliminary Examination notification and exam pattern for study purposes. The conducting body can change the syllabus, so always confirm with the latest official notification.
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