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UPPSC PCS
UPPSC Combined State Service (PCS) Prelims
UP PSC PCS Prelims — Paper 1 (GS, 150 Qs, 2 hr) + Paper 2 (CSAT, 100 Qs, 2 hr).
Updated 7 Sept 2026 ·Vacancy counts change every cycle — always confirm the exact number in the latest official notification before applying.
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UPPSC PCS eligibility
Verified against the official notification. Source ↗ · last reconciled 2026-05.
- Age
- 21 – 40 years (General)21-40 for General (raised from 35 to 40 in 2022). OBC: 21-43. SC/ST: 21-45. PwBD: +15 years. Reference date is 1 July of the exam year.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree (any discipline) from a recognised university. Final-year graduating students can apply for Prelims.
- Attempts
- No formal attempt limit — limited only by upper age cap.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen.
UPPSC PCS cutoffs
Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
Prelims GS Paper 1 cutoff (qualifying for Mains)
out of 200 marks (Paper 1 — Paper 2 / CSAT is qualifying at 33%)| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | General | 118.5 |
| 2023 | OBC | 117.5 |
| 2023 | EWS | 115.5 |
| 2023 | SC | 108.5 |
| 2023 | ST | 95.5 |
| 2022 | General | 127.5 |
| 2022 | OBC | 125.5 |
| 2022 | SC | 115.5 |
| 2022 | ST | 98.0 |
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
UPPSC PCS salary after selection
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Deputy Collector / SDM (UP PCS)
Pay Level 10 (UP)- Basic pay
- ₹56,100
- Gross monthly
- ₹85,000 – ₹95,000 (Lucknow/metro, after probation)
- Perks
- Government accommodation (entitled)
- Official vehicle
- Medical
- UP State NPS
- LTC
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
Block Development Officer / Treasury Officer (PCS)
Pay Level 9- Basic pay
- ₹53,100
- Gross monthly
- ₹78,000 – ₹88,000
Source: official ↗ · verified 2026-05.
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గత సంవత్సరాల పేపర్లు
100 అన్ని సంవత్సరాల్లో ప్రశ్నలుకొన్ని సంవత్సరాలకు పూర్తి పేపర్ కాదు, ఆ పేపర్లోని కొన్ని ప్రశ్నలు మాత్రమే ఉన్నాయి — ఎన్ని ఉన్నాయో ప్రతి కార్డు చూపుతుంది.
2025
250లో 20 ప్రశ్నలు
ఈ ప్రశ్నలు సాధన చేయండి →2024
250లో 20 ప్రశ్నలు
ఈ ప్రశ్నలు సాధన చేయండి →2023
250లో 20 ప్రశ్నలు
ఈ ప్రశ్నలు సాధన చేయండి →2022
250లో 20 ప్రశ్నలు
ఈ ప్రశ్నలు సాధన చేయండి →2021
250లో 20 ప్రశ్నలు
ఈ ప్రశ్నలు సాధన చేయండి →
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UPPSC PCS — Quick Practice
FULL20 ప్రశ్నలు · 240 నిమి
మాక్ ప్రారంభించండి →UPPSC PCS — 2025 (Previous Year)
FULL20 ప్రశ్నలు · 240 నిమి
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General Studies Paper 1
51 QsUttar Pradesh — Special Knowledge
41 QsCivil Services Aptitude Test (Paper 2)
28 Qs
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మీ ర్యాంక్
ఈ పరీక్ష తీసుకున్న అందరితో పోల్చితేలీడర్బోర్డ్లో మీరు ఎక్కడ ఉన్నారో చూడటానికి మాక్ తీసుకోండి.
Students
1
Mocks taken
2
Average score
57%
Top score
72%
What can I get from UPPSC PCS?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
Exceptional — top rank contenders
95–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector — top rank probability, first choice of posting and batch
- •DSP (Civil) — merit list topper range, premium postings guaranteed
- •Potential for top 50 All-India rank in final merit
- •Chairman's List strong contender (awarded to top 10-12 candidates)
- •Exceptional Prelims score; maintain consistency in Mains descriptive answers
- •Interview preparation critical for converting to top-10 final rank
Top 2% — merit list leaders
90–95% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector — virtually certain selection, choice of training academy batch
- •DSP (Civil) — merit list range, preferred district allocation
- •All Group A posts — high selection probability across services
- •Likely to secure rank in top 100-200 if Mains performance matches Prelims
- •Strong candidacy for Chairman's List (top 10-15 candidates)
- •Focus on personality test and current affairs for interview
Top 5% — highly competitive
80–90% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector — very high probability of selection and preferred cadre
- •DSP (Civil) — top-tier selection prospects with choice of district
- •Assistant Commissioner — premium postings in Lucknow/Noida regions
- •Block Development Officer — choice postings in developed blocks
- •District Employment Officer — labour department, urban postings
- •Prelims score puts you in top bracket; strong interview can secure top rank
Strong contenders — top tier posts
70–80% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector — likely selection in General category with good Mains score
- •DSP (Civil) — competitive for selection, better posting prospects
- •Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax) — strong probability of final selection
- •Regional Transport Officer — Group A, senior posting
- •District Information Officer — public relations department
- •Senior Treasury Officer — finance department, pay level 10
- •Excellent Prelims performance; maintain momentum through Mains
Competitive Mains zone
60–70% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector — likely allocation in home district or preferred region
- •DSP (Civil) — better chance of preferred posting location
- •Assistant Regional Transport Officer — Group B Gazetted, pay level 9
- •Assistant Commissioner (State Tax) — GST administration
- •District Minority Welfare Officer — social justice department
- •Good Prelims margin; focus on Mains answer writing and interview prep
Prelims qualifying range
50–60% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Deputy Collector — revenue administration, district postings
- •Deputy Superintendent of Police (Civil) — Group A Gazetted, law & order duties
- •Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax) — tax administration, pay level 10
- •Block Development Officer — rural development, NREGA implementation
- •Clear Prelims cut-off for all categories comfortably
- •Strong Mains preparation needed for final selection
Borderline — reserved category zone
35–50% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
Below cut-off range
0–35% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
News & timeline
See older updates →తాజా వార్తలు
The application correction window for UPPSC PCS 2026 is currently open until August 10, 2026, allowing candidates who made errors in their application forms to rectify details like category, domicile, gender, and date of birth before finalization.
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission extended the application deadline from July 27 to August 3, 2026, giving aspirants extra time to complete the registration process for approximately 500 Group A and Group B vacancies.
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission officially released the notification for the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 on June 25, 2026, with the Preliminary Examination scheduled for December 6, 2026.
ముఖ్యమైన తేదీలు
Notification released
గడిచిపోయిందిThu, 25 Jun, 2026
Application last date
గడిచిపోయిందిMon, 3 Aug, 2026
Extended from original deadline of July 27, 2026
Application correction window closes
గడిచిపోయిందిMon, 10 Aug, 2026
Last date to fix errors in category, domicile, gender, date of birth fields
Prelims Admit Card (expected)
76 రోజులు మిగిలాయిThu, 26 Nov, 2026
Typically released 7-10 days before exam; download from uppsc.up.nic.in
📍Prelims Examination
86 రోజులు మిగిలాయిSun, 6 Dec, 2026
Two objective-type papers on same day: GS-I (9:30-11:30 AM) and GS-II (2:30-4:30 PM)
Prelims Answer Key (expected)
100 రోజులు మిగిలాయిSun, 20 Dec, 2026
Usually released within 2-3 weeks after exam; objection window follows
Prelims Result (expected)
143 రోజులు మిగిలాయిMon, 1 Feb, 2027
Based on 2025 cycle: result was released about 7 weeks after exam on Dec 1, 2025
📍Mains Examination (expected)
246 రోజులు మిగిలాయిSat, 15 May, 2027
Typically held 4-5 months after Prelims result; written descriptive papers
Interview / Personality Test (expected)
385 రోజులు మిగిలాయిFri, 1 Oct, 2027
Final selection stage; held several months after Mains result declaration
Syllabus
ఏదైనా టాపిక్పై ట్యాప్ చేయండి — నోట్స్ + 10 ప్రశ్నల టాపిక్ టెస్ట్
General Studies Paper 1
Current Events of National & International Importance
Recent national/international news, awards, summits, sports, books — last 12-18 months.
History of India
Indian National Movement
INC sessions, Gandhian movements, revolutionary activities, partition, integration of states.
Indian Geography
World Geography
Continents, oceans, climatic regions, major physical features, world economic resources.
Indian Polity & Governance
Economic & Social Development
Environment & Ecology
General Science
Uttar Pradesh — Special Knowledge
History of Uttar Pradesh
Kosala, Magadha-era influence, Awadh, Mughal heritage in UP, 1857 revolt centres (Meerut, Lucknow, Kanpur, Jhansi).
UP in Freedom Struggle
Chauri Chaura, Kakori conspiracy, Lucknow Pact, role of UP leaders (Nehru, Patel ties, Rani Lakshmibai).
Geography of Uttar Pradesh
Bhabar, Tarai, Ganga plain, Bundelkhand plateau, Vindhyan region; rivers Ganga, Yamuna, Ghaghara, Gomti, Betwa, Ken.
UP Climate, Soil & Agriculture
Agro-climatic zones, alluvial soils, sugarcane, wheat, rice, pulses; major irrigation projects (Sarda Sahayak, Ramganga).
UP Demographics
Population distribution, district-wise density, urbanization, SC/ST/OBC composition, languages.
UP Administration
Governor, CM, state legislature (Vidhan Sabha & Vidhan Parishad), divisions, districts, blocks, panchayats.
UP Economy
GSDP composition, agriculture share, sugar industry, leather (Kanpur), handloom, ODOP scheme.
UP Industries
Sugar mills, brassware (Moradabad), glass (Firozabad), carpet (Bhadohi), chikankari (Lucknow), Noida-Greater Noida IT/auto.
UP-specific Schemes
Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana, Kanya Sumangala, Yuva Swarozgar, ODOP, UP Investors Summit, e-Sangini.
UP Art & Culture
Kathak (Lucknow gharana), thumri, dadra, Ramnami, Ramleela, Ayodhya/Mathura/Varanasi/Sarnath heritage.
UP Tourism & Heritage Sites
Taj Mahal (Agra), Fatehpur Sikri, Varanasi ghats, Ayodhya, Sarnath, Kushinagar, Vrindavan, Jhansi fort.
UP Famous Personalities
Tulsidas, Kabir, Premchand, Mahadevi Verma, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Indira Gandhi, Lakshmibai, Mayawati, Yogi Adityanath.
UP Current Affairs
Recent state schemes, infrastructure (Purvanchal/Bundelkhand expressways), Kumbh Mela, defence corridor, awards.
Civil Services Aptitude Test (Paper 2)
Comprehension
English and Hindi passage-based questions on main idea, vocabulary, inference.
Interpersonal Skills incl. Communication
Communication, empathy, conflict-resolution scenario questions.
Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
Syllogism, statement-conclusion, seating arrangement, blood relations, coding-decoding.
Decision Making & Problem Solving
Administrative scenario judgement; non-negative-marked in past UPPSC papers.
General Mental Ability
Analogy, classification, series, direction sense, Venn diagrams, alphabet test.
Basic Numeracy (Class X level)
Data Interpretation (Class X level)
Tables, bar/pie/line graphs — calculation-based questions.
General English (Class X level)
Grammar, fill-in-the-blanks, error spotting, synonyms/antonyms, sentence improvement.
General Hindi (Class X level)
संधि, समास, विलोम, पर्यायवाची, मुहावरे, लोकोक्तियाँ, अशुद्धि-शोधन, अपठित गद्यांश।