The Uttar Pradesh Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services Examination,commonly known as the UP PCS, is the premier state-level civil service exam conducted by the UPPSC (Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission).

The exam pattern has seen significant updates recently, most notably the removal of optional subjects in the Mains stage, replaced by two papers specifically dedicated to Uttar Pradesh general knowledge.

Selection Process:

The exam is a three-stage competitive process designed to filter for top administrative talent in the state.

Preliminary Examination:

The Prelims consists of two papers held on the same day. While both are out of 200 marks, they serve different purposes:

• Paper I (General Studies): 150 Questions. This determines your cutoff. If you don't clear the merit for this paper, you aren't shortlisted for Mains.

• Paper II (CSAT): 100 Questions. This is qualifying only. You must score at least 33% (66 marks).

• Negative Marking: There is a penalty of 0.33% for every wrong answer in both papers.

Mains Examination (The Major Shift)

The Mains exam is now entirely descriptive and comprises 8 papers. The removal of the optional subject has leveled the playing field for candidates from various academic backgrounds.

Note: Papers 7 and 8 focus heavily on the History, Culture, Economy, Polity, and Geography of Uttar Pradesh.

Personality Test (Interview)

Candidates who clear the Mains cutoff are called for the interview.

• Marks: 100
• Focus: The board assesses your character, expression, intelligence, and suitability for a career in public service, rather than just academic knowledge.

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: Minimum 21 years and Maximum 40 years (with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC and other categories as per UP state rules).

• Education: A Bachelor's Degree from any recognized university is the baseline. Some specific posts (like Sub-Registrar or Assistant Labor Commissioner) require specialized degrees in Law, Sociology, or Commerce.

Recent Status (2026 Cycle)

As of early April 2026:

• The 2025 cycle Mains were recently held (late March/early April).

• The 2026 Prelims are tentatively expected around June 2026, following the release of the official annual calendar.

Are you looking for the specific syllabus for the UP-centric GS papers, or do you need help with a study plan for the upcoming Prelims?

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