UPPSC 2026 – Syllabus & Optional Subjects
The UPPSC (Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission) conducts the PCS/Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Examination. Below you will find the complete syllabus for Prelims & Mains, plus a full list of optional subjects — with our special highlighted video-course optional subjects.
📌 Prelims Syllabus & Pattern
The Preliminary exam consists of two objective-type papers:
- Paper I – General Studies I: 200 marks (used for merit) — covers current events, history, geography, polity, economy, environment, science, with special reference to Uttar Pradesh. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Paper II – CSAT (General Studies II): 200 marks (qualifying only) — comprehension, reasoning, decision-making & basic numeracy. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
📘 Mains Syllabus & Pattern
As per the latest notification, the Mains exam includes eight descriptive papers:
| Paper No. | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Hindi | 150 |
| Paper II | Essay | 150 |
| Paper III | General Studies I | 200 |
| Paper IV | General Studies II | 200 |
| Paper V | General Studies III | 200 |
| Paper VI | General Studies IV | 200 |
| Paper VII | General Studies V (UP-Specific) | 200 |
| Paper VIII | General Studies VI (UP-Specific) | 200 |
📝 Note: According to multiple sources, the “optional subject papers” have been removed and replaced by UP-specific Compulsory GS Papers V & VI. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
📚 Full List of Optional Subjects (for past cycles / reference)
This list is provided for your awareness. If/when UPPSC reintroduces optional subject papers, you may refer to this list. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Agriculture & Veterinary Science
- Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Anthropology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Commerce & Accountancy
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering (Video Course Available: English & Hinglish)
- English Literature
- Geography
- Geology
- Hindi Literature
- History
- Law
- Management
- Mathematics (Video Course Available: English & Hinglish)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Science
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Science & International Relations
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Sanskrit Literature
- Sociology
- Statistics
- Zoology
- Agricultural Engineering
- Urdu Literature
🎯 Why Highlighted Optional Subjects (Video Courses)?
At Indian Civils, we provide fully-developed **video courses (English & Hinglish)** for the following optional subjects: Mathematics and Electrical Engineering. These are ideal for aspirants looking for structured, bilingual instruction and strong numeric/technical optional preparation.
Although optional papers appear to be discontinued for the most recent cycle, having these optional-video resources still assists aspirants who may shift to other exams (including national/state), or for revision of technical topics that overlap with GS Papers.
🔍 Important Points for Aspirants
- Ensure you refer to the latest official notification of UPPSC for the current year before finalising study strategy.
- Focus strongly on the UP-specific GS Papers V & VI — including state economy, culture, governance, resources of Uttar Pradesh.
- Even if optionals are not used currently, keeping a technical/optional video course helps strengthen your background and may help in variants or competitive advantage.
- Use the links and resources we provide to integrate your test-series with syllabus mapping and revision schedule.