UPPSC PCS 2025 Notification Released
Official notification announced — vacancy, eligibility, and exam schedule available in the PDF.
UPPSC PCS 2025 — Notification, Syllabus & Preparation
Everything aspirants need for UPPSC PCS (Provincial Civil Services) 2025: official notification summary, prelims & mains syllabus, optional subjects, exam pattern, eligibility, cutoffs, sample preparation plan and recommended books.
Updated: Nov 14, 2025
UPPSC PCS 2025
Notification, prelims & mains syllabus, eligibility and a preparation roadmap for UPPSC PCS aspirants.
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Prelims Exam Date (Tentative)
Preliminary examination dates will be confirmed in the notification and admit card — plan your revision accordingly.
About UPPSC PCS
UPPSC PCS (Provincial Civil Services) is the state-level civil service examination conducted by Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission to recruit officers for various administrative posts in the state. Selection follows a three-stage process: Preliminary (objective), Mains (descriptive) and Interview (Personality Test).
UPPSC PCS officers work across departments like revenue, district administration, development, and public welfare. Preparation requires long-term commitment, clear strategy for both prelims and mains and disciplined answer-writing practice for descriptive papers.
Notification Highlights
The notification contains vacancy details, exam schedule, eligibility, pay scale, selection stages, optional subjects, and application procedures. Download the official PDF from UPPSC website and follow instructions precisely.
How to Apply
- Register on UPPSC portal and create a profile.
- Fill the online application form and select the post(s)/optional subject.
- Upload documents (photo, signature, education proofs) as per specifications.
- Pay fee online and submit; save confirmation for records.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
A bachelor's degree from a recognized university in any discipline. Specific posts may require additional qualifications. Check the notification for post-wise eligibility.
Age Limit
Minimum and maximum age limits vary by post and category; general upper age limit commonly ranges between 21–40 years with relaxations for reserved categories as per government norms.
Exam Pattern — Prelims & Mains
UPPSC PCS selection typically follows: Prelims (objective screening), Mains (descriptive written) and Interview. Prelims usually contains two papers; Mains has multiple papers including optional subjects. Check notification for exact marks distribution.
| Stage | Paper | Type | Typical Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims | General Studies I & II (CSAT) | Objective | 200 + 200 |
| Mains | Essay, General Studies Papers, Optional Papers | Descriptive | 1000+ |
| Interview | Personality Test | Viva | 100–200 |
Important: Paper-wise marks, qualifying marks and negative marking rules are in the official notification. Use previous year papers to understand trend changes.
Detailed Syllabus — Prelims & Mains (Indicative)
Prelims — General Studies
- History of India & Indian National Movement
- Indian & World Geography
- Polity & Governance (Constitution, Public Policy)
- Economic & Social Development
- General Science & Environment
- Current Affairs (National & UP focus)
Mains — Papers & Focus Areas
Mains includes Essay, several General Studies papers (analytical, governance, economy, social issues) and two optional subject papers. Answer-writing practice, structure and examples are critical for scoring well in mains.
Optional Subjects — Choosing Strategy
Common optionals: History, Public Administration, Geography, Political Science, Sociology, Economics, Law, Agriculture, Anthropology. Choose based on overlap with GS, background and availability of quality resources/coaching.
Cutoff Guidance & Target Scores
UPPSC PCS cutoffs vary by vacancy and exam difficulty. Aim to score in the top percentile for mains qualification; strong optional + interview performance drastically improves final rank.
| Category | Prelims Target | Mains Competitive Total |
|---|---|---|
| General | 130–160 (out of 200) | 700–1000+ |
| OBC | 120–150 | 650–900 |
| SC/ST | 105–135 | 600–850 |
Preparation Roadmap — 9–18 Month Plan
Months 1–6: Foundation & Syllabus Coverage
- Finish NCERTs and standard texts for History, Polity, Geography.
- Start optional subject reading and build notes.
- Daily current affairs and state-specific developments (UP).
Months 7–12: Answer Writing & Depth
- Practice mains answer writing with time limits and peer review.
- Regular sectional tests for prelims and full-length mocks.
- Improve map skills, data interpretation and case studies for governance papers.
Final Phase: Revision & Interview Prep
- Weekly full mocks, previous year papers and revision sheets.
- Mock interviews and personality grooming.
- Focus on accuracy, fact recall and structured answers.
Daily Routine Sample
- 2 hours: Optional subject
- 1 hour: Current affairs & GS reading
- 1 hour: Mains answer writing (practice)
- 30–45 mins: Revision notes & quizzes
Long-term consistency, disciplined note-making and iterative improvement through mocks are keys to success in UPPSC PCS.
Recommended Books & Resources
- NCERTs (Class 6–12) for History, Geography, Polity.
- Bipan Chandra / Spectrum for Modern India; RS Sharma for Ancient History (select chapters).
- M. Laxmikanth — Indian Polity; S. K. Goyal for Indian Economy basics.
- Oxford / G.C. Leong for Geography (select topics).
- Optional subject standard texts & previous years’ mains answers.
- Quality test series for prelims & mains, and interview coaching if required.
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Frequently Asked Questions — UPPSC PCS 2025
What is UPPSC PCS?
Provincial Civil Services (PCS) is the state civil service for Uttar Pradesh — officers are selected via a three-stage exam (prelims, mains, interview) conducted by UPPSC.
How to choose optional subject?
Pick an optional based on academic background, overlap with GS, interest and resource availability. Strong optional marks significantly boost final ranking.
Does Prelims count towards final merit?
Prelims generally acts as a screening test; mains and interview are major contributors to final merit. Confirm in the latest notification whether prelims marks are carried forward.
Where to download official notification?
Download from the UPPSC official website — it is the legal document. Only rely on the PDF for final dates, eligibility and instructions.
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