The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) conducts the Lower PCS (Combined Lower Subordinate Services) Exam at the state level to recruit candidates for various Group C posts in Uttar Pradesh. The selection process typically includes one written examination based on a prescribed syllabus.

· Exam Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)

· Total Questions: 100

· Total Marks: 100

· Duration: 2 Hours

· Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer

· Language: hindi and english where applicable

🧠 New Syllabus Structure for UPSSSC Lower PCS 2026

The latest syllabus is organized into three major sections — each carrying a specific number of marks. You should focus on every section as outlined below:

📌 Part‑1: General Awareness & Core Subjects (65 Questions – 65 Marks)

This part covers a range of general studies and current affairs topics:

Topic

Questions

Marks

History of india & indian National Movement

5

5

Indian Constitution & Polity

5

5

Geography of india & World

5

5

Indian Economy & Social Development

5

5

Current events (National & International)

5

5

Science & Technology

10

10

Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management

10

10

Data Interpretation

10

10

General Hindi

10

10

👉 Includes modern indian history, polity and governance, national events, basic science & environment, and hindi language topics.

💻 Part‑2: Computer & Information Technology (15 Questions – 15 Marks)

This section assesses basic understanding of:

· Computer fundamentals and terminology

· Hardware & software basics

· Internet, networking, WWW, email

· microsoft Office (Word, Excel basics)

· IT applications and e‑governance

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📍 Part‑3: General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh (20 Questions – 20 Marks)

This part tests your knowledge about the state of Uttar Pradesh, including:

· history and culture of UP

· Geography and physical features

· Economy, agriculture, and industry

· Administrative structure and polity

· Renowned personalities and heritage sites

· Recent state‑level developments and current affairs

📊 Key Changes in 2026 Syllabus

According to the latest notifications:

· Mathematics and Reasoning topics have been removed from the syllabus — previously included in earlier versions — making way for more emphasis on Science & Technology and Data Interpretation.

· The pattern now closely data-aligns with other UPSSSC exams like Lekhpal, focusing on general awareness, state GK, and basic IT knowledge.

📚 Subject‑Wise Topics (Core Areas to Focus On)

1. General Awareness / GKS

· indian and Uttar Pradesh history

· Geography of india & UP

· indian Constitution and governance

· Economy and social development

· Awards, books & authors, sports

· Important national/international events

2. General Hindi

· Grammar and vocabulary

· Sentence correction

· Idioms and proverbs

· Official correspondence formats

· Comprehension passages

3. Science & Technology

· Everyday science basics

· Recent advancements and innovations

· Environment and ecosystem concepts

4. Data Interpretation

· Basic charts and tables

· Simple calculations and analysis

5. Computer & IT

· MS‑Office fundamentals

· Internet and networking basics

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🧩 How to Use the Syllabus Effectively

· Create subject‑wise study notes based on this latest syllabus.

· Cover core general studies areas first, then move to Computer & UP GK sections.

· Practice previous years’ question papers and mock tests data-aligned with this revised pattern.

 

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