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Here’s a detailed guide to the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) Combined State Civil/Upper Subordinate Services Examination, also known as the UKPSC PCS Exam.

1. Notification

• UKPSC releases the notification for the PCS exam annually, detailing the number of vacancies, eligibility criteria, and exam dates.
• The notification can be accessed on the UKPSC official website for updates on application dates and important information.

2. Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens.
• Age Limit: Generally, 21-42 years (age relaxation for reserved categories as per Uttarakhand state government rules).
• Educational Qualification:
  • A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in any discipline.
• Knowledge of the Local Language: Proficiency in Hindi and knowledge of Uttarakhand’s culture, history, and geography are advantageous.

3. Selection Procedure

The selection process for the UKPSC PCS Exam consists of three stages:

• Preliminary Examination: Objective-type screening test.
• Main Examination: Descriptive-type with multiple papers on General Studies and language.
• Interview/Personality Test: Final assessment for suitability and aptitude.

4. Exam Pattern

• Preliminary Exam:
  • Paper I: General Studies – 150 marks, 2 hours
  • Paper II: General Aptitude Test – 150 marks, 2 hours (qualifying in nature)
  • Both papers are objective-type with negative marking for incorrect answers.
• Main Exam:

  The UKPSC Mains examination contains papers on General Hindi, Essay Writing, and a selection of subjects determined by the candidate‘s area of specialization or preference. We have provided the UKPSC Mains Exam Pattern in the table below.

  UKPSC Mains Exam Pattern
  No.	Subject	Duration	Marks
  1	General Hindi	3 hours	150
  2	Essay	3 hours	150
  3	General Studies – I (Indian Heritage and Culture, World History and Geography and Society)	3 hours	200
  4	General Studies – II (Governance, Constitution, System of Governance, Social Justice and International Relations)	3 hours	200
  5	General Studies – III (Technology, Economic Development, Biodiversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management)	3 hours	200
  6	General Studies – IV (Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude)	3 hours	200
  7	General Studies – V (Uttarakhand State Information)	3 hours	200
  8	General Studies – VI (Information on Uttarakhand State)	3 hours	200
  	Total of Written Exam	–	1500

• Interview:
  • Carries 200 marks.
  • Final selection is based on the marks obtained in the Mains and Interview combined.

5. Preparation Tips

• Understand the Syllabus: Go through each topic in the UKPSC syllabus thoroughly, with particular attention to Uttarakhand-specific sections.
• Focus on Current Affairs: Stay updated on national and Uttarakhand-specific news, focusing on recent developments, government schemes, and policies.
• Build a Strong Foundation in Core Subjects: Master topics like history, geography, polity, economy, environment, and science, with an emphasis on Uttarakhand’s geography, culture, and social issues.
• Practice Language Skills: Develop proficiency in Hindi and English for the language paper in Mains, focusing on vocabulary, grammar, and essay writing.
• Mock Tests and Answer Writing: Regularly take mock tests to improve time management and accuracy. For Mains, focus on answer writing to enhance clarity, structure, and conciseness.
• Prepare for the Interview: Develop communication and analytical skills, stay updated on current affairs, and prepare questions related to Uttarakhand’s socio-economic and cultural aspects.

6. Syllabus Overview

• Preliminary Exam Syllabus:
  • General Studies: Covers current events, Indian and Uttarakhand history, geography, polity, economy, environmental issues, science and technology, and reasoning and mental ability.
  • General Aptitude: Tests logical reasoning, comprehension, decision-making, problem-solving, and data interpretation.