The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the revised syllabus for the Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Graduate Level) Main Examination 2026. Candidates preparing for the UP Lower PCS examination can download the detailed syllabus PDF from the official website. The syllabus includes subject-wise topics, exam pattern, and marking scheme for the Main examination.
Quick Overview: UPSSSC Lower PCS Syllabus 2026
| Organization | UPSSSC |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Lower PCS (Various posts like Assistant Treasury Accountant, Auditor, Amin, Executive Officer, etc.) |
| Exam Name | Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Graduate Level) Main Examination-2026 |
| Syllabus Status | Released (Revised) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Total Subjects | Multiple (General Studies + Computer/IT + UP GK) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Official Website | Visit |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | March 30, 2026 (approx.) |
| Application Start Date | 29/05/2026 |
| Application Last Date | 18/06/2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Before Exam |
| Result Date (Expected) | To be announced |
UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject/Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1: Subject Related Knowledge (General Studies) | 70 | 70 | 120 Minutes |
| Part-2: Computer & IT | 15 | 15 | - |
| Part-3: UP General Information | 20 | 20 | - |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 120 Minutes |
Note: Detailed breakup in Part-1 includes History (5), Polity (5-10), Geography (5), Economy (5-10), Current Events (5), Science & Tech (10), Environment (10), Data Interpretation (10), General Hindi (10).
Marking Scheme
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +1 |
| Wrong Answer | –0.25 (1/4th negative marking) |
| Unattempted Question | 0 |
| Question Type | MCQ (Objective) |
| Total Marks | 100 |
UPSSSC Lower PCS Syllabus 2026 – Subject-Wise Topics
1. Part-1: Subject Related Knowledge (General Studies)
- History of India and Indian National Movement: Social, cultural, economic & political aspects; Freedom movement, rise of nationalism.
- Indian Polity and Constitution: Constitutional development, Indian political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy.
- Geography of India and World: Physical, social & economic geography; Agriculture, population, urbanization.
- Indian Economy and Social Development: Planning, NITI Aayog, SDGs, budget, globalization, infrastructure.
- Current Events: National & International importance (last 6-12 months).
- Science and Technology: Applications in daily life, achievements in space, defense, energy, biotech, etc.
- Environmental Ecology and Disaster Management: Ecosystems, biodiversity, pollution, climate change, disaster management.
- Data Interpretation: Graphs, diagrams, statistical analysis.
- General Hindi: Grammar, vocabulary, sentence correction, idioms, official correspondence.
2. Part-2: Computer and Information Technology
- History & basics of computers, hardware/software, internet, MS Office, operating systems, e-governance, cyber security, AI, IoT, etc.
3. Part-3: General Information related to Uttar Pradesh
- History, culture, art, architecture, festivals, literature, heritage of UP.
- Geography, environment, economy, agriculture, industry, polity, current events & achievements of UP.
How to Download UPSSSC Lower PCS Syllabus 2026?
- Visit the official website: www.upsssc.gov.in
- Navigate to Notifications / Syllabus section
- Click on Lower PCS 2026 Syllabus link
- Download the syllabus PDF
- Save it for preparation and future reference.
Alternative Method: Check the syllabus in the official notification PDF.
Preparation Strategy for Lower PCS 2026
Step 1: Understand the Syllabus
- Read the complete syllabus thoroughly.
- Identify important topics with higher weightage (e.g., UP GK, Environment, Science & Tech).
- Understand the exam pattern and marking scheme.
Step 2: Make a Study Plan
- Divide syllabus topic-wise and subject-wise.
- Allocate time based on your strengths and weaknesses.
- Set daily, weekly, and monthly targets.
Step 3: Collect Study Material
- Refer to NCERT books for basics.
- Use standard reference books (Lucent GK, Laxmikanth Polity, etc.).
- Download previous year question papers.
- Join test series for practice.
Step 4: Practice & Revision
- Solve previous year papers regularly.
- Take mock tests and analyze performance.
- Make short notes for quick revision.
- Revise important facts and current affairs daily.
Important Links
- Download Syllabus PDF: Click Here
- Official Website: Visit Site
