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2 papersPreliminary examination8 papersMains written examinationGS V & VIUttar Pradesh special
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Ancient History

Indus Valley Civilization

Complete overview

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Ancient History

Social Structure of Vedic Period

c. 1500–500 BCE

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Ancient History

Mahajanapadas & Republics

c. 600–321 BCE

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Ancient History

Mauryan Empire – Chandragupta

c. 321–297 BCE

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Ancient History

Ashoka – The Mauryan Emperor

Complete profile

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Ancient History

Mauryan Dhamma of Ashoka

Philosophy & policies

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Ancient History

Ashoka’s Dhamma – Philosophy

Detailed analysis

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Ancient History

Pushyamitra Shunga

Founder of Shunga Dynasty

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Ancient History

Art & Architecture – Post Mauryan

Detailed study

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Ancient History

Chera Dynasty

Administration, Economy, Culture & Legacy

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Ancient History

Pandyas

Administration, Culture, Art & Legacy

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Ancient History

Ancient History of India

Complete overview

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Ancient History

Ancient India Full Length Test

Practice set

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Medieval History

Delhi Sultanate – Slave Dynasty

Beginning of Sultanate

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Medieval History

Administration of Delhi Sultanate

1206–1526 CE

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Medieval History

Hampi – Capital of Vijayanagara

Important site

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Medieval History

South Indian Kingdoms

Cholas, Cheras & Pandyas

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Medieval History

Mughal Empire – Babur

Foundation of Mughals

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Medieval History

Mughal Empire – Aurangzeb

Later Mughal period

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Medieval History

Mughal Land Revenue System

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Medieval History

Maratha Empire – Shivaji

Rise of Marathas

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Medieval History

Maratha Empire – Peshwa Rule

Later Maratha period

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Medieval History

Maratha Empire Expansion

Territorial growth

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Medieval History

Sikh Empire – Ranjit Singh

Maharaja Ranjit Singh

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Medieval History

Sikh Empire – Guru Gobind Singh

Important personality

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Medieval History

Sikh Empire Administration

Governance structure

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Medieval History

Bhakti & Sufi Movements – Kabir

Important movement

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Medieval History

Medieval History Overview

Complete section

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Modern History

British East India Company Expansion

How British came to power

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Modern History

Major Battles of East India Company

Important battles

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Modern History

Permanent Settlement

British land revenue policy

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Modern History

Mahalwari System

British land revenue policy

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Modern History

Drain of Wealth

Economic impact of British rule

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Modern History

Gopal Krishna Gokhale

Important personality

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Indian Polity

Making of the Indian Constitution

Student-friendly guide

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Indian Polity

Preamble of the Constitution

Detailed analysis

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Indian Polity

Fundamental Rights (Arts 12-35)

Complete coverage

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Indian Polity

Directive Principles (DPSPs)

Non-justiciable nature

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Indian Polity

Amendments to the Constitution

Important amendments

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Indian Polity

Finance Commission of India

Role & functions

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Indian Polity

Constitution of India – Notes

Comprehensive notes

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Indian Economy

Economic History of India

Detailed study materials

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Indian Economy

Economic Development & Planning

Key concepts

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Indian Economy

Opening up of the Indian Economy

Liberalisation process

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Indian Economy

Human Development Index (HDI)

Concept & ranking

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Indian Economy

Indian Financial System

Structure & institutions

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Geography

Indo-Gangetic Plain

Important physiographic division

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Art & Culture

Indian Classical Music

Hindustani vs Carnatic

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Art & Culture

Pandit Mallikarjun Mansur

Classical musician

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UP Special

UPPCS 2026 Detailed Syllabus

Prelims and eight Mains papers

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UP Special

UPPCS 2026 Preparation Strategy

Study approach and revision plan

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UP Special

UPPCS Complete Preparation Hub

Exam overview and key resources

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UP Special

UPPCS 2026 Eligibility Guide

Application and eligibility details

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Current Affairs

Major Indexes & Reports

Useful for current affairs and economy

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Current Affairs

Current Affairs & Free Resource Library

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Practice

Previous Year Question Papers Hub

Official UPPSC previous-year papers

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Study Uttar Pradesh, not only general GS

Prelims needs UP awareness, while Mains GS-V and GS-VI require dedicated state-focused preparation.

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Mains GS-V · UP society & governance

History, culture, polity and administration

Map historical events and social institutions to their location in Uttar Pradesh. Add constitutional and administrative context in written answers.

  • History: Ancient centres, Awadh, 1857 and the freedom movement
  • Culture: Literature, festivals, architecture, dialects and heritage
  • Governance: State legislature, local government, public services and law
Mains GS-VI · UP economy & development

Geography, economy, environment and industry

Build concise fact sheets around state schemes, agriculture, rivers, economic development, environment and infrastructure.

  • Economy: Budget, investment, MSMEs, employment and ODOP
  • Geography: Rivers, soil, climate, agriculture and wildlife
  • Development: Infrastructure, public finance and local challenges

Mains answer-writing drill

Original practice prompts, not official previous-year questions. Try a 150–200 word answer with an introduction, two or three arguments, a state example and a conclusion.

  • GS-V: Discuss the contributions of Uttar Pradesh to the Revolt of 1857.
  • GS-V: Examine the role of local self-government in service delivery in Uttar Pradesh.
  • GS-VI: Assess how One District One Product can support district-level employment.
  • GS-VI: Explain the challenges of sustainable water management in the Ganga plain.
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Eight original multiple-choice questions on UP history, polity, economy and state initiatives. See your score and explanations without logging in.

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Frequently asked questions

Which subjects should I prioritise for UPPCS Prelims 2026?

Cover current affairs, Indian and Uttar Pradesh history, Indian polity, geography, economy, environment and general science. Practise CSAT regularly even though it is qualifying. Use the official notification and detailed syllabus to confirm topic coverage.

Are GS-V and GS-VI compulsory in the UPPCS Mains examination?

Yes. The established eight-paper written Mains structure includes General Studies V and VI focused on Uttar Pradesh. Consult the current UPPSC notification for definitive scheme and marking details.

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Are the practice questions here official UPPSC previous-year questions?

No. The embedded quiz and Mains prompts are original practice questions. The official previous-year question paper archive is linked separately to avoid confusion.

Where can I check official exam dates and syllabus changes?

Check the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission at uppsc.up.nic.in. Official notices take precedence over any coaching or preparation website.

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