UKPCS / PCS Guide
Uttarakhand Combined State Civil/Upper Subordinate Services Examination.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
21 to 42 Years
Maximum age limit is generally 42 years (with relaxation for reserved categories).
Qualification
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate degree from any recognized university in India.
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Only Indian citizens are eligible for UKPCS exam.
1. Preliminary Examination
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours Each |
| Paper II | General Aptitude Test | 100 | 150 | |
| Total | 250 | 300 | 4 Hours | |
Important Note: The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination are NOT counted for the final merit list. It is a screening test only.
2. Main Examination
| Paper | Subject | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Hindi | 3 Hours | 150 |
| Paper 2 | Essay | 3 Hours | 150 |
| Paper 3 | General Studies-I (History, Culture, Geography of World & Society) |
3 Hours | 200 |
| Paper 4 | General Studies-II (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice, IR) |
3 Hours | 200 |
| Paper 5 | General Studies-III (Tech, Economy, Environment, Disaster Mgmt) |
3 Hours | 200 |
| Paper 6 | General Studies-IV (Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude) |
3 Hours | 200 |
| Paper 7 | General Studies-V (Knowledge of Uttarakhand State) |
3 Hours | 200 |
| Paper 8 | General Studies-VI (Knowledge of Uttarakhand State) |
3 Hours | 200 |
| Total Written Marks | 1500 | ||
Requirement: It is mandatory to obtain minimum 35% marks in the General Hindi Paper.
3. Interview / Personality Test
Final Stage: 150 Marks
The interview assesses the personal suitability of the candidate for a career in public service by a board of competent and unbiased observers.
Key Traits Assessed:
- Mental alertness & critical powers of assimilation
- Clear and logical exposition
- Balance of judgement & leadership qualities
1650
Grand Total for Selection
Mains (1500)
+
Interview (150)
Selection Process Overview
1
Prelims
Objective Type. Screening only.
2
Mains
Written Exam (Descriptive). Marks count for rank.
3
Interview
Viva-voce. Final selection based on Mains + Interview.