UPSC Civil Services Exam Mains Optional Paper 1 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Updated 2026| Paper | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Optional Paper I | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Optional Paper II | 250 | 3 Hours |
Detailed UPSC Civil Services Exam Mains Optional Paper 1 syllabus 2026, exam pattern, subject-wise weightage, and topic distribution on MockPreps.
| Paper | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Optional Paper I | 250 | 3 Hours |
| Optional Paper II | 250 | 3 Hours |
Mock Test: Introduction to Indian Polity and Constitution
Combined Test: Maratha Empire and Shivaji & Post-Independence Developments
Combined Test: Drainage System of India, Soils of India & Irrigation and Water Resources
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