UPSC Civil Services Exam Prelims GS Paper 1 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Updated 2026| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS Paper 1 | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| CSAT (Qualifying) | 80 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Negative Marking: 0.66 marks deducted for every wrong answer.
Detailed UPSC Civil Services Exam Prelims GS Paper 1 syllabus 2026, exam pattern, subject-wise weightage, and topic distribution on MockPreps.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS Paper 1 | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| CSAT (Qualifying) | 80 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Negative Marking: 0.66 marks deducted for every wrong answer.
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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