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A connected route through Prelims subjects, CSAT and Mains papers. Use the syllabus as the checklist, then build concepts, revision notes and answer-writing practice.

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UPSC Prelims

General Studies Paper I subject notes and CSAT Paper II practice, organised by topic.

  • History and Art & Culture
  • Polity and Governance
  • Geography and Environment
  • Economy, Science & Technology and Current Affairs
  • CSAT comprehension, reasoning and numeracy
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UPSC Mains

Paper-wise syllabus maps and structured preparation for the written examination.

  • GS Papers I, II, III and IV
  • Essay writing and practice
  • Optional subject guidance
  • Qualifying language papers: consult the current notice
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Use the official syllabus

Topic labels on this website are study categories. They do not imply that every subtopic is a separately named official syllabus heading. Check the latest UPSC examination notice for authoritative wording and examination rules.

UPSC official previous question papers · Mains syllabus guide