The CGPSC State Service Exam is conducted by the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission for various administrative posts in the state government. This page provides detailed information about the exam syllabus and pattern for both the Preliminary and Mains examinations.
CGPSC State Service Exam Syllabus Details: Exam Pattern
| Exam Stage | Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | Paper 1: General Studies | 100 | 200 | 2 hours | 1/3 marks for each wrong answer |
| Preliminary Examination | Paper 2: Aptitude Test | 100 | 200 | 2 hours | 1/3 marks for each wrong answer |
| Main Examination | Paper 1: Language | Varies | 200 | 3 hours | As per official notification |
| Main Examination | Paper 2: Essay | Varies | 200 | 3 hours | As per official notification |
| Main Examination | Paper 3: History, Constitution and Public Administration | Varies | 200 | 3 hours | As per official notification |
| Main Examination | Paper 4: Science, Technology & Environment | Varies | 200 | 3 hours | As per official notification |
| Main Examination | Paper 5: Economics & Geography | Varies | 200 | 3 hours | As per official notification |
| Main Examination | Paper 6: Mathematics & Reasoning Ability | Varies | 200 | 3 hours | As per official notification |
| Main Examination | Paper 7: Philosophy & Sociology | Varies | 200 | 3 hours | As per official notification |
Syllabus
Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Examination consists of two papers:
- Paper 1: General Studies
- History of India and Indian National Movement
- Physical, Social & Economic Geography of India
- Constitution of India & Polity
- Indian Economy
- General Science & Technology
- Indian Philosophy, Art, Literature & Culture
- Current Affairs & Sports
- Environment
- Paper 2: Aptitude Test
- Interpersonal skills including communication skills
- Logical reasoning and Analytical ability
- Decision making and problem solving
- General mental ability
- Basic numeracy (Class X level)
- Data interpretation (Class X level)
- Knowledge of Hindi Language (Class X level)
- Knowledge of Chhattisgarhi Language
Main Examination
The Main Examination consists of seven papers:
- Paper 1: Language
- General Hindi
- General Sanskrit
- General English
- Chhattisgarh Language
- Paper 2: Essay
- Problems of National Level
- Problems Relating to the State of Chhattisgarh
- Paper 3: History, Constitution and Public Administration
- History of India
- Indian National Movement
- History of Chhattisgarh & Constitution of Chhattisgarh National Movement
- Constitution of India
- Public Administration
- Paper 4: Science, Technology & Environment
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Biology
- Technology
- Environment
- Paper 5: Economics & Geography
- Indian Economics
- Planning in India
- Geography of Chhattisgarh
- Economics of Chhattisgarh
- Agriculture, Forest, Industry & Natural Resource of Chhattisgarh
- Paper 6: Mathematics & Reasoning Ability
- Rational Numbers
- Coordinate Geometry
- Computer
- Data Analysis
- Logical Reasoning
- Paper 7: Philosophy & Sociology
- Indian Philosophy and Yoga
- Sociology
- Tribes of Chhattisgarh
- Art of Chhattisgarh
- Culture of Chhattisgarh
Preparation Tips
To excel in the CGPSC State Service Exam, candidates should focus on understanding the syllabus thoroughly and create a structured study plan. Regular practice of previous years’ question papers and mock tests can greatly enhance time management skills and boost confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the mode of the CGPSC State Service Exam?
The exam is conducted in offline mode.
2. How many papers are there in the Preliminary Examination?
There are two papers in the Preliminary Examination.
3. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/3 marks for each wrong answer.
4. What languages are the question papers available in?
The question papers are available in Hindi and English.
5. How long is each paper in the Mains Examination?
Each paper in the Mains Examination is 3 hours long.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- CGPSC राज्य सेवा परीक्षा की तैयारी करें।
- प्रारंभिक परीक्षा में दो पेपर होते हैं।
- नकारात्मक अंकन प्रणाली लागू है।
- प्रश्न पत्र हिंदी और अंग्रेजी में उपलब्ध हैं।
- मुख्य परीक्षा के प्रत्येक पेपर की अवधि 3 घंटे है।
