The examination
The Main Examination: syllabus by paper
The Commission's syllabus for each General Studies paper, reproduced in full, with what each line is asking for and what to read against it.
The papers
Essay and four General Studies- EssayOne hundred topics from 2013 to 2025, and what the paper now asks for
- General Studies Paper IIndian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society
- General Studies Paper IIGovernance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations
- General Studies Paper IIITechnology, Economic Development, Bio-diversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management
- General Studies Paper IVEthics, Integrity and Aptitude