Syllabus & interview guide

Track every part of the syllabus so nothing is missed across prelims, mains and the personality test.

GS Paper I (200 marks, 100 questions)

  • Current events of national and international importance
  • History of India and Indian National Movement
  • Indian and World Geography — physical, social, economic
  • Indian Polity and Governance — constitution, panchayati raj, public policy, rights issues
  • Economic and Social Development — sustainable development, poverty, inclusion, demographics, social sector initiatives
  • Environmental ecology, biodiversity and climate change (no subject specialisation required)
  • General Science

CSAT Paper II (qualifying, 33%)

  • Comprehension and interpersonal skills including communication
  • Logical reasoning and analytical ability
  • Decision making and problem solving
  • General mental ability; basic numeracy and data interpretation (Class X level)