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APPENDIX-II
SYLLABUS OF PUNJAB STATE CIVIL SERVICES COMBINED COMPETITIVE
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Paper –I (General Studies)
1. Everyday Science:
States of matter, structure of atom, versatile nature of carbon. Acids, bases, salts, corrosion in metals,
action of soaps.
Life on Earth – evolution, marine & terrestrial life. Human body and life processes, nutrition,
disease - its causes & prevention, infectious diseases, lifestyle diseases.
Public health initiatives, mother and child health, immunisation & vaccination, HIV-AIDS, TB,
polio etc.
Force-laws of motion & gravitation, Archimedes principle. Energy
– kinetic & potential.
Light – reflection & refraction – concepts and applications. Sound – propagation &
reflection- concepts and applications. Electric current – concepts and applications.
Computers and telecommunication – concepts and applications.
2. Environmental studies:
Composition and structure of the atmosphere. Solar system – heat balance &
temperature.
Atmospheric circulation & weather system, water cycle.
Climate change – fossil fuels, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, clean development mechanism,
carbon credits.
Water – oceans, rivers, glaciers, lakes, groundwater etc. Biodiversity & conservation.
Soil – types, crops, food chain etc. Pollution and toxicity
etc.
3. Political theory & international order:
Basic concept of freedom, equality, social justice, rights & duties, citizenship, nationalism,
secularism etc.
United Nations and its organs/agencies, other international organisations like the World Bank, IMF,
WTO, EU, G20, BRICS etc. and their role in the World peace, trade & development.
4. Indian polity:
Basic features, provisions, schedules of the Indian Constitution, key amendments.
Panchayati Raj. Elections – People’s Representation Act, electoral reforms. Rise of regionalism
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APPENDIX-II
SYLLABUS OF PUNJAB STATE CIVIL SERVICES COMBINED COMPETITIVE
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Paper –I (General Studies)
1. Everyday Science:
States of matter, structure of atom, versatile nature of carbon. Acids, bases, salts, corrosion in metals,
action of soaps.
Life on Earth – evolution, marine & terrestrial life. Human body and life processes, nutrition,
disease - its causes & prevention, infectious diseases, lifestyle diseases.
Public health initiatives, mother and child health, immunisation & vaccination, HIV-AIDS, TB,
polio etc.
Force-laws of motion & gravitation, Archimedes principle. Energy
– kinetic & potential.
Light – reflection & refraction – concepts and applications. Sound – propagation &
reflection- concepts and applications. Electric current – concepts and applications.
Computers and telecommunication – concepts and applications.
2. Environmental studies:
Composition and structure of the atmosphere. Solar system – heat balance &
temperature.
Atmospheric circulation & weather system, water cycle.
Climate change – fossil fuels, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, clean development mechanism,
carbon credits.
Water – oceans, rivers, glaciers, lakes, groundwater etc. Biodiversity & conservation.
Soil – types, crops, food chain etc. Pollution and toxicity
etc.
3. Political theory & international order:
Basic concept of freedom, equality, social justice, rights & duties, citizenship, nationalism,
secularism etc.
United Nations and its organs/agencies, other international organisations like the World Bank, IMF,
WTO, EU, G20, BRICS etc. and their role in the World peace, trade & development.
4. Indian polity:
Basic features, provisions, schedules of the Indian Constitution, key amendments.
Panchayati Raj. Elections – People’s Representation Act, electoral reforms. Rise of regionalism
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and coalition politics.
Armed challenges to the Indian state since independence.
5. History of India:
The Indus valley civilisation.
The Aryan and the Vedic age. Jainism and Buddhism.
The Maurya Gupta periods.
Advent of Islam and Sultanate period (political, social & cultural). The Bhakti Movement.
The Mughals (political, social & cultural till Aurangzeb).
The coming of the European Powers and the advent of the British rule.
The Mutiny of 1857.
The British rule and the Indian National Movement (1857-1947)
World History:
The Renaissance and the Industrial Revolution in Europe. The American Revolution
1776.
The French Revolution 1789.
The Russian Revolution 1917.
World Wars I & II.
6. Indian Economy:
Indian economic development (1950-1991) – key economic policies, public sector
dominance, bank nationalisation etc.
Five year plans – key goals and main achievements.
Liberalisation, privatisation and globalisation era since 1991 – key policies, decisions
and results.
Performance of Indian economy since 1991 – Growth, fiscal & revenue deficits,
trade, commerce & balance of payments, inflation, growth of service sector.
Key challenges and responses – agriculture and food security, industrialisation, poverty
alleviation & employment, rural & urban infrastructure, social sector – health, education etc.
7. Geography:
Population – distribution, density, growth and comparison. Migration – types, causes
and consequences.
Human development. Human settlements. Land resources and
agriculture.
Water resources.
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APPENDIX-II
SYLLABUS OF PUNJAB STATE CIVIL SERVICES COMBINED COMPETITIVE
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Paper –I (General Studies)
1. Everyday Science:
States of matter, structure of atom, versatile nature of carbon. Acids, bases, salts, corrosion in metals,
action of soaps.
Life on Earth – evolution, marine & terrestrial life. Human body and life processes, nutrition,
disease - its causes & prevention, infectious diseases, lifestyle diseases.
Public health initiatives, mother and child health, immunisation & vaccination, HIV-AIDS, TB,
polio etc.
Force-laws of motion & gravitation, Archimedes principle. Energy
– kinetic & potential.
Light – reflection & refraction – concepts and applications. Sound – propagation &
reflection- concepts and applications. Electric current – concepts and applications.
Computers and telecommunication – concepts and applications.
2. Environmental studies:
Composition and structure of the atmosphere. Solar system – heat balance &
temperature.
Atmospheric circulation & weather system, water cycle.
Climate change – fossil fuels, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, clean development mechanism,
carbon credits.
Water – oceans, rivers, glaciers, lakes, groundwater etc. Biodiversity & conservation.
Soil – types, crops, food chain etc. Pollution and toxicity
etc.
3. Political theory & international order:
Basic concept of freedom, equality, social justice, rights & duties, citizenship, nationalism,
secularism etc.
United Nations and its organs/agencies, other international organisations like the World Bank, IMF,
WTO, EU, G20, BRICS etc. and their role in the World peace, trade & development.
4. Indian polity:
Basic features, provisions, schedules of the Indian Constitution, key amendments.
Panchayati Raj. Elections – People’s Representation Act, electoral reforms. Rise of regionalism
Page 14 of 33
and coalition politics.
Armed challenges to the Indian state since independence.
5. History of India:
The Indus valley civilisation.
The Aryan and the Vedic age. Jainism and Buddhism.
The Maurya Gupta periods.
Advent of Islam and Sultanate period (political, social & cultural). The Bhakti Movement.
The Mughals (political, social & cultural till Aurangzeb).
The coming of the European Powers and the advent of the British rule.
The Mutiny of 1857.
The British rule and the Indian National Movement (1857-1947)
World History:
The Renaissance and the Industrial Revolution in Europe. The American Revolution
1776.
The French Revolution 1789.
The Russian Revolution 1917.
World Wars I & II.
6. Indian Economy:
Indian economic development (1950-1991) – key economic policies, public sector
dominance, bank nationalisation etc.
Five year plans – key goals and main achievements.
Liberalisation, privatisation and globalisation era since 1991 – key policies, decisions
and results.
Performance of Indian economy since 1991 – Growth, fiscal & revenue deficits,
trade, commerce & balance of payments, inflation, growth of service sector.
Key challenges and responses – agriculture and food security, industrialisation, poverty
alleviation & employment, rural & urban infrastructure, social sector – health, education etc.
7. Geography:
Population – distribution, density, growth and comparison. Migration – types, causes
and consequences.
Human development. Human settlements. Land resources and
agriculture.
Water resources.
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Mineral and energy resources. Manufacturing
industries.
Planning and sustainable development in India. Transport and
communication.
International trade.
Geographical perspective on selected issues and problems.
8. Current events of national and international importance.
9. Punjab
a) Geography:
Geographical and agro-climatic regions, rivers, water resources, sharing of waters,
demographics, human development indices
b) People, Society and Culture:
Major personalities in history of Punjab, religious movements, major religions &
spiritual personalities, Punjabi literature, folklore, performing arts, fine arts and crafts
c) History:
Sufis, saints and gurus, Lodhis and Mughals, Sikh rulers, the British period,
nationalist movement in Punjab, Punjab in independent India.
d) Economy:
Agriculture, animal husbandry, industrial & service sectors, major occupations,
development & economic growth, public finance (including central-state fiscal issues),
public sector institutions, cooperatives etc.
Paper –II (Civil Services Aptitude Test)
1. Reading comprehension; Punjabi and English language comprehension, antonyms and
synonyms, grammar and sentence formation.
2. Interpersonal skills including communication skills
3. Logical reasoning, analytical and mental ability
4. Basic numerical skills; numbers, magnitudes, percentages, numerical relation appreciation
5. Data analysis; Graphic presentations, charts, tables, spreadsheets.
Note: The topics listed in the syllabus are only indicative for the general guidance of the
candidates and cannot be deemed as exhaustive list.
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APPENDIX-II
SYLLABUS OF PUNJAB STATE CIVIL SERVICES COMBINED COMPETITIVE
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Paper –I (General Studies)
1. Everyday Science:
States of matter, structure of atom, versatile nature of carbon. Acids, bases, salts, corrosion in metals,
action of soaps.
Life on Earth – evolution, marine & terrestrial life. Human body and life processes, nutrition,
disease - its causes & prevention, infectious diseases, lifestyle diseases.
Public health initiatives, mother and child health, immunisation & vaccination, HIV-AIDS, TB,
polio etc.
Force-laws of motion & gravitation, Archimedes principle. Energy
– kinetic & potential.
Light – reflection & refraction – concepts and applications. Sound – propagation &
reflection- concepts and applications. Electric current – concepts and applications.
Computers and telecommunication – concepts and applications.
2. Environmental studies:
Composition and structure of the atmosphere. Solar system – heat balance &
temperature.
Atmospheric circulation & weather system, water cycle.
Climate change – fossil fuels, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, clean development mechanism,
carbon credits.
Water – oceans, rivers, glaciers, lakes, groundwater etc. Biodiversity & conservation.
Soil – types, crops, food chain etc. Pollution and toxicity
etc.
3. Political theory & international order:
Basic concept of freedom, equality, social justice, rights & duties, citizenship, nationalism,
secularism etc.
United Nations and its organs/agencies, other international organisations like the World Bank, IMF,
WTO, EU, G20, BRICS etc. and their role in the World peace, trade & development.
4. Indian polity:
Basic features, provisions, schedules of the Indian Constitution, key amendments.
Panchayati Raj. Elections – People’s Representation Act, electoral reforms. Rise of regionalism
Page 14 of 33
and coalition politics.
Armed challenges to the Indian state since independence.
5. History of India:
The Indus valley civilisation.
The Aryan and the Vedic age. Jainism and Buddhism.
The Maurya Gupta periods.
Advent of Islam and Sultanate period (political, social & cultural). The Bhakti Movement.
The Mughals (political, social & cultural till Aurangzeb).
The coming of the European Powers and the advent of the British rule.
The Mutiny of 1857.
The British rule and the Indian National Movement (1857-1947)
World History:
The Renaissance and the Industrial Revolution in Europe. The American Revolution
1776.
The French Revolution 1789.
The Russian Revolution 1917.
World Wars I & II.
6. Indian Economy:
Indian economic development (1950-1991) – key economic policies, public sector
dominance, bank nationalisation etc.
Five year plans – key goals and main achievements.
Liberalisation, privatisation and globalisation era since 1991 – key policies, decisions
and results.
Performance of Indian economy since 1991 – Growth, fiscal & revenue deficits,
trade, commerce & balance of payments, inflation, growth of service sector.
Key challenges and responses – agriculture and food security, industrialisation, poverty
alleviation & employment, rural & urban infrastructure, social sector – health, education etc.
7. Geography:
Population – distribution, density, growth and comparison. Migration – types, causes
and consequences.
Human development. Human settlements. Land resources and
agriculture.
Water resources.
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Mineral and energy resources. Manufacturing
industries.
Planning and sustainable development in India. Transport and
communication.
International trade.
Geographical perspective on selected issues and problems.
8. Current events of national and international importance.
9. Punjab
a) Geography:
Geographical and agro-climatic regions, rivers, water resources, sharing of waters,
demographics, human development indices
b) People, Society and Culture:
Major personalities in history of Punjab, religious movements, major religions &
spiritual personalities, Punjabi literature, folklore, performing arts, fine arts and crafts
c) History:
Sufis, saints and gurus, Lodhis and Mughals, Sikh rulers, the British period,
nationalist movement in Punjab, Punjab in independent India.
d) Economy:
Agriculture, animal husbandry, industrial & service sectors, major occupations,
development & economic growth, public finance (including central-state fiscal issues),
public sector institutions, cooperatives etc.
Paper –II (Civil Services Aptitude Test)
1. Reading comprehension; Punjabi and English language comprehension, antonyms and
synonyms, grammar and sentence formation.
2. Interpersonal skills including communication skills
3. Logical reasoning, analytical and mental ability
4. Basic numerical skills; numbers, magnitudes, percentages, numerical relation appreciation
5. Data analysis; Graphic presentations, charts, tables, spreadsheets.
Note: The topics listed in the syllabus are only indicative for the general guidance of the
candidates and cannot be deemed as exhaustive list.
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APPENDIX-III
SYLLABUS OF PUNJAB STATE CIVIL SERVICES COMBINED
COMPETITIVE MAIN EXAMINATION
ENGLISH
SECTION-A
1. Comprehension (Unseen Passage)— 10 Marks
An unseen passage
followed by Questions to be answered
2. Precis writing— 10 Marks
Passage to be
summarized to 1/3rd
3. Letter writing—(200 10 marks
words)
4. Essay writing (Any general topic 10 Marks
300 words)
5. Translation 10 Marks
SECTION-B
6. Grammar 50 Marks
ESSAY
(150 Marks)
Candidates will be required to write three short essays in English or Punjabi on specified
topics. The choice of subjects will be given. They will be expected to keep closely to the
subject of the essay to arrange their ideas in an orderly fashion, and to write concisely. Credit
will be given for content value, effective and exact expression.
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APPENDIX-II
SYLLABUS OF PUNJAB STATE CIVIL SERVICES COMBINED COMPETITIVE
PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
Paper –I (General Studies)
1. Everyday Science:
States of matter, structure of atom, versatile nature of carbon. Acids, bases, salts, corrosion in metals,
action of soaps.
Life on Earth – evolution, marine & terrestrial life. Human body and life processes, nutrition,
disease - its causes & prevention, infectious diseases, lifestyle diseases.
Public health initiatives, mother and child health, immunisation & vaccination, HIV-AIDS, TB,
polio etc.
Force-laws of motion & gravitation, Archimedes principle. Energy
– kinetic & potential.
Light – reflection & refraction – concepts and applications. Sound – propagation &
reflection- concepts and applications. Electric current – concepts and applications.
Computers and telecommunication – concepts and applications.
2. Environmental studies:
Composition and structure of the atmosphere. Solar system – heat balance &
temperature.
Atmospheric circulation & weather system, water cycle.
Climate change – fossil fuels, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, clean development mechanism,
carbon credits.
Water – oceans, rivers, glaciers, lakes, groundwater etc. Biodiversity & conservation.
Soil – types, crops, food chain etc. Pollution and toxicity
etc.
3. Political theory & international order:
Basic concept of freedom, equality, social justice, rights & duties, citizenship, nationalism,
secularism etc.
United Nations and its organs/agencies, other international organisations like the World Bank, IMF,
WTO, EU, G20, BRICS etc. and their role in the World peace, trade & development.
4. Indian polity:
Basic features, provisions, schedules of the Indian Constitution, key amendments.
Panchayati Raj. Elections – People’s Representation Act, electoral reforms. Rise of regionalism
Page 14 of 33
and coalition politics.
Armed challenges to the Indian state since independence.
5. History of India:
The Indus valley civilisation.
The Aryan and the Vedic age. Jainism and Buddhism.
The Maurya Gupta periods.
Advent of Islam and Sultanate period (political, social & cultural). The Bhakti Movement.
The Mughals (political, social & cultural till Aurangzeb).
The coming of the European Powers and the advent of the British rule.
The Mutiny of 1857.
The British rule and the Indian National Movement (1857-1947)
World History:
The Renaissance and the Industrial Revolution in Europe. The American Revolution
1776.
The French Revolution 1789.
The Russian Revolution 1917.
World Wars I & II.
6. Indian Economy:
Indian economic development (1950-1991) – key economic policies, public sector
dominance, bank nationalisation etc.
Five year plans – key goals and main achievements.
Liberalisation, privatisation and globalisation era since 1991 – key policies, decisions
and results.
Performance of Indian economy since 1991 – Growth, fiscal & revenue deficits,
trade, commerce & balance of payments, inflation, growth of service sector.
Key challenges and responses – agriculture and food security, industrialisation, poverty
alleviation & employment, rural & urban infrastructure, social sector – health, education etc.
7. Geography:
Population – distribution, density, growth and comparison. Migration – types, causes
and consequences.
Human development. Human settlements. Land resources and
agriculture.
Water resources.
Page 15 of 33
Mineral and energy resources. Manufacturing
industries.
Planning and sustainable development in India. Transport and
communication.
International trade.
Geographical perspective on selected issues and problems.
8. Current events of national and international importance.
9. Punjab
a) Geography:
Geographical and agro-climatic regions, rivers, water resources, sharing of waters,
demographics, human development indices
b) People, Society and Culture:
Major personalities in history of Punjab, religious movements, major religions &
spiritual personalities, Punjabi literature, folklore, performing arts, fine arts and crafts
c) History:
Sufis, saints and gurus, Lodhis and Mughals, Sikh rulers, the British period,
nationalist movement in Punjab, Punjab in independent India.
d) Economy:
Agriculture, animal husbandry, industrial & service sectors, major occupations,
development & economic growth, public finance (including central-state fiscal issues),
public sector institutions, cooperatives etc.
Paper –II (Civil Services Aptitude Test)
1. Reading comprehension; Punjabi and English language comprehension, antonyms and
synonyms, grammar and sentence formation.
2. Interpersonal skills including communication skills
3. Logical reasoning, analytical and mental ability
4. Basic numerical skills; numbers, magnitudes, percentages, numerical relation appreciation
5. Data analysis; Graphic presentations, charts, tables, spreadsheets.
Note: The topics listed in the syllabus are only indicative for the general guidance of the
candidates and cannot be deemed as exhaustive list.
Page 16 of 33
APPENDIX-III
SYLLABUS OF PUNJAB STATE CIVIL SERVICES COMBINED
COMPETITIVE MAIN EXAMINATION
ENGLISH
SECTION-A
1. Comprehension (Unseen Passage)— 10 Marks
An unseen passage
followed by Questions to be answered
2. Precis writing— 10 Marks
Passage to be
summarized to 1/3rd
3. Letter writing—(200 10 marks
words)
4. Essay writing (Any general topic 10 Marks
300 words)
5. Translation 10 Marks
SECTION-B
6. Grammar 50 Marks
ESSAY
(150 Marks)
Candidates will be required to write three short essays in English or Punjabi on specified
topics. The choice of subjects will be given. They will be expected to keep closely to the
subject of the essay to arrange their ideas in an orderly fashion, and to write concisely. Credit
will be given for content value, effective and exact expression.
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e[Zb nze ^100
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PpdK ftZu ;zy/g ouBk)
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| 1. What is the PPSC PCS exam? |  |
Ans. The PPSC PCS exam, conducted by the Punjab Public Service Commission, is a competitive examination designed to recruit candidates for various administrative positions within the Punjab state government. It assesses candidates on their knowledge, aptitude, and skills relevant to public service roles.
| 2. What subjects are included in the PPSC PCS syllabus? | |
Ans. The PPSC PCS syllabus typically includes subjects such as General Studies, English, Essay writing, and optional subjects depending on the chosen stream. General Studies covers topics like History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment, and Current Affairs.
| 3. How is the PPSC PCS exam structured? | |
Ans. The PPSC PCS exam is generally structured in multiple stages, including a preliminary examination, a main examination, and a personal interview. The preliminary exam usually consists of objective-type questions, while the mains involve descriptive-type questions and essays.
| 4. What is the importance of the interview stage in the PPSC PCS selection process? | |
Ans. The interview stage is crucial in the PPSC PCS selection process as it assesses the personality, communication skills, and suitability of candidates for administrative roles. It allows the commission to evaluate candidates beyond academic knowledge, focusing on their judgement and problem-solving abilities.
| 5. Are there any specific eligibility criteria for the PPSC PCS exam? | |
Ans. Yes, candidates must meet certain eligibility criteria to appear for the PPSC PCS exam, which include age limits, educational qualifications, and residency requirements. Typically, candidates should hold a bachelor's degree from a recognised university and meet the specified age range set by the commission.
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