UKPSC PCS Prelims 2025

https://inspirationstudycircle.com/The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) conducted the State Combined Civil and Upper Services Preliminary exam for 2025 last Sunday, June 29. It was held in two shifts — morning and afternoon. While the morning shift for GS paper 1 started at 10:00 am, the afternoon shift for GS paper 2 (CSAT) began at 2:00 pm.

Candidates were required to carry their admit card to the examination center, and a valid ID card (Aadhar/PAN card) with the candidate’s photograph on it.

The exam is held in three stages — prelims, mains, and the personality test to select officers for the various posts in Grade A and B posts in the state government and its departments.

The UKPSC PCS preliminary exam consists of objective-type questions. Candidates scoring above the cut-off marks will become eligible to register for the UKPSC PCS Main examination. The Mains Exams will be descriptive, followed by an interview round for candidates for the various services and posts.

Inspiration Study Circle brings you the Provisional Answer Key for the same. The detailed analysis is posted on our website as well.

Prelims Paper I Analysis: Difficulty Level

The candidates found the paper for GS Paper I to be somewhere between easier and more difficult in comparison to the observed model of UKPSC conventions. The Paper was a bit more relaxing than the last few years, although it had its tough questions in between.
The range of areas and topics considered for the questions asked was wider this year, and in the opinion of many, “was unexpected.”
The question paper consisted of a variety of questions ranging from the Governor of the state to the latest tournament of sports played on one hand, and from the planets to the latest space exploration missions.
Experts suggested that the candidates would have to have a knowledge bank on an extensive range of topics, with not only the contemporary static GS and World and National Current Affairs in hand but also a trivial understanding and awareness of the day-to-day world.

Paper I Analysis: Types of Questions

This year’s paper saw a continuation and a break, respectively, in the pattern of questions from the previous years.
There were some ‘statement type’ questions than the others, with 2 to 3 statements to analyse.
The number of questions for pair-wise analysis or ‘match the following pairs’ was comparatively low.
Mapping questions or the questions based on maps were reduced this year, not only in number but also in their category and span level. They were comparatively easier.
The overall pattern was a perfect blend of patterns that UKPSC has held in the last 10- 20 years, keeping their tradition safe, with some direct questions finding their way back and statement or analytical questions maintaining their stand.
What impressed the candidates most was the applicative use of questions from current affairs, which can be heard, read, or found anywhere around us.
Statement-type questions, along with direct questions, were found to follow the lines of general trivia and knowledge.

Paper II Analysis: CSAT

The C-SAT section did not see much of a change in the difficulty level as compared to the previous few years.
The level of questions under the maths category proved to be comfortable for the candidates, especially keeping the time constraint in mind, which was not so last year.
However, the comprehension-based questions were easier too, both in English and Hindi.
The difficulty level in reasoning was reduced from last year, but a few categories and topics were completely washed off from the paper, which have been a part of it over the previous years.
The Statement questions, meant to test the decision-making and observation capabilities of a candidate, were found to be numerous.
Analogy and verbal reasoning made up most of the question paper’s weightage.
Although the complaints of candidates from last year about having to solve questions from topics out of the purview of the prescribed CSAT syllabus were taken care of, the same was compensated for the form of the level of questions, especially in the Mathematical category.
The paper was moderately lengthy and exhaustive, with a lot to be read and solved to get one question right, in a restricted time window.

What should be expected from Sunday’s paper?

In the words of candidates and experts, the question paper was critically and visibly balanced and moderate. It followed last year’s pattern with a twist of bringing back the old and contemporary UKPSC PCS style. CSAT did make the highlight of the day with slightly more decision-making and analogies than figures, but the wholesome experience and reaction to the question papers for both GS I and GS II was exhaustive and worrisome. In the outline, the paper was very lengthy and focused on the new breed of future bureaucrats who are well-versed with current events and straddle both the present and future of India.

The candidates should expect the result of the UKPSC PCS Prelims 2025 to be out soon on the official website of UKPSC.

The cutoff is expected to be somewhere more than last year but less than the years before it. Since the paper was moderately difficult in all aspects, the cutoff can reach a comfortable bracket of 85 to 90 for the General category, thereby following along the same lines for the further categories.

The ‘Next’ Step: UKPSC PCS Mains Exam 2025

The most obvious question after securing the required sufficient score in the preliminary examination is, “What should be done after that?”

The only answer is to start preparing for the UKPSC PCS Mains Exam 2025. The second and most crucial portion is writing the descriptive “Mains Exams Answers”, obtaining high scores, and securing a high rank. With the onset of this exam around the corner, the candidates are both anxious and overwhelmed.

Inspiration Study Circle, Dehradun, ranks as the top PCS/PSC institute. At ISC, we emphasize static GS, current affairs, and burning topics. These are discussed in class and provided to students through various digital means, with hard copy handouts. The Director of the Inspiration Study Circle, Mr. Nisheeth Saxena, Dehradun, is an expert in general studies and Geopolitical issues.

Note: – 1. The nature of the preliminary examination is the objective type, in which the negative evaluation method is adopted. For each wrong answer given by a candidate to a question or for more than one answer given by a candidate to the same question (even if one of the answers given is correct), one-fourth (1/4) mark of the marks prescribed for that question is deducted.

The merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the first question paper (General Studies). The second paper (General Aptitude Test) is a qualifying examination, in which it is mandatory to obtain 33 % marks of all category/sub-category candidates.
Total Marks of UKPCS 2025 Mains Exam- 1500
Interview/Personality Test: 150 Marks

Grand Total (Written + Interview): 1650 Marks

UKPSC PCS Mains Test Series - Inspiration Study Circle

ISC Dehradun UKPCS Mains Test Series Program includes Comprehensive Mains Tests. These tests will be conducted in both English and Hindi media. The Test Series for UKPSC Upper PCS Mains 2025 and 2026 by ISC will help you in several ways:

Assessment: It provides a way to assess your understanding of the subject matter.
Practice: It offers practice in solving questions within a specific time frame, helping improve speed and accuracy.
Identifying Weaknesses: By analyzing test results, you can identify areas where you need improvement.
Familiarity with Exam Pattern: It helps you get familiar with the exam pattern and types of questions asked.
Time Management: It assists in managing time effectively during the exam.
Confidence Building: Regularly taking tests can boost confidence and reduce exam anxiety.
Revision: It serves as a tool for revision, highlighting topics that need more focus.

The test series from ISC will significantly contribute to your exam preparation by providing a structured approach to learning and improving your performance.

Why Opt for ISC Mains Test Series 2025-25?

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The Study Material is so designed by our experienced faculty that it covers all the tactical areas.
We cover the entire syllabus of IAS/PCS in our mock tests.
Emphasis on the areas that yield maximum questions.
The UKPCS Main Answer Writing Mock Tests are designed and detailed in a way that, starting from now, will allow them enough time for revision.
Special and Separate Tests covering the regular newsletters and editorials of major publications concerned with current affairs and geo-political issues.
Admission of the candidates to the WhatsApp and Telegram groups/channels will allow them to be regularly updated and stay in touch with the faculty.
Weekly and Topic-wise Answer Writing Practice for in-depth analysis.
Detailed documented Tests for Mock Preparation will be available on the digital App of the Inspiration Study Circle.

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The institute conducts regular tests and assessments to help students track their progress and identify areas where they need improvement. This helps students to prepare better for their exams and to achieve their desired scores.

Current Affairs and the Latest Global topics are a crucial part of the preparation for clearing any Exam. These also become the biggest pain points for the candidates.

Inspiration Study Circle stands out for being the best training institute with this out-of-the-box feature of providing a simplified but detailed preparation strategy. This aids the candidate’s preparation and boosts their confidence for the final exam.

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Special Batches of State GK for UKPCS 2025 and 2026

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A special faculty for this class with an extensive knowledge bank will conduct detailed lectures to prepare Uttarakhand GK and GS for State Level Exams 2025 and 2025.

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UKPSC PCS Prelims 2025

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