UPPSC PCS Previous Year Question Papers: Download Solved PDF (Prelims & Mains)

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) released the UPPSC PCS 2026 notification for approximately 500 Group A and Group B administrative vacancies. With the application window spanning from 25 June 2026 to 27 July 2026 and the Prelims scheduled for 6 December 2026, candidates must prioritize solving UPPSC PCS previous year question papers. Reviewing these papers is essential for deciphering the evolving exam pattern, gauging difficulty levels, and identifying high-weightage topics to sharpen your preparation for success.

UPPSC PCS Previous Year Papers

The Provincial Civil Services (PCS) examination is the gateway to esteemed administrative positions within the Uttar Pradesh state government. The selection process consists of three rigorous stages: the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination, and the Personality Test (Interview). Each phase is meticulously crafted to evaluate a candidate’s conceptual depth, analytical reasoning, and aptitude for public administration.

Particular	Details
Conducting Body	Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
Exam Name	UPPSC Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Exam 2026
Vacancies	Approximately 500
Application Dates	25 June – 27 July 2026
Correction Window	Till 3 August 2026
Prelims Exam Date	6 December 2026
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains & Interview

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UPPSC PCS Previous Year Papers 2025

Access the comprehensive collection of UPPSC PCS previous year question papers for 2025, covering General Studies, Essay, and General Hindi for both Prelims and Mains, provided below.

Prelims Paper	Pdf Links
Prelims Paper 1	Download Link
Prelims Paper 2	Download Link
Mains Papers	Pdf Links
General Hindi (29 March 2026)	Download Link
Essay (29 March 2026)	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 1 Paper 2025 (30 March 2026)	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 2 Paper 2025 (30 March 2026)	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 3 Paper 2025 (31 March 2026)	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 4 Paper 2025 (31 March 2026)	Download Link

UPPSC PCS Previous Year Papers 2024

Below, you will find the organized archive of UPPSC PCS previous year question papers for 2024, including detailed sets for the Prelims and Mains examination stages.

Prelims Paper	PDF Links
Prelims Paper 1	Download Link
Prelims Paper 2	Download Link
Mains Papers	Pdf Links
General Hindi	Download Link
Essay	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 1 Paper 2024	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 2 Paper 2024	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 3 Paper 2024	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 4 Paper 2024	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 5 Paper 2024	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 6 Paper 2024	Download Link

UPPSC PCS Previous Year Papers 2023

Download the official UPPSC PCS PYQ PDFs for 2023, encompassing all essential papers for the Prelims and Mains, available for your reference below.

Prelims Paper	Pdf Links
Prelims Paper 1	Download Link
Prelims Paper 2	Download Link
Mains Papers	Pdf Links
General Hindi	Download Link
Essay	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 1 Paper 2023	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 2 Paper 2023	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 3 Paper 2023	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 4 Paper 2023	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 5 Paper 2023	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 6 Paper 2023	Download Link

UPPSC PSC Previous Year Papers 2022

The complete set of UPPSC PCS previous year papers from 2022, featuring General Studies and language papers for the Prelims and Mains, is shared below for your practice.

Preims Papers	Paper Link
Prelims Paper 1	Download Link
Prelims Paper 2	Download Link
Mains Papers	Paper Link
General Hindi	Download Link
Essay	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 1 Paper 2022	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 2 Paper 2022	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 3 Paper 2022	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 4 Paper 2022	Download Link

UPPSC PSC Previous Year Papers 2021

Find the curated list of UPPSC PCS previous year question papers from 2021, detailing the syllabus coverage for both the Prelims and Mains stages, provided below.

Prelims Papers	Paper Link
Prelims Paper 1	Download Link
Prelims Paper 2	Download Link
Mains Papers	Paper Link
General Hindi	Download Link
Essay	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 1 Paper 2021	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 2 Paper 2021	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 3 Paper 2021	Download Link
UPPSC Mains GS 4 Paper 2021	Download Link

How To Practice UPPSC PCS Prelims and Mains PYPs

Boost your efficiency with these 5 expert-recommended strategies for practicing UPPSC PCS Prelims and Mains previous year question papers:

• Solve previous year papers in a timed setting to improve speed and accuracy for the UPPSC PCS exam.
• Practice papers from multiple years to spot frequently asked topics and exam patterns.
• After each paper, check answers carefully and analyze your mistakes.
• Identify weak areas (like Polity, Geography, Current Affairs) and revise them well.
• Include PYP practice in your weekly study plan—aim to solve one paper every week.

The Significance of UPPSC Previous Year Papers (PYQs)

1. Enhancing Time Management Skills: Solving PYQs helps aspirants become familiar with the exam structure and time constraints.
2. Understanding Exam Patterns and trends: Analyzing past papers allows candidates to identify recurring topics, question formats, and the weightage given to different subjects.
3. Building Confidence and Reducing Exam Anxiety: Regular practice with PYQs boosts confidence, as candidates gain familiarity with question types and difficulty levels.

How To Download UPPSC Civil Services PYPs

Follow the step-by-step instructions outlined below to download your required Uttar Pradesh PCS previous year question papers seamlessly.

• Visit the official website @ uppsc.up.nic.in or click the PYP PDF link.
• Go to Candidate’s Corner → Download Previous Year Papers.
• Select the exam name and year.
• Click Download to get the PDF.