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The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) syllabus is officially prescribed by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for selecting candidates for prestigious services like IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and other Group A & B services.
At Bright Career Academy, we provide complete UPSC syllabus-based coaching covering Prelims, Mains, and Interview with expert guidance and updated study material.
Exam Name: UPSC Civil Services Examination
Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Stages:
UPSC Preliminary Examination
UPSC Mains Examination
Personality Test (Interview)
The UPSC Prelims is a qualifying stage consisting of two objective-type papers.
Current events of national and international importance
History of India and Indian National Movement
Indian and World Geography
Physical Geography
Social & Economic Geography
Geography of India and the World
Indian Polity and Governance
Constitution
Political System
Panchayati Raj
Public Policy
Rights Issues
Economic and Social Development
Sustainable Development
Poverty
Inclusion
Demographics
Social Sector Initiatives
Environmental Ecology
Biodiversity
Climate Change
Environmental Issues
General Science
Comprehension
Interpersonal skills including communication skills
Logical reasoning and analytical ability
Decision-making and problem-solving
General mental ability
Basic numeracy (Class X level)
Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables)
⚠ CSAT is qualifying in nature (33% required)
The UPSC Mains Exam evaluates in-depth knowledge, analytical ability, and answer writing skills.
Paper A: Indian Language (as per 8th Schedule)
Paper B: English Language
Essay writing on multiple topics
Tests clarity of thought, coherence, and expression
Indian culture: Art Forms, Literature, Architecture
Modern Indian history (18th century onwards)
Freedom struggle
Post-independence consolidation
World history
Indian Society
Physical Geography of the world and India
Indian Constitution: Features, Amendments
Functions of Government
Judiciary
Welfare schemes
Social justice
International relations and global organizations
Indian Economy and planning
Agriculture
Science and Technology
Environment & Ecology
Disaster management
Internal security and border management
Ethics and human interface
Attitude
Emotional intelligence
Moral thinkers
Public/Civil service values
Case studies on ethics
Candidates must choose one optional subject.
History
Geography
Political Science & International Relations
Sociology
Public Administration
Anthropology
Economics
Hindi / English Literature
Psychology
Philosophy
Mental alertness
Critical thinking
Leadership qualities
Ethical integrity
Communication skills
Overall personality suitability for civil services
✔ Complete UPSC syllabus coverage
✔ Topic-wise & paper-wise planning
✔ Updated current affairs
✔ Prelims + Mains integrated approach
✔ Answer writing practice
✔ Interview guidance by experts
✔ Affordable and result-oriented coaching
Q1. For which Exams is Bright Career Academy the best preparation centre?
Answer: There is a broad range of services BASICS offers: UPSC Civil Services Examination (IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS etc. and other services of Group A and Group B).
Q2. How many stages are there in [the] UPSC exam?
Answer: Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam & Interview (Personality Test).
Q3. What is the scope of the UPSC Prelims GS question paper?
Answer: Current affairs History Geography Polity Economy Environment Science &Social Issues.
Q4. What does the UPSC CSAT Paper contain?
Answer: Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, Decision Making and Basic Numeracy. (33 required in your percent)
Q5. Is there an optional subject for UPSC Mains?
Answer: Yes. you have to select one optional from (History, Geography, Political Science, Sociology, Public Administration, Economics, Literature etc.).
Q6. How is the UPSC Interview being assessed?
Answer: Mental alertness, critical thinking, leadership, ethical integrity, communication skills and personality as a whole.
Q7. Does Bright Career Academy give current affairs notification?
Answer: Yes, regular and Updated Current Affairs for Prelims and Main.
Q8. Can we practise answer writing?
Ans: Yes, you will get to practise answer writing in a structured manner for your Mains preparation.
Q9. Are both online and offline courses are available?
Answer: Yes, offline batches,live online classes and recorded lectures are available.
Bright Career Academy, Shimla, established in 2006, is a reputed coaching institute for competitive exams like Bank PO, SSC, HAS, Allied, JBT, and CAT. It offers both online and offline classes with experienced faculty, smart classrooms, and updated study material. The academy is known for its structured teaching, regular mock tests, and personalized guidance. With affordable fees and flexible batches, it helps students prepare effectively for national and state-level exams, making it one of the top institutes in Himachal Pradesh.
