PPSC 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) conducts the Punjab State Civil Services Combined Competitive Examination (PSCSCCE-2025) to recruit officers for positions such as Punjab Civil Service (Executive Branch), Deputy Superintendent of Police, Excise & Taxation Officer, and more. The exam was recently announced and is being conducted after 4 years, with the last Prelims held on 14-02-2021. If you are an aspirant aiming to crack the PPSC 2025 exam, understanding its pattern and syllabus is crucial for strategic preparation.

Exam Stages & Selection Process

The PPSC 2025 selection process is a three-stage journey:

1. Preliminary Examination (Objective) – Screening Test
2. Main Examination (Descriptive) – Merit Determining Stage
3. Interview/Viva-Voce – Final Selection

PPSC 2025 Preliminary Examination

The Preliminary Exam is a screening test consisting of two objective-type papers.

Prelims Exam Pattern

Paper	Subject	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Paper-I	General Studies	100	200	2 Hours
Paper-II	Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT)	80	200	2 Hours

Key Points to Note

• CSAT is qualifying in nature, requiring a minimum of 40% marks.
• There is no negative marking in either paper.
• The merit list for Mains selection is based only on Paper-I (General Studies) scores.
• Candidates 12-13 times the vacancies qualify for the Main Examination.

PPSC 2025 Main Examination

The Main Exam is the most important part of the selection process. It consists of 7 descriptive papers and carries 1500 marks.

Mains Exam Pattern

Paper	Subject	Marks
Paper-I	Punjabi (Gurmukhi Script)	100
Paper-II	English	100
Paper-III	Essay	150
Paper-IV	General Studies-I (History, Geography, Society)	250
Paper-V	General Studies-II (Polity, Governance, International Relations)	250
Paper-VI	General Studies-III (Economy, Statistics, Security Issues)	250
Paper-VII	General Studies-IV (Science, Technology, Environment, Decision Making)	250
Interview	Personality Test	150

Important Mains Exam Details

• All papers (except language papers) can be attempted in English or Punjabi.
• Special emphasis is given to Punjab’s History, Culture, and Economy.
• Candidates must score 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST) to qualify for the interview.
• The interview is only for candidates who clear the Mains exam.

PPSC 2025 Interview/Viva-Voce

The interview (150 marks) evaluates a candidate’s personality, communication skills, leadership, and decision-making abilities.

The final ranking is based on:

• Mains Exam Marks (1350)
• Interview Marks (150)
• Total: 1500 Marks

PPSC 2025 Syllabus Overview

Prelims Syllabus Details

Paper-I: General Studies

• Everyday Science: States of matter, structure of the atom, life on Earth, human body processes, diseases, force, laws of motion, energy, light, sound, electric current, computers, telecommunication.
• Environmental Studies: Atmosphere, solar system, climate change, pollution, biodiversity, water resources, and conservation.
• Political Theory & Indian Polity: Freedom, equality, rights, duties, governance, constitution, key amendments, Panchayati Raj, elections, coalition politics, internal security challenges.
• History: Indus Valley Civilization, Vedic Age, Jainism, Buddhism, Maurya and Gupta Empires, Sultanate & Mughal periods, colonial rule, Indian National Movement.
• Economy: Indian economic development (1950-1991), five-year plans, post-liberalization reforms, agricultural and industrial growth, employment policies.
• Geography: Population growth, migration, human settlements, land and water resources, minerals, industries, transportation, trade.
• Current Affairs: National and international events.
• Punjab Specific Topics: Geography, major rivers, demographic indices, cultural history, religious movements, economy, agriculture, industry, governance.

Paper-II: CSAT

• Comprehension (English & Punjabi)
• Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
• Basic Numerical Skills
• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Decision-Making & Problem-Solving

Mains Syllabus Details

• General Studies-I: History of the world (Industrial Revolution, World Wars, decolonization), Indian Culture, Freedom Struggle, Punjab history and socio-religious reforms.
• General Studies-II: Indian Constitution, governance, executive & legislative structure, judiciary, international relations, India's neighborhood policy.
• General Studies-III: Planning, resources, infrastructure, human resource development, employment, security issues, internal & external threats.
• General Studies-IV: Science & technology advancements, biotechnology, space programs, environmental conservation, disaster management, ethical governance.

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Final Thoughts

The PPSC 2025 exam demands structured preparation and disciplined execution. Understanding the exam pattern, syllabus, and right strategy will help you crack it. Start early, stay consistent, and practice rigorously!

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