| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| General Studies Paper-IGeneral Studies Paper-I | Current events of national & international importance; History of India and Indian National Movement; Indian and World Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian Polity & Governance — Constitution, political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy, rights issues; Economic & Social Development — sustainable development, poverty, demographics, social-sector initiatives; Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity & Climate Change; General Science.Current events of national & international importance; History of India and Indian National Movement; Indian and World Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian Polity & Governance — Constitution, political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy, rights issues; Economic & Social Development — sustainable development, poverty, demographics, social-sector initiatives; Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity & Climate Change; General Science. |
| General Studies Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)General Studies Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying) | Comprehension; Interpersonal skills including communication; Logical reasoning & analytical ability; Decision making & problem solving; General mental ability; Basic numeracy — Class X level numbers, ratios, averages, percentage, time-speed-distance; Data interpretation.Comprehension; Interpersonal skills including communication; Logical reasoning & analytical ability; Decision making & problem solving; General mental ability; Basic numeracy — Class X level numbers, ratios, averages, percentage, time-speed-distance; Data interpretation. |
| Applications open | 22nd January 202622nd January 2026 |
| Application closes | 11th February 202611th February 2026 |
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