HPSC HCS Syllabus 2024 for Prelims

The HPCS HCS prelims exam includes two objective-type question papers: General Studies and CSAT. CSAT and General Studies make up the General Studies portion of the HPCS HCS Prelims Exams (Civil Service Aptitude Test).Detailed HPSC HCS Prelims Syllabus has been discussed below.

HPSC HCS Prelims Exam Pattern

The Prelims exam marks the initial phase of the Haryana Civil Service selection process. It consists of two papers: General Studies and CSAT, each carrying 100 marks. General Studies evaluates knowledge in history, polity, economy, environment, etc., while CSAT assesses logical reasoning, decision-making, and data interpretation skills.
Each paper has a duration of 2 hours, and passing both paper is necessary to proceed to the Mains stage. Prelims serve as a qualifying exam, and scores are not included in the final merit list. Candidates must attain the minimum qualifying marks set by HPSC in Prelims to advance to the next round.
Paper Subjects Total Marks Time Duration
Paper I General Studies 100 2 hours
Paper II Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) 100 2 hours
Total 200

HPSC HCS Mains Exam Pattern

Haryana Civil Service Prelims qualifiers proceed to the HPSC HCS Mains Exam, consisting of four papers: English, Hindi, General Studies, and an Optional Paper. Performance in the Mains stage is crucial for selection, with candidates needing to pass all papers to advance to the Interview stage. Marks obtained in Mains contribute to the final merit list.
Paper Subjects Total Marks Time Duration
Paper I English 100 3 hours
Paper II Hindi 100 3 hours
Paper III General Studies 200 3 hours
Paper IV Optional Subject, Part I 200 3 hours
Total 600 12 hours

Paper-I: General Studies

The general studies syllabus is further divided into the following topics:

  • General Science.
  • Current events of national and international importance. History of India and Indian National Movement.
  •  Indian and World Geography.
  •  Indian Culture, Indian Polity, and Indian Economy.
  •  General Mental Ability.
  •  Haryana-Economy and people. Social, economic, and cultural institutions
    and language of Haryana.

Paper-II: CSAT

Paper-II: CSAT is a qualifying paper, which means marks obtained in
paper-II will not be counted in the final ranking. However, a candidate must secure at least 33% marks in this paper in order to be eligible for further
consideration. Below you can check the HPSC HCS paper-II syllabus

  • Comprehension
  •  Interpersonal skills, including communication skills
  •  Logical reasoning and analytical ability
  •  Decision-making and problem-solving
  •  General mental ability
  •  Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, order of magnitude, etc.-
    Class X level), Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency,
    etc. – Class X-level).

Paper I: English and English Essay

The purpose of this paper is to assess the candidate’s ability to read and
comprehend significant discursive writing and communicate their thoughts
clearly and accurately in English. The pattern of questions would be
broadly as follows:

English

  • Precis Writing
  •  Comprehension of given passages
  •  Essay
  •  Usage and Vocabulary
  •  General Grammar/Composition

Essay-Candidates will be required to write an essay on a particular topic
from the choice of subjects that will be given. They will be expected to be in
line with the subject of the essay and arrange their ideas in a structured
order and concisely

Paper-II: Hindi and Hindi Essay in Devnagri script

  • Translation of an English passage into Hindi.
  • Letter/Precis writing.
  •  Explanation of Hindi passage (prose and poetry) in the same language.
  •  Composition (idioms, correction, etc.).
  •  Essay on a specific topic. The choice of subjects will be given.

Paper III: General Studies
The nature and standard questions in these papers will be such that a welleducated person will be able to answer them without any specialized study.
The questions will be such as to test a candidate’s general awareness of a
variety of subjects that will have relevance for a career in Civil Services

Part-I

 

  • History of Modern India and Indian Culture – The History of Modern
    India includes questions on important personalities who shaped the
    direction of the freedom movement and social reforms. The part relating to
    Indian Culture‘ will cover all aspects of Indian culture from ancient to
    modern times.
  • Geography of India – In this part, questions will be on the physical,
    economic, and social geography of India.
  •  Indian Polity – Questions on the Constitution of India, the Political system,
    and related matters.
  •  Current National Issues and Topics of Social Relevance – This part is
    intended to test the candidate’s awareness of current national issues and
    topics of social relevance in present-day India, such as the: Demography
    and Human Resources and related issues. Behavioural and social issues
    and social welfare problems, such as child labor, gender equality, adult
    literacy, rehabilitation of the handicapped and other deprived segments of
    society, drug abuse, public health, etc. Law enforcement issues, human
    rights, corruption in public life, communal harmony, etc. Internal Security
    and related issues. Environmental issues, ecological preservation,
    conservation of natural resources, and national heritage. The role of
    national institutions, their relevance, and the need for change.

Part-II

  • India and the World – This part is intended to test the candidate’s
    awareness of India’s relationship with the world in various spheres, such as
    the following:- Foreign Affairs External Security, and related matters.
    Nuclear Policy. Indian abroad.
  • Indian Economy – Questions will be on the planning and economic
    development in India, economic and trade issues foreign trade, the role and
    functions of I.M.F. World Bank, W.T.O., etc.
  •  International Affairs and Institutions – This part will include questions on
    important events in world affairs and on international institutions.
  •  Developments in the field of science and technology,
    communications, and space – In this part, questions will test the
    candidate’s awareness of the developments in the field of science and
    technology.
  • Statistical analysis, graphs, and diagrams – This part will include
    exercises to test the candidate’s ability to draw common sense conclusions
    from information presented in a statistical, graphical, or diagrammatical
    form and to point out deficiencies, limitations, or inconsistencies therein

Optional Subjects for HPSC HCS Mains

The candidates should select only one optional subject out of the 29
optional subjects given below, in which they want to appear in the HPSC
HCS Mains at the time of filling out the HPSC HCS Application form . It
should be noted that no change in the optional subject would be allowed
after filling out the HPSC HCS Application Form . The optional subjects that
are presently available are mentioned in the following section.

Agriculture

  •  Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science
  •  Anthropology
  •  Botany
  •  Chemistry
  •  Civil Engineering
  •  Commerce and Accountancy
  • Economics
  •  Electrical Engineering
  •  English Literature
  •  Geology
  •  Geography
  •  Hindi Literature (in Devnagri Script)
  •  Indian History
  • Law
  • Mathematics
  • Management
  •  Mechanical Engineering
  •  Medical Science
  • Physics
  • Philosophy
  •  Political Science and International Relations
  •  Psychology
  •  Public Administration
  • Punjabi Literature
  •  Statistics
  • Sociology
  • Sanskrit Literature
  • Zoology
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