GPSC Class 1 & 2 Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026

Gujarat Public Service Commission Class 1 & 2 Preliminary Examination. Covers Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Gujarat GK, and Current Affairs.

Below is the complete topic-wise syllabus (અભ્યાસક્રમ) with 8 subjects and 32 topic groups, the format of the GoMock mock tests, and the previous year papers available for practice.

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Exam pattern (GoMock mock test format)

Questions per mock test100 MCQs
Duration120 minutes
Marking scheme+1 for each correct answer
Negative marking−0.33 for each wrong answer
LanguageGujarati & English (bilingual)
Mock tests on GoMock10 full-length tests (1 free)

The mock tests are designed to follow the pattern of this exam. Always confirm the final syllabus, marks and dates in the official notification published by the recruiting board.

Complete syllabus (અભ્યાસક્રમ)

Indian History

Ancient India

  • Indus Valley Civilization
  • Vedic Period
  • Buddhism & Jainism
  • Maurya Empire
  • Gupta Dynasty
  • Sangam Age

Medieval India

  • Delhi Sultanate
  • Mughal Empire
  • Vijayanagara Empire
  • Bhakti & Sufi Movements
  • Regional Kingdoms

Modern India

  • British Rule & Expansion
  • Indian National Movement
  • Gandhian Era
  • Revolutionary Movements
  • Post-Independence India

Art & Culture

  • Indian Architecture
  • Painting & Sculpture
  • Classical Dance & Music
  • Literature
  • Festivals & Traditions

Geography

Physical Geography

  • Geomorphology
  • Climatology
  • Oceanography
  • Biogeography
  • Soils

Indian Geography

  • Physical Features
  • Rivers & Drainage
  • Climate of India
  • Natural Vegetation
  • Mineral & Energy Resources
  • Agriculture

Gujarat Geography

  • Physical Features of Gujarat
  • Rivers of Gujarat
  • Climate & Soils
  • Districts & Regions
  • Natural Resources

World Geography

  • Continents & Oceans
  • World Climate
  • Population Geography
  • Major Countries

Indian Polity & Constitution

Constitutional Framework

  • Preamble
  • Fundamental Rights
  • DPSP
  • Fundamental Duties
  • Amendment Process

Union Government

  • President
  • Prime Minister & Council of Ministers
  • Parliament
  • Supreme Court
  • CAG
  • Attorney General

State Government

  • Governor
  • Chief Minister
  • State Legislature
  • High Court
  • Advocate General

Local Government

  • Panchayati Raj
  • Municipalities
  • 73rd & 74th Amendments

Constitutional & Statutory Bodies

  • Election Commission
  • UPSC
  • Finance Commission
  • NHRC
  • NITI Aayog

Indian Economy

Basic Economic Concepts

  • GDP & GNP
  • Inflation
  • National Income
  • Poverty & Unemployment
  • Economic Planning

Sectors of Economy

  • Agriculture
  • Industry
  • Service Sector
  • Infrastructure

Banking & Finance

  • RBI & Monetary Policy
  • Commercial Banking
  • Fiscal Policy
  • Budget
  • Taxation

International Economy

  • WTO
  • IMF & World Bank
  • Foreign Trade
  • FDI & FII
  • Balance of Payments

Science & Technology

Physics

  • Mechanics
  • Heat & Thermodynamics
  • Light & Optics
  • Electricity & Magnetism
  • Modern Physics

Chemistry

  • Atomic Structure
  • Periodic Table
  • Chemical Bonding
  • Acids, Bases & Salts
  • Everyday Chemistry

Biology

  • Cell Biology
  • Human Body
  • Plant Biology
  • Genetics
  • Diseases & Immunity
  • Ecology & Environment

Technology & Innovation

  • Space Technology (ISRO)
  • Defence Technology
  • IT & Communication
  • Biotechnology
  • Nuclear Technology

Gujarat General Knowledge

Gujarat History

  • Ancient Gujarat
  • Medieval Gujarat
  • Gujarat in Freedom Movement
  • Formation of Gujarat State

Gujarat Culture

  • Folk Arts & Dance
  • Festivals of Gujarat
  • Literature & Language
  • Architecture & Heritage Sites

Gujarat Economy

  • Major Industries
  • Agriculture in Gujarat
  • Ports & Trade
  • Government Schemes

Gujarat Administration

  • State Government Structure
  • Districts & Divisions
  • Important Institutions
  • State Policies

Current Affairs

National Events

  • Government Policies
  • Awards & Honours
  • Appointments
  • Defense & Security

International Events

  • International Relations
  • Summits & Conferences
  • International Organizations
  • Global Issues

Gujarat Current Affairs

  • State Government Decisions
  • Development Projects
  • State Awards
  • Important Events

Sports & Miscellaneous

  • National & International Sports
  • Books & Authors
  • Science Discoveries
  • Important Days

Reasoning & Mental Ability

Verbal Reasoning

  • Analogies
  • Classification
  • Series Completion
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Blood Relations

Non-Verbal Reasoning

  • Pattern Recognition
  • Mirror Images
  • Paper Folding
  • Figure Counting

Quantitative Aptitude

  • Number System
  • Percentage
  • Ratio & Proportion
  • Time & Work
  • Data Interpretation

Previous year papers & practice

After reading the papers, test yourself with the full-length GPSC Class 1 & 2 mock tests and check the detailed explanations for every question.

Frequently asked questions

What is the syllabus for GPSC Class 1 & 2?

The GPSC Class 1 & 2 syllabus on GoMock covers 8 subjects: Indian History, Geography, Indian Polity & Constitution, Indian Economy, Science & Technology, Gujarat General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Reasoning & Mental Ability. The full topic-wise breakdown is listed on this page.

What is the negative marking in GPSC Class 1 & 2 mock tests?

Each correct answer earns 1 mark and each wrong answer deducts 0.33 mark. Questions you leave unattempted are not penalised.

How many questions and how much time is there in each GPSC Class 1 & 2 mock test?

Each GoMock mock test has 100 questions to be solved in 120 minutes, in a computer-based test format.

Is there a free mock test for GPSC Class 1 & 2?

Yes. Mock Test 1 is free with full answers and explanations. The remaining 9 mock tests are included in the GoMock Annual Pass (₹49 for one year).

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