GPSC Common GS Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026
The shared General Studies (Part-I) paper used across a range of GPSC Class 1 & 2 technical advertisements, including ICT Officer, Principals, Directors, and allied roles. Covers history, geography, polity, economy, science and technology, Gujarat GK, and reasoning.
Below is the complete topic-wise syllabus (અભ્યાસક્રમ) with 7 subjects and 31 topic groups, the format of the GoMock mock tests, and the previous year papers available for practice.
Exam pattern (GoMock mock test format)
| Questions per mock test | 100 MCQs |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Marking scheme | +1 for each correct answer |
| Negative marking | −0.33 for each wrong answer |
| Language | Gujarati & English (bilingual) |
| Mock tests on GoMock | 10 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)
History and Culture
Ancient India
- Indus Valley Civilization
- Vedic Age
- Jainism and Buddhism
- Relations with Central Asian countries
Medieval & Modern India
- Major dynasties of India and Gujarat
- Bhakti Movement and Sufism
- Arrival of Europeans & British rule
- Revolt of 1857
- Social & Religious Reform Movements
- Freedom Movement & Revolutionaries
- National movements
- Integration of princely states
Cultural Heritage
- Fine arts, literature, sculpture, architecture, music, dance
- Saint traditions and folk culture
- Lifestyle, fairs, festivals, food habits, costumes
Gujarat Culture & Heritage
- Cultural institutions and archaeological heritage
- Tribal culture
- Gujarati literature
- Tourism in Gujarat
Indian Polity, Constitution & IR
Indian Constitution
- Evolution and development
- Salient features
- Important provisions
- Constitutional amendments
- Basic Structure Doctrine
Constitutional Institutions
- Legislature, Executive, Judiciary
- Constitutional and Statutory Bodies
- Financial and Regulatory Institutions
Local Self Government
- Panchayati Raj Institutions
- Urban Local Bodies
Judiciary in India
- Supreme Court & High Courts
- Judicial Review & PIL
- Judicial Reforms
International Relations
- India's Foreign Policy
- Major International Organisations
- Multilateral Organisations
- India's role
Important Policies
- Major policies and programmes of Central and State Governments
Aptitude & Mental Ability
Reasoning Ability
- Logical and Analytical Ability
- Decision Making and Problem Solving
- General Mental Ability
Numerical Ability
- Basic Numerical Ability
Data Interpretation
- Charts, Graphs, Tables
- Data Sufficiency
Economy of India & Gujarat
Basic Concepts
- Micro & Macro Economics
- National Income
- Inflation
- Fiscal & Monetary Policy
Indian Economy
- Planning & NITI Aayog
- Agriculture, Industry, Service Sector
- Infrastructure
- Public Finance (Budget, Taxation, GST, Public Debt)
Banking and Finance
- RBI & Commercial Banks
- Financial Institutions
- Capital & Money Market
External Sector
- Foreign Trade
- Balance of Payments
- FDI
- International Financial Institutions
Human Development
- Poverty & Unemployment
- Poverty Alleviation Programmes
- Human Development Indicators
- Sustainable Development
Economy of Gujarat
- Agriculture & Industries
- Co-operative Movement
- Infrastructure & Ports
- MSMEs & Industrial Policy
Geography
Physical Geography
- Physical Geography of India and the World
- Important Geographical Features
Geography of Gujarat
- Physiographic Divisions
- Climate & Rivers
- Natural Vegetation & Soils
- Agriculture & Irrigation
- Minerals & Industries
- Population & Urbanization
Environment & Resources
- Natural Resources
- Conservation
- Environmental Issues
- Biodiversity
Disaster Management
- Natural & Man-made Disasters
- Disaster Preparedness & Mitigation
Science & Technology
General Science
- General Science basics
- Recent Developments in Science and Technology
ICT & Space Technology
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- ISRO & Indian Space Missions
- Satellite Applications
Emerging Technologies
- Biotechnology and its Applications
- Nuclear Science and Technology
Environmental Science
- Climate Change
- Pollution
- Renewable Energy
- Sustainable Development
S&T Policies
- Government Initiatives and Policies related to Science & Technology
Current Affairs
Important Events
- International Importance
- National Importance
- Gujarat State Importance
Miscellaneous
- Sports
- Awards and Honours
- Important Persons in News
- Books and Authors
- Important Days and Events
Domain Specific CA
- Science & Technology CA
- Economy CA
- Government Schemes and Policies
- Reports, Indices and Organizations
Previous year papers & practice
After reading the papers, test yourself with the full-length GPSC Common GS mock tests and check the detailed explanations for every question.
Frequently asked questions
What is the syllabus for GPSC Common GS?
The GPSC Common GS syllabus on GoMock covers 7 subjects: History and Culture, Indian Polity, Constitution & IR, Aptitude & Mental Ability, Economy of India & Gujarat, Geography, Science & Technology, Current Affairs. The full topic-wise breakdown is listed on this page.
What is the negative marking in GPSC Common GS 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 Common GS 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 Common GS?
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).