GPSC ICT Officer Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026

GPSC ICT Officer examination covering Computer Science, Networking, Database Management, Cyber Security, E-Governance, and General Knowledge.

Below is the complete topic-wise syllabus (અભ્યાસક્રમ) with 4 subjects and 11 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)

Computer Science Fundamentals

Data Structures & Algorithms

  • Arrays & Linked Lists
  • Stacks & Queues
  • Trees & Graphs
  • Sorting & Searching
  • Time & Space Complexity

Operating Systems

  • Process Management
  • Memory Management
  • File Systems
  • Deadlocks
  • CPU Scheduling

Database Management

  • Relational Model
  • SQL
  • Normalization
  • Transactions & Concurrency
  • NoSQL Databases

Programming & OOP

  • C/C++ Fundamentals
  • Java Concepts
  • Python Basics
  • OOP Principles
  • Design Patterns

Computer Networks & Security

Network Fundamentals

  • OSI & TCP/IP Models
  • IP Addressing & Subnetting
  • Routing & Switching
  • DNS & DHCP
  • HTTP/HTTPS

Cyber Security

  • Encryption & Cryptography
  • Firewalls & IDS
  • Malware & Threats
  • IT Act 2000
  • Cyber Crime Investigation

Cloud & Emerging Tech

  • Cloud Service Models
  • Virtualization
  • IoT Basics
  • Blockchain Fundamentals
  • AI & ML Overview

E-Governance & IT Policy

Digital India & E-Governance

  • Digital India Programme
  • E-Governance Models
  • National E-Governance Plan
  • State E-Governance Projects
  • Digital Payment Systems

IT Policy & Acts

  • IT Act 2000 & Amendments
  • Data Protection
  • Right to Information
  • Intellectual Property
  • Open Source Policy

General Knowledge

Gujarat GK

  • Gujarat History
  • Gujarat Geography
  • Gujarat Economy
  • Gujarat Administration

Current Affairs

  • National Events
  • International Events
  • Technology News
  • Gujarat Current Affairs

Previous year papers & practice

After reading the papers, test yourself with the full-length GPSC ICT Officer mock tests and check the detailed explanations for every question.

Frequently asked questions

What is the syllabus for GPSC ICT Officer?

The GPSC ICT Officer syllabus on GoMock covers 4 subjects: Computer Science Fundamentals, Computer Networks & Security, E-Governance & IT Policy, General Knowledge. The full topic-wise breakdown is listed on this page.

What is the negative marking in GPSC ICT Officer 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 ICT Officer 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 ICT Officer?

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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