History 6 topics
- Ancient Indian History
- Medieval Indian History
- Modern Indian History
- Indian National Movement
- Post-Independence India
- World History
UPSC
UPSC Civil Services PYQs: Free Practice Online
The UPSC Civil Services Examination selects candidates for the IAS, IPS, IFS and other Group A and Group B central services. It has three stages: an objective Preliminary exam, a descriptive Main exam, and a Personality Test (interview).
- 11 subjects on PYQ Bundle
- 75 topics
- Conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Free account. Previous papers and topics are added regularly, so coverage varies by exam.
About UPSC CSE
Selection stages:
- Preliminary Examination (objective, screening)
- Main Examination (9 descriptive papers)
- Personality Test (interview)
Official information: upsc.gov.in
Exam pattern
| Paper | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies Paper I | 100 | 200 |
| General Studies Paper II (CSAT) | 80 | 200 |
- Each paper is 2 hours. CSAT is qualifying (33% needed); merit is based on GS Paper I.
- One-third of the marks for a question is deducted for each wrong answer.
- Mains: two qualifying language papers, Essay, General Studies I–IV and two Optional papers, followed by the interview.
Exam patterns can change. Always confirm in the latest official notification.
Syllabus on PYQ Bundle
UPSC CSE subjects & topics
Practise PYQs subject-wise or pick a single topic. These are the subjects and topics currently set up for UPSC Civil Services in the app.
Geography 5 topics
- Physical Geography
- Indian Geography
- World Geography
- Human Geography
- Economic Geography
Indian Polity & Governance 10 topics
- Indian Constitution
- Fundamental Rights & Duties
- Parliament
- President & Vice President
- Prime Minister & Council of Ministers
- Supreme Court & High Courts
- Centre-State Relations
- Local Government
- Constitutional Bodies
- Governance & Social Justice
Economy 9 topics
- Basic Economics
- Indian Economy
- Banking & Monetary Policy
- Fiscal Policy & Budget
- Inflation & Unemployment
- Economic Growth & Development
- Agriculture
- Infrastructure
- International Trade
Environment & Ecology 6 topics
- Ecology & Ecosystems
- Biodiversity
- Climate Change
- Environmental Pollution
- Conservation
- Environmental Laws & Conventions
Science & Technology 7 topics
- General Science
- Space Technology
- Defence Technology
- Biotechnology
- Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
- Emerging Technologies
Art & Culture 6 topics
- Indian Architecture
- Indian Paintings
- Music & Dance
- Literature
- Religion & Philosophy
- Indian Heritage
Current Affairs 7 topics
- National Issues
- International Relations
- Economy
- Science & Technology
- Environment
- Government Schemes
- Reports & Indices
CSAT 6 topics
- Reading Comprehension
- Logical Reasoning
- Analytical Ability
- Basic Numeracy
- Data Interpretation
- Decision Making
Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude 7 topics
- Ethics & Human Interface
- Attitude
- Aptitude & Foundational Values
- Emotional Intelligence
- Public Service Values
- Probity in Governance
- Case Studies
Essay 6 topics
- Social Issues
- Political Issues
- Economic Issues
- Science & Technology
- Environment
- Philosophical Essays
How to use PYQs for UPSC CSE
- Prelims PYQs show UPSC's style: statement-based questions, elimination and deep conceptual understanding.
- Practise subject-wise PYQs for polity, economy, environment and history to find recurring themes.
- Don't ignore CSAT: practise reasoning and comprehension PYQs so the qualifying paper doesn't catch you out.
Start practising UPSC CSE PYQs
Pick a subject, topic or previous paper, and track how you improve.
FAQ
UPSC CSE PYQ questions, answered
Can I practise UPSC CSE PYQs for free?
Yes. Create a free PYQ Bundle account to practise UPSC Civil Services previous year questions online, subject-wise, topic-wise or as full papers, and see your performance analytics. The free plan includes ads and one exam course at a time; Premium removes ads, lets you add more courses and syncs your notes.
What is the UPSC CSE exam pattern?
Preliminary Examination (recent pattern): General Studies Paper I (Questions: 100, Marks: 200); General Studies Paper II (CSAT) (Questions: 80, Marks: 200). Each paper is 2 hours. CSAT is qualifying (33% needed); merit is based on GS Paper I. One-third of the marks for a question is deducted for each wrong answer. Mains: two qualifying language papers, Essay, General Studies I–IV and two Optional papers, followed by the interview. Exam patterns can change, so always confirm in the latest official notification.
Which UPSC CSE subjects can I practise on PYQ Bundle?
PYQ Bundle currently has 11 UPSC CSE subjects with 75 topics: History, Geography, Indian Polity & Governance, Economy, Environment & Ecology, Science & Technology, Art & Culture, Current Affairs, CSAT, Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude and Essay. Previous papers and topics are added regularly, so coverage varies.
Do I need to download UPSC CSE PYQ PDFs?
No. You practise questions directly in your browser at app.pyqbundle.com, on phone, tablet or desktop, and your attempts and progress are saved to your account. An Android app is coming soon.
Is PYQ Bundle an official UPSC CSE website?
No. PYQ Bundle is an independent practice platform and is not affiliated with the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). For official notifications, dates and answer keys, visit upsc.gov.in.