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HPSC HCS Syllabus 2026: Download Official PDF for Prelims & Mains

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HPSC HCS Syllabus 2026

  • HPSC HCS Syllabus 2026 has been officially released by the Haryana Public Service Commission for the Haryana Civil Services (Executive Branch) and Allied Services Examination. It covers detailed topics for both Prelims (objective screening test) and Mains (descriptive papers), helping aspirants prepare strategically for the three-stage selection process: Prelims, Mains, and Interview/Personality Test. The syllabus aligns closely with UPSC patterns but includes strong Haryana-specific focus in General Studies.
  • HPSC HCS Prelims and Mains Syllabus: Click Here

HPSC HCS Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026: Overview

ParticularsDetails
OrganisationHaryana Public Service Commission (HPSC)
Exam NameHaryana Civil Services (HCS) & Allied Services Exam 2026
Official Websitewww.hpsc.gov.in
StagesPrelims (Screening), Mains (Written), Interview
Prelims SubjectsGeneral Studies (Paper I), CSAT (Paper II)
Mains SubjectsEnglish & Essay, Hindi & Essay, General Studies I to IV
Total Marks (Prelims)200 (qualifying nature for Paper II)
Total Marks (Mains)600

Prelims Exam Pattern

PaperSubjectMarksDurationTypePurpose
IGeneral Studies1002 HoursObjectiveScreening
IICivil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT)1002 HoursObjectiveQualifying
Total-2004 Hours--
  • The Prelims is an objective-type screening test with two papers of 100 marks each (total 200 marks). Paper I (General Studies) counts for shortlisting; Paper II (CSAT) is qualifying (minimum 33% required). Negative marking of 0.25 applies.

Mains Exam Pattern

PaperSubjectMarksDuration
IEnglish & English Essay1003 Hours
IIHindi & Hindi Essay1003 Hours
IIIGeneral Studies I1003 Hours
IVGeneral Studies II1003 Hours
VGeneral Studies III1003 Hours
VIGeneral Studies IV (Ethics)1003 Hours
Total-600-
  • The Mains is descriptive with six compulsory papers (total 600 marks), each of 3 hours duration. No optional subjects (shift from previous pattern). Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in language papers.

How to Download HPSC HCS Syllabus 2026 PDF

  • Visit the official HPSC website: www.hpsc.gov.in
  • Go to the Syllabus section under Examination.
  • Click on the link for “Syllabi for the Preliminary Examination as well as Main Written Examination for the posts of Haryana Civil Service (Ex. Br.) and Allied Services notified on 07.01.2026”.
  • Download the PDF directly.

Q1. What is the HPSC HCS Syllabus 2026 for Prelims?

  • The Prelims syllabus includes two papers: General Studies (covering History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Current Affairs, Science, and Haryana-specific topics) and CSAT (Comprehension, Reasoning, Numeracy, Data Interpretation). It is objective type and serves as a screening test.

Q2. Is there any change in HPSC HCS Mains Syllabus 2026?

  • Yes, the new pattern removes optional subjects and introduces four separate General Studies papers plus Ethics (GS-IV), making it more aligned with analytical and governance-focused questions, similar to UPSC style, with total 600 marks across six papers.

Q3. How can I download the official HPSC HCS Syllabus 2026 PDF?

  • Visit www.hpsc.gov.in, navigate to the Syllabus section, and download the PDF notified on 28.01.2026 for HCS (Ex. Br.) and Allied Services. Direct links are also provided on reliable education portals.

Q4. What is the exam pattern for HPSC HCS Prelims 2026?

  • Prelims has two objective papers of 100 marks each (total 200). Paper I (GS) is for merit; Paper II (CSAT) is qualifying with 33% minimum. Negative marking of 0.25 applies.
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