JPSC CCSE Official Syllabus – Complete Prelims & Mains

The JPSC Combined Civil Services Examination (CCSE) syllabus is the most important document for any aspirant. Study this carefully before starting your preparation.

JPSC CCSE Prelims Syllabus

Paper I – General Studies I (150 marks | 2 hours)

  • History of India and Indian National Movement
  • Indian and World Geography – Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and World
  • Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues
  • Economic and Social Development – Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives
  • General issues on Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change
  • General Science

Paper II – General Studies II – Jharkhand Special (150 marks | 2 hours)

  • History of Jharkhand
  • Geography of Jharkhand
  • Economy of Jharkhand
  • Polity and Governance of Jharkhand
  • Culture, Art, Civilization and Heritage of Jharkhand
  • Jharkhand: Tribal Communities, Culture and Language
  • Facts about Jharkhand

JPSC CCSE Mains Syllabus

The Mains exam consists of 6 papers of 200 marks each (Total: 1200 marks) + Interview (100 marks)

Paper Subject Marks Duration
Paper I General Hindi & General English (Qualifying) 100+100 3 hrs each
Paper II Language & Literature 200 3 hours
Paper III Social Sciences 200 3 hours
Paper IV Indian Constitution, Polity, Public Administration & Good Governance 200 3 hours
Paper V Indian Economy, Globalization & Sustainable Development 200 3 hours
Paper VI General Science, Environment & Technology Development 200 3 hours

Mains Paper III – Social Sciences (Detailed)

This paper covers History, Geography, and Civics topics:

  • History of India – Ancient, Medieval, Modern
  • Jharkhand – Historical Background, Major Revolts and Movements
  • Geography of India and Jharkhand
  • Demographic Scenario of Jharkhand
  • Urbanization and Industrial Growth in Jharkhand
  • India’s Foreign Policy
  • United Nations and International Organizations

Recommended Books for JPSC Preparation

  • History: NCERT Class 6-12, Bipan Chandra (Modern India), R.S. Sharma (Ancient India)
  • Polity: M. Laxmikanth (Indian Polity)
  • Geography: NCERT Class 11-12, G.C. Leong (Physical Geography)
  • Economy: Ramesh Singh (Indian Economy), Economic Survey
  • Jharkhand Special: Jharkhand – Ek Parichay (Official), Jharkhand GK by various local publications
  • Current Affairs: The Hindu, PIB, Jharkhand Government website

Official Website: jpsc.gov.in – Download official syllabus PDF from the official site.