UPSC Combined SO/Steno LDCE
Previous Year Papers
Access original question papers, answer keys, cut-off marks & comprehensive topic-wise trend analysis for all batches
Paper 1 - General Studies
Constitution, Parliamentary Procedure, RTI, AOBR/TOBR, Schemes, Current Affairs, Economy
120
Questions
150
Marks
2 Hrs
Duration
| Batch Year | Question Paper | Answer Key | Cut-Off Marks |
|---|
Exam Highlights
158
Highest Cut-Off (Gen)
0.33
Negative Marking
25%
Constitution Weightage
40%
Repeated Questions
Preparation Strategy
1
Focus on Constitution of India - it carries ~25% weightage consistently
2
Solve all previous year papers - 40% questions repeat with variations
3
Current Affairs of last 6 months is crucial for 20% questions
4
Study major government schemes launched in recent years
Paper 2 - Service Rules & Procedures
MOP/NOP, CCS Rules (Pension, Conduct, CCA, Leave/LTC), GFR, DFPR, FR/SR
120
Questions
150
Marks
2 Hrs
Duration
| Batch Year | Question Paper | Answer Key | Cut-Off Marks |
|---|
Exam Highlights
40%
CCS Rules Weightage
12%
GFR Questions
15%
MOP Weightage
50%
Rule-based Questions
Preparation Strategy
1
Master CCS (CCA) Rules - highest weightage among all CCS Rules
2
Memorize key amounts and time limits in GFR and FR/SR
3
Always study latest amendments - rules change frequently
4
Manual of Office Procedure is a must-read for 15% questions
Paper 3 - Subjective/Descriptive
Precis Writing, Letter/Report Drafting, Comprehension, Note/Office Order
5
Questions
200
Marks
3 Hrs
Duration
| Batch Year | Question Paper | Model Answer | Qualifying Marks |
|---|
Exam Highlights
50
Essay Marks
1/3
Precis Length Ratio
40%
Qualifying Marks
40
Drafting Marks
Preparation Strategy
1
Practice essay writing on governance, administration & current topics
2
Precis must be exactly 1/3rd of original - practice word counting
3
Learn official letter & note formats from MOP thoroughly
4
Time management is key - allocate time for each question
Paper 1 - Topic-wise Analysis
Track the number of questions asked from each topic across all exam years (Total: 120 Questions/Year)
| Topic | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2021-22 | 2019-20 | 2018 | 2016-17 | 2015 | 2014 | 2012-13 | 2009-11 | Total | Avg % |
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Year-wise Topic Distribution
Overall Topic Weightage
Paper 2 - Topic-wise Analysis
Track the number of questions asked from each topic across all exam years (Total: 120 Questions/Year)
| Topic | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2021-22 | 2019-20 | 2018 | 2016-17 | 2015 | 2014 | 2012-13 | 2009-11 | Total | Avg % |
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Year-wise Topic Distribution
Overall Topic Weightage
Paper 3 - Topic-wise Analysis
Track the types of questions asked in subjective paper across all years (Total: 5 Questions/Year)
| Topic/Type | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2021-22 | 2019-20 | 2018 | 2016-17 | 2015 | 2014 | 2012-13 | 2009-11 | Total | Avg % |
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