The UPSSSC Lekhpal (Rajasva Lekhpal) Main Examination for the 7,994-post cycle (Advt. No. 02-Exam/2025) was held on 21 May 2026, after candidates were shortlisted using their UPSSSC PET 2025 normalised score. This page breaks down the full exam pattern and subject-wise syllabus for that cycle – useful both for candidates awaiting results and as a preparation baseline for the next Lekhpal recruitment.
UPSSSC Lekhpal Exam Pattern 2026
| Part | Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Subject-Related Knowledge (General Studies) | 65 | 65 |
| Part 2 | Computer & Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| Part 3 | General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
Exam mode: offline, OMR-based. Exam duration: 2 hours. Question type: objective (multiple-choice). Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer; no deduction for unattempted questions.
Part 1 – Question-Wise Breakdown
| Topic | Questions / Marks |
|---|---|
| History of India & Indian National Movement | 5 |
| Indian Polity & Indian Constitution | 5 |
| Geography of India & the World | 5 |
| Indian Economy & Social Development | 5 |
| Rural Society & Development | 5 |
| National & International Current Events | 5 |
| Science & Technology | 5 |
| Environmental Ecology & Disaster Management | 10 |
| Data Interpretation | 10 |
| General Hindi | 10 |
UPSSSC Lekhpal Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Intermediate (12th pass) from a recognised board |
| Preliminary Requirement | Must have appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and been issued a valid scorecard; shortlisting for the Main Examination was based on the PET 2025 normalised score |
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
UPSSSC Lekhpal Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 18 – 40 years (as on 01-07-2025) |
| Reserved Categories | Age relaxation as per government rules |
UPSSSC Lekhpal Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwD | ₹25 (online processing fee, at application stage) |
UPSSSC Lekhpal Subject-Wise Syllabus
History & Indian National Movement
- Social, cultural, economic and political aspects of Indian history
- Rise of nationalism and the freedom struggle
- Key movements and leaders of the independence movement
Indian Polity & Constitution
- Basics of the Indian Constitution
- Structure of governance – Union, State and local bodies
- Panchayati Raj institutions and rural local self-government
- Fundamental rights and duties
Geography of India & the World
- Physical, social and economic geography of India
- Agriculture, horticulture, forestry and animal husbandry
- Population, urbanisation, Smart Cities and Smart Villages
- General world geography
Indian Economy & Social Development
- Economic planning in India, NITI Aayog, and Sustainable Development Goals
- Government budget and the financial system
- Agriculture, industry, trade and commerce
- Land reforms after Independence, globalisation and liberalisation
- Infrastructure – power, ports, roads, airports and railways
Rural Society & Development
- Rural development in the Indian context
- Rural development programmes, schemes and management/research systems
- Rural health schemes and rural social development
- Land reforms and Central/State rural development schemes
National & International Current Events
- Current affairs of national importance
- Current affairs of international importance
Science & Technology
- India’s Science and Technology policy and applications
- National development and security through technology
- Space technology, defence technology and energy sources
- Nanotechnology, microbiology and biotechnology
- Issues related to intellectual property rights and digital rights
Environmental Ecology & Disaster Management
- Environmental protection, ecosystems and biodiversity
- Wildlife conservation, pollution and environmental degradation
- Environmental impact assessment and climate change
- Disaster Management Act 2005; NDMA, SDMA, NDRF and SDRF
Data Interpretation
- Data interpretation and analysis
- Statistical analysis
- Reading graphs and diagrams
General Hindi
- Phonetics, pronunciation, vowels, consonants and sound classification
- Word formation – Sandhi, Samas, prefixes and suffixes
- Sentence structure, punctuation and word correction
- Grammatical categories, idioms and proverbs
- Vocabulary – synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitutions
- Official, semi-official, personal and business correspondence; office orders, notifications and circulars
Computer & Information Technology
- History, introduction and application of computers, IT, Internet and the World Wide Web
- Hardware, software, input/output devices and IP addresses
- IT gadgets, email, and operating printers, tablets and mobile devices
- MS Word, MS Excel and operating systems
- Social networking, e-governance and digital financial tools
- Cybersecurity and “future skills”
- Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Internet of Things, and India’s achievements in these fields
General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh
- History, culture, art, architecture, heritage and customs of UP
- Festivals, folk dances, literature and regional languages
- Tourism, geography, environment and natural resources of UP
- Climate, soil, forests, wildlife and minerals
- Economy, agriculture, industries and employment
- Polity, administration, current events and state achievements
UPSSSC Lekhpal Selection Process
- Shortlisting for the Main Examination based on the UPSSSC PET 2025 normalised score
- Main Written Examination (100 marks, objective type)
- Document Verification / record scrutiny for candidates who clear the written exam
UPSSSC Lekhpal Preparation Tips
- Since all sections carry marks and there’s negative marking, prioritise accuracy over attempting every question
- Give additional attention to UP GK, since it carries 20 marks, and to Computer & IT, which carries 15 marks
- Cover static GK topics on Uttar Pradesh in depth, alongside recent state and national current affairs
- Practice Data Interpretation questions regularly – bar graphs, pie charts and tables are common formats
- Revise NCERT-level Science, Polity and History rather than going into excessive depth
- Attempt previous year Lekhpal papers to get familiar with the question style across sections
Important links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| UPSSSC Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
| All Notifications | upsssc.gov.in/AllNotifications.aspx |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many questions are there in the UPSSSC Lekhpal exam?
There are 100 objective-type questions for a total of 100 marks, split across three parts (65 + 15 + 20).
2. Is there negative marking in the UPSSSC Lekhpal exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer; there’s no deduction for unattempted questions.
3. What is the duration of the UPSSSC Lekhpal exam?
The exam duration is 2 hours.
4. Is UPSSSC PET compulsory to apply for Lekhpal?
Yes – candidates needed to have appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and been issued a scorecard. Shortlisting for the Main Examination was based on the PET 2025 normalised score, not merely on having appeared.
5. What is the selection process for UPSSSC Lekhpal?
PET 2025 score-based shortlisting, followed by the Main Written Examination and Document Verification.
