Before diving into the detailed syllabus, candidates should understand the basic exam structure. The table below provides essential information about the HPSC HCS recruitment exam 2026.
| Exam Details | Details |
|---|
| Exam Name | HPSC HCS Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) |
| Post Name | Haryana Civil Services (HCS) & Allied Services |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Prelims: OMR based, Mains: Descriptive) |
| Exam Type | Objective (Prelims), Descriptive (Mains) |
| Total Questions | Prelims: 200 (100 each paper) |
| Total Marks | Prelims: 200, Mains: 600 |
| Exam Duration | Prelims: 4 Hours (2+2), Mains: 3 Hours per paper |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam + Main Written Exam + Interview |
| Exam Language | English / Hindi |
| Official Website | hpsc.gov.in |
Understanding the HPSC HCS exam pattern 2026 is crucial for effective preparation. The exam pattern provides insights into the structure, marking scheme, duration, and types of questions asked in the examination.
| Subject | Topics |
|---|
| General Studies (Prelims) | General Science, Current events, History of India & Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, Indian Culture, Indian Polity and Indian Economy, General Mental Ability, Haryana – Economy and people, Social, economic and cultural institutions, and language of Haryana |
| Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) | Comprehension, Interpersonal skills, Logical reasoning and analytical ability, Decision making and problem solving, General mental ability, Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, order of magnitude etc. Class X level), Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency etc. Class X level) |
| English (Mains) | Precis Writing, Comprehension of given passages, Essay, Usage and Vocabulary, General Grammar/Composition |
| Hindi (Mains) | Translation of English passage into Hindi, Letter/Precis writing, Explanation of Hindi passage and poetry, Composition: Idioms, sentence correction, Essay on specific topic |
| General Studies I (Mains) | Indian Heritage & Culture, Modern Indian history, Freedom Struggle, Post-independence consolidation, World History, Indian Society, Geography: Physical, resources, geophysical phenomena, Haryana specific issues |
| General Studies II (Mains) | Indian Polity, International Relations, Governance and federal structure, Statutory bodies, e-governance |
| General Studies III (Mains) | Indian Economy, Planning, growth, agriculture, budgeting, Science & Technology developments, Environment, disasters, security issues |
| General Studies IV (Mains) | Ethics and Human Interface, Attitude, Aptitude, Emotional intelligence, Probity in Governance, Case Studies |
| Tip No. | Tip |
|---|
| 1 | Understand the Complete Syllabus & Exam Pattern |
| 2 | Create a Realistic Study Timetable |
| 3 | Refer to Best Study Materials & Books |
| 4 | Practice Previous Year Question Papers |
| 5 | Take Regular
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| 6 | Focus on Current Affairs Daily (especially Haryana news) |
| 7 | Master Time Management Skills |
| 8 | Make Short Notes for Quick Revision |
| 9 | Stay Updated with Official Notifications on hpsc.gov.in |
| 10 | Maintain Physical & Mental Health |