The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) exam is the gateway to prestigious government jobs in Gujarat. It tests candidates’ knowledge, aptitude, and skills across diverse domains such as history, polity, economy, geography, languages, and current affairs relevant to Gujarat and India. This comprehensive guide provides an exhaustive breakdown of the GPSC syllabus, enabling aspirants to prepare effectively and strategically for the exam.

GPSC Exam Overview

Exam Stage	Paper Name	Marks	Duration	Type
Preliminary	General Studies I	200	2 Hours	MCQ
Preliminary	General Studies II	200	2 Hours	MCQ
Main Exam	Gujarati Language	150	3 Hours	Descriptive
Main Exam	English Language	150	3 Hours	Descriptive
Main Exam	Essay	150	3 Hours	Descriptive
Main Exam	General Studies I	150	3 Hours	Descriptive
Main Exam	General Studies II	150	3 Hours	Descriptive
Main Exam	General Studies III	150	3 Hours	Descriptive
Personality Test	Interview	100	–	Oral

Note:

• Prelims is the qualifying stage to shortlist candidates for Mains.
• Mains + Interview marks decide the final merit.

Detailed GPSC Syllabus & Topic-wise Breakdown

1. Preliminary Exam – General Studies I (200 Marks)

Topic	Detailed Subtopics
Indian & Gujarat History	Ancient civilizations (Indus Valley), Mauryan Empire, Gupta Era, Medieval Gujarat dynasties, freedom struggle including Gujarat’s role (Salt Satyagraha, Bardoli).
Indian Polity & Constitution	Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Parliament, Judiciary, State Govt., Local Govt. (Panchayati Raj), Emergency provisions.
Indian Geography & Gujarat Geography	Physical features, rivers, climate, soil types, agriculture in Gujarat, mineral resources (Kutch salt, diamond trade), major ports.
Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability	Non-verbal reasoning, puzzles, coding-decoding, blood relations, analogies.
Current Affairs	National & international events, government schemes, awards, sports, science breakthroughs relevant to Gujarat and India.
International Relations	India’s foreign policy, SAARC, BRICS, UN, WTO, bilateral relations.

2. Preliminary Exam – General Studies II (200 Marks)

Topic	Detailed Subtopics
Indian Economy & Gujarat Economy	Economic reforms since 1991, Planning Commission, GST, agriculture, industry, trade of Gujarat (textiles, pharma, diamonds).
Science & Technology	Recent developments in ISRO, biotechnology, IT, renewable energy, state-level innovations (solar parks).
Environment & Ecology	Biodiversity, conservation in Gir forest, climate change impacts, state environmental policies.
Disaster Management	Earthquake preparedness in Gujarat, flood control (Sardar Sarovar dam), disaster response mechanisms.
Society & Culture	Festivals, folk arts (Garba, Bhavai), crafts (bandhani, patola), tribal culture of Gujarat.

3. Main Exam – Language Papers (450 Marks Total)

Paper	Focus Areas
Gujarati	Grammar, vocabulary, essay writing, precis, translation (Gujarati-English), letter/report writing, comprehension.
English	Essay writing, letter/report writing, grammar, comprehension, précis writing, vocabulary.
Essay	Social, economic, political, environmental topics; articulate ideas clearly and cohesively.

4. Main Exam – General Studies Papers

Paper IV – GS-I: History, Culture, Geography (150 Marks)

Topics	Description
History	Indian Ancient to Modern Era; Mauryan, Gupta, Sultanate periods; Gujarat history with emphasis on dynasties and freedom movements.
Culture	Gujarat’s arts, crafts, folk dance (Garba, Bhavai), temple architecture (Modhera, Somnath), tribal traditions.
Geography	Physical geography, climate, soil, rivers; economic geography including agriculture and mineral resources of Gujarat.

Paper V – GS-II: Polity, Governance, Ethics, International Relations (150 Marks)

Topics	Description
Polity & Constitution	Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Union & State governance, amendments, Panchayati Raj.
Governance & Ethics	Public administration theories, e-governance, transparency, ethical frameworks, Lokayukta.
International Relations	India’s foreign relations, trade policies, SAARC, BRICS, global diplomacy, Gujarat’s international trade relations.

Paper VI – GS-III: Economy, Science & Technology, Environment, Disaster Management (150 Marks)

Topics	Description
Economy & Planning	Indian and Gujarat economy, Five Year Plans, budgeting, GST, agricultural & industrial development.
Science & Technology	ISRO missions, vaccine development, IT sector growth, renewable energy initiatives in Gujarat.
Environment & Disaster Mgmt	Conservation, climate change, natural disasters, earthquake & flood management in Gujarat.

Topic-wise Detailed Descriptions

History

• Ancient India: Indus Valley Civilization, Vedic culture, Mauryan empire (Ashoka’s policies), Gupta era’s golden age.
• Medieval India & Gujarat: Delhi Sultanate, Mughal empire’s governance in Gujarat, Solanki dynasty’s temple architecture (Modhera Sun Temple), medieval trade and culture.
• Modern India & Gujarat’s Role: British colonial policies, 1857 revolt, Indian nationalism, Gujarat leaders (Sardar Patel, Gandhi), Salt Satyagraha, Bardoli Satyagraha.

Geography

• Physical Geography: India’s physiographic divisions and Gujarat’s topography (Rann of Kutch, Gir forest ecosystem).
• Climate: Monsoon patterns, drought-prone areas, impact on agriculture.
• Economic Geography: Industries in Gujarat (petrochemical zones in Vadodara, textiles in Ahmedabad, diamond centers in Surat).
• Resource Geography: Mineral wealth (salt, oil), river systems (Sabarmati, Narmada).

Polity & Governance

• Constitution: Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Parliament, judiciary.
• State Governance: Governor, Chief Minister, State legislature, Panchayati Raj.
• Ethics: Ethical theories, dilemmas, RTI Act, Lokayukta, anti-corruption measures.
• Governance Innovations: Digital Gujarat, e-governance initiatives.

Economy

• National Economy: Liberalization, GST, budget process.
• Gujarat Economy: Agriculture (cotton, groundnut), industries (textiles, pharma, diamonds), export hubs, GIFT city.
• Planning & Development: Five Year Plans, NITI Aayog, state policies.

Science & Technology

• Space Research: ISRO missions (Chandrayaan, Mangalyaan).
• Biotech & Healthcare: Vaccine production, pharma industry.
• IT Sector: IT parks, cybersecurity.
• Renewable Energy: Solar, wind energy projects in Gujarat.

Environment & Disaster Management

• Conservation: Gir National Park’s Asiatic lions, biodiversity.
• Climate Change: Impact on agriculture and water resources.
• Disaster Management: Earthquake, flood control, tsunami preparedness.

Current Affairs

• Government schemes, Gujarat developments (Sabarmati Riverfront), rankings (Ease of Doing Business).

Preparation Tips

• Prelims: Practice daily MCQs, maintain short notes, focus on basics and Gujarat-specific facts.
• Mains: Improve writing skills, practice essays, focus on language papers, include Gujarat-centric examples.
• Interview: Prepare a confident personal introduction, stay updated on current affairs and ethics topics.

Recommended Books & Resources

Subject	Recommended Books / Resources
History	India’s Struggle for Independence by Bipin Chandra, Gujarat History by Rajnikant Solanki
Geography	Certificate Physical and Human Geography by G.C. Leong, Gujarat Maps
Polity	Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth, Gujarat Govt official publications
Economy	Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh, Gujarat Economic Survey
Science & Technology	ISRO official website, Science and Technology in India by Kalpana Rajaram
Environment	Environment Studies by Erach Bharucha, Gujarat Environment Dept reports
Language	Wren & Martin Grammar, Gujarati Vyakaran texts, Essay writing guides
Current Affairs	Yojana, Pratiyogita Darpan, Government press releases

GPSC Syllabus PDF Download

Download the official and updated GPSC syllabus PDF from the GPSC official website:
GPSC Official Website
Go to the “Syllabus and Exam Notifications” section to find the latest syllabus documents.

Conclusion

The GPSC exam requires a thorough understanding of subjects, with special emphasis on Gujarat’s history, economy, culture, and governance. This detailed topic-wise guide helps aspirants plan their studies effectively, understand the exam pattern, and use recommended resources efficiently. Consistency, practice, and staying current with affairs will boost your chances to crack GPSC 2025.

Best of luck for your GPSC preparation!