NPSC Syllabus 2026, Check Prelims and Mains Topics

Q: Ques: How many questions are asked for NPSC prelims exam?

Ans: NPSC exam has a total of 200 questions. It is evaluated on a total of 200 marks.

Q: Ques: Is there negative marking in NPSC 2026?

Ans: Yes. There is negative marking for objective-type questions. 0.33 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer. Descriptive questions do not have negative marking.

Q: Ques: Does NPSC syllabus include topics related to Nagaland?

Ans: Yes, topics related to Nagaland’s geography, culture, society, administration, and heritage form an important part of both Prelims and Mains syllabi.

Q: Ques: Does NPSC syllabus include mathematics?

Ans: Yes, basic arithmetic, data interpretation, and reasoning-based questions are included under the General Mental Ability section in Prelims.

Q: Ques: Is essay writing a part of NPSC syllabus?

Ans: Yes, essay writing is included in the General Essay, Comprehension, and Grammar paper of the Mains Exam, focusing on social issues, development, and current topics.

Shilpa S

Apr 13, 2026

NPSC Syllabus 2026 is designed to evaluate candidates’ knowledge, analytical ability, and understanding of subjects relevant to administrative services in Nagaland. NPSC prelims syllabus covers topics such as General Studies, current affairs, cultural aspects of Nagaland, etc. It aims to test the candidate’s awareness of current affairs, reasoning ability, and depth of understanding in key areas necessary for effective public administration. The Mains syllabus, on the other hand, includes questions on Indian polity and administration, science, statistical abilities, essay questions, etc, across the 3 papers.

NPSC Prelims Syllabus 2026

NPSC prelims syllabus consists of topics such as general science, history, mental ability, etc. The detailed NPSC 2026 prelims syllabus is given in the table below:

Subject	Topics
General Science	General appreciation and comprehension of science.
History	Broad understanding of social, financial, and political aspects. India’s cultural heritage with emphasis on unity in diversity.
Nagaland	Social, cultural, and heritage aspects of its people.
Geography	India’s physical, social, and economic geography. Natural resources and key features of Indian agriculture.
Indian Polity and Economy	Structure of the political, executive, and judicial system. Local governance, rural and community development. Economic planning in India.
Indian National Movement	Characteristics of the 19th-century resurgence. Growth of nationalism and attainment of independence.
General Mental Ability Test	Data analysis, logical and behavioral reasoning. Analogies, basic arithmetic, and numerical ability. Fundamental computer concepts.
Current Events	Recent developments in science, technology, and the environment. Updates related to the above fields.

NPSC Mains Syllabus 2026

NPSC Mains syllabus is divided across the 3 papers, which are as follows:

Paper 1: General Essay, Comprehension, and Grammar
Paper 2: General Studies Paper 1 (Objective)
Paper 3: General Studies Paper- 2 (Descriptive)

The detailed NPSC mains syllabus 2026 is given in the table below:

Paper	Topics
General Essay, Comprehension, and Grammar	Two General Essay Questions on Catastrophe management, social issues, analysis, and results, recent national and global developments, and recent developments related to Nagaland. Comprehension Grammar
General Studies Paper-1 (Objective)	Modern history of India and Indian culture. Current national and international events. Statistical analysis, charts, and diagrams Basic and general science. Nagaland in all aspects.
General Studies Paper-2 (Descriptive)	Indian Polity and Public Administration: Constitution, administration, and political system of India. Indian Economy and Geography: Planning, physical, economic, and social geography of India. Social Problems and Sensitive Issues: Child labour, HIV/AIDS, gender bias, minorities, SC/ST, illiteracy, poverty, employment, etc. Nagaland: Geography, society, culture, and heritage. Administration in Nagaland: Organisational structure, local bodies, functions, control, and social welfare-oriented programs.

NPSC 2026 prelims is conducted for a total of 200 marks. The mains, on the other hand, is evaluated out of 600 (200 for each paper). Candidates who qualify for the written stages are called for an interview round, making the overall selection process comprehensive and merit-based.

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NPSC Syllabus 2026 FAQs

Ques: How many questions are asked for NPSC prelims exam?

Ans: NPSC exam has a total of 200 questions. It is evaluated on a total of 200 marks.

Ques: Is there negative marking in NPSC 2026?

Ans: Yes. There is negative marking for objective-type questions. 0.33 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer. Descriptive questions do not have negative marking.

Ques: Does NPSC syllabus include topics related to Nagaland?

Ans: Yes, topics related to Nagaland’s geography, culture, society, administration, and heritage form an important part of both Prelims and Mains syllabi.

Ques: Does NPSC syllabus include mathematics?

Ans: Yes, basic arithmetic, data interpretation, and reasoning-based questions are included under the General Mental Ability section in Prelims.

Ques: Is essay writing a part of NPSC syllabus?

Ans: Yes, essay writing is included in the General Essay, Comprehension, and Grammar paper of the Mains Exam, focusing on social issues, development, and current topics.