Welcome to the IASEasyWay Syllabus & Books Hub — your one-stop reference for official exam syllabi, recommended books, and study plans for UPSC Civil Services, MPSC Rajyaseva, and the MPSC Combined Group B (PSI / STI / ASO) examinations.
Each card below links to a dedicated page with the full exam pattern, paper-wise syllabus breakdown, and recommended reference books. Click any card to get started:
UPSC CSE Syllabus
Prelims (GS Paper I & CSAT), Mains GS Papers I–IV, Essay, Optional Subject. Complete pattern + reference booklist.
UPSC CAPF (AC) Syllabus
Paper I (Objective) + Paper II (Descriptive). PET criteria and personality test details.
UPSC CDS Syllabus
IMA / INA / AFA pattern (3 papers) and OTA pattern (2 papers). English, GK, and Mathematics.
MPSC Rajyaseva Syllabus
New descriptive pattern (UPSC-aligned). Essay + GS Papers I–IV + Optional. Reference booklist in Marathi & English.
MPSC PSI Syllabus
Police Sub Inspector pattern, mains papers, and mandatory physical test standards (height, chest, PET marks).
MPSC STI Syllabus
State Tax Inspector pattern, taxation, GST, public finance, and Indian economy focus areas.
MPSC ASO Syllabus
Assistant Section Officer exam pattern, Indian Constitution, Secretariat rules, and administrative procedures.
📚 General Study Tips for Syllabus-Based Preparation
Understanding the syllabus is the first and most critical step in civil services preparation. Here is a quick guide on how to use the syllabus effectively:
- Download the official notification: Always cross-check the cards above with the latest official notification from the UPSC/MPSC website before starting your preparation.
- Map syllabus to resources: For every sub-topic in the syllabus, identify one standard reference book and one current affairs source.
- Track your coverage: Create a syllabus checklist and tick off each topic after completing detailed study notes.
- Identify high-frequency topics: Check PYQs (Previous Year Questions) for each sub-topic to prioritize which areas have historically contributed more questions.