UPSC Prelims Previous Year Question Papers are the tool that will help candidates preparing for the UPSC Prelims 2025 have an idea about the question paper, evaluate their preparation, and identify areas of improvement. These papers help pinpoint key topics in the UPSC Prelims syllabus, enabling you to focus your revision on areas that are frequently tested.
Make sure to keep the last 10 years' UPSC Prelims Previous Year question papers with answers readily available during your preparation. Explore subject-wise UPSC Prelims previous year questions to understand the exam's difficulty level, refine your approach, and strengthen your overall preparation for the upcoming 2025 exam here.
Using UPSC Prelims Previous Year Question Papers with Answer Keys is one of the most effective strategies for preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Exam. By reviewing the last 10 years of UPSC Prelims question papers in PDF format, candidates can identify recurring patterns and important themes, making it easier to focus on critical areas during revision. Below are direct links to download the last 10 years of UPSC Prelims question papers and answer keys for both GS Paper 1 and CSAT:
Solving the UPSC Prelims Previous Year Question allows the candidates to focus on each area in depth, ensuring comprehensive preparation for the exam. Access Topic-Wise PDFs of UPSC Prelims PYQs from the past 10 years, covering key subjects. Practising these questions with detailed solutions boosts both knowledge retention and problem-solving speed, improving accuracy for the actual exam. We have provided the subject-wise UPSC Prelims PYQs with solutions for a strategic approach to exam preparation. These PDFs provide in-depth explanations and insights into the exam pattern, helping aspirants tackle each subject effectively.
Subject Name | UPSC Prelims PYQs Link |
Ancient & Medieval History | 2013-2024 PYQs with Solution |
Environment and Ecology | 2013-2024 PYQs with Solution |
Modern History | 2013-2024 PYQs with Solution |
Geography | 2013-2024 PYQs with Solution |
Art and Culture | 2013-2024 PYQs with Solution |
Indian Economy | 2013-2024 PYQs with Solution |
Polity | 2013-2024 PYQs with Solution |
Science & Technology | 2013-2024 PYQs With Solution |
The number of questions in various subjects of the UPSC Civil Services Prelims has fluctuated over the years, reflecting changing patterns in the exam.
Year | History | Geography | Polity | Art & Culture | Environment | Science & Tech | Economics |
2013 | 16 | 18 | 16 | 9 | 17 | 14 | 19 |
2014 | 20 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 16 | 10 |
2015 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 8 | 13 |
2016 | 15 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 18 | 8 | 18 |
2017 | 14 | 9 | 22 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 16 |
2018 | 22 | 14 | 13 | 7 | 13 | 10 | 18 |
2019 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 14 |
2020 | 20 | 10 | 17 | 4 | 10 | 10 | 15 |
2021 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 5 | 17 | 14 | 16 |
2022 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 14 |
2023 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 5 | 14 | 12 | 14 |
2024 | 3 | 20 | 18 | 5 | 14 | 10 | 12 |
Candidate can download UPSC CSAT Previous Year Question Paper here!
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