UPPSC RO ARO Syllabus And Exam Pattern 2026, Check Exam Structure Details

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) conducts the Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) examination to select qualified candidates for ministerial and administrative positions in various government departments across Uttar Pradesh. Aspirants preparing for the UPPSC RO ARO Exam 2026 must be familiar with the detailed syllabus, exam pattern, marking scheme, and selection procedure to understand the examination requirements and prepare effectively.

Candidates can check the official notification for the UPPSC RO/ARO Examination 2026 to get detailed information

UPPSC RO ARO Syllabus And Exam Pattern 2026: Overview

The UPPSC RO ARO syllabus generally covers General Studies, General Hindi, and other subjects specified for the relevant examination stage. Candidates can check the key details of the UPPSC Review Officer and Assistant Review Officer examination in the table below.

Particulars	Details
Exam Conducting Body	Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
Exam Name	UPPSC RO ARO Exam 2026
Posts	Review Officer (RO), Assistant Review Officer (ARO)
Exam Category	Syllabus and Exam Pattern
Preliminary Exam	Objective Type
Mains Exam	Objective and Descriptive
Total Prelims Marks	200
Total Mains Marks	800
Negative Marking	1/3 mark for each incorrect answer, as per the previous scheme
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains and Document Verification
Official Website	uppsc.up.nic.in⁠

UPPSC RO ARO Prelims Exam Pattern 2026

The Preliminary Examination is the first stage of the recruitment process. It consists of two objective-type papers: General Studies and General Hindi. Candidates must qualify for the preliminary examination to become eligible for the Mains examination.

Paper	Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
Paper 1	General Studies	140	140	2 Hours
	General Hindi	60	60	1 Hour
Total		200	200	3 Hours

UPPSC RO ARO Prelims Syllabus 2026

The preliminary syllabus covers General Studies and General Hindi. Candidates should prepare the following topics for the examination.

The preliminary examination consists of a single objective-type question paper divided into two parts:

Paper: General Studies (GS) – Paper I (140 Questions, 140 Marks)

• General Science: General understanding of science, covering physics, chemistry, and biology up to graduation/high school level.
• History of India: Ancient, medieval, and modern Indian history.
• Indian National Movement: Growth of nationalism, freedom struggle, and prominent personalities.
• Indian Polity, Economy & Culture: Constitution, political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy, rights issues, economic development, and cultural heritage.
• Indian Agriculture, Commerce & Trade: Agricultural production, marketing, trade policies, and commerce in India.
• Population, Environment & Urbanization: Census data, ecological concepts, pollution, sustainable development, and urbanization patterns in the Indian context.
• World Geography, Indian Geography & Natural Resources: Physical, social, and economic geography of India and the world, along with natural resources.
• Current Events: Important national and international current affairs.
• General Mental Aptitude: Logical reasoning, analytical ability, and basic quantitative aptitude.
• Specialized Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh: Education, culture, agriculture, industry, trade, living standards, and social customs specific to UP.

Paper: General Hindi – Paper II (60 Questions, 60 Marks)

• विलोम (Antonyms): 10 शब्द
• वाक्य एवं वर्तनी शुद्धि (Sentence & Spelling Correction): 10 वाक्य
• अनेक शब्दों के एक शब्द (One-word Substitution): 10 शब्द
• तत्सम एवं तद्भव शब्द (Tatsam & Tadbhav): 10 शब्द
• विशेष्य और विशेषण (Noun & Adjective): 10 शब्द
• पर्यायवाची शब्द (Synonyms): 10 शब्द

UPPSC RO ARO Mains Exam Pattern 2026

Candidates who qualify for the Preliminary Examination will be shortlisted for the Mains examination. According to the recruitment scheme, the Mains examination consists of four papers, covering General Studies, General Hindi and Drafting, and Hindi Essay.

• Paper 1: 20 questions: 10 short-answer (8 marks each, ~50 words) + 10 long-answer (12 marks each, ~125 words)
• Paper 2: Same pattern as Paper 1
• Paper 3: 8 questions; some questions have internal choices
• Paper 4: Two sections; one essay from each section compulsory

Paper	Subject	Marks	Duration
Paper 1	General Studies–I	200	3 hours
Paper 2	General Studies–II	200	3 hours
Paper 3	General Hindi & Drafting/Letter Writing (सामान्य हिन्दी एवं आलेखन)	200	3 hours
Paper 4	Hindi Essay (हिन्दी निबन्ध)	200	3 hours
		800

UPPSC RO ARO Mains Syllabus 2026

The UPPSC RO/ARO Mains Examination 2026 syllabus covers the following subjects and important topics:

Paper-1: General Studies-I (GS-1)

Section	Syllabus / Topics
Indian History, Art & Culture	Indian culture from ancient to modern times; key aspects of art forms, literature, and architecture. Modern Indian History (1757–1947): significant events, personalities, and issues. Freedom Struggle: various stages, contributors, and contributions from different parts of the country. Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country (up to 1965).
Indian Society	Salient features of Indian society and culture. Role of women and women’s organizations, population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues, urbanization, their problems and remedies. Meaning of liberalization, privatization, and globalization and their effects on social structure. Social empowerment, communalism, regionalism, and secularism.
Geography of India & Uttar Pradesh	Physical Geography: structure, relief, climate, drainage system, soils, and vegetation. Economic Geography: agriculture, irrigation, mineral and energy resources, industries, and transport networks. Human Geography: population distribution, density, growth, migration, and rural/urban settlements. Geography of Uttar Pradesh: physical, economic, and human aspects, along with regional planning and contemporary developmental issues.
Environment & Disaster Management	Environmental concepts, ecosystem types, components, energy flow, and biogeochemical cycles. Human–environment interaction: pollution (air, water, noise, soil), environmental degradation, conservation, and the Wildlife Protection Act. Nature and types of disasters: natural hazards, earthquakes, floods, droughts, landslides, epidemics, and global challenges. Disaster Management: vulnerability reduction, disaster management cycle (preparedness, mitigation, rescue, and rehabilitation), and roles of NDMA, NDRF, and SDRF.
Science & Technology	Development and applications of science and technology in daily life. Space Technology: satellite communication, remote sensing, cryogenic rockets, GPS, and India’s space program. IT industry, telecommunications, robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), nanotechnology, and biotechnology. Defense technology: missile systems, ballistic missile defense, UAVs, and stealth technology. Nuclear energy policy, applications, radiation impact, and safety issues.

Paper-2: General Studies-II (GS-2)

Section	Syllabus / Topics
Indian Polity & Constitution	Historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions, and basic structure of the Constitution. Functions and responsibilities of the Union and States, federal issues, devolution of powers up to local levels, and financial/administrative challenges. Role of the Finance Commission in Centre–State financial relations. Parliament and State Legislatures: structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers, and privileges. Judiciary: structure, organization, public interest litigation (PIL), and judicial review.
Governance	Structure, organization, and functioning of the Executive and Ministries/Departments. Statutory, regulatory, and various quasi-judicial bodies (including NITI Aayog). Government policies, interventions, design/implementation issues, and the role of ICT. Development processes and the role of civil society, NGOs, and pressure groups.
Economy & Agriculture	Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), economic planning, budgetary systems, and fiscal policy. Industrial policies, manufacturing sector challenges, infrastructure, and foreign trade. Major agricultural crops, commercialization, irrigation systems, storage, transport, and e-technology for farmers. Direct/indirect farm subsidies, Minimum Support Price (MSP) issues, and agricultural diversity in Uttar Pradesh.
Ethics and Integrity	Ethics and Human Interface: essence, determinants, and consequences of ethics in human actions; dimensions of ethics. Attitude: content, structure, function; its influence and relation with thought and behavior; moral and political attitudes. Aptitude and Emotional Intelligence: concepts, utilities, and application in civil services (impartiality, objectivity, empathy for weaker sections). Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and the world. Probity in Governance: information sharing, transparency, RTI, code of ethics, citizen charters, and work culture.
Current Events	Regional, national, and international current affairs, major global developments, sports, and specialized updates relating to Uttar Pradesh.

Paper-3: General Hindi and Drafting

• Comprehension: Unseen passage, precis writing, explanation of underlined portions, and title formulation.
• Drafting: Official/demi-official letters, office memorandums, circulars, press releases, reports, and administrative notes.
• Vocabulary & Grammar: Administrative/commercial terminology, sentence correction, synonyms, antonyms, idioms & proverbs, prefix, suffix, sandhi, and samas.
• Computer Knowledge: Basics of hardware, software, internet, and office productivity tools.

Paper-4: General Essay

Candidates must write two essays (one from each section, split into distinct word counts and mark allocations):

• Section A (80 Marks, 800 words): Science, Environment & Technology; Economic Sphere; Agriculture, Industry & Trade; Natural Disasters (Floods, Earthquakes, Droughts, etc.).
• Section B (120 Marks, 1200 words): Literature & Culture; Social & Political Sphere; National/International Events; National Development Plans & Projects

Preparation Tips for UPPSC RO/ARO Exam 2026

Candidates can follow the preparation tips given below to prepare effectively for the UPPSC RO/ARO Examination 2026.

• Understand the Syllabus and Exam Pattern: Go through the complete syllabus and exam pattern to identify important subjects and topics.
• Prepare a Study Plan: Create a daily timetable and allocate sufficient time to General Studies, General Hindi, and other subjects included in the examination.
• Focus on General Studies: Study History, Geography, Indian Polity, Economy, and other relevant topics regularly.
• Read Newspapers and Current Affairs: Stay updated with national and international events and revise important current affairs regularly.
• Practise Hindi Grammar and Writing: Focus on grammar, vocabulary, sentence correction, précis writing, and official drafting to improve your Hindi language skills.
• Practise Essay Writing: Write essays on social, political, economic, and current affairs topics to improve your writing skills and ability to organise ideas.
• Solve Previous Year’s Question Papers: Practise previous years’ papers to understand the question pattern, difficulty level, and frequently asked topics.
• Attempt Mock Tests: Take regular mock tests to assess your preparation, improve accuracy, and manage time effectively.
• Revise Regularly: Make short notes of important facts, formulas, grammar rules, and current affairs for quick revision.
• Analyse Your Performance: Review your mock test results, identify weak areas, and work on improving them before the examination.

UPPSC RO ARO Syllabus 2026: FAQs

Q1. What subjects are included in the UPPSC RO/ARO Prelims syllabus?

The UPPSC RO/ARO Prelims syllabus includes General Studies and General Hindi.

Q2. How many marks is the UPPSC RO/ARO Preliminary Examination worth?

The Preliminary Examination carries a total of 200 marks, including 140 marks for General Studies and 60 marks for General Hindi.

Q3. How many marks is the UPPSC RO/ARO Mains Examination worth?

According to the exam pattern provided, the Mains Examination carries a total of 800 marks across four papers.

Q4. Is there negative marking in the UPPSC RO/ARO Examination 2026?

According to the previous examination scheme, one-third of a mark is deducted for each incorrect answer in the objective examination. Candidates should check the official notification for confirmation.