Course and syllabus details
UKPSC AE & JE
UKPSC AE & JE Syllabus 2026-2027: Exam Pattern, Subject-Wise Syllabus, Marks & Scheme
About the course
UKPSC AE & JE course
At a glance
What the syllabus covers
UKPSC JE (Total: 920 Marks)
- Compulsory Non-Tech: 200 Marks (4 Hours)
- General Hindi (50M) & English (50M) - 2 Hours
- GS & Aptitude (60M) + Uttarakhand Studies (40M) - 2 Hours
- Engineering Papers I & II: 720 Marks (360M each, 3 Hours each)
- Negative Marking: 1/4th deduction · No Interview
UKPSC AE (Grand Total: 1160 Marks)
- Compulsory Non-Tech: 300 Marks (6 Hours)
- General Hindi (50M) & English (50M) - 2 Hours
- General Studies & Aptitude: 100 Marks - 2 Hours
- Uttarakhand Studies: 100 Marks (Separate Paper) - 2 Hours
- Engineering Papers I & II: 720 Marks · Interview: 140 Marks
Eligible Engineering Disciplines
- Civil Engineering (Paper I & II: 180 Qs / 360M each)
- Mechanical Engineering (Paper I & II: 180 Qs / 360M each)
- Electrical Engineering (Paper I & II: 180 Qs / 360M each)
- Agricultural Engineering (Paper I & II: 180 Qs / 360M each)
- Information Technology (Paper I & II: 180 Qs / 360M each)
Overview
About UKPSC AE & JE
Examination structure
Marks pattern
UKPSC JE Total Marks: 920 Marks (Written Only — No Interview)
JE Compulsory General Ability: 200 Marks (Hindi 50, English 50, Science & Tech 20, Environment 20, Aptitude 20, Uttarakhand Studies 40)
JE Engineering Papers: 720 Marks (Paper I: 180 Qs / 360 Marks, Paper II: 180 Qs / 360 Marks — 3 Hours each)
UKPSC AE Grand Total: 1160 Marks (Written: 1020 Marks + Interview: 140 Marks)
AE Compulsory General Ability: 300 Marks (Hindi 50, English 50, Science & Tech 40, Environment 40, Aptitude 20, Uttarakhand Studies 100)
AE Engineering Papers: 720 Marks (Paper I: 180 Qs / 360 Marks, Paper II: 180 Qs / 360 Marks — 3 Hours each)
Negative Marking: 1/4th deduction for wrong answers (0.25 mark for 1-mark questions, 0.50 mark for 2-mark engineering questions)
Question Level: General Hindi, English & GS are of High School level
UKPSC JE: Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme (Total: 920 Marks)
Complete examination structure, subjects, questions, marks distribution and duration for UKPSC Junior Engineer Examination.
Written Examination Structure (Objective Type)
The UKPSC JE written examination consists of compulsory General Ability subjects (200 marks) along with two papers of the selected engineering discipline (720 marks). Total marks: 920. No Interview.
General Hindi
50 Questions / 50 Marks (Combined 2 Hours with English)
General English
50 Questions / 50 Marks (Combined 2 Hours with Hindi)
General Science & Technology
20 Questions / 20 Marks (Combined 2 Hours GS Paper)
Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management
20 Questions / 20 Marks (Combined 2 Hours GS Paper)
General Aptitude
20 Questions / 20 Marks (Combined 2 Hours GS Paper)
Uttarakhand Studies
40 Questions / 40 Marks (Combined 2 Hours GS Paper)
Total General Ability
200 Questions / 200 Marks (4 Hours total duration)
Engineering Paper I
180 Questions / 360 Marks (3 Hours duration)
Engineering Paper II
180 Questions / 360 Marks (3 Hours duration)
Total Engineering Marks
360 Questions / 720 Marks (2 Marks per question)
Grand Written Total
920 Marks (Final selection based purely on written merit)
Negative Marking Scheme & Rules
Marking scheme and penalties applicable in UKPSC JE objective papers.
Penalty for Wrong Answer
1/4th (one-fourth) of marks assigned to the question will be deducted for every incorrect response
Compulsory Paper Penalty
0.25 mark penalty for each wrong answer in 1-mark General Ability questions
Technical Paper Penalty
0.50 mark penalty for each wrong answer in 2-mark Engineering questions
Multiple Answers Rule
Marking more than one answer for the same question is treated as a wrong answer, even if one of the options is correct
Unattempted Questions
No negative marking or penalty for questions left unattempted
Optional Engineering Disciplines
Candidates must select one engineering discipline. Each branch has Paper I (360 Marks) and Paper II (360 Marks).
- Civil Engineering (Paper I: 180 Qs / 360 Marks & Paper II: 180 Qs / 360 Marks)
- Mechanical Engineering (Paper I: 180 Qs / 360 Marks & Paper II: 180 Qs / 360 Marks)
- Electrical Engineering (Paper I: 180 Qs / 360 Marks & Paper II: 180 Qs / 360 Marks)
- Agricultural Engineering (Paper I: 180 Qs / 360 Marks & Paper II: 180 Qs / 360 Marks)
- Information Technology (Paper I: 180 Qs / 360 Marks & Paper II: 180 Qs / 360 Marks)
UKPSC JE: General Hindi Syllabus (50 Questions / 50 Marks)
High School level objective questions to test the candidate's understanding of Hindi language and skilful use of words.
1. वर्तनी एवं विराम चिन्ह (5 अंक)
मानक वर्तनी शुद्धि एवं विराम चिन्हों के शुद्ध प्रयोग पर आधारित प्रश्न।
- वर्तनी शुद्धि
- पूर्ण विराम
- अर्द्ध विराम
- अल्प विराम
- प्रश्नवाचक चिन्ह
- विस्मयबोधक चिन्ह
- उद्धरण चिन्ह
- योजक
- कोष्ठक आदि
2. शब्द रचना (10 अंक)
व्याकरणिक शब्द निर्माण एवं शब्द भेद।
- उपसर्ग
- प्रत्यय
- संधि
- समास
- लिंग
- संज्ञा
- सर्वनाम
- क्रिया
- विशेषण
3. शब्द विवेक (10 अंक)
शब्द संपदा, पर्यायवाची, विलोम एवं वाक्यांश बोध।
- तत्सम शब्द
- तद्भव शब्द
- देशज शब्द
- विदेशी शब्द
- पर्यायवाची शब्द
- विलोम शब्द
- अनेकार्थी शब्द
- वाक्य या वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द
4. वाक्य रचना (5 अंक)
रचना एवं अर्थ की दृष्टि से वाक्य भेद।
- रचना के आधार पर: सरल, मिश्र एवं संयुक्त वाक्य
- अर्थ के आधार पर: विधिवाचक, निषेधवाचक, आज्ञावाचक, प्रश्नवाचक
- विस्मयवाचक, संदेहवाचक, इच्छावाचक एवं संकेतवाचक वाक्य
5. मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ (5 अंक)
मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियों का अर्थ एवं व्यावहारिक वाक्य-प्रयोग।
- लोकोक्तियाँ (कहावतें) - अर्थ एवं वाक्य-प्रयोग
- मुहावरे - अर्थ एवं सटीक वाक्य-प्रयोग
6. पारिभाषिक शब्दावली (5 अंक)
प्रशासनिक एवं तकनीकी पारिभाषिक शब्दावली।
- प्रशासनिक एवं तकनीकी शब्दावली: हिन्दी से अंग्रेजी रूपांतरण
- प्रशासनिक एवं तकनीकी शब्दावली: अंग्रेजी से हिन्दी रूपांतरण
7. प्रशासनिक कार्यों में हिन्दी (5 अंक)
शासकीय एवं कार्यालयी पत्राचार की समझ।
- टिप्पणी (Noting)
- प्रारूपण (Drafting)
- प्रतिवेदन (Reporting)
- कार्यालयी पत्र लेखन (Official Letter Writing)
8. कंप्यूटर एवं इंटरनेट (5 अंक)
कंप्यूटर और इंटरनेट की बुनियादी शब्दावली एवं अनुप्रयोग।
- कंप्यूटर का मूलभूत ज्ञान
- इंटरनेट एवं ईमेल शब्दावली
- कार्यालयी ऑटोमेशन सॉफ्टवेयर
- साइबर सुरक्षा एवं आईटी के आधारभूत अनुप्रयोग
UKPSC JE: General English Syllabus (50 Questions / 50 Marks)
High School level objective questions to assess the candidate's understanding of the English language and skilful use of words.
Grammar & Vocabulary Units (3 Marks Each — 45 Marks Total)
15 targeted objective grammar and vocabulary units carrying 3 marks each.
Parts of Speech
3 Marks — Identification and correct grammatical usage
Use of Appropriate Articles
3 Marks — Definite (the) and indefinite (a, an) articles
Correct and Suitable Prepositions
3 Marks — Prepositions of time, place, direction and phrasal prepositions
Synonyms, Antonyms and Homonyms
3 Marks — Lexical meaning, opposites and confusing words
Filling Blanks with Appropriate Words
3 Marks — Contextual vocabulary and grammar completion
Verbs: Main, Auxiliary and Modals
3 Marks — Correct verb forms, auxiliary verbs and modal verbs
Active and Passive Voice
3 Marks — Voice transformation across different tenses
Direct and Indirect Narration
3 Marks — Reported speech for statements, interrogatives and imperatives
Finding Common Errors
3 Marks — Error detection in sentences (subject-verb, modifiers, tense mismatch)
Tenses
3 Marks — Simple, continuous, perfect and perfect continuous tenses
Conjunctions
3 Marks — Coordinating, subordinating and correlative conjunctions
Adverbs / Adjectives
3 Marks — Degrees of comparison, adverbial usage and placement
Questions / Question Tags
3 Marks — Interrogative structure and correct question tag usage
Idioms / Phrases
3 Marks — Commonly used idiomatic expressions and phrases with meanings
Punctuation
3 Marks — Capitalization, commas, semicolons, hyphens and quotation marks
Reading Comprehension (5 Marks)
A passage of appropriate length on a scientific or technical theme testing vocabulary, grammatical fundamentals and thematic understanding.
- Familiarity with scientific and technical vocabulary in context
- Knowledge of fundamentals of English grammar applied to comprehension
- Thematic understanding, main idea and logical inferences from the passage
UKPSC JE: General Studies & General Aptitude (100 Questions / 100 Marks)
Total Time: 2 Hours. Divided into Part A (Science & Tech - 20M), Part B (Environment & Disaster - 20M), Part C (Aptitude - 20M), and Part D (Uttarakhand Studies - 40M).
Part A: General Science & Technology (20 Questions / 20 Marks)
Scientific applications, healthcare, IT and emerging digital trends.
General Science & Everyday Applications
Science applications in daily life; advancements in technological fields including discoveries, inventions, semiconductors, communications, space science, defence technologies, energy
Human Health, Hygiene & Related Diseases
Balanced diet, food adulteration, hygiene maintenance in food and water, infectious diseases (AIDS), lifestyle diseases (hypertension), prevention of diseases
Information Technology & Office Automation
Input/Output (I/O) devices, memory, multimedia, word processors, spreadsheets, presentation software
Networking & Cyber Security
Internet, web services (chat, email, video conferencing, e-learning, e-banking, e-reservation, e-governance), SMS, MMS, 3G, 4G, 5G, cyber safety, recent trends in Computer Science & IT, Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Part B: Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management (20 Questions / 20 Marks)
Environmental ecology, renewable energy, pollution, state movements, and disaster management.
Pollution & Control
Air, water, soil, noise, and thermal pollution — sources, pollutants, effects, and pollution control methods
Renewable & Non-Renewable Energy
Renewable (solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, ocean energy) — sources, potential, storage, applications; Non-renewable (coal, petroleum, natural gas) — types, characteristics, potential in India
Ecology & Ecosystem
Ecosystem structure, food chains, biodiversity, climate change concepts, acid rain, ozone layer depletion, eutrophication
Major Environmental Movements in Uttarakhand
Historical and contemporary environmental movements in Uttarakhand
Natural & Man-Made Disasters
Types, causes, and impacts on human life, property and the ecosystem
Preparedness, Mitigation & Response Planning
Mock drills, role of emergency forces, emerging technologies, efforts of Uttarakhand government and other agencies for mitigation
Part C: General Aptitude (20 Questions / 20 Marks)
Verbal and non-verbal reasoning, logic, and arithmetical computations.
- Analogies, Similarities and Differences
- Space Visualization and Spatial Orientation
- Problem Solving, Analysis and Judgement
- Decision Making and Visual Memory
- Discrimination and Observation Skills
- Relationship Concepts and Blood Relations
- Arithmetical Reasoning and Computations
- Verbal and Figure Classification
- Arithmetical Number Series
- Abstract Ideas and Symbols and their Relationships
- Analytical Functions and Logical Deduction
Part D: Uttarakhand Studies (40 Questions / 40 Marks)
Largest non-technical section: comprehensive study of Uttarakhand's geography, history, society, economy, and governance.
Geography & Natural Resources
Location, extent, strategic importance, physiography, climate, drainage system, glaciers, lakes, natural vegetation, forest, water, mineral and energy resources
Environment & Wildlife
Water scarcity, wildlife sanctuaries, national parks, human-animal conflicts
Population & Settlement
Distribution of population, growth, sex ratio, literacy, rural settlement, migration & reverse migration, urbanization, tribes of Uttarakhand
Religious Beliefs & Traditions
Shaivism, Vaishnavism, Jainism, Buddhism, traditional dresses, ornaments, local food habits
Art, Architecture & Culture
Types, forms, features, paintings, folk music, musical instruments, dance, songs
Pilgrimages & Tourist Spots
Hindu shrines, Muslim shrines, Sikh shrines, fairs and pilgrimages of Uttarakhand
History & Notable Personalities
Major historical events after the 19th century, freedom struggle, spirituality, social reforms, arts, authorship
Social Structure & UCC
Family, marriage, caste system, impact of Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on family and marriage
Tribal Society, SC & OBC
Tribal society, Scheduled Castes (SC), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and related problems
Social Issues & Contemporary Problems
Alcoholism, youth drug addiction, cyber crime, mobile addiction, corruption, human trafficking
Economy of Uttarakhand
Salient features of state economy, GSDP, Per Capita Income (PCI), employment, unemployment, key growth drivers
Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Horticulture
Status, challenges, state government schemes
Industry in Uttarakhand
Status, challenges, industrial policies
Development Issues
Inequality, human development, gender equality, infrastructure, skill development, tourism
Budget & Fiscal Indicators
State's budgetary trends, fiscal indicators, GST, FRBM Act 2003, economic development policies
Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly
Composition and functioning of the Legislative Assembly in Uttarakhand
Panchayati Raj Institutions
Panchayati Raj administration and structure in Uttarakhand
Sports & Youth Talent
Contemporary sports events, government initiatives for emerging sports talent
Social Inclusion & Current Affairs
Social welfare programs, community participation in development, and Current Affairs related to prescribed topics
UKPSC JE: Engineering Discipline Exam Pattern (720 Marks)
Paper I (360 Marks / 3 Hours) and Paper II (360 Marks / 3 Hours) in candidate's selected discipline.
Technical Papers Structure
Each engineering candidate appears for two technical papers of 180 objective questions each (2 marks per question). Duration: 3 hours each.
Paper I Duration & Marks
180 Questions / 360 Marks (3 Hours duration, 2 marks per question)
Paper II Duration & Marks
180 Questions / 360 Marks (3 Hours duration, 2 marks per question)
Total Engineering Marks
720 Marks out of 920 total written marks (~78.26% overall weightage)
Technical Negative Marking
0.50 mark deducted for each incorrect answer (1/4th of 2 marks)
Disciplines Covered under UKPSC JE
The official notification covers the following 5 engineering branches:
- Civil Engineering (Paper I & Paper II — 720 Marks)
- Mechanical Engineering (Paper I & Paper II — 720 Marks)
- Electrical Engineering (Paper I & Paper II — 720 Marks)
- Agricultural Engineering (Paper I & Paper II — 720 Marks)
- Information Technology (Paper I & Paper II — 720 Marks)
UKPSC AE: Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme (Total: 1160 Marks)
Written Examination (1020 Marks) + Interview / Personality Test (140 Marks) = Grand Total 1160 Marks.
Complete Selection Scheme
The UKPSC Assistant Engineer selection process includes Compulsory General Ability subjects, two core Engineering papers, and an Interview.
General Hindi
50 Questions / 50 Marks (Combined 2 Hours with English)
General English
50 Questions / 50 Marks (Combined 2 Hours with Hindi)
General Science & Technology
40 Questions / 40 Marks (Combined 2 Hours GS Paper)
Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management
40 Questions / 40 Marks (Combined 2 Hours GS Paper)
General Aptitude
20 Questions / 20 Marks (Combined 2 Hours GS Paper)
Uttarakhand Studies
100 Questions / 100 Marks (Separate Paper — 2 Hours)
Total Compulsory General Ability
300 Questions / 300 Marks (6 Hours total duration)
Engineering Paper I
180 Questions / 360 Marks (3 Hours duration)
Engineering Paper II
180 Questions / 360 Marks (3 Hours duration)
Total Written Examination
1020 Marks (300 Compulsory + 720 Engineering)
Interview / Personality Test
140 Marks (Assesses personality, analytical ability and leadership)
Grand Final Total
1160 Marks (Final merit list prepared on Written + Interview marks)
Negative Marking Scheme & Calculation
Negative marking rules applied across all objective papers in UKPSC AE.
Negative Marking Rate
1/4th (one-fourth) deduction of assigned marks for every incorrect response
Compulsory Paper Penalty
0.25 mark penalty for each wrong answer in 1-mark questions
Technical Paper Penalty
0.50 mark penalty for each wrong answer in 2-mark engineering questions
Multiple Answers Rule
Marking more than one option for a single question is considered a wrong answer, even if one is correct
Unattempted Questions
No negative deduction for unattempted questions
UKPSC AE: General Hindi Syllabus (50 Questions / 50 Marks)
High School level objective questions carrying 5 marks each across 10 distinct subject areas.
1. वर्ण एवं लिपि (5 अंक)
स्वर एवं व्यंजन, देवनागरी लिपि का स्वरूप एवं मानक वर्तनी।
- स्वर
- व्यंजन
- देवनागरी लिपि का मानकीकरण
2. वर्तनी एवं विराम चिन्ह (5 अंक)
वर्तनी शुद्धि एवं मानक विराम चिन्हों का समुचित प्रयोग।
- वर्तनी शुद्धि
- पूर्ण विराम
- अर्द्ध विराम
- अल्प विराम
- प्रश्नवाचक चिन्ह
- विस्मयबोधक चिन्ह
- उद्धरण चिन्ह
- योजक
- कोष्ठक आदि
3. शब्द रचना (5 अंक)
व्याकरणिक शब्द निर्माण की संरचना।
- उपसर्ग
- प्रत्यय
- संधि
- समास
- संज्ञा
- सर्वनाम
- क्रिया
- विशेषण
4. शब्द विवेक (5 अंक)
शब्द भेद, पर्यायवाची, विलोम एवं वाक्यांश बोध।
- तत्सम शब्द
- तद्भव शब्द
- देशज शब्द
- विदेशी शब्द
- पर्यायवाची शब्द
- विलोम शब्द
- अनेकार्थी शब्द
- वाक्य या वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द
5. वाक्य रचना (5 अंक)
रचना एवं अर्थ की दृष्टि से वाक्य भेद।
- रचना के आधार पर: सरल वाक्य, मिश्र वाक्य, संयुक्त वाक्य
- अर्थ के आधार पर: विधिवाचक, निषेधवाचक, आज्ञावाचक, प्रश्नवाचक, विस्मयवाचक, संदेहवाचक, इच्छावाचक, संकेतवाचक वाक्य
6. मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ (5 अंक)
अर्थ एवं व्यावहारिक वाक्य प्रयोग।
- लोकोक्तियाँ (कहावतें) - अर्थ एवं वाक्य-प्रयोग
- मुहावरे - अर्थ एवं सटीक वाक्य-प्रयोग
7. अपठित गद्यांश (5 अंक)
अपठित गद्यांश पर आधारित वस्तुनिष्ठ समझ।
- अपठित गद्यांश पर आधारित वस्तुनिष्ठ प्रश्न
- केन्द्रीय भाव एवं शब्दावली बोध
8. पारिभाषिक शब्दावली (5 अंक)
प्रशासनिक एवं तकनीकी पारिभाषिक शब्दावली।
- प्रशासनिक एवं तकनीकी शब्दावली: हिन्दी से अंग्रेजी
- प्रशासनिक एवं तकनीकी शब्दावली: अंग्रेजी से हिन्दी
9. प्रशासनिक कार्यों में हिन्दी (5 अंक)
कार्यालयी आलेखन एवं पत्र व्यवहार।
- टिप्पणी (Noting)
- प्रारूपण (Drafting)
- प्रतिवेदन (Reporting)
- कार्यालयी पत्र लेखन (Official Letter Writing)
10. कंप्यूटर एवं इंटरनेट (5 अंक)
कंप्यूटर और इंटरनेट पर आधारित वस्तुनिष्ठ ज्ञान।
- कंप्यूटर का आधारभूत ज्ञान
- इंटरनेट शब्दावली
- डिजिटल कार्यालयी अनुप्रयोग
- साइबर सुरक्षा की सामान्य समझ
UKPSC AE: General English Syllabus (50 Questions / 50 Marks)
High School level objective questions testing English proficiency across 16 syllabus units.
Grammar, Vocabulary & Communication (3 Marks Each — 45 Marks)
15 targeted objective grammar and vocabulary topics carrying 3 marks each.
Foreign Words in Official Communication
3 Marks — Latin, French and administrative terms commonly used in office work
Narration – Direct and Indirect
3 Marks — Transformation of direct speech into reported speech
Active and Passive Voice
3 Marks — Transformation of voice across all tenses
Conditionals / Conditional Sentences
3 Marks — Zero, first, second, third and mixed conditionals
Reordering Sentences
3 Marks — Arranging jumbled sentences into a meaningful and coherent paragraph
Correct Use of Tenses
3 Marks — Identification, sequence of tenses and temporal concordance
One Word Substitution
3 Marks — Single word equivalents for phrases and definitions
Synonyms, Antonyms and Homonyms
3 Marks — Word meanings, opposites and easily confused words
Concord – Subject-Verb Agreement
3 Marks — Subject-verb agreement with compound and collective subjects
Errors in Adjectives, Adverbs & Determiners
3 Marks — Spotting and correcting modifier errors
Appropriate Modals
3 Marks — Can, could, may, might, shall, should, will, would, must, ought to
Transformation of Sentences
3 Marks — Affirmative, negative, interrogative, simple, compound and complex
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs
3 Marks — Idiomatic expressions and multi-word verbs in context
Fill in the Blanks – Degrees of Comparison
3 Marks — Positive, comparative and superlative forms of modifiers
Cloze Test
3 Marks — Passage with blanks testing vocabulary, cohesion and comprehension
Reading Comprehension (5 Marks)
A passage of appropriate length on a scientific or technical theme testing vocabulary, grammatical fundamentals and thematic understanding.
- Familiarity with vocabulary in scientific/technical contexts
- Knowledge of fundamentals of English grammar applied to comprehension
- Thematic understanding, main idea and analytical inference
UKPSC AE: General Studies & General Aptitude (100 Questions / 100 Marks)
Total Time: 2 Hours. Consists of Part A (Science & Tech - 40M), Part B (Environment & Disaster - 40M), and Part C (General Aptitude - 20M).
Part A: General Science & Technology (40 Questions / 40 Marks)
Everyday science applications, technological discoveries, health, hygiene and IT.
General Science & Its Applications
Everyday life applications; discoveries, inventions, semiconductors, communications, space science, defence technologies, energy
Human Health, Hygiene & Related Diseases
Balanced diet, food adulteration, hygiene in food and water, infectious diseases (AIDS), lifestyle diseases (hypertension), prevention of diseases
Information Technology & Office Automation
Input/Output devices, memory, types of software, multimedia, Operating Systems (OS), word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, introduction to databases, recent trends in Computer Science, IT, Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Computer Networks & Cyber Ethics
Data communication terminologies, transmission media, network devices, internet, web services, cyber crime, cyber safety, malware, secure data transmission
Part B: Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management (40 Questions / 40 Marks)
Pollution control, energy systems, ecosystems, global warming, and disaster planning.
Pollution & Control
Air, water, soil, noise, thermal pollution — sources, pollutants, effects, and pollution control methods
Renewable & Non-Renewable Energy
Renewable (solar, wind, biogas, geothermal, ocean energy) — sources, potential, storage, applications; Non-renewable (coal, petroleum, natural gas) — types, characteristics, potential in India
Ecology & Ecosystem
Ecosystem dynamics, food chain, biogeochemical cycles, energy flow, biodiversity conservation
Climate Change & Environmental Movements
Basic concepts of climate change, global warming, impacts of climate change, sustainable development, major environmental movements
Natural & Man-Made Disasters
Types, causes, and impacts on human life, property and infrastructure
Preparedness, Mitigation & Response Planning
Mock drills, role of emergency forces, emerging technologies, government and agency mitigation efforts
Part C: General Aptitude (20 Questions / 20 Marks)
Verbal and non-verbal reasoning, analytical intelligence and mathematical computations.
- Analogies, Similarities and Differences
- Space Visualization and Spatial Orientation
- Problem Solving, Analysis and Judgement
- Decision Making and Visual Memory
- Discrimination and Observation Skills
- Relationship Concepts and Blood Relations
- Arithmetical Reasoning and Computations
- Verbal and Figure Classification
- Arithmetical Number Series
- Abstract Ideas and Symbols and their Relationships
- Analytical Functions and Logical Reasoning
UKPSC AE: Uttarakhand Studies (100 Questions / 100 Marks / 2 Hours)
An entire separate compulsory paper carrying 100 marks covering 21 detailed subject areas on Uttarakhand.
Geography, Resources & Wildlife of Uttarakhand
Physical landscape, resources, wildlife and demographic profile.
1. Geography of Uttarakhand
Geographical setup, strategic importance, physiography, climate, weather, drainage system, glaciers, lakes, soil types & characteristics, natural vegetation, forest, water, mineral and energy resources
2. Water Scarcity, Wildlife & Waste Management
Water scarcity, watershed management, national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, human-animal conflicts, solid-waste management
3. Population of Uttarakhand
Distribution of population, growth, sex ratio, literacy, rural settlement, urbanization, migration (causes and consequences), tribes of Uttarakhand
Heritage, Culture & History of Uttarakhand
Spiritual traditions, architecture, art forms, fairs, festivals and modern history.
4. Religious Beliefs and Cults
Shaivism, Vaishnavism, Jainism, Buddhism, and local cults of Uttarakhand
5. Art and Architecture of Uttarakhand
Forms, features, types, paintings, folk music, musical instruments, dance, songs
6. Customs and Traditions
Dresses, ornaments, local foods and traditional cuisines
7. Fairs, Festivals and Pilgrimages
Fairs, festivals and pilgrimages related to Hindu, Muslim and Sikh communities
8. History of Uttarakhand
Major historical events after the 19th Century and important personalities related to religion, spirituality, social reforms, art and writings
Society, UCC & Contemporary Issues
Social fabric, UCC implications, tribal welfare and contemporary social challenges.
9. Social Structure of Uttarakhand
Family, marriage, caste system, impact of Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on family and marriage, role of women in development
10. Tribal Society, SC and OBC
Tribal family system, problems of tribal society, Scheduled Castes (SC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) issues
11. Social Issues and Contemporary Problems
Alcoholism, drug addiction, cyber crime, mobile addiction, problems of elderly people, youth unrest, unplanned urbanization
12. Government Initiatives for Social Inclusion
Livelihood, empowerment of weaker sections, skill development schemes, health and welfare measures, social welfare programs, community participation in development
Infrastructure, Economy, Governance & Sports
Economic indicators, public finance, administration, sports and current affairs.
13. Infrastructural Development
Road, energy and banking infrastructure, investment models (PPP, BOT), socio-economic impact, rehabilitation and resettlement (R&R) policy
14. Economic Structure and Characteristics
Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP), Per Capita Income (PCI), intra-regional imbalances, tourism, natural resources
15. Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Horticulture
Status, challenges, and state government schemes
16. Industry in Uttarakhand
Status, challenges, industrial policies
17. Human Development and Employment
Human Development Index (HDI), poverty, inequality, employment scenarios
18. Public Finance, Schemes & Policies
State budget, budget indicators, Fiscal Responsibility and Budgetary Management (FRBM) Act 2003, major development schemes, state development policies
19. State Legislature in Uttarakhand
Composition and functions of the State Legislature
20. Local Self Government in Uttarakhand
Structure and functions of Panchayati Raj and urban local bodies
21. Sports & Current Affairs
Contemporary sports events, government sports policies and talent initiatives; Current affairs, everyday observations and experiences connected with topics in syllabus
UKPSC AE: Engineering Discipline Exam Pattern & Interview (860 Marks)
Paper I (360 Marks) + Paper II (360 Marks) = 720 Technical Marks + 140 Marks Interview = 860 Marks.
Engineering Papers (Paper I & Paper II — 720 Marks)
Candidates appear for two technical papers of 180 objective questions each (2 marks per question). Duration: 3 hours each.
Paper I Details
180 Questions / 360 Marks (3 Hours duration, 2 marks per question)
Paper II Details
180 Questions / 360 Marks (3 Hours duration, 2 marks per question)
Technical Negative Marking
0.50 mark deducted for each incorrect answer (1/4th of 2 marks)
Disciplines Eligible
Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Information Technology
Interview / Personality Test (140 Marks)
Carried out after qualifying the objective written examination (1020 Marks).
Interview Marks
140 Marks dedicated to testing candidate's personality, domain acumen, leadership and decision-making skills
Final Merit Composition
Written Examination (1020 Marks) + Interview (140 Marks) = Grand Total 1160 Marks
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Frequently asked questions
The UKPSC JE written examination carries a total of 920 marks — 200 marks for compulsory General Ability subjects (Hindi 50, English 50, Science & Tech 20, Environment 20, Aptitude 20, Uttarakhand Studies 40) and 720 marks for the selected engineering discipline (Paper I & II of 360 marks each). There is no interview for the JE post.
No. The UKPSC JE selection is made purely on the basis of merit obtained in the 920-mark objective written examination.
The grand total for the UKPSC AE examination is 1160 marks. This includes 1020 marks for the written objective examination (300 marks for compulsory subjects + 720 marks for engineering papers) and 140 marks for the Interview / Personality Test.
Yes. Candidates who qualify the written examination appear for the Interview / Personality Test carrying 140 marks, which forms part of the final merit ranking.
Yes. Both UKPSC AE and JE objective examinations follow a 1/4th negative marking system. For 1-mark compulsory questions, 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. For 2-mark engineering questions, 0.50 mark is deducted. Marking multiple options for the same question also counts as an incorrect answer.
Both UKPSC AE and JE have two technical papers: Paper I (180 questions / 360 marks / 3 hours) and Paper II (180 questions / 360 marks / 3 hours), making a total of 720 technical marks.
In UKPSC JE, Uttarakhand Studies carries 40 questions (40 marks) within the General Studies paper. In UKPSC AE, Uttarakhand Studies is an entire separate compulsory paper carrying 100 questions (100 marks) across 21 detailed topic areas.
The official notification identifies five engineering disciplines: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, and Information Technology.
In UKPSC JE, compulsory General Ability carries 200 marks out of 920 marks (~21.74%). In UKPSC AE, compulsory subjects carry 300 marks out of 1020 written marks (~29.41%) and 1160 grand total (~25.86%).
As specified in the official UKPSC syllabus, General Hindi and General English question papers assess the candidate's understanding of the language and skilful use of words at the High School (10th standard) level.
Yes. Current affairs, everyday observations, and recent developments related to science, technology, environment, and Uttarakhand are actively tested in the General Studies and Uttarakhand Studies papers.
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