GPSC Class 1 & 2 (Gujarat Administrative Service) 2026
Authoritative Gujarat Administrative Service Class 1 and Class 2 preparation blueprint. Detailed breakdown of GS Paper 1 and 2, Gujarati and English language mains papers, Gujarat history and culture syllabus, and top Gandhinagar & Ahmedabad coaching institutes.
Eligibility Criteria & Age Relaxations
Category-Wise Age Limit & Attempts
| Reservation Category | Relaxation / Permitted Attempts |
|---|---|
| SEBC/EWS/SC/ST Males | 5 Years (Max 45) |
| SEBC/EWS/SC/ST Females | 10 Years (Max 45) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service Period + 3 Years |
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જીપીએસસી વર્ગ ૧-૨ (GPSC) સંપૂર્ણ પાયાની તૈયારી માર્ગદર્શિકા: અભ્યાસક્રમ, પુસ્તકો અને પરીક્ષા પદ્ધતિ
ગુજરાત જાહેર સેવા આયોગ (GPSC વર્ગ ૧ અને ૨) પરીક્ષા પ્રિલિમ્સ (૪૦૦ ગુણ), મુખ્ય પરીક્ષા (૯૦૦ ગુણ) અને ઇન્ટરવ્યુ (૧૦૦ ગુણ) એમ ત્રણ તબક્કામાં યોજાય છે. ગુજરાતનો ઇતિહાસ, કલા અને સંસ્કૃતિ, રાજ્યવ્યવસ્થા અને ગુજરાતી ભાષા પર પ્રભુત્વ મેળવવું અનિવાર્ય છે.
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Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Official Syllabus Breakdown
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit and attempt limit for GPSC Class 1 & 2 (Gujarat Administrative Service)?
The general age limit is between 20 and 36 years. Category relaxations apply: OBC candidates receive +3 years relaxation, SC/ST candidates receive +5 years, and PwD candidates receive +10 years.
What is the marking scheme and negative marking in GPSC Class 1 & 2 (Gujarat Administrative Service)?
The total marks are Prelims: 400, Mains: 900, Interview: 100. Negative marking penalty: 0.30 Mark deduction per wrong answer in Prelims (Option E for not attempting).
How often is GPSC Class 1 & 2 (Gujarat Administrative Service) conducted, and where can I verify the official schedule?
GPSC Class 1 & 2 (Gujarat Administrative Service) is conducted Once a Year by the Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC). Candidates should always check the official authority portal (https://gpsc.gujarat.gov.in) for verified registration opening and examination calendar notifications.
What are the recommended books and study material for GPSC Class 1-2?
Aspirants must focus on standard NCERT textbooks, followed by authoritative reference books such as Laxmikanth, HC Verma, or standard previous year solved papers (PYQs).
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