UKPSC Junior Assistant Syllabus 2026 – Complete Topic-wise BreakdownUKPSC Junior Assistant Syllabus
Contents
✓ Verified against UKPSC Official Notification. All topics reproduced verbatim for Junior Assistant/Computer Operator posts.
Exam Pattern Overview (2026)
The Uttarakhand Junior Assistant (JA) examination is an objective-type written test. Success in this stage qualifies candidates for the mandatory Hindi/English typing test.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
| General Knowledge, General Studies, and General Hindi | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours (120 Mins) | 1/4 (0.25) Marks |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
Complete Syllabus
Part 1: General Knowledge & General Studies (75 Marks)
General Science and Knowledge of Computer Operation
- General Science: General understanding and application of science including matters of day-to-day observation.
- Computer Operation: Fundamental knowledge of computer operation and basic applications in daily life.
History of India and Indian National Movement
- General understanding of Ancient India.
- General understanding of Medieval India.
- General understanding of Modern India.
- India’s Freedom Movement and National Movement.
Indian Polity
- Indian Polity and Constitution.
- Panchayati Raj system in India.
Geography and Demography of India
- General understanding of geographical aspects of India.
- Ecological and socio-economic aspects.
- Demography of India.
Current Events
- Current events of National importance.
- Current events specific to Uttarakhand State.
History of Uttarakhand
- Ancient Period: From earliest times to 1200 AD.
- Mediaeval Period: From 1200 to 1815 AD.
- Modern Period: Influential dynasties and their achievements, Gorkha invasion and rule, British rule, Tehri State and its administrative system, role of Uttarakhand in the freedom movement.
Culture of Uttarakhand
- Castes and tribes of the state.
- Religious and folk beliefs.
- Traditions and customs.
- Costumes and ornaments.
- Fairs and Festivals.
- Dances, songs, and musical instruments.
- Sports, tournaments, and awards.
Geography and Demography of Uttarakhand
- Geographical Setup: Rivers, mountains, climate, and soils.
- Forest resources and Horticulture.
- Major crops and means of irrigation.
- Natural and man-made calamities; Disaster management.
- Water crises and watershed management.
- Environment and environmental movements.
- Population of Uttarakhand: Distribution, density, sex ratio, literacy, and migration.
Economic and Natural Resources
- Education system and important educational institutes.
- Tourism, minerals, and industries.
- Current position of resource utilization.
- Various schemes for the eradication of poverty and unemployment.
- Economic development directions in Uttarakhand.
General Intelligence Test
- Comprehension.
- Logical and Reasoning Ability.
- Numerical Ability.
Part 2: General Hindi (Objective Type) (25 Marks)
सामान्य हिन्दी (वस्तुनिष्ठ प्रकार)
- स्वर एवं व्यंजन (Classification of Vowels and Consonants)
- संज्ञा, सर्वनाम (Noun, Pronoun)
- व्याकरण विचार (Grammar concepts)
- तत्सम, तद्भव (Sanskrit-derived and Evolved words)
- प्रत्यय, उपसर्ग (Prefix, Suffix)
- समास (Compounds)
- संधि (Joints/Combinations)
- पर्यायवाची (Synonyms)
- विलोम शब्द (Antonyms)
- वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द (One-word substitution)
- मुहावरे एवं लोकोक्ति (Idioms and Proverbs)
- विराम चिह्न (Punctuation marks)
Strategic Preparation Guide
High-Weightage Topics
- Uttarakhand Special (GK/History/Geography): This section typically carries nearly 30-40% of the weightage. Focus heavily on the “Geography of Uttarakhand” and “State Schemes.”
- General Hindi: Since this is a dedicated 25-mark section, scoring 20+ here is essential for the merit list. Focus on “Sandhi” and “Samas” as they are conceptually technical.
- Basic Computer: Don’t ignore day-to-day applications of computers; expect questions on MS Office and Internet basics.
Free Resource Suggestions
- Win-Sars/Lucent GK: For static Indian History and Science.
- Pariksha Vani: Widely considered the “Bible” for Uttarakhand-specific General Knowledge.
- Official Mock Link: Keep an eye on the UKPSC portal for OMR practice sets.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Ignoring Negative Marking: With 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer, blind guessing can ruin your score.
- Over-focusing on National News: Balance your time; Uttarakhand-specific current affairs are equally important for this post.
- Skipping Typing Practice: Start typing practice (4000 key depressions per hour for Hindi) alongside written prep, as the gap between results and the skill test is often short.
