State Civil Services Courses
Expert-curated study materials for State PSC preparation — free resources and premium courses tailored to individual states with regional language support.
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Courseware on Indian Polity (Marathi) by M Laxmikanth
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Courseware on Indian Polity (Kannada) M Laxmikanth
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UPPSC Prelims Vigat Varshon ke Hal Prashanpatra
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BPSC Prelims Previous Year Questions
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BPSC Prelims Vigat Varshon ke Prashn
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BPSC Astra (English)
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BPSC Astra (Hindi)
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Chhattisgarh Samagra Adhyayan by Ramesh Dewangan
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Bihar ek Samagra Adhyayan
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Assam History & Culture
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An Introduction to Madhya Pradesh General Knowledge
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Assam General Knowledge by Sailen Baishya
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Assam General Knowledge by Sailen Baishya (Assamese)
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Uttar Pradesh Samagra Adhyayn
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Uttar Pradesh - A Comprehensive Study
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TNPSC General Studies Manual (Tamil)
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WBCS General Studies Manual by Nitin Singhania
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WBCS Compiler by Nitin & Nancy Singhania
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Indian Economy (Bengali) by Nitin Singhania
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WBCS General Studies Manual Bengali
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General Studies Manual for Assam Civil Services Examination by Raj Kumar Das and Biswajit Dutta
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Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth (Kannada)
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Know About State PSC
Everything you need to understand State Civil Services Examinations
State PSC Examination Overview
State Civil Services Examinations are conducted by individual State Public Service Commissions to recruit candidates for various Group A and Group B services within the state administration.
Popular State PSC Examinations:
- WBCS (West Bengal): West Bengal Civil Service Examination
- BPSC (Bihar): Bihar Public Service Commission
- UPPSC (Uttar Pradesh): Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission
- CGPSC (Chhattisgarh): Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission
- APSC (Assam): Assam Public Service Commission
- MPSC (Maharashtra): Maharashtra Public Service Commission
General Examination Structure:
- Preliminary Examination: Objective type papers (General Studies & CSAT)
- Main Examination: Descriptive papers including General Studies and Optional subjects
- Interview/Personality Test: Final selection round
Each state has its own syllabus, pattern, and specific requirements. State-specific knowledge including history, geography, culture, and current affairs of the respective state is crucial for success.
State Civil Services Syllabus & Pattern
Examination Pattern (Typical for Most States):
- Total Duration: 3-4 hours (varies by state)
- Preliminary Exam: 2 papers (General Studies & CSAT)
- Main Exam: 4-5 descriptive papers including Optional subject
- Interview: 100-200 marks
- Total Marks: 600-1000 marks (varies by state)
Common Subjects Across States:
- General Studies: Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economics, Environment
- State-specific GS: State History, Geography, Culture, Government schemes
- Current Affairs: National and State-level developments
- Optional Subjects: Varies by state (Literature, Science subjects, etc.)
State-wise Variations:
- WBCS: Emphasis on Bengali literature and West Bengal history
- BPSC: Bihar-specific questions and Hindi literature options
- UPPSC: UP history, culture, and administrative setup
- CGPSC: Chhattisgarh tribal culture and regional development
- APSC: Assam history, tea industry, and northeastern affairs
- MPSC: Maharashtra history, culture, and administrative structure
Eligibility Criteria & Cut-offs
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor's degree from a recognized university. Some states may have specific subject requirements for certain posts.
Age Limit (General Category):
- WBCS: 21-36 years
- BPSC: 20-37 years
- UPPSC: 21-40 years
- CGPSC: 21-35 years
- APSC: 21-38 years
- MPSC: 20-38 years
Domicile Requirements:
Most state services require candidates to be domiciles of the respective state. Some posts may be open to candidates from other states as well.
Recent Cut-off Trends:
- WBCS Prelims: 55-60% marks typically required
- BPSC Prelims: 50-55% marks for general category
- CGPSC SSE 2025: 238 vacancies announced with competitive cut-offs
- State Mains: Cut-offs vary significantly by state and category
Latest State Civil Services Updates
December 3, 2025
CGPSC State Services Exam 2025 — Notification Released
Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission released SSE 2025 notification for 238 posts. Applications open 1–30 December 2025.
December 2025
CGPSC SSE 2025 — Prelims & Mains Schedule
SSE 2025 Prelims tentatively scheduled for 22 Feb 2026, and Mains from 16–19 May 2026.
December 2025
MPSC Rajyaseva 2025 — Exam Date Revised
Maharashtra PSC revised the Rajyaseva exam schedule; updated details are on the official portal.
December 16, 2025
WBCS 2025 — Application Deadline Extended
West Bengal PSC extended the application deadline for WBCS (Civil Services) 2025.
September 25, 2025
TGPSC Group 1 Final Result 2025 Declared
Telangana PSC released the Group 1 Services final selection list for 2025 recruitment.
September 30, 2025
KPSC — One-Time 3-Year Age Relaxation Announced
Karnataka Govt granted a one-time 3-year upper age relaxation for State Civil Service aspirants.
Our State Civil Services Products
State-specific Coursewares
Comprehensive study materials tailored for individual state civil services with regional content
Regional Language Support
Study materials available in Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Telugu, Kannada, and Assamese
WBCS Preparation
Complete study materials for West Bengal Civil Services with Bengali literature and state history
BPSC & Other States
Comprehensive materials for Bihar, Assam, Chhattisgarh, and other state civil services
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about McGraw Hill Edge for State PSC preparation.
McGraw Hill Edge Courseware is an end-to-end learning solution designed to make learning holistic and adaptive to changing examination trends. They are completely digital and device-friendly, inclusive of videos as well as a variety of visual learning elements. It seamlessly blends the traditional strengths of static resources like books with cutting-edge digital learning solutions, including:
- Conceptual Videos
- eBook Access
- Study Aids like Flashcards and Infographics
- Knowledge Enrichment Content
- Previous Years' Questions with explanations
- Mock Tests
- Performance Analytics
- Live Interactive Sessions with Authors
Yes, all coursewares include highly interactive 4-color e-Books, designed to enhance your learning experience. These eBooks offer highly interactive features like highlighting, note-making, and bookmarking, while allowing you to personalize the content display. You can adjust font size, line spacing, and much more—all customizable through the settings for a tailored learning experience.
Yes! Our coursewares and courses include mock tests, practice tests, and extensive previous-year questions to help you assess your preparation. You also get detailed explanations along with digital tools like real-life exam simulation and real-time performance analytics. These features ensure your knowledge and exam-taking skills improve through performance measurement across key metrics.
Yes, we offer comprehensive state-specific content for major State PSC exams including WBCS, BPSC, UPPSC, CGPSC, APSC, and MPSC. Each course is tailored to include state history, geography, culture, and administrative structures specific to that state. We also provide regional language support for better accessibility.
Yes, all McGraw Hill Edge courses are fully optimized for mobile devices. You can access your study materials, take mock tests, and track your progress seamlessly on smartphones and tablets. The responsive design ensures a smooth learning experience whether you're on desktop, tablet, or mobile.
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