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UPSC published the syllabus of IAS Public Administration 2024 for prelims and mains exams in online mode on their official website. Candidates can find the public administration optional syllabus in the Official Notification, downloadable in the form of a PDF on upsc.gov.in.
Candidates can go through the official UPSC Optional Public Administration papers to get a better idea of the exam pattern of the Public Administration 2024 exam and the types of questions asked. The UPSC Optional 2024 Public Administration syllabus must also be referred to so that candidates can familiarize themselves with the topics covered by the Public Administration Optional. IAS exam for mains will be conducted on September 20, 2024.
The official syllabus for the UPSC Public Administration 2024 exam prescribed by the UPSC is provided with the aim of helping candidates better prepare for the exam. The UPSC Public Administration Syllabus achieves this by giving candidates an idea of the type of questions to be expected, and the difficulty level of questions asked in the IAS exam. It also gives candidates an idea of the IAS 2024 exam pattern. Candidates can learn more about the public administration syllabus for UPSC by going through the material given below.
The UPSC IAS 2024 preliminary exam has two papers. In UPSC Paper 1, General Studies 1, questions are asked from every spectrum of life including topics such as general science, current affairs/ events, Indian and world geography, Indian polity, economy, Indian National Movement and more. In Paper 2, General Studies 2, questions are asked from topics like reasoning, English and Hindi language, and mental ability.
The IAS mains exam has nine subjects. These include general English, a language paper, an essay, four general studies papers & two optional papers. As per the UPSC IAS 2024 notification, the Mains exam is descriptive in nature. The UPSC Public Administration syllabus is released beforehand along with the syllabi of other subjects to enable candidates to prepare for the Public Administration Optional. Applicants can check the detailed UPSC IAS public administration syllabus 2024 for the IAS mains paper 1 and 2 exams below.
Chapters | Topics |
Introduction | Meaning, scope & significance of Public Administration (PA), Evolution of PA & its present status, Public Choice approach, Wilson’s vision of PA, New Public Administration, New Public Management, Challenges of liberalization, Privatisation and globalisation, Good Governance; |
Administrative Thought | Scientific Management & Scientific Management movement; Classical Theory, Dynamic Administration, Human Relations School, etc. |
Administrative Behaviour | Communication, Motivation Theories, Process & techniques of decision-making, Morale and more |
Organisations | Regulatory Authorities; Headquarters & Field relationships; Theories systems, contingency; Structure & forms; Public Private Partnerships |
Accountability & Control | Concepts of accountability & control; Legislative, Executive & Judicial control over administration; Citizen & Administration; Role of media, and more |
Administrative Law | Administrative Tribunals, Scope, Meaning, & significance; Delegated legislation; Dicey on Administrative law |
Comparative Public Administration | Ecology & administration; Comparative Public Administration; Historical & sociological factors affecting administrative systems; Riggsian models, Administration & politics in different countries; etc. |
Development Dynamics | Anti-development thesis; Bureaucracy & development; Concept of development; Changing profile of development administration; Strong state versus the market debate, etc. |
Personnel Administration | Administrative ethics, Importance of human resource development; Recruitment, training, career advancement, discipline, performance appraisal, promotion and more |
Public Policy | Processes of conceptualisation, Models of policy-making; planning, implementation, evaluation, review, limitations & more |
Techniques of Administrative Improvement | Organisation & methods, Work study & management; e-governance & IT; Management aid tools like network analysis, etc. |
Financial Administration | Monetary & fiscal policies, Budgets types & forms; Budgetary process; Financial accountability; Accounts & audit |
Chapters | Topics |
Evolution of Indian Administration | Legacy of British rule in administration, Kautilya Arthashastra, Mughal administration, etc. |
Philosophical & Constitutional framework of Government | Constitutionalism, Political culture, Salient features & value premises, Bureaucracy, democracy & development, etc. |
Public Sector Undertakings | Public Sector Undertakings, Problems of autonomy, accountability & control, Public sector in modern India, Impact of liberalization & privatization, etc. |
Union Government & Administration | Intra-governmental relations, Cabinet Secretariat, Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), Executive, Parliament, Judiciary - structure, functions & work processes, Ministries and departments, Commissions, Attached offices, etc. |
Plans & Priorities | Indicative planning, Constitutional Amendments (1992), National Development Council, Machinery of planning, Process of plan formulation at Union and state levels, etc. |
State Government & Administration | Chief Minister (CM), Council of Ministers, Chief Secretary, State Secretariat, Directorates, Union State administrative, legislative & financial relations, Role of the Finance Commission, Governor, etc. |
District Administration since Independence | Imperatives of development management, Union State local relations, District administration, the Changing role of the Collector, Democratic decentralization, etc. |
Civil Services | Good governance initiatives, Code of conduct & discipline, Constitutional position, Political rights, Grievance redressal mechanism, Staff associations, Structure, recruitment, training & capacity building, Civil service neutrality & activism, etc. |
Administrative Reforms since Independence | Reforms in financial management, Human resource development, Major concerns, Problems of implementation, Important Committees and commissions, etc. |
Significant Issues in Indian Administration | National Human Rights Commission, Citizen administration interface, Values in public service, Corruption & administration, Regulatory Commissions, Problems of administration in coalition regimes, Disaster management, etc. |
Rural Development | Rural development programmes, Institutions & agencies since Independence, 73rd Constitutional amendment, Decentralization & Panchayati Raj, etc. |
Urban Local Government | 74th Constitutional Amendment, New localism, Development dynamics, Global-local debate, Municipal governance: structures, main features, finance & problem areas, Politics & administration with special reference to city management |
Law & Order Administration | Role of Central and State Agencies, Investigative agencies, British legacy, Police-public relations, National Police Commission, Criminalisation of politics & administration, Reforms in Police and more |
The UPSC IAS exam pattern 2024 is also prescribed by the Union Public Service Commission. As per the official UPSC IAS 2024 notification, the IAS prelims exam is objective type in nature whereas the IAS mains exam is descriptive in nature. The IAS prelims exam holds 400 marks in total having two papers whereas the mains holds 2350. For more details on the IAS exam pattern 2024 check the tables below.
Papers | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
Paper 1 | General Studies 1 | 200 | 2 hrs |
Paper 2 | General Studies 2 | 200 | 2 hrs |
Papers | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
Paper 1 | General English | 300 | 3 hrs |
Paper 2 | Language (regional language) | 300 | 3 hrs |
Paper 3 | Essay | 250 | 3 hrs |
Paper 4 | General Studies 1 | 250 | 3 hrs |
Paper 5 | General Studies 2 | 250 | 3 hrs |
Paper 6 | Optional subject 1 | 250 | 3 hrs |
Paper 7 | Optional subject 1 | 250 | 3 hrs |
Paper 8 | Optional subject 2 | 250 | 3 hrs |
Paper 9 | Optional subject 2 | 250 | 3 hrs |
Both IAS prelims and mains exams are conducted in offline mode.
IAS application form 2024 was released on 14th February 2024.
IAS mains exam has nine papers and all are descriptive in nature.
The minimum education qualification required to be eligible for the IAS exam is graduation.
You can prepare for the IAS Public Administration Optional by going through the UPSC Public Administration Syllabus and framing a proper study plan to consult so you can revise the topics regularly.
The UPSC exam has 3 stages, the UPSC Prelims, the Mains and the interview round.
Others:18 February,2025 - 30 April,2025
Answer Key Date:11 March,2025 - 09 April,2025
Application Date:28 March,2025 - 29 April,2025
Hello aspirant,
For becoming IAS , you have to first complete your graduation from any background from any recognised university or college. If you are in your final year, then also you are eligible. After that you have to give an entrance exam name UPSC . If you will clear this exam then according to your marks you may get the IAS position.
To know about UPSC entrance exam, kindly go through the given link:
https://competition.careers360.com/exams/upsc-cse
All the best!!
Hello Rishika,
You can take any stream for becoming IAS. As per the eligibility criteria of UPSC IAS , student have to graduate from any stream from any recognised university or college. So it's doesn't matter from which stream you choose. But if you really want to become IAS, then humanities , arts related subject helps you alot.
To know more, kindly go through the given link:
https://competition.careers360.com/exams/upsc-cse
Good luck!
Hello Chetan,
IAS (Indian Administrative Service) is one of the top civil services in India. IAS officers work in various government departments, implementing policies, managing administration, and advising ministers. They hold key positions like District Collector, Secretary, or Commissioner and play a vital role in governance and public service. To become an IAS officer, one must clear the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE).
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, then feel free to share your questions with us, we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.
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For becoming an IAS officer you have to give UPSC exam , and focus on excelling in academics, particularly in subjects like History, Geography, Political Science and English. Maintain a strong foundation in these areas and stay updated on current events and national/international issues. After 10th standard, choose the Humanities or Social Sciences stream, then graduate from a recognized university. Prepare for the UPSC and for studies you have to focus on excelling in academics, particularly in subjects like History, Geography, Political Science and English. Maintain a strong foundation in these areas and stay updated on current events and national/international issues. After 10th standard, choose the relevant subject and complete your higher education and graduation then prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Examination, which includes preliminary, main and personality tests. Join coaching classes, develop skills like communication, leadership and problem-solving and stay motivated. And also research more about that exam.
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Steps to become an IAS officer
Graduation
You should have a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a known university
Arts: History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Sociology
Science: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology
Commerce: Economics, Accountancy, Business Studies
Preparation for UPSC Civil Services Examination:
Study the Syllabus: Learn the syllabus for Preliminary and Main exams.
Choose Elective Subjects: Take elective subjects that you enjoy and have expertise in
Study Material: Reference textbooks, handouts distributed during the coaching and internet resources.
Practice: Previous years' question paper, mock tests, etc
Coaching Institutes: Join a good coaching institute for formal guidance 3. UPSC Civil Services Examination:
Prelims Exam: An objective-type qualifying test that will make you eligible to appear in the Main examination.
Main Exam: Very subjective test which includes all subjects.
Interview: Personality test by a panel of experts.
Important Tips:
Start Early: Better preparation starts early.
Time Management: Manage your time very efficiently.
Consistency: Follow a regular study routine.
Stay Updated: Current affairs and news.
Seek Guidance: Who have an experience can be consulted upon for guidance.
Practice Regularly: Solve the previous year's paper and mock tests.
Stay Positive: Believe in yourself and work hard.
Hence, with these steps and dedication and perseverance, you're sure to achieve your end as an IAS officer.
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