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Expert-curated tutorials and preparation guides for CSS, PPSC, FPSC, BPSC, SPSC, PMS, and KPPSC. Topic-wise study guides with key points, recommended books, and exam-specific tips.
All 52 FPSC subjects with official outlines. 6 compulsory subjects (600 marks) and 46 optional subjects (600 marks) across 7 groups, totalling 1,200 marks.
Candidates will be required to write one or more essays in English
Precis Writing - Condensing passages to approximately one-third of the original length
Physical Sciences: Mechanics, Electricity, Magnetism, Atomic Structure, Electronics, Gas Laws
Pakistan Domestic Affairs: Political developments, governance, economic situation, SOEs, social issues, education, health
Ideology of Pakistan: Historical perspective, Two-Nation Theory, Ideology in modern context
Introduction to Islam: Basic Concepts, Articles of Faith, Pillars of Islam
Paper I: Financial Accounting - Accounting Concepts, Double Entry System, Partnership Accounts, Company Accounts, Cash Flow Analysis
Paper I: Microeconomics - Consumer Theory, Production, Market Structures, Factor Markets, Welfare Economics, Public Finance
Paper I: Basics of Computing, Data Structures, Algorithms, Programming (C/C++), Database Systems, Software Engineering
Paper I: Western Political Thought (Plato to Rawls), Muslim Political Thought, State System, Political Concepts, Comparative Politics, Political Participation, Political Institutions, Forms of Government, Political Ideologies, Local Government
Paper I: Theories of IR (Realism, Liberalism, Constructivism), Sovereignty, Nationalism, Balance of Power, Deterrence, Approaches to Peace, International Institutions (UN, IMF, World Bank, ICJ)
Decline of Mughal Empire, Rise of British Power, War of Independence 1857
Part I: Pre-Islamic Near East, The Dawn of Islam - Prophetic Age (570-632), The Pious Caliphate (632-660), Political System of Islam, Institutional Development (622-660), The Umayyad Dynasty (660-749)
Colonial Period: Settlement, French & Indian War
Part I: Early Modern Period (1485-1688) - Tudors, Stuarts, English Reformation, Civil War, Glorious Revolution
Part I: Renaissance, Reformation, 30 Years War, French Revolution, Napoleonic Wars, Unification of Italy and Germany
Concepts, Approaches and Context of Public Administration
Governance: Concept, Key Elements, Good Governance Principles
The Constitution of Pakistan 1973: Salient Features, Federal Structure
Crime: Definition, Types, Measurement, Crime Statistics in Pakistan
Sources of International Law, Relationship with Municipal Law
Individual, Society, Culture: Meaning, Characteristics, Types, Functions, Socialization, Cultural Relativism, Ethnocentrism
Introduction: Definition, Nature and Scope of Philosophy
Nature and Scope of Psychology: Definition, Schools, Perspectives, Models
Introduction: Sex and Gender Distinction, Concepts of Patriarchy and Feminism
Judaism: History, Torah, Beliefs, Practices
Ordinary Differential Equations: First Order, Second Order, Series Solutions, Laplace Transform
Modern Algebra: Groups, Subgroups, Lagrange Theorem, Normal Subgroups, Rings, Fields, Vector Spaces, Linear Transformations, Matrices
Paper I: Mechanics (Vectors, Newton Laws, Relativity), Fluid Mechanics, Waves and Oscillations, Optics, Heat and Thermodynamics
Paper I: Inorganic Chemistry - Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Coordination Chemistry, Organometallic Chemistry, Nuclear Chemistry
Cell Biology: Cell structure, Cell Division, Cell Signalling
Animal Diversity - Invertebrates: Protozoa, Porifera, Coelenterates, Platyhelminthes, Arthropods, Echinoderms
Part I: Descriptive Statistics, Basic Probability, Probability Distributions (Binomial, Poisson, Normal), Regression and Correlation Analysis, Non-Parametric Methods
Part I: Physical Geology, Mineralogy, Petrology, Structural Geology, Geomorphology, Paleontology
Part I: Soil Science, Crop Production, Plant Protection, Water Management, Agronomy
Ecology and Ecosystems: Structure, Function, Energy Flow, Biogeochemical Cycles
Shakespeare: Select plays - themes, characterization, dramatic techniques
History and evolution of Urdu language and literature
Introduction to Mass Communication: Concepts, Definitions, Models (Lasswell, Shannon-Weaver, Schramm)
Definitions of Crime
Law of Contract, 1872: Essentials, Kinds, Performance, Breach
Sources of Islamic Law: Quran, Sunnah, Ijma, Qiyas, Ijtihad
Part I (Physical): Geomorphology, Climatology, Oceanography, Biogeography, Environmental Geography
Physical Anthropology: Human Evolution, Primate Studies, Human Variation, Forensic Anthropology
Origin of Pashto Language: Dialects and Alphabets
Part I: Pre-Islamic Persian Languages, Origin and Development of New Persian
Arabic Prose: Selected Texts from Classical and Modern Writers
Antiquity of Sindhi Language: Theories and Dialects
Origin and Development of Punjabi Language
Origin and Development of Balochi Language
Provincial-level competitive examination conducted by PPSC, SPSC, KPPSC, and BPSC. 5 compulsory papers (500 marks) plus 3 optional subjects (600 marks). Optional subjects are similar to CSS groups.
Essay writing on social, political, economic, and philosophical themes. Syllabus aligns with CSS English Essay.
Precis writing, reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, and Urdu-to-English translation.
Current affairs (national and international) combined with Pakistan affairs, history, geography, economy, and governance.
Everyday science (physics, chemistry, biology, IT) and Islamiat or ethics for non-Muslim candidates.
Translation, essay writing, grammar, and comprehension in Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, Pashto, or Balochi.
Common testing areas for MCQ-based recruitment tests conducted by PPSC, FPSC, SPSC, KPPSC, and BPSC. Subjects and weightage vary by post, but these are the core areas tested across most positions.
Grammar rules, sentence correction, vocabulary, synonyms/antonyms, idioms, one-word substitutions, comprehension, and error detection.
Pakistan geography, famous personalities, historical events, inventions and discoveries, international organizations, and awards.
Pakistan Movement, constitutional history, political system, economy, demographics, culture, foreign policy, and key events since 1947.
National and international events, government appointments, bilateral agreements, economic indicators, and sports achievements.
Pillars of Islam, articles of faith, Seerat-un-Nabi, Quran basics, Khulafa-e-Rashideen, Islamic governance, and ethics.
Percentages, ratios, profit/loss, time-speed-distance, averages, simple/compound interest, and data interpretation.
Computer fundamentals, MS Office, internet technologies, hardware/software, operating systems, networking basics, and cybersecurity.
Basic physics, chemistry, biology fundamentals, environmental science, technology, inventions, and health/nutrition.
Quick reference for major Pakistani competitive examinations and their patterns.
Central Superior Services
The most prestigious civil service examination in Pakistan, conducted by FPSC. CSS officers serve in 12 occupational groups across federal government departments.
Punjab Public Service Commission
Recruits officers for Punjab provincial government posts. PPSC conducts PMS exams and recruitment tests for various government departments in Punjab.
Federal Public Service Commission
The apex body for recruitment to federal government posts in Pakistan. FPSC conducts CSS examination and recruits for various federal ministries and departments.
Balochistan Public Service Commission
Responsible for recruiting civil servants for Balochistan provincial government. Conducts competitive exams and recruitment tests for various department posts.
Sindh Public Service Commission
Recruits officers for Sindh provincial government departments. Conducts competitive examinations and MCQ-based tests for various posts in Sindh province.
Provincial Management Service
Provincial-level competitive examination for recruitment to management cadre posts. Conducted by respective provincial public service commissions.
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