Prepare smarter for the Civil Services Examination with UPSC Mains Previous Year Question Papers (Mains PYQs). We have compiled 13 years of question papers (2013–2025) in one place, available for free PDF download.
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Are you preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam? If so, you need to have access to the Previous year question papers (PYQ).
This is where our website comes in.
We have a comprehensive collection of the last 10 years of UPSC Civil Services Mains exam question papers with answers PDF. This means that you can have access to the same questions that previous candidates have faced.
Solved Mains PYQs (Subject-wise)
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- Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude Mains PYQS
In addition to the question papers, we also provide detailed answers to each question. This means that you can learn from the experts and get a better understanding of the concepts.
FAQs
What period do the UPSC Mains question papers on this page cover?
The UPSC Mains question papers on this page span a decade, from the year 2013 to 2025.
How can I access the UPSC Mains question papers on this page?
You can easily access the UPSC Mains question papers by clicking on the respective year tabs. This will lead you to PDFs of the question papers for that particular year & subject.
Are the question papers free to download?
Absolutely! All the question papers provided on this page are free to download to aid your preparation.
What benefits will I get from analyzing these past question papers?
Analyzing past question papers will help you understand the exam pattern, familiarize yourself with the types of questions asked, gauge the level of difficulty, and identify important topics that are frequently covered.