{"prelims":[{"paper":"Paper I: General Studies I (200 Marks, 2 Hours)","topics":"Current events of national & international importance, History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, Indian Polity and Governance, Economic and Social Development, Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change, General Science."},{"paper":"Paper II: CSAT (200 Marks, 2 Hours - Qualifying at 33%)","topics":"Comprehension, Interpersonal skills including communication skills, Logical reasoning and analytical ability, Decision-making and problem-solving, General mental ability, Basic numeracy (Class X level), Data interpretation."}],"mains":[{"paper":"Paper A & B: Qualifying Indian Language & English (300 Marks each - 25% qualifying)","topics":"Comprehension, precis writing, usage & vocabulary, short essay, translation."},{"paper":"Paper I: Essay (250 Marks)","topics":"Two essays to be written in language of candidate's choice."},{"paper":"Paper II: General Studies I (250 Marks)","topics":"Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the World and Society."},{"paper":"Paper III: General Studies II (250 Marks)","topics":"Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International relations."},{"paper":"Paper IV: General Studies III (250 Marks)","topics":"Technology, Economic Development, Bio-diversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management."},{"paper":"Paper V: General Studies IV (250 Marks)","topics":"Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude."},{"paper":"Paper VI & VII: Optional Subject Paper I & II (250 Marks each)","topics":"Selected optional subject from 26 specified disciplines."}]}