Quick snapshot: What this guide covers
UPSSSC will conduct the UP Lekhpal Mains on 21 May 2026 under the Revenue Council of Uttar Pradesh. The General Knowledge paper is high-weightage and often decides rank movement, so clear prioritisation matters.
This guide gives you the UP Lekhpal General Knowledge Syllabus, a topic-by-topic study plan, 20 sample MCQs that mirror exam level, memory tricks, an 8-week day-by-day timetable you can copy, and exam-day tips specific to mains candidates.
Important dates and numbers you must remember
| Event | Detail |
|---|---|
| UP Lekhpal Mains exam | 21 May 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 7,994 |
| Exam authority | Revenue Council of Uttar Pradesh (conducted by UPSSSC) |
| First British post office in India | 1764 (Bombay) |
| First Treaty of Amritsar with Ranjit Singh | 1809 |
| Census report referenced | 2011 (used for some GK facts) |
Keep the exam date (21 May 2026) and vacancy count (7,994) visible while you plan daily study and mock tests.
Who can sit for the Mains: eligibility checklist
You can appear for the UP Lekhpal Mains only if you have qualified the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) and have filled and submitted the main application form. This recruitment is at the state level under the Revenue Council of Uttar Pradesh.
Carry ready copies of your PET score proof, identity documents, and the submitted application acknowledgement when instructions come from UPSSSC.
UP Lekhpal General Knowledge Syllabus: where GK fits
The mains exam gives big importance to General Knowledge. GK questions appear across sections and can swing your total score significantly. Focus first on high-frequency areas and current affairs that affect state-level questions.
Core GK topics listed in the official syllabus and past papers include:
- Science & Technology
- Current Affairs
- Indian Politics (Polity)
- Economics
- Indian History
- World Geography
Prioritise topics where you can score quick marks: basic polity, recent national and state current affairs, physical geography facts, and everyday economic terms.
UP Lekhpal General Knowledge Syllabus — topic-by-topic study plan (what to cover)
Below is a focused list of subtopics and facts to memorise inside each GK area. These are drawn from typical mains-level questions and the sample MCQs used by UPSSSC.
| GK Area | High-yield subtopics and specific facts to memorise |
|---|---|
| Science & Technology | Deficiency diseases (Kwashiorkor), vitamins and symptoms (vitamin C → scurvy, bleeding gums), basic biotechnology terms, recent government tech schemes (note state-level projects) |
| Current Affairs | Last 12 months national events, key state (Uttar Pradesh) schemes and appointments, major international summits, important awards and government reports referenced in 2011/2020s |
| Indian Politics | Fundamental rights (Article 14 — equality before law), powers of Parliament (citizenship), governor term (5 years), basics of constitutional offices |
| Economics | Basic macro terms (inflation, GDP growth), schemes affecting rural revenue, state economy facts you can memorise for UP |
| Indian History | Freedom movement leaders and committees (e.g., Cyril Radcliffe role in 1947), major treaties (Treaty of Amritsar 1809), notable movements (Ghadar leader Har Dayal) |
| World Geography | Latitudinal/longitudinal ranges of India ( 8°4' N to 37°6' N ), major peaks (Shillong Peak), river basins and petroleum regions (Krishna-Godavari) |
Spend early weeks building core factual recall (definitions, articles, dates). Move later to practising MCQs and timed revision.
How much time to allocate: suggested weekly split for the next 8 weeks
A realistic split for 3–4 hours/day on weekdays and 6–7 hours/day on weekends.
| Week block | Focus (weekly hours) |
|---|---|
| Weeks 1–2 | Science & Technology (20%), Indian History (20%), Polity basics (20%), Current Affairs (40%) |
| Weeks 3–4 | Geography (25%), Economics basics (25%), Deep revision of Polity & History (30%), Current Affairs (20%) |
| Weeks 5–6 | Mixed MCQ practice across all topics, timed sectional tests, fill knowledge gaps (40% practice, 60% revision) |
| Weeks 7–8 | Full-length mocks, rapid revision sheets, last-minute current affairs updates, exam strategy practice |
Adjust hours depending on your baseline. If your GK accuracy is low, shift more hours to mixed MCQ practice from Week 3.
Sample MCQs and how to use them to judge difficulty
Use these 20 MCQs to test yourself. They mirror the style and difficulty you will face in mains.
- Who has the power to regulate the right of citizenship in India?
- Answer: Parliament
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Tip: Citizenship laws are parliamentary powers — memorise constitutional distribution.
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In which year did the East India Company sign the first Treaty of Amritsar with Ranjit Singh?
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Answer: 1809
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Which disease is caused by deficiency of protein?
- Answer: Kwashiorkor
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Tip: Remember malnutrition diseases by nutrient (protein → Kwashiorkor).
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Which disease can be cured by increasing intake of citrus fruits?
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Answer: Scurvy
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Which of the following is a symptom of vitamin C deficiency?
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Answer: Bleeding from the gums
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Who is more at risk of having anemia?
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Answer: Pregnant women
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Where was the first post office in India established by the British East India Company in 1764?
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Answer: Bombay (now Mumbai)
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Who was the first person to address Mahatma Gandhi as ‘Father of the Nation’?
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Answer: Subhash Chandra Bose
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How many years is the official term of office of a state governor in India?
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Answer: 5 years
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Ukai Dam is in which state? (It is the second largest dam in that state.)
- Answer: Gujarat
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Who was the leader associated with the Ghadar movement?
- Answer: Har Dayal
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According to the 2011 census report, which state has the highest population density?
- Answer: Bihar
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Where is Mount Elbrus located?
- Answer: Russia
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Which region of Andhra Pradesh is associated with petroleum production?
- Answer: Krishna-Godavari Basin
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Who was the chairman of the Boundary Commission for India and Pakistan announced in 1947?
- Answer: Cyril Radcliffe
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India’s latitudinal range is from _ _ north to ____ north.
- Answer: 8°4' N to 37°6' N
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Which is the highest peak of the Meghalaya plateau?
- Answer: Shillong Peak
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Which article of the Constitution relates to equality before the law?
- Answer: Article 14
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Mahatma Gandhi was against which approach to industrialisation?
- Answer: Rapid industrialization
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According to Census 2011, the child sex ratio in Uttar Pradesh is:
- Answer: 902
How to use these MCQs: time yourself (30–40 seconds per question) and mark which areas you guess. Revisit all guessed items with a short 10-minute mini-review.
Memory techniques and quick-reference tricks for fast revision
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Anchor facts to visuals: link the image of the Bombay harbor to 1764 for the first post office. A picture sticks longer than a date.
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Small mnemonics: for India’s latitudinal range (8°4' — 37°6'), remember “8 to 37 — think 8 seas to 37 peaks” and visualise a vertical map strip.
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Group disease–nutrient pairs: Protein → Kwashiorkor; Vitamin C → Scurvy (bleeding gums). Stick a 1-line chart in your notebook.
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Use two-line cheat sheets: create a one-page sheet each for Polity, History, Geography and Current Affairs. Keep only articles, treaties, dates and state-specific facts.
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Anchor state facts: pair state names with one strong fact (e.g., Gujarat → Ukai Dam; Meghalaya → Shillong Peak). That makes recall faster during exams.
8-week day-by-day study schedule you can copy
This daily plan assumes roughly 3–4 hours on weekdays and 5–7 hours on weekends. Tweak duration to your routine.
| Week | Mon–Fri (daily) | Sat | Sun |
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| 1 | 60 min Current Affairs + 60 min Science & Tech + 60 min History | 3 hr mixed GK practice + 1 hr revision sheet | 4 hr topic test (timed) + review mistakes |
| 2 | 60 min Polity + 60 min Geography + 60 min Current Affairs | 3 hr geography + map practice | 4 hr full GK mock + error log |
| 3 | 60 min Economics + 60 min Science + 60 min History | 3 hr MCQ bank practice | 4 hr mock + revise weak topics |
| 4 | 60 min Polity + 60 min Current Affairs + 60 min Geography | 3 hr timed sectional tests | 4 hr revise cheat sheets |
| 5 | 60 min Mixed MCQs (timed) + 60 min revision sheets + 60 min current affairs | 3 hr full mock | 4 hr error analysis & revision |
| 6 | 60 min Rapid revision (topic rotation) + 60 min MCQs + 60 min map/terms | 3 hr full mock | 4 hr current affairs update + final sheets |
| 7 | 60 min Quick facts + 60 min MCQs + 60 min past errors | 3 hr full mock (exam conditions) | 4 hr revise weakest 3 topics |
| 8 | 60 min Light revision + 60 min past MCQs + 60 min relaxation techniques | 2 hr light mock + quick sheets | 2 hr last-minute review + rest |
Use the weekend mocks to simulate exam timing. After each mock, spend equal time analysing mistakes.
High-impact revision tools and recommended resources
Pick one good book per subject area and 1 current-affairs source. Don’t overload.
- Essentials: a short state GK booklet for Uttar Pradesh, a national GK MCQ book, and a simple NCERT-based refresher for Geography and History.
- Current affairs: one monthly current-affairs magazine or a daily 20–30 minute summary focused on national and state news.
- Digital: short video explainers (10–20 minutes) for tricky topics, and an MCQ app with timed tests.
Checklist to choose material: one concise book per topic, one current-affairs roundup, and one reliable MCQ bank. Avoid collecting multiple long books for the same topic.
Exam day checklist and last-minute revision guide
What to carry: PET score acknowledgement, main application printout, valid photo ID, stationary allowed by the authority, and a small bottle of water.
Time management: answer easy GK questions first. In the first 30 minutes, aim to solve all questions you can do in under a minute. Mark tougher ones for review.
Last-minute revision: go through one-line cheat sheets for Polity, History, Geography and the list of anchor facts (1764, 1809, 8°4'–37°6', 902 child sex ratio).
Mental prep: sleep well two nights before exam, and stick to light revision on the day prior. Confidence beats frantic cramming.
Tracking progress: simple metrics to monitor improvement
Use weekly mini-mocks to measure:
- Accuracy (%) in GK (target 75%+ by Week 6).
- Time per question (aim for 45–60 seconds average in practice).
- Topic-wise error count (fix the top 3 error areas each week).
If GK accuracy stays below target after Week 4, increase daily MCQ practice and replace one study hour with targeted revision of weak topics.
Next steps after reading this guide
Create your personalised 8‑week plan using the sample schedule above and start a daily log. Use the 20 sample MCQs above for timed practice and schedule weekly full-length mocks from Week 3 onwards.
Keep an eye on official notifications from UPSSSC/Revenue Council for any changes to pattern, admit card dates and exact exam city instructions.
FAQs
Q1: What is the UP Lekhpal Mains exam date? A1: The UP Lekhpal Mains is scheduled for 21 May 2026 .
Q2: How many vacancies are available for UP Lekhpal this recruitment? A2: There are 7,994 vacancies for UP Lekhpal posts under the Revenue Council of Uttar Pradesh.
Q3: Who is eligible to take the mains exam? A3: Candidates who have qualified the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) and have filled the mains application are eligible to appear.
Q4: Which GK topics should I prioritise first? A4: Prioritise Current Affairs, Polity basics (Article 14, citizenship powers), basic Science & Technology facts (deficiency diseases), Geography facts and state-specific GK.
Q5: Where was the first British post office in India established and when? A5: The first post office established by the British East India Company was in Bombay (now Mumbai) in 1764 .
Q6: What is India’s latitudinal range I must remember for GK? A6: India’s latitudinal range is from 8°4' N to 37°6' N .