🧭 1. Introduction

The Goa Public Service Commission (Goa PSC) is the constitutional body responsible for conducting recruitment examinations and interviews for Group A and Group B posts under the Government of Goa.

The Goa PSC 2026 Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) is held to recruit candidates for prestigious administrative, police, and allied state services.

This guide covers all the important details about the Goa PSC 2026 exam pattern, syllabus, selection process, preparation tips, and official PDF resources — verified only from official Goa PSC documents and notifications.

🪜 2. Selection Process

The Goa PSC 2026 recruitment process generally follows three main stages:

Preliminary Examination – Objective (MCQ-based screening test)
Main Examination – Descriptive written papers
Interview / Personality Test

Each stage is compulsory, and only those who clear each level proceed to the next.

📘 3. Exam Pattern

Preliminary Examination

Paper	Subject	Type	Marks	Duration	Negative Marking
Paper I	General Studies	Objective (MCQ)	200	2 hours	Yes (1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer)

The Preliminary Exam is a screening test only. Marks from this stage are not counted for final merit.

Main Examination

Paper	Subject	Type	Marks	Duration
Paper I	English Language	Descriptive	300	3 hours
Paper II	Essay	Descriptive	250	3 hours
Paper III	General Studies I	Descriptive	300	3 hours
Paper IV	General Studies II	Descriptive	300	3 hours
Paper V	Optional Subject Paper I	Descriptive	300	3 hours
Paper VI	Optional Subject Paper II	Descriptive	300	3 hours

Interview / Personality Test

Component	Marks
Viva-Voce / Personality Test	200

📚 4. Detailed Syllabus (Section-wise)

Preliminary Examination

General Studies:
- Current events (National, International, Goa-specific)
- Indian History & Freedom Movement
- Indian & World Geography
- Indian Polity & Governance
- Economic and Social Development
- Environmental Ecology & Climate Change
- General Science and Technology
- Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Basic Mathematics

Main Examination

Paper I – English Language:
- Essay Writing
- Comprehension
- Precis Writing
- Vocabulary and Grammar
Paper II – Essay:
- Essays on governance, social issues, and economic development
- Topics related to Goa’s history, culture, and economy
Paper III – General Studies I:
- Indian History, Culture, and Society
- Geography of India and Goa
- Heritage and Tourism of Goa
Paper IV – General Studies II:
- Indian Constitution & Political System
- Governance and Public Policy
- Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude
- Science, Technology & Environment
Optional Subject (Papers V & VI):
- Candidates must choose one optional subject from the official Goa PSC list (History, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Economics, Law, etc.)

🎯 5. Final Selection & Marks Weightage

Prelims – Qualifying in nature.
Final Merit = Marks obtained in Mains (1750 marks) + Interview (200 marks).
Minimum qualifying marks and cut-offs are determined by Goa PSC.
In case of tie, marks of the Main Exam are prioritized.

💡 6. Practical Preparation Tips

Start Early: Cover the syllabus systematically with equal focus on Goa-specific content.
Prelims Strategy:
- Practice multiple MCQ mock tests.
- Focus on static GK and current affairs of Goa.
Mains Strategy:
- Develop writing skills through daily answer writing practice.
- Prepare essays on local and national issues.
- Use government reports and data for factual accuracy.
Interview Preparation:
- Stay updated on Goa’s political, environmental, and cultural developments.
- Practice personality development and communication skills.
Use Official Sources: Goa government websites, PIB, and official press releases are most reliable.

🔗 7. Useful Official Resources

🏛️ Official Goa PSC Website: https://gpsc.goa.gov.in
📄 Official Goa PSC Syllabus (PDF): Download Here (Official PDF)
🗂️ Notifications & Updates Page: https://gpsc.goa.gov.in/notices

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