🧭 1. Introduction

The Sikkim Public Service Commission (SPSC) conducts various recruitment examinations to select eligible candidates for civil services and administrative posts under the Government of Sikkim.

The SPSC 2026 Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) is the state’s premier exam, designed to recruit officers for the Sikkim State Civil Service, Finance Service, and other allied services.

This detailed guide covers everything about the SPSC 2026 exam pattern, syllabus, selection process, preparation tips, and official resources — all based on official SPSC notifications.

🪜 2. Selection Process

The SPSC 2026 Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) consists of three stages:

Preliminary Examination – Objective type (screening test)
Main Examination – Descriptive type papers
Personality Test / Interview

Candidates must qualify each stage to move forward in the process.

📘 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 deduction per wrong answer)

The Prelims exam is a qualifying test used to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination. The marks are not counted for final merit.

Main Examination

Paper	Subject	Type	Marks	Duration
Paper I	English	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 / Interview	200

📚 4. Detailed Syllabus (Section-wise)

Preliminary Examination

General Studies:
- Current events of national and Sikkim-specific importance
- Indian History and Freedom Movement
- Geography (India and Sikkim)
- Indian Polity and Governance
- Economic and Social Development
- General Science and Environmental Studies
- Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

Main Examination

Paper I – English:
- Essay Writing
- Precis Writing
- Grammar, Vocabulary, and Comprehension
Paper II – Essay:
- Essays on contemporary social, political, and economic issues
- Topics related to Sikkim’s development and administration
Paper III – General Studies I:
- Indian Heritage and Culture
- Modern History of India and Sikkim
- Geography and Disaster Management
Paper IV – General Studies II:
- Indian Polity and Constitution
- Governance and Social Justice
- Science & Technology and Environment
- Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude
Optional Subject Papers (V & VI):
- Choose one subject from the official SPSC optional list (History, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Economics, etc.)

🎯 5. Final Selection & Marks Weightage

The Prelims exam is qualifying in nature.
The final merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the Main Examination (1750 marks) and the Interview (200 marks).
In case of a tie, marks in the Main Examination are given priority.

💡 6. Practical Preparation Tips

Understand the Syllabus: Read the official PDF carefully and mark important areas.
Local Relevance: Focus on Sikkim’s geography, economy, and administrative structure.
Prelims: Practice MCQs regularly and work on time management.
Mains:
- Write descriptive answers daily; focus on clarity and structure.
- Prepare essays on governance, development, and environmental topics.
- Use data and examples related to Sikkim where possible.
Interview:
- Stay updated on current affairs and government schemes in Sikkim.
- Practice mock interviews and improve communication skills.
Revision: Revise short notes and attempt test series regularly.

🔗 7. Useful Official Resources

🏛️ Official SPSC Website: https://spsc.sikkim.gov.in
📄 Official Syllabus PDF – SPSC CCE: Download Here (Official PDF)
🗂️ Latest Notifications & Updates: https://spsc.sikkim.gov.in/Notices

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