🧭 1. Introduction

The Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) conducts recruitment exams for various state-government services in the State of Nagaland. This guide covers the NPSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) for 2026, offering a clear view of the selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, and preparation strategy. For candidates searching for “NPSC 2026 syllabus”, “NPSC exam pattern”, and “NPSC preparation”, this article provides a comprehensive resource in a ready-to-upload format.

2. Selection Process

The selection process for NPSC 2026 generally comprises the following stages:

Preliminary Examination (screening stage)
Main Examination (descriptive/qualifying plus objective)
Interview/Personality Test
Only those who clear each preceding stage are eligible for the next.

📘 3. Exam Pattern

Preliminary Examination

Paper	Type	Marks	Duration	Negative Marking
Paper I – General Studies & General Knowledge	Objective MCQs	200	3 hours	Yes — 1/3 mark for wrong answer

Main Examination

Paper	Nature	Marks	Duration
General Essay, Comprehension & Grammar	Descriptive	200	3 hours
General Studies Paper–I	Objective/MCQ	200	3 hours
General Studies Paper–II	Descriptive	200	3 hours

Interview/Personality Test
Marks weightage will be based on the specific notification for each post (typically ~100 marks or as defined).

📚 4. Detailed Syllabus (Section-wise)

Preliminary Syllabus

General Studies & Current Affairs: National, International, Nagaland-specific issues.
General Science & Everyday Science.
Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning & Data Interpretation. English Language & Comprehension.
Nagaland: Geography, History, Society, Economy & Culture.

Main Examination Syllabus

General Essay, Comprehension & Grammar:
- Essay writing on national/international issues & Nagaland-specific topics.
- Grammar, Comprehension passages.
General Studies Paper I:
- Modern History of India, Indian Culture.
- Scientific Research & Everyday Science.
- Data Interpretation, Graphs & Diagrams.
- Nagaland: Its society, culture, geography.
General Studies Paper II:
- Indian Polity & Public Administration.
- Indian Economy & Geography.
- Social Problems, Environmental Issues.
- Administration in Nagaland.

🎯 5. Final Selection & Marks Weightage

The marks obtained in the Preliminary stage are generally for screening only and may not be counted for final merit (as per past patterns)
The Main Examination marks plus Interview/personality test marks are used to prepare the final merit list.
Final selection depends on combined performance in Main + Interview and other criteria such as category reservation, cut-offs, and tie-breaking norms.

💡 6. Practical Preparation Tips

Start with the syllabus: Map out all topics listed above and allocate realistic timelines.
Focus on Nagaland-specific topics: State geography, history, culture & current affairs often get emphasis.
Practice MCQs diligently for Prelims: Work on speed and accuracy. Pay attention to negative marking (-⅓ mark for wrong answer)
For Mains:
- Practice essay writing on varied topics.
- Develop strong grammar and comprehension skills.
- Work on descriptive answers for GS papers: use diagrams, flowcharts, citations to enhance quality.
Mock tests and previous year papers: Solve thoroughly to get accustomed to time management and question types.
Revision plan: Set periodic revision of all major topics and short quiz-based revision for Nagaland & current affairs.
Avoid common mistakes:
- Ignoring state-specific syllabus.
- Neglecting negative marking rules.
- Not practicing descriptive answers for Mains.
Healthy routine: Ensure regular breaks, adequate sleep, and revision of weaker areas.

🔗 7. Useful Resource Links

Official Syllabus page: NPSC Syllabus – Official Website Nagaland Public Service Commission+3Nagaland Public Service Commission+3Nagaland Public Service Commission+3
Specific PDF (Common Syllabus) download: COMMON SYLLABUS for Civil Services Examination (NCS, NPS & Allied) w.e.f. 2012

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