HPSSC / HPPSC Coaching Classes

Course Duration: 3 months (90 days)

Course Curriculum

1. General Studies (Prelims + Mains Common)
   1. History
      • Ancient & Medieval India
      • Modern Indian History (1757 – 1947)
      • Indian National Movement
      • History of Himachal Pradesh
        • Ancient & Medieval hill states (Chamba, Kangra, Kullu etc.)
        • Gorkha invasion & British period
        • Freedom struggle in Himachal
        • Post-Independence integration & statehood movement
   2. Geography
      • Indian Geography
        • Physical features (mountains, rivers, soils, climate)
        • Economic & Human geography
        • Agriculture, industries, transport, trade
      • World Geography (basic concepts)
      • Himachal Pradesh Geography
        • Physiography, drainage, vegetation, climate
        • Natural resources, power projects
        • Tourism geography
   3. Indian Polity & Governance
      • Constitution of India: features, preamble, fundamental rights & duties
      • Directive Principles, Union & State Government
      • Parliament, Judiciary, President, Governor, CM
      • Constitutional & Non-constitutional bodies
      • Panchayati Raj Institutions
      • Public Policy, Rights Issues, Governance in HP
   4. Indian Economy
      • Basic Concepts of Economics
      • Planning in India
      • Economic Reforms (LPG, NITI Aayog)
      • Agriculture, Industry, Infrastructure
      • Banking, Fiscal Policy, Budget
      • Himachal Pradesh Economy
        • Agriculture, horticulture, tourism, hydropower
        • State plans & development programs
        • Employment, poverty, self-help groups
   5. General Science & Technology
      • Physics, Chemistry, Biology (basic school-level concepts)
      • Space, Defense, IT, Communication technology
      • Biotechnology & Health programs
      • Scientific developments in India
      • Innovations & startups in HP
   6. Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management
      • Ecosystems, biodiversity, conservation
      • Climate change, pollution, environmental laws
      • Disaster management (NDMA, SDMA)
      • Himachal-specific environment issues: forest conservation, landslides, hydropower impact
   7. Current Affairs
      • National & International current events
      • Government schemes (Central & State)
      • Awards, Sports, Science & Tech updates
      • HP-specific current events: policies, infrastructure, personalities
   8. Art, Culture & Heritage
      • Indian art & architecture
      • Fairs, festivals, dances, handicrafts of Himachal
      • Languages & literature of HP
      • Folk culture & traditions
2. CSAT / Aptitude (Paper-II Prelims)
   • Comprehension (English & Hindi passages)
   • Logical reasoning & analytical ability
   • Decision making & problem solving
   • Basic numeracy (Class X level)
   • Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables)
   • Mental ability & general intelligence
3. Mains-Specific Topics
   1. Paper-I (English & Hindi)
      • Grammar, vocabulary, idioms, translation
      • Essay writing, précis writing, comprehension
   2. Paper-II (Essay)
      • Social issues (education, women empowerment, environment)
      • Economic topics (rural development, employment, HP tourism)
      • Political & administrative topics (governance, ethics, federalism)
   3. General Studies – I
      • Indian heritage & culture
      • History (India & HP)
      • Geography (India & HP)
      • Disaster management
   4. General Studies – II
      • Constitution, Governance, Social Justice, IR
      • Government policies & welfare schemes
      • Role of civil services
      • India’s relations with neighbours
      • HP administration & governance
   5. General Studies – III
      • Indian economy & budgeting
      • Agriculture, infrastructure, energy
      • Science & technology developments
      • Environment, biodiversity, climate change
      • Internal security challenges
      • Economic development of HP