๐ Overview of the Notification
The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has released detailed syllabus notifications for the Preliminary Examinations 2026โ27 for various posts under the Industries and Mines Department and the Roads & Buildings Department. These include:
- Manager Grade-I (General State Service, Class-II)
- Assistant Director (Mining), Class-I
- Junior Architect, Class-II
Each examination consists of two parts โ Part-I (General Studies) and Part-II (Subject-specific Paper). The syllabus covers topics from History, Geography, Economy, Science & Technology, and specialized subjects relevant to each post.
๐งพ Part-I โ General Studies (Applicable to All Posts)
- ๐ History & Culture: Indus Valley Civilization, Vedic Age, Jainism, Buddhism, Medieval and Modern Indian History, Freedom Movement, Cultural Heritage of Gujarat.
- ๐๏ธ Indian Polity & Constitution: Structure, Amendments, Fundamental Rights, Local Governance, Judiciary, and International Relations.
- ๐ง Reasoning & Mental Ability: Logical, Analytical, Numerical, and Data Interpretation skills.
- ๐ฐ Indian & Gujarat Economy: Economic reforms, agriculture, industry, SEZs, GST, and fiscal policies.
- ๐ Geography: Physical, Economic, and Human Geography of India and Gujarat.
- ๐ฌ Science & Technology: Space, Defense, Environment, Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, and current scientific developments.
- ๐ฐ Current Affairs: Regional, National, and International events of importance.
๐๏ธ Part-II โ Subject-Specific Syllabus
๐น Manager Grade-I (Food Services)
- Food Production, Beverage Service, Food Science & Nutrition.
- Food Safety, Hygiene, and Quality Assurance.
- Front Office & Accommodation Operations.
- Accountancy, Communication, Facility Planning, Hotel Engineering.
- Supervisory Management, Food Packaging & Labelling Regulations.
- Handling VVIP/VIP Visits and Current Trends in Hospitality.
๐น Assistant Director (Mining)
- Mine Development, Surveying, Geomechanics, and Ground Control.
- Mining Methods, Machinery, Ventilation, and Safety.
- Mine Economics, Planning, and Systems Engineering.
- Geology, Mineral Exploration, and Indian Mineral Deposits.
- Mining Acts & Rules, Structural Geology, Sedimentology, Paleontology, and Stratigraphy.
- Mineralogy, Geochemistry, and Remote Sensing Applications.
๐น Junior Architect
- Indian Architecture with focus on Gujarat heritage and vernacular design.
- Architectural Drawings, Building Materials, and Construction Techniques.
- Green Building Concepts and Climate-responsive Design.
- Building Planning, Services, and Landscape Design.
- Structural Design, Surveying, Estimation, and Tendering.
- Legal Aspects, Building Bye-laws, and Computer-Aided Design (CAD/BIM).
โ๏ธ Examination Pattern
- ๐งพ Total Marks: 300 (Part-I: 100 marks, Part-II: 200 marks)
- ๐ Duration: 2 hours for each paper
- ๐ Medium: Gujarati for General Studies, English for Subject Paper
- ๐๏ธ Question Type: Objective (MCQs)
๐ Key Highlights
- โ Comprehensive syllabus covering technical and general subjects.
- โ Equal focus on Gujarat-specific topics and national-level knowledge.
- โ Updated content as per latest GPSC guidelines.
- โ Emphasis on analytical, managerial, and professional skills.
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- ๐ When will the GPSC Preliminary Exams 2026โ27 be conducted?
- Exact dates will be announced on the official GPSC website. Candidates should regularly check gpsc.gujarat.gov.in for updates.
- ๐ What is the total mark distribution?
- Each exam consists of two parts โ Part-I (General Studies: 100 marks) and Part-II (Subject Paper: 200 marks).
- ๐๏ธ What is the medium of examination?
- The General Studies paper will be in Gujarati, while the Subject-specific paper will be in English.
- ๐ Are these exams objective or descriptive?
- All papers are objective-type (MCQs) with multiple-choice questions.
- ๐ What departments are these posts under?
- The posts are under the Industries & Mines Department and the Roads & Buildings Department of the Gujarat Government.
- ๐ Where can I download the detailed syllabus?
- The official syllabus PDFs are available on the GPSC website: gpsc.gujarat.gov.in.
