UPSC Mains 2026 Optional Question Papers PDF – Anthropology | PSIR | Sociology | Geography | Pub Ad | History

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The UPSC Civil Services Mains 2026 has reached a crucial stage, with the Optional Papers I and II scheduled to be held today. The optional subjects carry 500 marks and play a significant role in the final merit. Download the UPSC Mains 2026 Optional Question Papers for various subjects below.

UPSC Mains 2026 Optional Question Papers PDF

SubjectPaper 1Paper 2
Chemistry Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Physics Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Economics Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Geography Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Philosophy Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
PSIR Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Hindi Literature Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Anthropology Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Agriculture Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
History Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Public Administration Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Sociology Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Mathematics Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Psychology Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Law Optional Question Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Commerce and Accountancy Optional Paper 2026DownloadDownload
English Optional Paper 2026DownloadDownload
Management Optional Paper 2026DownloadDownload

 

Download other UPSC Mains 2026 Question Papers PDF

Download Essay Paper Click Here
Download GS Paper 1Click Here
Download GS Paper 2Click Here
Download GS Paper 3Click Here
Download GS Paper 4Click here

To access all other mains PYQs – Click Here

Basic Details of UPSC Mains 2026 Optional Question Papers

  1. Number of optional papers: 2 papers (Paper VI and Paper VII)
  2. Total marks: 250 marks per paper (500 marks total)
  3. Duration: 3 hours per paper
  4. Question format: Typically a mix of short, medium, and long answer questions
  5. Subject choice: Candidates select one optional subject from the list of available subjects in the UPSC optional list.
  6. Language options: Can be written in English or any scheduled language
  7. Syllabus: Detailed subject-wise syllabi available on the UPSC website or on this page
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