The UPSSSC Lekhpal exam syllabus plays a crucial role in helping candidates prepare effectively for the Revenue Accountant post in Uttar Pradesh. The syllabus is designed to test candidates on language skills, numerical ability, general awareness, and knowledge of rural administration, which are essential for day-to-day responsibilities of a Lekhpal. Understanding the syllabus and exam pattern in advance allows aspirants to plan their preparation strategically and improve their chances of success.
UPSSSC Lekhpal Syllabus 2026: Overview
| Exam Name | UPSSSC Lekhpal Examination |
| Conducting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks for each wrong answer |
Selection Criteria
The selection process for the UPSSSC Lekhpal post consists of the following stages:
- Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) qualification
- Main Written Examination
- Document Verification
Candidates must qualify each stage to be considered for final appointment. The PET score is used for shortlisting, while final merit is based on the main written examination.
UP Lekhpal Exam Pattern 2026
The exam pattern has been revised to include three distinct parts. The “Rural Development” section, which was previously a standalone 25-mark section, has been integrated into Part 1 with reduced weightage, while Computer Knowledge and UP Special GK have been given significant importance as separate parts.
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Time Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 (1/4th) marks deducted for every wrong answer.
| Part | Subject / Topic | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Part-1 | General Subjects | 65 | 65 |
| 1. General Hindi | 10 | 10 | |
| 2. General Knowledge (History, Polity, Geo, Eco, etc.) | 20 | 20 | |
| 3. Rural Society & Development | 05 | 05 | |
| 4. General Science & Tech | 05 | 05 | |
| 5. Environment & Disaster Management | 10 | 10 | |
| 6. Data Interpretation (Maths/Stats) | 10 | 10 | |
| 7. Current Affairs | 05 | 05 | |
| Part-2 | Computer & Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3 | Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Total | All Sections | 100 | 100 |
Detailed Topic-wise Syllabus
The syllabus is vast and covers multiple domains. Candidates should focus on the specific topics prescribed by UPSSSC.
| Subject | Topics to Cover |
| General Hindi | • Sandhi & Samas (Compound words) • Synonyms & Antonyms (Paryayvachi/Vilom) • Tatsam & Tadbhav • Idioms & Phrases (Lokoktiyan/Muhavare) • One Word Substitution • Sentence Correction (Shudh/Ashudh) • Gender, Number, Case (Ling, Vachan, Karak) • Unseen Passage (Gadyansh) |
| Data Interpretation | • Interpretation of Data (Tables, Graphs, Charts) • Statistical Analysis (Frequency, Class Interval) • Mean, Median, Mode • Percentage & Average based DI • Bar Charts, Pie Charts, Histograms, Frequency Polygons |
| Computer & IT | • History & Introduction to Computers • Hardware & Software, Operating Systems • MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Internet, E-mail, WWW, Web Browsers • New Trends: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, IoT • Cyber Security & Future Skills • Digital Financial Tools |
| UP General Knowledge | • History, Culture, Art, Architecture of UP • Festivals, Folk Dances, Literature, Regional Languages • Geography: Rivers, Soil, Forests, Wildlife, Minerals in UP • Economy: Agriculture, Industry, Business, Employment in UP • UP Govt Schemes & Administrative Structure • Current Events of Uttar Pradesh |
| Environment | • Ecology & Ecosystem Structure • Biodiversity & Conservation • Climate Change, Global Warming, Pollution • Disaster Management: Floods, Droughts, Earthquakes, Cyclones • National & State level environmental policies |
| Rural Society | • Rural Administration & Revenue System (Tehsil/District level) • Indian Rural Society: Nature & Characteristics • Rural Development Schemes (Central & State) • Panchayati Raj System |
| General Knowledge | • History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern India & National Movement (1857-1947) • Polity: Indian Constitution, Rights, Duties, Federal System • Geography: Physical, Social & Economic Geography of India & World • Economy: Indian Economy, Planning, GST • Science: Daily life Science, Inventions, Recent Scientific Developments |
Preparation Tips for Success
- Adapt to the New Pattern: Do not rely solely on old books that focus heavily on “Rural Development” as a 25-mark section. Shift your focus to UP Special (20 Marks) and Computer (15 Marks) which now carry substantial weight.
- Master Data Interpretation: Since the Math section is now “Data Interpretation,” practice solving Pie Charts, Bar Graphs, and Statistical tables daily to ensure 100% accuracy in these 10 marks.
- Current Affairs & UP Special: Read a daily newspaper and a monthly UP-specific current affairs magazine. Questions on UP schemes and new industrial developments are highly likely.
- Computer “Future Skills”: Don’t just stop at basic computer literacy. Read up on modern topics like AI, Machine Learning, and Cyber Security as mentioned in the new syllabus.
- Mock Tests: Attempt offline OMR-based mock tests that follow the new 100-question distribution (65-15-20) to manage time effectively.
Important Links
| UPSSSC Chakbandi Lekhpal Notification 2026 | Click Here |
| UPSSC Chakbandi Lekhpal Syllabus Pdf 2026 | Click Here |
| UP Lekhpal Syllabus in Hindi | Click Here |
