What is the structure of the UPPSC Prelims examination?

It comprises two compulsory objective papers on the same day: Paper 1 (General Studies I - 200 marks) and Paper 2 (General Studies II / CSAT - 200 marks).

Is the UPPSC CSAT paper evaluated for ranking?

No, Paper 2 (CSAT) is strictly qualifying, requiring a minimum score of 33% (66 marks). Merit is determined exclusively by Paper 1.

What is the penalty for incorrect answers in UPPSC Prelims?

There is a negative marking of 1/3rd (33.3%) of the assigned marks for every wrong answer.

How important is Uttar Pradesh-specific static and current affairs data?

Extremely important. Around 20% to 25% of questions in Paper 1 directly target UP geography, local history, art, culture, budget allocations, and government welfare policies.

What is the general age criteria for UR candidates in UPPSC?

The standard age bracket spans from 21 to 40 years, with permissible upper-age relaxations for reserved categories and state government employees.

Are candidates required to have domicile proof of Uttar Pradesh to claim reservation benefits?

Yes, statutory benefits for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS quotas are strictly restricted to permanent residents holding a valid UP domicile certificate.

Does UPPSC mandate any specific medium for answering questions?

Question papers are bilingual (English and Hindi). Candidates can choose either medium to mark their OMR response sheets.

What is the role of OTR (One Time Registration) for UPPSC applications?

OTR is mandatory before submitting any application form on the UPPSC portal, simplifying personal data inputs.

How many times is the exam typically conducted each year?

UPPSC conducts the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services examination once a year, subject to administrative schedules.

Is there a physical standard test requirement for all posts cleared via UPPSC?

Physical standards (like height and chest measurements) apply only to specific uniformed executive positions such as Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) and District Commandant Homeguards.

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Under agricultural procurement for the 2025–26 season in Uttar Pradesh, how much wheat was procured and what was the payment made to farmers?

B: 10.27 lakh MT and ₹2,512 crore

A: 5.15 lakh MT and ₹1,200 crore

B: 10.27 lakh MT and ₹2,512 crore

C: 22.50 lakh MT and ₹4,800 crore

D: 42.96 lakh MT and ₹9,710 crore

With reference to the procurement of Millets (Shree Anna) in Uttar Pradesh in 2025–26, which of the following figures is correct?

B: 2.14 lakh MT procured from 54,253 farmers (₹595 crore)

A: 0.50 lakh MT procured from 12,000 farmers (₹120 crore)

B: 2.14 lakh MT procured from 54,253 farmers (₹595 crore)

C: 5.00 lakh MT procured from 1,00,000 farmers (₹1,250 crore)

D: 8.25 lakh MT procured from 1,50,000 farmers (₹2,100 crore)

Which traditional agrarian constraint is most acute in Eastern Uttar Pradesh (Purvanchal)?

B: High land fragmentation with small operational holdings and recurrent riverine flood inundation

A: Extremely large landholdings causing labour shortages

B: High land fragmentation with small operational holdings and recurrent riverine flood inundation

C: Severe lack of groundwater resulting in desertification

D: Absence of railway network for grain movement

What is the strategic significance of expanding millets (Shree Anna) procurement in Uttar Pradesh?

B: Promoting climate-resilient agriculture, lowering groundwater stress, and addressing nutritional security while diversifying farmer income

A: Replacing sugarcane as the primary export crop to Europe

B: Promoting climate-resilient agriculture, lowering groundwater stress, and addressing nutritional security while diversifying farmer income

C: Exclusively supplying raw material for paper mills

D: Phasing out wheat procurement across all districts

Module 2 • Agriculture & Procurement2026-03-0111 min read

UP Agriculture & Procurement 2025–26: Targets, MSP Operations, Agri-Export Hubs & Diversification

Target Exam: UPPCS / UPPSC Combined State Services•Official Sources: Uttar Pradesh State Gazettes, Budget & Official ReleasesUttar Pradesh State Gazettes, Budget & Official Releases

1. Agriculture Targets in Budget 2026–27

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Overall Sector Allocation: Total agriculture-sector allocation is ₹10,888 crore.

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Foodgrain Production Target: Targeted at 753.55 lakh metric tonnes (LMT).

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Oilseed Production Target: Targeted at 48.18 lakh MT (LMT).

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Strategic Policy Allocations:

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Agri-Export Hubs: ₹245 crore allocated to establish specialized export handling facilities.

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FPO Revolving Fund: ₹75 crore to provide working capital support to Farmer Producer Organisations.

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Natural Farming Mission (Prakritik Kheti): ₹298 crore for chemical-free farming along river corridors.

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Solarisation of Diesel Pumps (PM-KUSUM Component): ₹637.84 crore.

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Seed Park Development: ₹251 crore across state agricultural universities and farms.

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Farmers' Private Tube-Well Power Subsidy: ₹2,400 crore to ensure 100% free/subsidised power supply for irrigation.

2. Agricultural Procurement Data (2025–26 Season)

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Wheat Procurement:

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Quantity purchased: 10.27 lakh metric tonnes (LMT).

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Direct payment to farmers: ₹2,512 crore.

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Paddy Procurement:

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Quantity purchased: 42.96 lakh metric tonnes (LMT).

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Direct payment to farmers: ₹9,710 crore.

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Millets (Shree Anna) Procurement:

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Quantity purchased: 2.14 lakh metric tonnes (LMT).

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Participating farmers: 54,253 farmers.

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Direct payment: ₹595 crore.

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Mains Application & Agrarian Transition: Demonstrates MSP institutionalisation, price support, and strategic promotion of climate-resilient coarse grains (nutrition + water efficiency + soil health).

3. Agro-Climatic Diversity & Agrarian Challenges

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9 Agro-Climatic Zones: Tarai, Western Plain, Mid-Western Plain, South-Western Semi-Arid, Central Plain, Bundelkhand, North-Eastern Plain, Eastern Plain, and Vindhyan Zone.

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Regional Vulnerability Duality:

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Purvanchal (Eastern UP): High flood recurrence (Ghaghara, Rapti, Gandak), small and fragmented landholdings (<0.75 ha average), waterlogging, low storage capacity.

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Bundelkhand: Recurrent hydrological droughts, granite aquifer low groundwater retention, high fallow land, cattle stray grazing (Anna Pratha).

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Crop Diversification Chain: Traditional wheat-paddy cycle → High-value horticulture, pulses, oilseeds, millets, and food processing value addition.

Key Examination Takeaways:

UP targeted 753.55 LMT foodgrain and 48.18 LMT oilseed production for 2026–27 with ₹10,888 crore sectoral outlay.
In 2025–26 procurement, UP procured 10.27 LMT wheat (₹2,512 cr) and 42.96 LMT paddy (₹9,710 cr).
Millets procurement touched 2.14 LMT benefiting 54,253 farmers with ₹595 crore direct payments.
Major agricultural initiatives include ₹245 cr for Agri-Export Hubs, ₹298 cr for Natural Farming, and ₹2,400 cr for tube-well power subsidy.

UP Agriculture & Procurement 2025–26: Targets, MSP Operations, Agri-Export Hubs & Diversification

1. Agriculture Targets in Budget 2026–27

2. Agricultural Procurement Data (2025–26 Season)

3. Agro-Climatic Diversity & Agrarian Challenges

Uttar Pradesh Special 15-Question Practice Set