UPPSC Scientific Officer
यूपीपीएससी वैज्ञानिक अधिकारी (UPPSC SO)
Prepare for the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission Scientific Officer (Forensic Science Services) with authentic previous year question sets, daily PIB current affairs tests, full-length timed mock simulations, and real-time All-India rank tracking.
Preliminary Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
General Studies & Specialized Science Paper
150 Questions / 150 Marks
120 Minutes
1/3rd Negative Marking (-0.33)
Syllabus & Core Subject Modules
General Studies & Uttar Pradesh Special GK
सामान्य अध्ययन एवं उत्तर प्रदेश विशेष सामान्य ज्ञान
Indian history, polity, geography, economy, general science, and Uttar Pradesh specific culture, geography, and current affairs.
Forensic Science, Physics, Ballistics & Instrumentation
फॉरेंसिक विज्ञान, भौतिकी, बैलिस्टिक्स एवं उपकरण
Physical evidence analysis, forensic ballistics, firearm examination, tool marks, and spectroscopy instrumentation.
Forensic Chemistry, Toxicology, Biology & DNA Profiling
फॉरेंसिक रसायन, विष विज्ञान, जीव विज्ञान एवं डीएनए प्रोफाइलिंग
Analysis of narcotics, poisons, bodily fluids, serology, DNA markers, and quality assurance in forensic laboratories.
Standard Reference Literature & PYQs for UPPSC Scientific Officer
Topic-wise standard reference materials aligned with UPPSC Scientific Officer preliminary curriculum.
The gold standard authentic compilation of UPSC Civil Services Prelims questions categorized topic-wise with deep analytical explanations.
Features Mrunal Patel's famous pillar-wise strategy, micro-topic weightage graphs, and authentic UPSC official answer keys.
The undisputed Bible for State PSCs. 30+ years of MCQs from UPPSC, BPSC, MPPSC, and RPSC arranged topic-wise with exhaustive notes.
The non-negotiable conceptual foundation for UPSC and State PCS. Covers Old & New NCERTs for History, Geography, Polity, and Economics.
इतिहास, भूगोल, राजनीति विज्ञान, अर्थशास्त्र और सामान्य विज्ञान के लिए कक्षा 6 से 12 तक हिंदी माध्यम एनसीईआरटी का आधिकारिक संकलन।
Includes Fundamentals of Physical Geography (Class 11) — the single most tested book for geomorphology, climate, and ocean currents in Prelims.
The universally indispensable standard reference work for Indian Constitution, Governance, and Fundamental Rights.
Crisp, point-wise coverage of the 1857 Revolt, Socio-Religious Reforms, Congress Sessions, and Freedom Movement (1757–1947).
Covers Indus Valley, Vedic Age, Mauryas, Guptas, Delhi Sultanate, and Mughals with rigorous historiography.
Simplifies macroeconomics, RBI monetary policy tools, fiscal deficit, balance of payments, and banking reforms with visual flowcharts.
Extensively covers Wildlife Protection Act, Ramsar sites, National Parks, Climate Treaties (COP/UNFCCC), and IUCN Red List species.
High-resolution political and physical maps covering Indian river systems, mountain passes, mineral basins, and world strategic straits.
Essential factual coverage for Biology (human physiology, diseases, vitamins), Physics, and Chemistry essential for 30 Science questions in BPSC & State PSCs.
Covers Number Systems, Combinatorics, Data Interpretation, and Analytical Reading Comprehension passages for 33% qualification.
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The gold standard digital study tablet for civil services. Ideal for annotating daily current affairs PDFs, reading newspapers, and practicing mock tests on TestMeNow.
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Previous Years Official Cutoff Marks (Out of 150)
| Year | General / UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (Safe Target) | 106 | 100 | 98 | 91 | 83 |
| 2024 (Official) | 104 | 98 | 96 | 90 | 82 |
| 2023 (Official) | 102 | 97 | 95 | 89 | 80 |
| 2021 (Official) | 98 | 93 | 91 | 85 | 76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions (UPPSC-SO)
Is there negative marking in UPPSC Scientific Officer exam?
Yes, UPPSC applies 1/3rd negative marking (-0.33 marks) for each incorrect answer.
What is the expected cut off for UPPSC Scientific Officer 2026?
For the UPPSC Scientific Officer 2026 screening examination (150 marks), the expected safe score cut off is 106+ for General/UR, 100+ for OBC, 98+ for EWS, 91+ for SC, and 83+ for ST candidates.
What was the UPPSC Scientific Officer previous year cut off (2024, 2023, 2021)?
The official category-wise cutoffs were: 2024 (General: 104, OBC: 98, EWS: 96, SC: 90, ST: 82); 2023 (General: 102, OBC: 97, EWS: 95, SC: 89, ST: 80); and 2021 (General: 98, OBC: 93, EWS: 91, SC: 85, ST: 76).
What are the best preparation tips for UPPSC Scientific Officer examination?
1. Focus heavily on core Forensic Science (Toxicology, Serology, Ballistics, DNA profiling). 2. Master UP Special GK and general studies for high-yield scoring. 3. Regularly practice authentic 2021–2024 previous year question papers on TestMeNow with 1/3rd negative marking (-0.33) simulation to build accuracy and speed. 4. Revise spectroscopy, chromatography, and standard laboratory instrumentation methods.
What is the syllabus and screening exam pattern for UPPSC Scientific Officer?
The objective screening examination comprises 150 questions (150 marks, 120 minutes) covering General Studies (Indian polity, geography, UP GK) and Specialized Forensic Science (Forensic Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Toxicology, Questioned Documents, and Instrumentation). There is a 1/3rd negative marking penalty for incorrect responses.
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