State PSC Guides Part 1: The Map — BPSC, UPPSC, MPPSC, RAS, WBCS, TNPSC at a Glance, Exam-Ready Notes

Six big state commissions, six patterns: the orientation map before you pick a state.

The big six by cadres offered

• UPPSC PCS: SDM, DSP, BDO + RO/ARO; prelims-cum-mains with Hindi qualifying.
• BPSC CCE: SDM, DSP; 69th+ cycle integrated pattern; one prelims paper.
• MPPSC SSE: SDM-DSP via state service; GS-heavy mains with MP special.
• RPSC RAS: RAS/RTS; prelims one paper, mains four papers.
• WBCS: WBCS(Group A to F) via one prelims, six mains papers for Group A/B.
• TNPSC Group I: Deputy collector-DSP; preliminary + mains + interview.

Common skeleton

• All six: prelims objective, mains descriptive, interview; state GK weight 15-30%.

Choosing your state

• Match syllabus overlap with UPSC, vacancy count, and language comfort.

Revise in 30 seconds

• All six follow prelims-mains-interview.
• State GK carries 15-30% weight.
• UPPSC and RAS closest to UPSC syllabus.