UPSC Prelims 2026: CSAT (General Studies Paper 2) for UPSC | GS Paper 2 Manual | Chapter wise Solved Previous Years’ Questions (2016 - 2025) | 15 Practice/ Mock Papers

📘 UPSC General Studies – Paper 2 (CSAT)

📝 The 2026 edition of General Studies – Paper 2 (CSAT) has been carefully revised to reflect the latest UPSC Preliminary Examination pattern. Designed as a complete preparation resource, this edition offers well-structured and high-quality content, curated by experienced authors with deep expertise in the field.

📚 Each topic is presented in a clear and accessible manner, with practical guidance on how to approach and prepare for it. To aid understanding and practice, the book includes a wide range of multiple-choice questions, complete with answers and solutions.

🎯 In addition, 15 Full-Length Mock Test Papers have been included to help aspirants assess their preparation, improve time management, and build exam-day confidence. This edition aims to serve not just as a study guide, but as a trusted companion in your CSAT preparation journey.

✨ Salient Features:

• ✅ Thoughtfully designed to cover the complete syllabus for UPSC and State Civil Services exams—with clear, accurate, and exam-relevant content.
• 📄 Includes the fully solved 2025 UPSC CSAT Preliminary Question Paper to give you a real sense of what to expect.
• 📝 15 Full-Length Mock Tests designed to mirror the actual CSAT exam — perfect for sharpening your skills, improving speed, and building exam-day confidence.
• 📚 Extensive Practice in Comprehension with 150 carefully selected passages that reflect the latest CSAT pattern, helping you master one of the most critical areas of the paper.
• 📊 Detailed trend analysis of CSE (P) 2017-2025.

💻 McGraw Hill Edge:

📑 Past 4 years’ PYQS (2022-2025) in CBT format with answer key and solutions to relevant questions.

📑 Table of Contents:

• 📖 Part A: Comprehension
• 📖 Part B: Interpersonal Skills Including Communication Skills
• 📖 Part C: Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
• 📖 Part D: Decision Making and Problem Solving
• 📖 Part E: General Mental Ability
• 📖 Part F: Basic Numeracy
• 📖 Part G: Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency
• 📖 Part H: Practice Test Papers
• 📖 Part I: Previous Year Solved Question Paper