Aligned to FPSC pattern · 2026 & 2027
CSS Syllabus: 12 Papers, 1,200 Written Marks
See the complete compulsory and optional subject structure in the same order used by FPSC, with marks, groups and focused preparation routes.
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Start with structure
Six compulsory papers. Six hundred optional marks.
The written examination contains 600 compulsory marks and 600 optional marks. Optional subjects are selected under group rules, so the sequence of your choice matters as much as the individual subject.
Download syllabus outlinePapers 01–06
Compulsory subjects
These papers are attempted by every candidate and create the common foundation for final merit.
Optional papers
Seven FPSC subject groups
Build a 600-mark combination while observing the maximum marks permitted from each group.
Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
200 marksPublic Administration & Governance
100 marksHistory of Pakistan, India, USA & Europe
100 marksGender Studies, Environment & Literature
100 marksLaw, Criminology & Philosophy
100 marksPsychology, Sociology & Regional Languages
100 marksNot sure which combination to build? Read how to choose CSS optional subjects or check optional subject scoring trends before finalising a group.
Subject-by-subject
Every subject syllabus page, in one index
English EssayCompulsory · 100 marksEnglish Precis & ComprehensionCompulsory · 100 marksGeneral Science & AbilityCompulsory · 100 marksCurrent AffairsCompulsory · 100 marksPakistan AffairsCompulsory · 100 marksIslamic StudiesCompulsory · 100 marksComputer ScienceOptional Group I · 200 marksPhysicsOptional Group II · 200 marksEnvironmental ScienceOptional Group V · 100 marksPhilosophyOptional Group VI · 100 marksAnthropologyOptional Group VII · 100 marksPunjabiOptional Group VII · 100 marks
Printable guide
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Syllabus FAQ
Before you select subjects
English Essay, English Precis and Comprehension, General Science and Ability, Current Affairs, Pakistan Affairs and Islamic Studies each carry 100 marks.
Candidates select optional subjects totaling 600 marks while following the maximum allowed from each FPSC group.
No. Use multi-year context, then test the syllabus, resources, overlap and your ability to write analytical answers in that discipline.
Shortlist early, inspect recent papers and trial at least one topic from each subject before committing.
The compulsory and optional structure has stayed stable across recent cycles; always confirm the latest FPSC notice before finalizing your plan.