How PPSC Syllabus Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPPSC announces each post separately through an official advertisement. That advertisement always mentions the syllabus topics and marks distribution. However, for the majority of BS-14 to BS-17 general posts, the following subjects are standard:<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"mcqs\"](\"https:\/\/blog.mcqsdrive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-55-1-1024x1024.webp\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n- General Knowledge<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pakistan Studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Islamiyat \/ Islamic Studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- English<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Current Affairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mathematics \/ Arithmetic<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Everyday Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Computer Science (for relevant posts)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Subject-Specific Knowledge (for specialized posts like Lecturer, Engineer, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The exam is 100 marks, 100 MCQs, and 90 minutes. Each subject gets a specific number of questions based on the post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Subject 1 \u2013 General Knowledge<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nGeneral Knowledge is the broadest subject in PPSC and carries the highest number of questions typically 20 to 25 out of 100. It is also the most unpredictable because “general knowledge” can literally come from anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- World Geography\n
\n- Continents, oceans, deserts, rivers, and mountain ranges<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Capitals and currencies of all countries<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Landlocked countries and island nations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Largest, smallest, highest, deepest\u00a0 superlatives of the world<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- International Organizations\n
\n- United Nations\u00a0 formation date, headquarters, Secretary General<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- WHO, IMF, World Bank, NATO, SCO, OIC, SAARC<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Member countries, purposes, and recent decisions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Famous Personalities\n
\n- Scientists: Newton, Einstein, Marie Curie, Stephen Hawking<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Leaders: Nelson Mandela, Abraham Lincoln, Churchill<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Writers and poets of world literature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sports\n
\n- Cricket World Cup winners by year<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- FIFA World Cup host countries and winners<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Olympics\u00a0 host cities, first Olympic Games, Pakistan’s medals<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Famous sports personalities and their world records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Inventions and Discoveries\n
\n- Who invented what: telephone, airplane, internet, printing press<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Year of major scientific discoveries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Awards\n
\n- Nobel Prize categories and recent winners<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Man Booker Prize, Oscar Awards, Grammy Awards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Practice all GK topics with solved MCQs at General Knowledge MCQs<\/a> on MCQsDrive\u00a0 organized by topic for efficient preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSubject 2 \u2013 Pakistan Studies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nPakistan Studies is the heart of every PPSC paper. Questions in this section test your knowledge of Pakistan’s history, geography, politics, and constitution. Expected questions: 15 to 20 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Pakistan Movement (Pre-Partition History)\n
\n- War of Independence 1857\u00a0 causes and results<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sir Syed Ahmad Khan and Aligarh Movement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Muslim League formation 1906\u00a0 Dhaka<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lucknow Pact 1916<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Khilafat Movement 1919\u20131924<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Simon Commission 1927<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Allahabad Address 1930\u00a0 Allama Iqbal’s vision<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Round Table Conferences 1930\u201332<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lahore Resolution 1940\u00a0 key points<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cabinet Mission Plan 1946<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Partition and Independence\u00a0 August 14, 1947<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Important Personalities\n
\n- Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah\u00a0 full biography, key speeches, achievements<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Allama Iqbal\u00a0 philosophy, poetry, political vision<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Liaquat Ali Khan\u00a0 first Prime Minister, role in Pakistan<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fatima Jinnah\u00a0 Madar-e-Millat, contributions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Geography of Pakistan\n
\n- Provinces, their capitals, and important cities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Rivers: Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej, Kabul<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mountain ranges: Karakoram, Himalayas, Hindu Kush<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- K2\u00a0 second highest peak in the world<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Deserts: Thar, Cholistan, Thal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dams: Tarbela, Mangla, Warsak, Diamer Bhasha (under construction)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Constitution of Pakistan\n
\n- Constitution 1956\u00a0 first constitution<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Constitution 1962\u00a0 Ayub Khan era<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Constitution 1973\u00a0 current, passed under Bhutto<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Important articles and amendments<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fundamental rights under the constitution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Economy and Development\n
\n- CPEC\u00a0 China Pakistan Economic Corridor\u00a0 key facts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Major exports and imports of Pakistan<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Gwadar Port\u00a0 significance and development<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- GDP growth, poverty rate, and literacy rate basics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Practice at Pakistan Studies MCQs<\/a> for complete topic coverage with solved questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSubject 3 \u2013 Islamiyat \/ Islamic Studies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIslamiyat is compulsory for Muslim candidates. It is a high-scoring section because questions are straightforward and factual. Expected questions: 10 to 12 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Basic Islamic Beliefs (Aqaid)\n
\n- Tauheed, Risalat, Akhirat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Six Articles of Faith<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Five Pillars of Islam\n
\n- Kalima, Salat, Zakat, Sawm, Hajj<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Rules, conditions, and importance of each<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Holy Quran\n
\n- Number of Surahs, Paras, Ayats, Ruku<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- First and last revealed Surahs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Makki and Madni Surahs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Famous Surahs and their meanings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Life of Holy Prophet (PBUH)\n
\n- Birth, early life, family<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Migration to Madina (Hijrat)\u00a0 622 AD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Major Ghazwas: Badr, Uhud, Khandaq, Khyber, Hunain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Treaty of Hudaibiya<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Conquest of Makkah<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Last sermon\u00a0 Khutba Hajjatul Wida<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Date of demise and burial place<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Khulafa-e-Rashideen\n
\n- Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA)\u00a0 tenure 632\u2013634 AD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA)\u00a0 tenure 634\u2013644 AD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hazrat Usman Ghani (RA)\u00a0 tenure 644\u2013656 AD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hazrat Ali (RA)\u00a0 tenure 656\u2013661 AD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Major achievements of each Caliph<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Islamic Months and Events\n
\n- Names of 12 Islamic months<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ramadan, Muharram, Dhul Hijjah\u00a0 significance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Eid ul Fitr and Eid ul Adha\u00a0 dates and rules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Practice complete Islamiyat syllabus at Islamic Studies MCQs<\/a> on MCQsDrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSubject 4 \u2013 English<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nEnglish tests grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension. Many candidates underperform in English not because they do not know the language but because they do not practice exam-style questions. Expected questions: 10 to 15 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Grammar\n
\n- Parts of Speech: Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Adjective, Adverb, Preposition, Conjunction, Interjection<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Tenses\u00a0 12 tenses with rules and examples<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Active and Passive Voice\u00a0 rules for all tenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Direct and Indirect Speech\u00a0 reporting verbs and changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Articles\u00a0 a, an, the\u00a0 rules and exceptions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Prepositions\u00a0 in, on, at, by, with, for, since, until<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Subject-Verb Agreement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Conditional Sentences\u00a0 zero, first, second, third conditionals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vocabulary\n
\n- Synonyms\u00a0 similar meaning words<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Antonyms\u00a0 opposite meaning words<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- One Word Substitution\u00a0 one word for a long phrase<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Idioms and Phrases\u00a0 common English idioms with meanings<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Phrasal Verbs\u00a0 look up, give in, run out, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sentence Structure\n
\n- Sentence correction\u00a0 identifying grammatical errors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fill in the blanks\u00a0 grammar and vocabulary based<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Paragraph reading and comprehension<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Start your English practice at English MCQs<\/a>\u00a0 covers all grammar rules with exam-style questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSubject 5 \u2013 Current Affairs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nCurrent Affairs is the most time-sensitive section of PPSC. It changes every month and requires regular reading. Expected questions: 15 to 20 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Pakistan Current Affairs\n
\n- Major government decisions and policies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Budget highlights\u00a0 GDP, inflation, tax changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- New appointments\u00a0 PM, President, Chief Ministers, Army Chief, CJP<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Military operations and security developments<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- National projects\u00a0 dams, motorways, housing schemes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pakistan’s foreign relations\u00a0 with India, China, USA, Saudi Arabia, Turkey<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- International Current Affairs\n
\n- Wars and conflicts\u00a0 current major conflicts globally<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- UN decisions and resolutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- G7, G20 summits\u00a0 host country and key outcomes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- SCO, OIC, SAARC\u00a0 recent meetings and decisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Climate change\u00a0 COP summits, Paris Agreement updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Economic updates\u00a0 global recession, oil prices, inflation rates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Recent elections in major countries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sports Current Affairs\n
\n- Cricket\u00a0 series results, rankings, World Cup updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Olympics\u00a0 recent games, Pakistan’s performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- FIFA\u00a0 World Cup and major tournament results<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Stay updated daily at Current Affairs MCQs<\/a>\u00a0 Pakistan and International affairs in solved MCQ format.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSubject 6 \u2013 Mathematics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nPPSC Maths is basic arithmetic not advanced calculus. But many candidates skip it and lose 10 to 12 easy marks. Expected questions: 10 to 12 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Number System\u00a0 natural numbers, integers, fractions, decimals<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Percentage\u00a0 calculating percentage, increase, decrease<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ratio and Proportion\u00a0 simple ratio, compound ratio<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Profit and Loss\u00a0 cost price, selling price, profit%, loss%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Simple Interest\u00a0 formula: P \u00d7 R \u00d7 T \/ 100<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Compound Interest\u00a0 annual and semi-annual<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Speed, Distance, Time\u00a0 formula: D = S \u00d7 T<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Average\u00a0 sum of values \/ number of values<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- LCM and HCF\u00a0 finding common factors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Basic Algebra\u00a0 linear equations, solving for x<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mixture Problems\u00a0 alligation method<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Work and Time\u00a0 combined work rate problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Practice all Maths topics at Math MCQs<\/a>\u00a0 step-by-step solved problems with explanation.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSubject 7 \u2013 Everyday Science<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nEveryday Science tests applied scientific knowledge science you use or observe in daily life. Expected questions: 8 to 10 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Human Body\n
\n- Digestive system\u00a0 organs and functions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Respiratory system\u00a0 lungs, oxygen, carbon dioxide<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Circulatory system\u00a0 heart, blood types, veins, arteries<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Nervous system\u00a0 brain, spinal cord, neurons<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Skeletal system\u00a0 number of bones in human body (206)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Basic Chemistry\n
\n- Elements and their symbols\u00a0 H, O, N, C, Fe, Au, Ag<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Acids and bases\u00a0 pH scale<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Common chemical compounds\u00a0 H2O, CO2, NaCl, H2SO4<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Metals and non-metals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Basic Physics\n
\n- Newton’s Laws of Motion<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Force, energy, work, power<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Light\u00a0 reflection, refraction, speed of light<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sound\u00a0 speed of sound, ultrasound, infrasound<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Electricity\u00a0 basic circuits, conductors, insulators<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Environment and Ecology\n
\n- Greenhouse effect and global warming<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ozone layer depletion<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Renewable vs non-renewable energy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Food chains and ecosystems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Space and Universe\n
\n- Solar system\u00a0 planets in order<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The Moon\u00a0 distance, gravity, surface<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Stars and galaxies\u00a0 basic facts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Famous space missions\u00a0 Apollo, Voyager, Hubble<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Syllabus for Specialized PPSC Posts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFor posts like Lecturer, Sub Inspector, Assistant Director, and Engineering posts, additional subject-specific syllabus is tested. Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lecturer Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Subject-specific knowledge (relevant academic discipline)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Education Psychology and Pedagogy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Teaching methods and curriculum development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Sub Inspector (Police):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) basics<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Law enforcement basics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Junior Clerk \/ Stenographer:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Typing speed test (separate practical)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Office procedures and record-keeping<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Basic computer applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Always download the official PPSC advertisement for your specific post to confirm the exact syllabus and marks distribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Final Tips on Using the Syllabus<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Print this syllabus or save it\u00a0 use it as a checklist while studying<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Tick each topic as you finish it\u00a0 gives mental satisfaction and tracks progress<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Revisit incomplete topics every Sunday<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Never skip Current Affairs\u00a0 it changes monthly and requires consistent attention<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Give more time to high-weightage subjects: GK, Pakistan Studies, Current Affairs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
For the full PPSC preparation roadmap including study plan and topper strategy, visit our PPSC Complete Preparation Guide 2026<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n- \n
- General Knowledge<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pakistan Studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Islamiyat \/ Islamic Studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- English<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Current Affairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mathematics \/ Arithmetic<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Everyday Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Computer Science (for relevant posts)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Subject-Specific Knowledge (for specialized posts like Lecturer, Engineer, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The exam is 100 marks, 100 MCQs, and 90 minutes. Each subject gets a specific number of questions based on the post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Subject 1 \u2013 General Knowledge<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
General Knowledge is the broadest subject in PPSC and carries the highest number of questions typically 20 to 25 out of 100. It is also the most unpredictable because “general knowledge” can literally come from anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- World Geography\n
- \n
- Continents, oceans, deserts, rivers, and mountain ranges<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Capitals and currencies of all countries<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Landlocked countries and island nations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Largest, smallest, highest, deepest\u00a0 superlatives of the world<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- International Organizations\n
- \n
- United Nations\u00a0 formation date, headquarters, Secretary General<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- WHO, IMF, World Bank, NATO, SCO, OIC, SAARC<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Member countries, purposes, and recent decisions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Famous Personalities\n
- \n
- Scientists: Newton, Einstein, Marie Curie, Stephen Hawking<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Leaders: Nelson Mandela, Abraham Lincoln, Churchill<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Writers and poets of world literature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sports\n
- \n
- Cricket World Cup winners by year<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- FIFA World Cup host countries and winners<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Olympics\u00a0 host cities, first Olympic Games, Pakistan’s medals<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Famous sports personalities and their world records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Inventions and Discoveries\n
- \n
- Who invented what: telephone, airplane, internet, printing press<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Year of major scientific discoveries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Awards\n
- \n
- Nobel Prize categories and recent winners<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Man Booker Prize, Oscar Awards, Grammy Awards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Practice all GK topics with solved MCQs at General Knowledge MCQs<\/a> on MCQsDrive\u00a0 organized by topic for efficient preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Subject 2 \u2013 Pakistan Studies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pakistan Studies is the heart of every PPSC paper. Questions in this section test your knowledge of Pakistan’s history, geography, politics, and constitution. Expected questions: 15 to 20 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Pakistan Movement (Pre-Partition History)\n
- \n
- War of Independence 1857\u00a0 causes and results<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sir Syed Ahmad Khan and Aligarh Movement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Muslim League formation 1906\u00a0 Dhaka<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lucknow Pact 1916<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Khilafat Movement 1919\u20131924<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Simon Commission 1927<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Allahabad Address 1930\u00a0 Allama Iqbal’s vision<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Round Table Conferences 1930\u201332<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lahore Resolution 1940\u00a0 key points<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cabinet Mission Plan 1946<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Partition and Independence\u00a0 August 14, 1947<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Important Personalities\n
- \n
- Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah\u00a0 full biography, key speeches, achievements<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Allama Iqbal\u00a0 philosophy, poetry, political vision<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Liaquat Ali Khan\u00a0 first Prime Minister, role in Pakistan<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fatima Jinnah\u00a0 Madar-e-Millat, contributions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Geography of Pakistan\n
- \n
- Provinces, their capitals, and important cities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Rivers: Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej, Kabul<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mountain ranges: Karakoram, Himalayas, Hindu Kush<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- K2\u00a0 second highest peak in the world<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Deserts: Thar, Cholistan, Thal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Dams: Tarbela, Mangla, Warsak, Diamer Bhasha (under construction)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Constitution of Pakistan\n
- \n
- Constitution 1956\u00a0 first constitution<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Constitution 1962\u00a0 Ayub Khan era<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Constitution 1973\u00a0 current, passed under Bhutto<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Important articles and amendments<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fundamental rights under the constitution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Economy and Development\n
- \n
- CPEC\u00a0 China Pakistan Economic Corridor\u00a0 key facts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Major exports and imports of Pakistan<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Gwadar Port\u00a0 significance and development<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- GDP growth, poverty rate, and literacy rate basics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Practice at Pakistan Studies MCQs<\/a> for complete topic coverage with solved questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Subject 3 \u2013 Islamiyat \/ Islamic Studies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Islamiyat is compulsory for Muslim candidates. It is a high-scoring section because questions are straightforward and factual. Expected questions: 10 to 12 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Basic Islamic Beliefs (Aqaid)\n
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- Tauheed, Risalat, Akhirat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Six Articles of Faith<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Five Pillars of Islam\n
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- Kalima, Salat, Zakat, Sawm, Hajj<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Rules, conditions, and importance of each<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Holy Quran\n
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- Number of Surahs, Paras, Ayats, Ruku<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- First and last revealed Surahs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Makki and Madni Surahs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Famous Surahs and their meanings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Life of Holy Prophet (PBUH)\n
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- Birth, early life, family<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Migration to Madina (Hijrat)\u00a0 622 AD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Major Ghazwas: Badr, Uhud, Khandaq, Khyber, Hunain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Treaty of Hudaibiya<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Conquest of Makkah<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Last sermon\u00a0 Khutba Hajjatul Wida<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Date of demise and burial place<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Khulafa-e-Rashideen\n
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- Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA)\u00a0 tenure 632\u2013634 AD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA)\u00a0 tenure 634\u2013644 AD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hazrat Usman Ghani (RA)\u00a0 tenure 644\u2013656 AD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hazrat Ali (RA)\u00a0 tenure 656\u2013661 AD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Major achievements of each Caliph<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Islamic Months and Events\n
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- Names of 12 Islamic months<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ramadan, Muharram, Dhul Hijjah\u00a0 significance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Eid ul Fitr and Eid ul Adha\u00a0 dates and rules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Practice complete Islamiyat syllabus at Islamic Studies MCQs<\/a> on MCQsDrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Subject 4 \u2013 English<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
English tests grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension. Many candidates underperform in English not because they do not know the language but because they do not practice exam-style questions. Expected questions: 10 to 15 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Grammar\n
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- Parts of Speech: Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Adjective, Adverb, Preposition, Conjunction, Interjection<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Tenses\u00a0 12 tenses with rules and examples<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Active and Passive Voice\u00a0 rules for all tenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Direct and Indirect Speech\u00a0 reporting verbs and changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Articles\u00a0 a, an, the\u00a0 rules and exceptions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Prepositions\u00a0 in, on, at, by, with, for, since, until<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Subject-Verb Agreement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Conditional Sentences\u00a0 zero, first, second, third conditionals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vocabulary\n
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- Synonyms\u00a0 similar meaning words<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Antonyms\u00a0 opposite meaning words<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- One Word Substitution\u00a0 one word for a long phrase<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Idioms and Phrases\u00a0 common English idioms with meanings<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Phrasal Verbs\u00a0 look up, give in, run out, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sentence Structure\n
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- Sentence correction\u00a0 identifying grammatical errors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fill in the blanks\u00a0 grammar and vocabulary based<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Paragraph reading and comprehension<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Start your English practice at English MCQs<\/a>\u00a0 covers all grammar rules with exam-style questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Subject 5 \u2013 Current Affairs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Current Affairs is the most time-sensitive section of PPSC. It changes every month and requires regular reading. Expected questions: 15 to 20 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Pakistan Current Affairs\n
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- Major government decisions and policies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Budget highlights\u00a0 GDP, inflation, tax changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- New appointments\u00a0 PM, President, Chief Ministers, Army Chief, CJP<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Military operations and security developments<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- National projects\u00a0 dams, motorways, housing schemes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pakistan’s foreign relations\u00a0 with India, China, USA, Saudi Arabia, Turkey<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- International Current Affairs\n
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- Wars and conflicts\u00a0 current major conflicts globally<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- UN decisions and resolutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- G7, G20 summits\u00a0 host country and key outcomes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- SCO, OIC, SAARC\u00a0 recent meetings and decisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Climate change\u00a0 COP summits, Paris Agreement updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Economic updates\u00a0 global recession, oil prices, inflation rates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Recent elections in major countries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sports Current Affairs\n
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- Cricket\u00a0 series results, rankings, World Cup updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Olympics\u00a0 recent games, Pakistan’s performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- FIFA\u00a0 World Cup and major tournament results<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Stay updated daily at Current Affairs MCQs<\/a>\u00a0 Pakistan and International affairs in solved MCQ format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Subject 6 \u2013 Mathematics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
PPSC Maths is basic arithmetic not advanced calculus. But many candidates skip it and lose 10 to 12 easy marks. Expected questions: 10 to 12 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Number System\u00a0 natural numbers, integers, fractions, decimals<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Percentage\u00a0 calculating percentage, increase, decrease<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ratio and Proportion\u00a0 simple ratio, compound ratio<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Profit and Loss\u00a0 cost price, selling price, profit%, loss%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Simple Interest\u00a0 formula: P \u00d7 R \u00d7 T \/ 100<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Compound Interest\u00a0 annual and semi-annual<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Speed, Distance, Time\u00a0 formula: D = S \u00d7 T<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Average\u00a0 sum of values \/ number of values<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- LCM and HCF\u00a0 finding common factors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Basic Algebra\u00a0 linear equations, solving for x<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mixture Problems\u00a0 alligation method<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Work and Time\u00a0 combined work rate problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Practice all Maths topics at Math MCQs<\/a>\u00a0 step-by-step solved problems with explanation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Subject 7 \u2013 Everyday Science<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Everyday Science tests applied scientific knowledge science you use or observe in daily life. Expected questions: 8 to 10 out of 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Core Topics:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Human Body\n
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- Digestive system\u00a0 organs and functions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Respiratory system\u00a0 lungs, oxygen, carbon dioxide<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Circulatory system\u00a0 heart, blood types, veins, arteries<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Nervous system\u00a0 brain, spinal cord, neurons<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Skeletal system\u00a0 number of bones in human body (206)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Basic Chemistry\n
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- Elements and their symbols\u00a0 H, O, N, C, Fe, Au, Ag<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Acids and bases\u00a0 pH scale<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Common chemical compounds\u00a0 H2O, CO2, NaCl, H2SO4<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Metals and non-metals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Basic Physics\n
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- Newton’s Laws of Motion<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Force, energy, work, power<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Light\u00a0 reflection, refraction, speed of light<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sound\u00a0 speed of sound, ultrasound, infrasound<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Electricity\u00a0 basic circuits, conductors, insulators<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Environment and Ecology\n
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- Greenhouse effect and global warming<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ozone layer depletion<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Renewable vs non-renewable energy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Food chains and ecosystems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Space and Universe\n
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- Solar system\u00a0 planets in order<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The Moon\u00a0 distance, gravity, surface<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Stars and galaxies\u00a0 basic facts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Famous space missions\u00a0 Apollo, Voyager, Hubble<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Syllabus for Specialized PPSC Posts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
For posts like Lecturer, Sub Inspector, Assistant Director, and Engineering posts, additional subject-specific syllabus is tested. Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lecturer Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Subject-specific knowledge (relevant academic discipline)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Education Psychology and Pedagogy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Teaching methods and curriculum development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Sub Inspector (Police):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) basics<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Law enforcement basics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Junior Clerk \/ Stenographer:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Typing speed test (separate practical)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Office procedures and record-keeping<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Basic computer applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Always download the official PPSC advertisement for your specific post to confirm the exact syllabus and marks distribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Final Tips on Using the Syllabus<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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- Print this syllabus or save it\u00a0 use it as a checklist while studying<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Tick each topic as you finish it\u00a0 gives mental satisfaction and tracks progress<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Revisit incomplete topics every Sunday<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Never skip Current Affairs\u00a0 it changes monthly and requires consistent attention<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Give more time to high-weightage subjects: GK, Pakistan Studies, Current Affairs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
For the full PPSC preparation roadmap including study plan and topper strategy, visit our PPSC Complete Preparation Guide 2026<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Human Body\n
- Pakistan Current Affairs\n
- Grammar\n
- Basic Islamic Beliefs (Aqaid)\n
- Pakistan Movement (Pre-Partition History)\n
- World Geography\n