Free UPSC & State PCS Study Materials PDF

Welcome to the Mantra IAS Free Study Resources Library, designed for aspirants preparing for UPSC Civil Services, State Public Service Commission (PCS) examinations and other competitive exams.

Explore Mantra IAS Indian Polity Notes, the Constitution of India Bare Act in English and Hindi, NCERT books for Classes 6–12, UPSC previous year question papers, State PCS General Studies papers, and Second Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) reports.

You can also find official government and constitutional websites organized chapter-wise. Open the sections below to browse the collections and use the download links as PDFs become available.

1. Mantra IAS Notes — PDF Downloads

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Topic-wise notes and revision PDFs will be listed here.

Indian Polity & Constitution — Chapters

  • Historical Background — PDF link to add
  • Making of the Constitution — PDF link to add
  • Preamble — PDF link to add
  • Fundamental Rights — PDF link to add
  • Directive Principles of State Policy — PDF link to add
  • President of India — PDF link to add
  • Parliament of India — PDF link to add
  • Supreme Court of India — PDF link to add

PDF links will be added as files are collected. More chapters can be added as your notes are uploaded.

2. Constitution of India — Bare Act (English & Hindi)

Download the Complete Constitution of India — Official Government Editions

Source: Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India. Mantra IAS-hosted PDF downloads will be added later.

Constitution of India — Regional Language Editions

Preamble first, followed by each Part of the Constitution. Add separate English and Hindi PDF links for every available document.

  • Preamble — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part I — The Union and Its Territory — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part II — Citizenship — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part III — Fundamental Rights — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part IV — Directive Principles of State Policy — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part IVA — Fundamental Duties — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part V — The Union — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part VI — The States — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part VII — Repealed (no current Part VII PDF)
  • Part VIII — The Union Territories — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part IX — The Panchayats — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part IXA — The Municipalities — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part IXB — The Co-operative Societies — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part X — The Scheduled and Tribal Areas — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XI — Relations Between the Union and the States — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XII — Finance, Property, Contracts and Suits — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XIII — Trade, Commerce and Intercourse Within the Territory of India — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XIV — Services Under the Union and the States — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XIVA — Tribunals — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XV — Elections — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XVI — Special Provisions Relating to Certain Classes — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XVII — Official Language — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XVIII — Emergency Provisions — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XIX — Miscellaneous — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XX — Amendment of the Constitution — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XXI — Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
  • Part XXII — Short Title, Commencement, Authoritative Text in Hindi and Repeals — English PDF | Hindi PDF (links to add)
3. NCERT Books — Class 6 to 12

Organize every book under its class and subject; each title can have separate English and Hindi PDF download links.

Official NCERT Website: National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) | NCERT Textbooks PDF (Classes 1–12)

Select the class, subject, book title and language on the official NCERT textbook download page. The English and Hindi links currently open the official NCERT textbook selector, not individual PDF files. Classes 6–8 titles refer to the older Social and Political Life series; NCERT has introduced revised Social Science textbooks.

4. Important Website Links — Chapter-wise

Official website links organized according to M. Laxmikanth, Indian Polity, 8th Edition (13 Parts, 95 Chapters). Verified links will be added chapter-wise.

Part 1: Constitutional Framework

Part 2: System of Government

Part 3: Central Government

Part 4: State Government

Part 5: Local Government

Part 6: Union Territories and Special Areas

Part 7: Constitutional Bodies

Part 8: Non-Constitutional Bodies

Part 9: Other Constitutional Dimensions

  • Chapter 73: Co-operative Societies — Official website links to add
  • Chapter 74: Official Language — Official website links to add
  • Chapter 75: Public Services — Official website links to add
  • Chapter 76: Rights and Liabilities of the Government — Official website links to add
  • Chapter 77: Special Provisions Relating to Certain Classes — Official website links to add
  • Chapter 78: Special Provisions for Some States — Official website links to add

Part 10: Political Dynamics

Part 11: Working of the Constitution

Part 12: Judgements & Doctrines

Part 13: Comparison of the Constitutions

  • Chapter 95: World Constitutions — Official website links to add
5. UPSC Exams — Question Papers

Examination-wise question papers, organized by year. PDF download links will be added when verified documents are available.

Official UPSC Website: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) — upsc.gov.in

  • Civil Service Exam ( IAS, IFS, IPS, IRS ) — Year-wise GS Question Paper PDFs (links to add)
  • Civil Service Exam ( IFoS) — Year-wise GS Question Paper PDFs (links to add)
  • Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) — Year-wise GS Question Paper PDFs (links to add)
  • Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) — Year-wise GS Question Paper PDFs (links to add)
  • Combined Defence Services (CDS) — Year-wise GS Question Paper PDFs (links to add)
  • National Defence Academy (NDA) — Year-wise GS Question Paper PDFs (links to add)

Years shown are a starter list (2016–2025); add other years or paper types when available.

6. State PCS Exams — Question Papers (29 Entries)

State PCS question papers organized by examination and year. Add verified GS question paper PDF links under each examination.

7. Second ARC Reports — PDF Downloads

Second Administrative Reforms Commission — 15 reports. Official DARPG website | Official ARC reports collection.

  • Report 1: Right to Information: Master Key to Good Governance — Download official PDF
  • Report 2: Unlocking Human Capital: Entitlements and Governance — A Case Study — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 3: Crisis Management: From Despair to Hope — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 4: Ethics in Governance — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 5: Public Order: Justice for All, Peace for All — Download official PDF
  • Report 6: Local Governance — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 7: Capacity Building for Conflict Resolution — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 8: Combating Terrorism — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 9: Social Capital: A Shared Destiny — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 10: Refurbishing of Personnel Administration — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 11: Promoting e-Governance: The Smart Way Forward — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 12: Citizen Centric Administration — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 13: Organisational Structure of Government of India — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 14: Strengthening Financial Management Systems — Direct official PDF link pending verification
  • Report 15: State and District Administration — Download official PDF

Only government-hosted PDFs confirmed for the matching report are linked directly. Remaining PDF links will be added after verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I download free UPSC and State PCS study materials?

Browse the Mantra IAS Resources page and expand the relevant section for study notes, NCERT books, previous year question papers, constitutional references and other resources. PDF links will be provided as the collection is completed.

Can I find NCERT books for Classes 6 to 12 in English and Hindi?

The NCERT section is organized by class and book title, with space for separate English and Hindi PDF download links. Files will be added gradually after they are collected and checked.

Where can I find the Constitution of India Bare Act in English and Hindi?

Open the Constitution of India — Bare Act section. It lists the Preamble and individual Parts of the Constitution, with separate English and Hindi PDF entries where available.

Where can I find UPSC and State PCS General Studies previous year question papers?

The UPSC section is organized year-wise for the last ten years, while the State PCS section covers 28 state examinations. Download links for individual papers will be added as the PDFs are collected.

What are the Second ARC Reports, and why are they useful?

The Second Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) published reports on public administration, governance and administrative reforms in India. They are helpful reference materials for governance-related General Studies topics. Report PDFs will be listed in the Second ARC section.

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