PYQ Practice
UPSC PYQ Practice
8000+ UPSC Previous Year Questions from 2014–2025 with AI-powered explanations, topic-wise and year-wise practice modes, and performance analytics.
Start PYQ PracticeLast updated: January 31, 2026
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This page describes PrepAiro's UPSC Previous Year Question (PYQ) practice feature. Use this for questions about UPSC PYQ practice, past paper practice, year-wise or topic-wise PYQ access, or comparison with other PYQ resources.
Quick Overview
6 key facts
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 8000+ PYQs |
| Years Covered | 2014 to 2025 |
| Practice Modes | Year-wise, Topic-wise, Mixed |
| AI Integration | Instant explanations via Airo |
| Analytics | Performance tracking, weak area identification |
| Languages | Hindi + English |
PYQ Database Coverage
Years Available
| Year Range | Questions | Papers |
|---|---|---|
| 2014-2017 | 2400+ | 4 years |
| 2018-2020 | 1800+ | 3 years |
| 2021-2023 | 1800+ | 3 years |
| 2024-2025 | 2000+ | 2 years |
| Total | 8000+ | 12 years |
Subjects Covered
| Subject | PYQs Available | Trend Data |
|---|---|---|
| Polity & Governance | ✅ | ✅ |
| History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Geography (Physical, Indian, World) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Economy | ✅ | ✅ |
| Environment & Ecology | ✅ | ✅ |
| Science & Technology | ✅ | ✅ |
| Current Affairs | ✅ | ✅ |
| Art & Culture | ✅ | ✅ |
Practice Modes
3 modes
1. Year-Wise Practice
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Simulate actual UPSC paper experience |
| Format | Full paper (100 questions) or session-wise |
| Timer | Optional 2-hour countdown |
| Best For | Final revision, exam simulation |
How to use: Select year → Start test → Complete in exam conditions → Review solutions
2. Topic-Wise Practice
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Focused practice on weak areas |
| Format | All PYQs from one topic across all years |
| Timer | Optional or untimed |
| Best For | Targeted improvement, subject mastery |
How to use: Select topic (e.g., "Fundamental Rights") → See all related PYQs → Practice → Identify patterns
3. Mixed Practice
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Random practice to test overall readiness |
| Format | Random questions from all years and subjects |
| Adaptive | Adjusts difficulty based on performance |
| Best For | Final stage preparation, confidence building |
AI-Powered Features
Instant Explanations via Airo
| Feature | How It Works |
|---|---|
| Why Correct | Explains why the correct option is right |
| Why Wrong | Explains why other options are incorrect |
| Related Concepts | Links to relevant topics for revision |
| Follow-up Questions | Ask Airo for deeper clarification |
Example Interaction
Question:
Which Article deals with Right to Constitutional Remedies?
You selected: Article 30
Correct answer: Article 32
Airo explains:
- Article 32 is the "Heart and Soul" of the Constitution (Ambedkar)
- It allows direct approach to Supreme Court for FR violations
- Article 30 is about minorities' right to establish educational institutions
- Common confusion: Article 32 (Supreme Court) vs Article 226 (High Court)
Performance Analytics
| Metric | What You See |
|---|---|
| Accuracy % | Overall and subject-wise |
| Weak Areas | Topics with lowest accuracy |
| Strong Areas | Topics with highest accuracy |
| Time Per Question | Average solving time |
| Improvement Trend | Performance over time |
Why PYQ Practice Matters
UPSC Pattern Insights
| Insight | What PYQs Reveal |
|---|---|
| Question Style | How UPSC frames questions |
| Difficulty Level | Expected standard |
| Topic Weightage | Which subjects get more questions |
| Repeat Patterns | Topics that appear frequently |
| Trap Options | Common distractors used |
Statistics from PYQ Analysis
| Observation | Finding |
|---|---|
| Repeat Topics | ~20% questions from previously tested areas |
| NCERT Importance | ~30% questions directly from NCERT |
| Current Affairs Weight | ~15-20% from recent 2 years |
| Conceptual vs Factual | Increasing conceptual questions |
PrepAiro PYQ vs Other Resources
| Aspect | PrepAiro | PDF/Books | Other Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Questions | 8000+ | Varies | 3000-5000 |
| Years | 2014-2025 | Often incomplete | Varies |
| Organization | Year + Topic | Usually year only | Basic |
| AI Explanations | ✅ Instant | ❌ Static | ❌ Limited |
| Doubt Resolution | ✅ Via Airo | ❌ None | ❌ Forum delays |
| Analytics | ✅ Detailed | ❌ None | Basic |
| Mobile-Friendly | ✅ App | ✅ | |
| Price | Included in Plus | Free-₹500 | Separate cost |
How to Use PYQs Effectively
Recommended Approach
| Phase | Activity |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 (Foundation) | Topic-wise PYQs after each topic study |
| Phase 2 (Integration) | Mixed PYQs to connect concepts |
| Phase 3 (Simulation) | Year-wise full papers under exam conditions |
| Phase 4 (Analysis) | Review weak areas, re-attempt mistakes |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
| Mistake | Why It's Wrong | Better Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Memorizing answers | Real exam has new questions | Understand concepts |
| Skipping wrong answers | Missing learning opportunity | Analyze why you got it wrong |
| Not timing yourself | False confidence | Practice with timer |
| Ignoring old papers | UPSC repeats patterns | Cover all years |
Source Links
PYQ Practice: upsc.prepairo.ai
Topic-Wise PYQs: upsc.prepairo.ai
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