UIIC AO 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern

UIIC AO Exam Pattern

Understanding the exam pattern is important for preparing an effective study plan.

The Preliminary Examination is common in structure, while the Main Examination differs according to the selected discipline.

UIIC AO Preliminary Exam Pattern

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration
English Language	30	30	20 Minutes
Reasoning	35	35	20 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude	35	35	20 Minutes
Total	100	100	60 Minutes

Important points:

• The Preliminary Examination is conducted online.

• Each section has a separate time limit.

• Candidates must qualify in each section.

• An overall qualifying score is also required.

• English Language is conducted in English.

• Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude are available in English and Hindi, as specified.

UIIC AO Main Exam Pattern – Generalists

The Generalist Main Examination consists of an objective test and an English descriptive test.

Objective Test

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration
English Language	40	50	30 Minutes
Reasoning	50	60	40 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude	50	60	40 Minutes
General Awareness (Financial Sector)	40	60	30 Minutes
Computer Knowledge	20	20	10 Minutes
Total	200	250	150 Minutes

Descriptive Test

Component	Marks	Duration
Letter Writing	10	Included in 30 Minutes
Essay Writing	20	Included in 30 Minutes
Total	30	30 Minutes

The descriptive test is conducted online immediately after the objective test. Candidates type their answers on a computer.

The descriptive test is qualifying in nature for the Generalist discipline, and its marks are not counted in the final merit list.

UIIC AO Main Exam Pattern – Hindi Officers

The Hindi Officer Main Examination includes general aptitude and professional knowledge related to Hindi and English.

Objective Test

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration
English Language	25	25	20 Minutes
Reasoning	25	25	30 Minutes
Professional Knowledge	50	100	50 Minutes
General Awareness	25	25	10 Minutes
Computer Knowledge	25	25	10 Minutes
Total	150	200	120 Minutes

Descriptive Test

Component	Marks
English Essay	10
Hindi Essay	10
Hindi Letter Writing	10
English to Hindi Translation	10
Hindi to English Translation	10
Total	50

The descriptive test duration is 60 minutes.

Candidates should also practise Hindi typing using the keyboard layouts specified in the notification, including Inscript and Remington (GAIL).

Negative Marking

There is negative marking in the objective tests of both Preliminary and Main Examinations.

For every incorrect answer, one-fourth of the marks assigned to that question is deducted.

No marks are deducted for unanswered questions.

Candidates should focus on accuracy and avoid random guessing.

UIIC AO Syllabus

The syllabus for UIIC AO Generalists includes English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Financial Awareness and Computer Knowledge.

Hindi Officer candidates must also prepare professional knowledge related to Hindi, English grammar, official language rules and translation.

English Language Syllabus

Important topics include:

• Reading Comprehension

• Cloze Test

• Error Detection

• Sentence Improvement

• Fill in the Blanks

• Para Jumbles

• Vocabulary

• Synonyms and Antonyms

• Phrase Replacement

• Grammar and Usage

• Sentence Rearrangement

• Sentence Completion

• Essay Writing

• Letter Writing

Candidates should practise reading comprehension and descriptive writing regularly.

Reasoning Syllabus

Important topics include:

• Puzzles

• Seating Arrangement

• Syllogism

• Inequality

• Coding-Decoding

• Blood Relations

• Direction and Distance

• Order and Ranking

• Alphanumeric Series

• Input-Output

• Data Sufficiency

• Logical Reasoning

• Statement and Assumption

• Statement and Conclusion

• Critical Reasoning

Regular practice of puzzles and seating arrangements can improve speed and accuracy.

Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus

Important topics include:

• Simplification and Approximation

• Number Series

• Quadratic Equations

• Percentage

• Profit and Loss

• Simple and Compound Interest

• Ratio and Proportion

• Average

• Time and Work

• Time, Speed and Distance

• Mixture and Alligation

• Partnership

• Mensuration

• Probability

• Permutation and Combination

• Data Interpretation

Candidates should focus on calculation speed and accuracy.

General Awareness – Financial Sector

The General Awareness section focuses on current affairs and developments related to banking, finance, insurance and the economy.

Important topics include:

• Insurance Awareness

• Banking Awareness

• Financial Awareness

• Indian Economy

• Reserve Bank of India

• Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)

• Government Schemes

• Union Budget

• Economic Survey

• Monetary Policy

• Financial Institutions

• Insurance Products

• General Insurance Terminology

• Important National and International News

• Appointments and Awards

• Reports and Indexes

• Digital Financial Services

Candidates should regularly revise insurance-related current affairs and financial developments.

Computer Knowledge Syllabus

Important topics include:

• Computer Fundamentals

• Hardware and Software

• Operating Systems

• Input and Output Devices

• Computer Memory

• MS Office

• Internet and Networking

• Database Fundamentals

• Computer Security

• Cybersecurity Basics

• Computer Abbreviations

• Basic Digital Technologies

Hindi Officer Professional Knowledge Syllabus

Candidates applying for the Hindi Officer post should focus on the professional knowledge section.

Important topics include:

• Hindi Grammar

• English Grammar

• Hindi Vocabulary

• English Vocabulary

• Translation from Hindi to English

• Translation from English to Hindi

• Official Language Policy

• Official Language Act

• Official Language Rules

• Government Office Correspondence

• Administrative Terminology

• Hindi Drafting

• Hindi Letter Writing

• Essay Writing

• Precis and Comprehension

Candidates should practise both Hindi and English writing and translation.