The UPSC Main Santali Paper I is an entrance exam conducted by the UPSC for selection of perspective candidates to the respective posts available in the UPSC forum. This exam in conducted every year and every year thousands of candidates apply for this exam.

Qualification for appearing in this exam:

The minimum eligibility for the candidates to appear for this exam is graduation through B.Tech/B.E/B.Sc./BBA/BCA or any other equivalent course. Diploma holders can also apply for this exam. Students who are in the final year can also apply for the exam.

Scoring and Negative Marking:

The paper consists of 10 questions carrying equal marks each; no negative marks are given for the wrong answers.

Mode of Exam:

The paper is to be answered in Santali language, and is a written paper which is to be written on the answer booklet provided for the purpose.

Format:

The paper consists of all theoretical reasoning type. There is also short notes type of questions and case studies are also put forward to test the abilities of the candidates. The paper is divided into two parts namely part I and part II. Both parts carry equal weightage.

Paper Pattern:

The paper is divided into two parts namely part A and part B. part A consists of questions related to the character, standardization of the Santali language, whereas Part II consists of questions from the history of the Santali Language.

Marking:

The paper is of a total of 300 marks. The paper consists of a total of 10 questions and these carry 30 marks each, there is no scope of negative marking for the incorrect answers. Zero marks are given for the incorrect answers and marks are given for the answers written only in the specified language.

Timing:

The appearing candidates are given a maximum of 3 hours.

Recommended Books:

• Linguistic boundaries of Santali and its dialects
• Characteristic features of Santali language.