Haryana HCS Prelims follows a unique pattern that requires both conceptual clarity and sharp analytical ability. Unlike UPSC, HCS often includes more factual questions, especially in History, Geography, and Haryana-specific GK. The Pinnation IAS HCS Test Series ensures complete alignment with this approach while maintaining high-quality conceptual depth for aspirants aiming at top ranks.
Haryana PCS Prelims is divided into General Studies Paper-I and CSAT. The GS paper contains 100 questions covering standard subjects—Polity, Economy, Geography, History, Science, Environment, Current Affairs—along with a significant portion dedicated to Haryana’s local socio-cultural setup. The Achiever’s Edge Test Series begins with sectional tests focusing on these fundamental subjects. These tests are designed using PYQ trends, which show that Haryana HCS emphasizes clarity over superficial knowledge.
The History and Polity tests help aspirants master recurring themes such as the Freedom Movement, Legislative developments, and the Constitution. Geography includes both Indian and world perspectives, with special emphasis on Haryana’s rivers, soils, agriculture, resources, and demographic patterns. Science and Environment tests incorporate NCERT fundamentals and Haryana’s local ecology, climate, and industrial patterns.
The CSAT paper in HCS carries equal importance since it is qualifying in nature, but the difficulty level has increased over recent years. Many aspirants fail to clear CSAT despite scoring well in GS. Therefore, the seven dedicated CSAT practice tests in this program ensure thorough preparation in comprehension, reasoning, basic mathematics, and analytical skills.
The full-length mocks provide complete exam simulation, including Haryana-specific content such as culture, festivals, government schemes, economic data, flora and fauna, and historical sites. These mocks also replicate the exact HPSC difficulty level — direct, tricky, and application-based. Special emphasis is given to Haryana’s administrative structure, Panchayati Raj system, sports achievements, and recent state developments.
Aspirants also receive topic-wise performance analytics that reveal their accuracy patterns, strengths, and areas needing improvement. The explanations included with each test ensure that students learn why a statement is misleading, how to avoid factual traps, and how to use elimination intelligently. This pattern of continuous evaluation and learning ensures that students build a strong foundation and exam temperament.
Overall, the Pinnation IAS Haryana HCS Test Series equips aspirants with the right balance of state-specific knowledge, national subjects, and consistent practice. It is structured to build the confidence and precision required to clear HCS Prelims with ease.
HARYANA PCS – 20 TEST PRELIMS SCHEDULE
| Week | Test No. | Focus Area | HPSC Coverage |
| Week 1 | Test 1 | Polity Basics | Constitution + Haryana Polity |
| Week 2 | Test 2 | Ancient & Medieval | Haryana Medieval + Culture |
| Week 3 | Test 3 | CSAT Comprehension | Reasoning + English |
| Week 4 | Test 4 | Geography | Haryana Geography + Soils |
| Week 5 | Test 5 | CSAT Reasoning | Arithmetic + Logic |
| Week 6 | Test 6 | Economy | Haryana Economy + Schemes |
| Week 7 | Test 7 | Environment | State Biodiversity |
| Week 8 | Test 8 | CSAT DI | DI + Quant |
| Week 9 | Test 9 | Science & Tech | State S&T + Static |
| Week 10 | Test 10 | Full Mock 1 | Full GS + CSAT |
| Week 11 | Test 11 | CSAT Speed | Aptitude Drill |
| Week 12 | Test 12 | Current Affairs | Haryana CA |
| Week 13 | Test 13 | Budget + Schemes | Haryana Budget |
| Week 14 | Test 14 | CSAT Mixed | Mixed Comprehension |
| Week 15 | Test 15 | Full Mock 2 | Full Simulation |
| Week 16 | Test 16 | Geo + Env Mix | Haryana Geo–Eco |
| Week 17 | Test 17 | CSAT Advanced | Tough CSAT |
| Week 18 | Test 18 | Mixed GS | All Subjects |
| Week 19 | Test 19 | Full Mock 3 | Final Rev |
| Week 20 | Test 20 | Final Mock 4 | HPSC Simulation |