UPSSSC Mandi Sachiv Syllabus 2025 & Detailed Exam Pattern

To secure the prestigious post of Mandi Parishad Sachiv Grade-II (Secretary of the Agricultural Produce Market Committee), a thorough understanding of its highly specialized syllabus is essential. This is a unique Group 'C' recruitment by UPSSSC where the core subject knowledge of Agricultural Marketing holds the highest weightage. A focused preparation strategy aligned with the official syllabus and exam pattern is the only way to succeed in this competitive examination.

This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the UPSSSC Mandi Sachiv Mains syllabus and the detailed exam structure to help you create a winning preparation plan.

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UPSSSC Mandi Sachiv 2025: Exam Overview & Pattern

The selection process for the Mandi Sachiv post involves shortlisting candidates based on their UPSSSC PET scores, followed by a single-stage Mains written examination. The final merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained in this Mains exam.

Mandi Sachiv Mains Exam Pattern

The written examination is an objective-type test (MCQ) conducted for a total of 100 marks.

Part	Subject	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks
Part 1	Agricultural Marketing, Agricultural Management, and Agricultural Economy	70	70
Part 2	Computer & Information Technology Literacy	15	15
Part 3	General Knowledge specific to Uttar Pradesh (UP GK)	15	15
Total		100	100

Marking Scheme for Mains Exam:

Correct Answer: +1 mark.
Negative Marking: -0.25 (or 1/4th) marks for each incorrect answer.
Total Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours).

Note: The syllabus and exam pattern are based on the recent 2024 notification. Candidates must always refer to the official 2025 notification for the final and confirmed details.

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UPSSSC Mandi Sachiv Syllabus 2025: In-Depth Topic Breakdown

A deep understanding of every topic is crucial, especially for the core subject area. Below is a detailed, subject-wise breakdown of the syllabus.

Detailed Topic-wise Syllabus

Subject / Part	In-Depth Topics & Chapters
Part 1: Agricultural Marketing & Management	This is the core and most extensive section of the exam. Agricultural Marketing Policies & Systems: State and national policies, APMC Act, contract farming, e-NAM, MSP (Minimum Support Price), agricultural pricing and costs. Agricultural Finance & Insurance: Rural credit systems, NABARD, crop insurance schemes (e.g., PM Fasal Bima Yojana). Agricultural Economy: Role of agriculture in the economy of India and UP, Five Year Plans and agriculture. UP Mandi Parishad Act: In-depth knowledge of the Uttar Pradesh Krishi Utpadan Mandi Adhiniyam, 1964, its provisions, rules, and functions. Technology in Agriculture: Use of remote sensing (GIS), IT in agriculture, and modern farming techniques. Post-Harvest Management: Food preservation, supply chain management, and agri-export zones. General Agriculture: Basics of agronomy, soil science, horticulture, and animal husbandry.
Part 2: Computer & IT Literacy	This section evaluates basic and practical computer skills. Computer fundamentals, Hardware & Software, Operating Systems. MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Internet usage, E-mail, and basics of networking. Knowledge of contemporary technology (AI, Big Data, IoT). Digital financial tools and applications.
Part 3: Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge (UP GK)	This section tests your knowledge about the state of Uttar Pradesh. History, Geography, Polity, and Economy of UP. Art, Culture, Festivals, and Monuments of UP. Major government schemes and policies related to agriculture and rural development in UP. Current Affairs of UP.

Subject / Part

In-Depth Topics & Chapters

Part 1: Agricultural Marketing & Management

This is the core and most extensive section of the exam.

Agricultural Marketing Policies & Systems: State and national policies, APMC Act, contract farming, e-NAM, MSP (Minimum Support Price), agricultural pricing and costs.
Agricultural Finance & Insurance: Rural credit systems, NABARD, crop insurance schemes (e.g., PM Fasal Bima Yojana).
Agricultural Economy: Role of agriculture in the economy of India and UP, Five Year Plans and agriculture.
UP Mandi Parishad Act: In-depth knowledge of the Uttar Pradesh Krishi Utpadan Mandi Adhiniyam, 1964, its provisions, rules, and functions.
Technology in Agriculture: Use of remote sensing (GIS), IT in agriculture, and modern farming techniques.
Post-Harvest Management: Food preservation, supply chain management, and agri-export zones.
General Agriculture: Basics of agronomy, soil science, horticulture, and animal husbandry.

Part 2: Computer & IT Literacy

This section evaluates basic and practical computer skills.

Computer fundamentals, Hardware & Software, Operating Systems.
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Internet usage, E-mail, and basics of networking.
Knowledge of contemporary technology (AI, Big Data, IoT).
Digital financial tools and applications.

Part 3: Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge (UP GK)

This section tests your knowledge about the state of Uttar Pradesh.

History, Geography, Polity, and Economy of UP.
Art, Culture, Festivals, and Monuments of UP.
Major government schemes and policies related to agriculture and rural development in UP.
Current Affairs of UP.

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Download Mandi Sachiv Syllabus 2025 PDF

(The link will be activated once the official notification is released. Candidates are advised to download the official syllabus PDF for complete details from upsssc.gov.in.)

FAQs: UPSSSC Mandi Sachiv Syllabus 2025

Q1: Is the UPSSSC PET score mandatory for the Mandi Sachiv exam?

Ans: Yes, a valid UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) score is the mandatory first step. Candidates are shortlisted for the Mandi Sachiv Mains exam based on their PET score.

Q2: What is the educational qualification for this post?

Ans: A candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing, Science, Commerce, Economics, or Agricultural Economics from a recognized university.

Q3: Is there an interview for this post?

Ans: No, there is no interview for the post of Mandi Sachiv. The final selection is based solely on the marks obtained in the Mains written examination.

Q4: What is the role of a Mandi Sachiv?

Ans: A Mandi Sachiv (Secretary) is the chief executive officer of a Mandi Samiti (Agricultural Produce Market Committee). They are responsible for the day-to-day management, administration, and regulation of the market yard.