UP TGT Social Science Previous Year Papers
High competitionUP-specific GK (districts, rivers, freedom movement sites) is the differentiator — not NCERT alone.
Target band: 370+ / 500 competitive
Focus blocks
- Modern India
- UP geography
- Constitution basics
Common mistake: Confusing MP/UP boundary rivers and tributaries in map-based MCQs.
Download Social Science PYQ (3 PDFs)
| Year | Paper | Download |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Social Science Part 1 (2021) (tough) | |
| 2021 | Social Science Part 2 (2021) (tough) | |
| 2013 | Social Studies Question Paper 2013 (moderate) | |
| 2011 | Social Science Previous Year Paper 2011 | Official portal |
Social Science PYQ FAQs
How to prepare for UP TGT Social Science exam?
Revise graduation-level Social Science syllabus, solve at least two full PYQs in 120 minutes, and focus on repeated topics from 2013 and 2021 papers.
What is a safe score in UP TGT Social Science?
Cutoffs vary by subject and year. Aim above 75–80% attempts with high accuracy; very competitive subjects may need 380–420+ out of 500.