Islamic Studies — CSS Past Papers
Year-wise official FPSC Islamic Studies papers covering Islamic history, beliefs, jurisprudence, and contemporary challenges. Free, direct one-click PDF download for every year — no sign-up required.
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This page holds 9 official FPSC CSS Islamic Studies papers covering 2016–2025. The 2021 paper is not currently in the library; every other year in that range is available. Each one downloads as a PDF in a single click using the icon on its card — no sign-up, no payment, and no waiting on an external viewer.
What the Islamic Studies paper covers
The Quran and Sunnah as sources, the Seerah of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and its application, Islamic history and civilisation, jurisprudence and its principles, the rights and duties recognised in Islamic law, and contemporary questions facing Muslim societies.
How to actually use these papers
Most candidates read past papers and stop there. Reading them is not practice. These four habits are what turn a paper archive into marks.
- —Answers that quote accurately and attribute correctly score better than answers that quote often. Verify every reference you plan to use.
- —Group the nine papers by theme — sources, Seerah, fiqh, contemporary issues — and you will find the same areas returning each year.
- —Contemporary questions expect Islamic principles applied to a modern problem, not a general essay. Practise the application step explicitly.
- —Keep a short, verified bank of references per theme rather than a long unverified one.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I download CSS Islamic Studies past papers?
Each year on this page downloads directly as a PDF using the download icon on its card — free, and without sign-up.
Which years of Islamic Studies papers are available?
Nine papers covering 2016 to 2025. The 2021 paper is not currently in the library; every other year in that range is available.
What does the CSS Islamic Studies paper cover?
The Quran and Sunnah, the Seerah and its application, Islamic history and civilisation, jurisprudence, rights and duties in Islamic law, and contemporary issues facing Muslim societies. Check the current FPSC syllabus for the authoritative outline.
Is there an alternative paper for non-Muslim candidates?
FPSC provides an alternative to Islamic Studies for non-Muslim candidates. Confirm the current arrangement and its syllabus in the official FPSC notice for your exam year.
Papers are reproduced for study purposes as set by the Federal Public Service Commission. For the current syllabus, eligibility and exam scheme, always refer to the official notice at fpsc.gov.pk.