UPSC CSE
Result outCivil Services Examination
Dates & Timeline
Past cycles (2025)
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Eligibility
Age 21–32 years. Graduate from a recognised university. SC/ST have unlimited attempts within age limit.
Selection Process
Preliminary Examination
Two objective papers — GS Paper I (200 marks) and CSAT Paper II (200 marks, qualifying). Filters for Mains.
Main Examination
Nine papers — Essay, GS I-IV, Optional Subject (2 papers), and two language papers. 1750 marks counted for merit.
Personality Test / Interview
275 marks. Conducted at UPSC Bhavan, New Delhi. Tests personality and suitability for civil services.
About UPSC CSE
India's premier civil services exam. Selects candidates for IAS, IPS, IFS, and other Group A/B central services. Held annually by the Union Public Service Commission.