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UPSC Civil Services (CSE)
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) · UPSC CSE
Exam Overview
The Civil Services Examination selects officers for IAS, IPS, IFS and Group A or B central services. The three-stage exam runs over the better part of a year and is the definitive test of analytical writing.
Official previous year papers have not been published by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) yet, so there is nothing to link to here.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduate in any discipline; final-year students may appear for Prelims. Age 21-32 years (relaxation for reserved categories and ex-servicemen).
Exam Pattern & Stages
Stage 1 — Preliminary
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies I | 100 | 200 |
| CSAT (Qualifying) | 80 | 200 |
- Mode
- Objective
- Duration
- 2 x 2 hours
- Total Questions
- 180
- Total Marks
- 400
- Negative Marking
- 1/3rd per wrong answer
Stage 2 — Main (Written)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Essay | — | 250 |
| General Studies I-IV | — | 1000 |
| Optional Subject (2 papers) | — | 500 |
| Qualifying languages (English + one paper) | — | Pass only |
- Mode
- Descriptive
- Duration
- 9 papers over 5 days
- Total Marks
- 1750
- Negative Marking
- No
Stage 3 — Personality Test
- Mode
- Interview
- Total Marks
- 275
- Negative Marking
- No
Full Syllabus & Preparation
Stage-wise subject & topic breakdown for this exam.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many attempts are allowed in UPSC CSE?
General candidates get 6 attempts, OBC get 9, and SC/ST candidates have unlimited attempts subject to the age limit.
Is the language paper compulsory for graduates?
English and one qualifying Indian-language paper are mandatory in Mains. They are qualifying only: you must score 25% in each.
UPSC Civil Services (CSE) ke liye eligibility criteria kya hai?
Graduate in any discipline; final-year students may appear for Prelims. Age 21-32 years (relaxation for reserved categories and ex-servicemen).
Exam pattern kya hai?
3 stage(s): Preliminary, Main (Written), Personality Test.
Apply karne ki last date kab hai?
Please check the official notification for application dates. Visit the conducting body's website for the latest updates.