Know More About UPSC IAS Exam
The Union Public Service Commission conducts the prestigious Civil Services Examination annually to recruit candidates for Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and other central government services. This comprehensive examination attracts lakhs of aspirants nationwide who dream of serving the nation in administrative roles.
Three-Stage Selection Process: The examination follows a rigorous selection methodology with Preliminary examination (objective type), Main examination (descriptive), and Personality Test (Interview). Each stage acts as a filter, with only successful candidates advancing to subsequent rounds.
Exam Pattern: Prelims consists of General Studies Paper I and CSAT Paper II, while Mains comprises nine papers including essay, general studies, optional subjects, and language papers. The final merit list considers Mains and Interview marks combined.
Popular UPSC Services
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS) - District administration and policy implementation
- Indian Police Service (IPS) - Law enforcement and public safety
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS) - Diplomatic missions and international relations
- Central Services - Various ministries and departments like Income Tax, Customs, Railways
Key Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree from recognized university (final year students eligible)
- Age Limit: 21-32 years (General), with relaxations for reserved categories
- Attempts: 6 for General, 9 for OBC, unlimited for SC/ST within age limits
Important Exam Stages
The annual cycle includes notification in January, Prelims in May, Mains in August-September, and Interviews the following year. Cut-off marks vary annually based on difficulty level and total vacancies.
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