The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced its Civil Services Examination (CSE) for 2025, offering 979 vacancies across various prestigious services. This article provides a comprehensive guide to the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, important dates, and more.
UPSC Recruitment 2025📋
- Total Vacancies: 979 positions
- Application Start Date: January 22, 2025
- Application End Date: February 11, 2025, until 6:00 PM
- Preliminary Exam Date: May 25, 2025
- Main Exam Date: August 22, 2025
- Selection Process: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Interview
- Official Website: upsc.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria ✅
Nationality 🌍
- For IAS, IPS, and IFS: Must be a citizen of India.
- For Other Services: Citizens of Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan refugees (who came to India before January 1, 1962), or individuals of Indian origin from specified countries are also eligible.
Age Limit 🎂
- General Category: 21 to 32 years as of August 1, 2025.
- OBC: 21 to 35 years.
- SC/ST: 21 to 37 years.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Up to 42 years.
Educational Qualification 🎓
- A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Candidates awaiting final results can apply but must present proof of graduation before the interview.
Application Process 🖥️
- Registration:
- Visit the official UPSC website: upsconline.gov.in.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process.
- Application Form:
- Log in using your credentials.
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Document Upload:
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and necessary certificates.
- Fee Payment:
- General/OBC candidates: ₹100.
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates: Exempted.
- Payment can be made online via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.
- Submission:
- Review all entered information.
- Submit the application before February 11, 2025, 6:00 PM.
- Take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Selection Process 🏆
The selection process comprises three stages:
- Preliminary Examination:
- Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions).
- Papers:
- General Studies (Paper I): 200 marks.
- Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) (Paper II): 200 marks (qualifying with 33%).
- Main Examination:
- Type: Descriptive (Written).
- Papers:
- Essay: 250 marks.
- General Studies I-IV: 1000 marks.
- Optional Subject Papers I & II: 500 marks.
- Qualifying Papers: Indian Language and English (300 marks each).
- Interview (Personality Test):
- 275 marks.
- Assesses personality traits, communication skills, and suitability for a career in civil services.
Important Dates 🗓️
- Notification Release: January 22, 2025.
- Application Start Date: January 22, 2025.
- Application End Date: February 11, 2025, 6:00 PM.
- Preliminary Exam: May 25, 2025.
- Main Exam: August 22, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ❓
Q1: Can final-year students apply for the UPSC CSE 2025?
Yes, final-year students can apply, but they must provide proof of graduation before the interview stage.
Q2: How many attempts are allowed for the UPSC CSE?
- General Category: 6 attempts.
- OBC: 9 attempts.
- SC/ST: Unlimited attempts until the age limit is reached.
Q3: Is there negative marking in the Preliminary Examination?
Yes, there is a negative marking of one-third of the marks assigned to a question for incorrect answers in the Preliminary Examination.
For detailed information and updates, visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.