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UPSC Civil Services Examination
Mode
offline
Total Marks
2025
Duration
Multiple stages
The most prestigious examination in India for recruitment to IAS, IPS, IFS and 24 other civil services. Three-stage selection: Prelims, Mains, Personality Test.
Min Age
21+
Max Age
32
Attempts
6
Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in any subject from a recognized university
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims Paper I (GS) | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
| Prelims Paper II (CSAT) | 80 | 200 | 2 hours |
| Mains (9 papers) | — | 1750 | Multiple days |
| Personality Test (Interview) | — | 275 |
Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for wrong answer in Prelims
Languages: English, Hindi, Other scheduled languages for Mains
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