The UPSC CSE Prelims 2025: The Union Public Service Commission has released UPSC Civil Service Prelims Exam 2025 Notification to fill 979 UPSC Vacancy 2025. Interested candidates can apply from 22 January 2025 to 11 February 2025. The UPSC 2025 Prelims Exam Date is 25 May 2025 as per the official UPSC 2025 Notification.
UPSC CSE Prelims Exam 2025 Overview
| Exam Name | UPSC CSE Exam 2025 |
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Total Vacancy | 979 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Release Date | 22 January 2025 |
| Registration Process Starts | 22 January 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 11 February 2025 |
| UPSC Prelims Exam Date 2025 | 25 May 2025 |
| Exam Frequency | Annually |
| Exam mode | Offline |
| Official website | www.upsc.gov.in |
| Join Groups | Telegram | WhatsApp |
About UPSC Civil Service Exam 2025
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Examination (CSE) annually to recruit officers for prestigious services like the IAS, IPS, IFS, and other Group A and Group B central services.
The UPSC Exam consists of 3 stages- The Prelims, Mains and Interview. The UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 is the first stage of the UPSC CSE. The UPSC Prelims 2025 application date starts on 22 January 2025. The CSE prelims exam consists of 2 papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2.
The CSE Prelims is conducted for a total of 400 marks, Paper 1- 200 marks, Paper 2- 200 marks; the prelims questions will be based on multiple-choice and objective type, and it is mandatory for the candidate to appear in both the Papers of Civil Services Prelim Examination for evaluation. Therefore, candidates must clear the prelims exam to appear in the UPSC CSE mains exam.
UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025 Notification
UPSC CSE 2025 Notification: The Union Public Service Commission has release the UPSC Prelims 2025 Notification on its website on 22 January 2025 . It will provide detailed information about the exam, including the syllabus, exam pattern, and eligibility criteria. The eligible candidates can apply for UPSC Civil Service Exam till 11 February 2025.
UPSC CSE Vacancy 2025
The number of vacancies to be filled through the UPSC Civil Service Examination 2025 is expected to be approximately 979.
| 1. Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 13. Indian Railway Management Service (Personnel), Group ‘A’ |
| 2. Indian Foreign Service | 14. Indian Railway Management Service (Accounts), Group ‘A’ |
| 3. Indian Police Service (IPS) | 15. Indian Railway Protection Force Service, Group ‘A’ |
| 4. Indian Audit and Accounts Service, Group ‘A’ | 16. ) Indian Revenue Service (Customs & Indirect Taxes) Group ‘A’ |
| 5. Indian Civil Accounts Service, Group ‘A’ | 17. Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax) Group ‘A |
| 6. Indian Corporate Law Service, Group ‘A’ | 18. Indian Trade Service, Group ‘A’ (Grade III) |
| 7. Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group ‘A’ | 19. Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service, Group ‘B’ (Section Officer’s Grade) |
| 8. Indian Defence Estates Service, Group ‘A’ | 20. Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli Civil Service (DANICS), Group ‘B’ |
| 9. Indian Information Service, Group ‘A’ | 21. Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli Police Service (DANIPS), Group ‘B’ |
| 10. Indian Postal Service, Group ‘A’ | 22. Pondicherry Civil Service (PONDICS), Group ‘B’ |
| 11. Indian Post & Telecommunication Accounts and Finance Service, Group ‘A’ | 23. Pondicherry Police Service (PONDIPS), Group ‘B’ |
| 12. Indian Railway Management Service (Traffic), Group ‘A |
Eligibility Criteria for UPSC CSE 2025 Exam
The eligibility criteria for UPSC CSE 2025 are as follows:-
Nationality
- For IAS and IPS: The candidate must be a citizen of India
- For other services: The candidate must be:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
- A Tibetan refuge who came to India before 1 January 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Educational Qualification
- The candidate must hold a graduate degree from a recognized university or possess an equivalent qualification.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 32 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years (upto 37 years)
- OBC: 3 years (upto 35 years)
- PwD: 10 years for General, 13 years for OBC, and 15 years for SC/ST
- Ex-servicemen: 5 years (specific conditions apply)
UPSC CSE 2025 Exam Date
The UPSC Exam Date 2025 has been announced for both the prelims and mains. The UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 will be held on 25 May 2025, and the Mains will be held on 22 August 2025; the third stage of the Civil Service Exam, the interview date will be announced after the mains exam results.
How to Apply for UPSC Prelims Exam 2025?
Septs to fill UPSC Online Form 2025:-
- Visit the UPSC official website- https://upsc.gov.in/
- New users need to complete the OTR Process at https://upsconline.gov.in/upsc/OTRP/index.php
- The registered users can directly fill CSE application form 2025.
- Fill out the Application Form by providing personal details, educational qualifications, and preferred exam centers.
- Upload necessary documents including a recent photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee via online banking, debit/credit card, or by visiting a designated bank branch.
- After submission, download a copy of your application for future reference.
Important Dates of UPSC CSE Prelims 2025
| Events | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 22nd January 2025 |
| UPSC Form Date 2025 | 22nd January 2025 |
| Last Date to Fill Form | 11th February 2025 |
| UPSC Prelims 2025 Exam | 25th May 2025 |
UPSC CSE Exam Pattern 2025
The exam pattern of the UPSC Civil Service Examination is provided below
| Paper | Time | Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies Paper 1 | Two hours | 200 | 1/3rd for every wrong answer |
| (CSAT)General Studies Paper 2 | Two hours | 200 | 1/3rd for every wrong answer |
UPSC CSE Prelims Syllabus 2025
The UPSC Civil Service Prelims 2025 syllabus will be updated soon. In the meantime, you can refer to the 2024 Civil Service syllabus for guidance.
Paper 1
- Current events of national and international importance.
- History of India and Indian National Movement.
- Indian and World Geography-Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World.
- Indian Polity and Governance-Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
- Economic and Social Development-Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.
- General issues on Environmental ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change – that do not require subject specialization.
- General Science
Paper 2
- Comprehension
- Interpersonal skills including communication skills
- Logical reasoning and analytical ability
- Decision making and problem solving
- General mental ability
- Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc.) (Class X level), Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency etc. — Class X level)
CSE Prelims 2025 Syllabus PDF- Click Here
Important Links
| UPSC CSE Application Form 2025 | Click Here |
| UPSC CSE Prelims Notification 2025 | Click Here |
| UPSC Exam Calendar 2025 PDF | Download Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
| BodoPedia | Click Here |
| Join Groups | Telegram | Whatsapp |
FAQs
1. What is date of the UPSC Prelims Exam 2025?
The UPSC CSE Prelims exam is to be held on 25 May 2025. Registration will begin on 22 January and run until 11 February.
2. Where can I find the UPSC syllabus 2025?
The UPSC will upload the syllabus of the CSE prelims on the official website of the UPSC at upsc.gov.in.
3. Who is eligible for UPSC CSE 2025 Exam?
Aspirants must fall in the age group of 21 to 32 years and possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline to be eligible for the UPSC Civil Service Examination 2025.
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