One of the most prestigious examinations conducted by UPSC is the Civil Services Examination (CSE). It is often referred to as the UPSC exam and serves as a gateway to the prestigious Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and other central services. The CSE is conducted in three stages: the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination, and the Personality Test (Interview). Each stage has a different format and serves a specific purpose in the selection process.
Apart from conducting examinations, UPSC is also responsible for advising the government on matters relating to the recruitment, promotion, and disciplinary cases of civil servants. It plays a vital role in ensuring the efficiency, integrity, and effectiveness of the administrative machinery of the country.
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UPSC Civil Services IAS Pre / Forest Service IFS Recruitment 2025 Apply Online for 1129 Post
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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services and Forest Service Examination 2025. Those candidates who are interested in this UPSC IAS / IFS Pre recruitment can Apply Online from 22/01/2025 to 21/02/2025. Read the notification for recruitment eligibility, post information, selection procedure, age limit, pay scale and all other information.
How to Fill IAS / IFS Pre Online Form 2025
- To apply for Civil Services and Forest Services Recruitment 2025 in UPSC, it will be mandatory for the candidate to do One Time Registration OTR.
- Union Public Service Commission UPSC Civil Services / Forest Service IAS / IFS Prelim Exam Latest Jobs Recruitment 2025. Candidate Can Apply Between 22/01/2025 to 21/02/2025.
- Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in UPSC 2025.
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document – Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Exam Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All Column Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Notification 2025: Age Limit as on 01/08/2025
- Minimum Age : 21 Years
- Maximum Age : 32 Years
- Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSC Civil Services and Forest Exam Exam 2025 Recruitment Rules
| Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
UPSC Civil Services / Forest Service IAS / IFS Recruitment 2025 UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025: Short Details of Notification |
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| Important Dates
· Application Begin : 22/01/2025 · Last Date for Apply Online : 21/02/2025 · Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 21/02/2025 · Correction / Edit Form : 22-28 February 2025 · UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Exam Date : 25/05/2025 · Admit Card Available : Before Exam |
Application Fee
· General / OBC / EWS : 100/- · SC / ST / PH : 0/- (Exempted) · All Category Female : 0/- (Nil) · Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card, Credit, Card, Net Banking or E Challan Fee Mode Only |
| UPSC Civil Services / Forest Service Recruitment 2025 : Vacancy Details Total : 1129 Post | ||
| Post Name | Total Post | UPSC Civil Services Exam Eligibility |
| Indian Administrative Service IAS (Civil Services) | 979 |
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| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 150 |
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| Indian Administrative Service. | Indian Foreign Service | Indian Police Service. |
| Indian P & T Accounts & Finance Service, Gr A | Indian Audit and
Accounts Service, Group A |
Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group A |
| Indian Revenue Service (I.T.), Group A | Indian Postal
Service, Group A |
Indian Civil Accounts Service, Group A |
| Indian Railway Traffic Service, Group A | Pondicherry Civil
Service, Group B |
Pondicherry Police Service, Group B |
| Indian Trade Service, Group A (Gr. III). | Indian Corporate
Law Service, Group A |
Indian Information Service (Junior Grade), Gr A |
| Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group A | Indian Revenue
Service (I.T.), Group A |
Indian Railway Accounts Service, Group A |
| Indian Railway Personnel Service, Group A | Indian Defence
Estates Service Group A |
Assistant Security Commissioner in Railway Protection Force, Gr A |
| Indian Ordnance Factories Service, Group A | Indian Revenue
Service (Customs and Central Excise) |
Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service, Group B |
| Some Useful Important Links | |
| Apply Online Through OTR | Click Here |
| Download Date Extended Notice | Click Here |
| Download Important Notice Dt 12/02/2025 | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Civil Services |
| For OTR Registration | Click Here |
| Official Website | UPSC Official Website |
Interested Candidates Can Read the Full UPSC IAS / IFS 2025 Exam Notification Before Apply Online.
To crack the UPSC examinations, candidates must have a clear understanding of the exam syllabus and pattern. The syllabus provides a roadmap for preparation, while the exam pattern helps candidates familiarize themselves with the structure and format of the examinations. Let’s explore the syllabus and pattern for the Civil Services Examination (CSE), which is considered one of the toughest examinations conducted by UPSC.
1. Preliminary Examination (UPSC Prelims): The Preliminary Examination consists of two papers: General Studies Paper I and General Studies Paper II (CSAT). The General Studies Paper I covers a wide range of subjects, including history, geography, economy, polity, science and technology, environment, and current affairs. The General Studies Paper II assesses the candidate’s comprehension, interpersonal skills, logical reasoning, and decision-making abilities.
2. Main Examination: The Main Examination consists of nine papers, out of which seven are considered for ranking purposes. These papers are designed to test the candidate’s knowledge, analytical abilities, and writing skills. The papers cover subjects such as essay writing, Indian languages, English language, general studies papers, and optional subjects.
3. Personality Test (Interview): The final stage of the UPSC examination process is the Personality Test, also known as the Interview. It is conducted to assess the candidate’s personality traits, communication skills, leadership qualities, and overall suitability for a career in the civil services.
It is important for candidates to thoroughly study the syllabus for each paper and understand the specific requirements of the examinations. They should also analyze the previous year’s question papers and identify the areas that require more focus and preparation.
