Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services recruitment 2025 - Apply Online
Last Updated:
April 10, 2025
Update Status:
| Official Post Name | Civil Services Examination, 2025 |
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| Advertisement/Notification No. | No. 05/2025-CSP |
| Recruiting Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Total Vacancies | Approximately 979 (including 38 reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) |
| Job Type | Government (Permanent positions across various civil services) |
Apply for Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services recruitment 2025 979 Vacancies
Important Dates |
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| Application Start Date | 22-Jan-25 |
| Application Last Date | 21-Feb-25 |
| Correction Window Dates | 22 Feb 2025 to 28 Feb 2025 |
| Exam Dates (Prelims) | 25-May-25 |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be notified |
| Answer Key Release Date | To be notified |
| Result Date | To be notified |
Application Fee Details |
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| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female | Exempted |
| Payment Methods | Online (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, UPI), Offline (SBI branches via cash) |
| Refund Policy | No refund under any circumstances |
Age |
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| Age as on | 1-Aug-25 |
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 32 years |
| Age Relaxations |
SC/ST: +5 years OBC: +3 years PwBD: +10 years Ex-Servicemen: Up to 5 years |
Vacancy Breakdown |
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| Service/Post | Total Vacancies | Reservation Details |
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | Included in 979 | SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD |
| Indian Police Service (IPS) | Included in 979 | As per government norms |
| Other Group A/B Services | 979 total | 38 vacancies for PwBD (12 blindness, 7 deafness, 10 locomotor, 9 multiple disabilities) |
Post Name |
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| Group A Services |
1. Indian Administrative Service (IAS) 2. Indian Foreign Service (IFS) 3. Indian Police Service (IPS) 4. Indian Audit & Accounts Service (IAAS) 5. Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS) 6. Indian Corporate Law Service (ICLS) 7. Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS) 8. Indian Defence Estates Service (IDES) 9. Indian Information Service (IIS) 10. Indian Postal Service (IPoS) 11. Indian P&T Accounts & Finance Service (IP&TAFS) 12. Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS) - Traffic, Personnel, Accounts 13. Indian Revenue Service (IRS) - Customs & IT 14. Indian Trade Service (ITS) |
| Group B Services |
15. Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service (AFHQ) 16. DANICS (Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu Civil Service) 17. DANIPS (Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu Police Service) 18. Pondicherry Civil Service (PONDICS) 19. Pondicherry Police Service (PONDIPS) |
Educational Qualification |
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| Degree | Graduate from a recognized university |
| Final Year Candidates | Allowed to apply (must submit proof later) |
| Professional Degrees | MBBS/BDS candidates must complete internship by interview stage |
Salary & Benefits |
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| Pay Scale | Varies by service (e.g., IAS: ₹56,100 – ₹2,50,000) |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, Travel, Medical, Pension |
| Job Security | Permanent government position |
| Additional Benefits | Housing, official vehicle, insurance, paid leaves |
Selection Process |
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| Stage | Details |
| Preliminary Exam | Objective type (2 papers, 400 marks) |
| Mains Exam | Written (9 papers) + Interview (275 marks) |
| Final Merit | Mains + Interview marks |
| Negative Marking | 0.33 marks per wrong answer (Prelims) |
How to Apply |
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| Steps |
1. Register on One Time Registration (OTR) at UPSC Portal by clicking on Apply now link below 2. Fill the online application form for CSE 2025 3. Upload documents: Photo (10 days old), Signature, ID proof 4. Pay fee (if applicable) 5. Submit and save the application ID |
| Tips |
Double-check eligibility and OTR details Avoid last-minute submission |
Please read the full notification before Applying for Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services recruitment 2025
Important Links |
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| Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
Syllabus |
Download Syllabus |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
| Contact Helpline | 011-23385271 / 011-23381125 |
| Official Site | UPSC |
Exam Syllabus & Preparation |
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| Syllabus |
Prelims: General Studies (Paper I) and CSAT (Paper II) Mains: Essay, GS I-IV, Optional Subjects, Language Papers |
| Preparation Tips |
Focus on NCERT books for basics Solve previous years’ papers (available on UPSC website) |
Additional Tips for Candidates |
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| Tips |
Ensure Aadhaar, educational certificates, and photos are ready Track updates via UPSC’s official website and social media Practice time management for Prelims (negative marking) |
- Disclaimer: Details are based on the UPSC CSE 2025 notification. Verify updates on UPSC’s official website.
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