The UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission to recruit candidates for prestigious posts like Indian Administrative Service, Indian Police Service, and Indian Foreign Service along with several other central services.
Thousands of candidates apply every year to become officers in the Government of India through this highly competitive examination.
UPSC Civil Services 2024 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Civil Services Examination (CSE) |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Interview |
| Job Location | All India |
| Category | Government Job |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Apply Start Date | 14 February 2024 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 06 March 2024 |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 06 March 2024 |
| Correction Date | 07–13 March 2024 |
| Pre Exam Date (Old) | 26 May 2024 (Postponed) |
| New Pre Exam Date | 16 June 2024 |
| Admit Card Available (Pre) | 07 June 2024 |
| Pre Exam Result | 01 July 2024 |
| IAS Mains Exam Date | 20–29 September 2024 |
| Admit Card Available (Mains) | 13 September 2024 |
| Mains Exam Date (IFS) | 24 November 2024 |
| IFS Mains Admit Card Available | 14 November 2024 |
| Mains Result (IAS) | 09 December 2024 |
| IAS Mains Exam Result | 09 December 2024 |
| Interview Schedule (IAS) | 07–17 January 2025 |
| IFS Mains Exam Result | 13 December 2025 |
| IFS Interview Schedule Available | 26 March 2025 |
| IAS Final Result Declared Date | 22 April 2025 |
| IAS Marks | 25 April 2025 |
| IFS Final Result | 19 May 2025 |
| IFS Marks | 21 May 2025 |
| IAS Reserve List | 29 October 2025 |
| IAS Reserve List Marks | 05 February 2026 |
| IAS Reserve List (Updated) | 17 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: Approximately 1056 Posts
Posts include:
- Indian Administrative Service
- Indian Police Service
- Indian Foreign Service
- Indian Revenue Service
- Other Central Services
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university in India.
Final-year students are also eligible to apply.
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2024)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 32 Years |
Age Relaxation
- OBC: 3 Years
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Female | ₹0 |
Payment can be made via online mode.
Selection Process
The UPSC Civil Services Examination selection process includes three stages:
Preliminary Examination
- Objective type questions
- 2 papers (GS & CSAT)
Main Examination
- Descriptive written exam
- 9 papers
Interview / Personality Test
- Conducted by Union Public Service Commission
Final selection is based on Mains + Interview marks.
Exam Pattern
Prelims Exam
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 200 |
| Paper II | CSAT | 200 |
Both papers are objective type.
Required Documents
- Graduation Certificate
- Photo & Signature
- Identity Proof
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply
Visit the official website of Union Public Service Commission.
Click on Civil Services Examination 2024 Apply Online.
Complete the registration process.
Fill the online application form carefully.
Upload required documents.
Pay the application fee.
Submit the form and print the confirmation page.
Key Highlights
- One of the toughest competitive exams in India.
- Recruitment for top administrative services.
- Conducted annually by Union Public Service Commission
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Download IAS Reserve List | Click Here |
| Download IAS Reserve List Marks | Click Here |
| Download IAS Reserve List | Click Here |
| Download IFS Final Result | Click Here |
| Download IAS Final Marks | Click Here |
| Download CSE Final Result | Click Here |
| Download IFS Interview Schedule | Click Here |
| Download IFS Mains Result | Click Here |
| Download IAS Interview Schedule | Click Here |
| Download Mains Result (Name Wise) | Check Now |
| Download Mains Result (Roll No. Wise) | Check Now |
| Download Admit Card | Check Now |