UPSC CSE 2025 Update: Everything You Need to Know About the Application Process
Today, UPSC will release notification for UPSC CSE (Prelims) 2025.
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UPSC 2025: All the Information You Require
The 2025 Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) test, which is frequently regarded as one of the most difficult competitive exams in India, will continue to develop. Some of the most prominent positions in the Indian civil services, such as those in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS),Indian Revenue Service (IRS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) are accessible through this exam.
UPSC CSE 2025 Update
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is set to release the notification for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 today, January 22, 2025. Alongside the notification, the application process for the CSE Preliminary Examination will begin. Candidates can access the official notification and the registration link on the UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
Key Dates
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UPSC Notification 2025 Release 22nd January 2025 Application Process Start 22nd January 2025 Last Date to Fill Form 11th February 2025 UPSC Prelims 2025 25th May 2025 UPSC Mains 2025 22nd August 2025
How to Apply for UPSC CSE 2025
- Visit the UPSC official website: upsc.gov.in.
- Click on the UPSC Civil Services Prelims Exam 2025 registration link on the homepage.
- Complete the online registration process.
- Log in to your account using the credentials provided during registration.
- Fill out the application form and pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
- Print a hard copy of the form for future reference.
vacancies
A total of 1056 vacancies have been announced by UPSC. Vacancies for PwBD : Out of these vacancies, 40 vacancies reserved for Persons for Benchmark Disability Category.
These UPSC 2025 vacancy seats are distributed among different categories like General, Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) as part of the UPSC Reservation 2025.
The specific distribution of these jobs per category has not yet been made public. However, the approximate distribution was as follows, based on the allocation from the prior year:
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|
| General (UR) | 421 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 207 |
| Total | 1,056 |
Please be aware that these numbers may change for 2025 as they are based on the distribution for 2024. The UPSC notification, which will be released on January 22, 2025, will provide the official category-by-category vacancy details for 2025.
Exam Format: There are three phases to the UPSC exam:
Preliminary Examination: An objective-type test designed to assess the general awareness and aptitude of candidates.
Main Examination: A written test focusing on academic knowledge, essay writing, and an optional subject chosen by the candidate.
Personality Test/Interview: An oral assessment to evaluate the candidate’s personality, decision-making skills, and administrative abilities.
Eligibility Criteria:
Age Requirement: Applicants must be between the ages of 21 and 32, though certain categories are possibly qualified.
Educational Requirement: It is required to have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university.
Attempts: Candidates in the general category are permitted six tries, with exceptions for OBC, SC, and ST candidates.
Tips for UPSC Aspirants on Preparation
Understand the Syllabus: become familiar with the most recent syllabus and concentrate on the topics that will earn you the highest scores.
Current Affairs: Use newspapers, periodicals, and internet resources to stay current on both domestic and foreign events.
Time management: Set aside particular times for each subject and maintain a strict routine.
Mock Tests: To assess how ready you are and discover your weak points, take mock tests on a regular basis.
Standard Reference Books: Consult reliable texts like Spectrum for modern history, NCERTs for fundamental ideas, and Laxmikanth for politics.
Optional Subject Mastery: Select an elective that fits your academic background and interests.