UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025 Notification

UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025 Notification: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Civil Services Notification 2025. This year UPSC has released a total of 979 vacancies. Applications are open from 22nd January to 11th February 2025 for UPSC CSE 2025.

UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025 Overview 

UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is conducted annually by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). This year UPSC CSE 2025 notification has announced 979 vacancies for Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ posts such as IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and more. Aspirants must fulfill eligibility criteria such as a specific age limit and nationality requirements. The selection process evaluates candidates through a mix of objective and descriptive exams. With its challenging nature and high competition, the UPSC CSE requires thorough preparation and strategy to secure a place in the final merit list.

UPSC CSE Notification 2025 Vacancies 

The UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 has announced 979 vacancies, out of which 38 positions are reserved for candidates belonging to the Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) categories. Among these reserved seats, 12 vacancies are for individuals with blindness or low vision, 7 vacancies are for those who are deaf or hard of hearing, and 10 vacancies are allocated for individuals with locomotor disabilities. Additionally, 9 vacancies are reserved for individuals with multiple disabilities. These 979 vacancies announced for UPSC CSE 2025 include posts in Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ services such as: Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Revenue Service (IRS), Indian Railway Management Services (IRMS) and more.

Eligibility Criteria for CSE 2025

The eligibility criteria for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 encompass educational qualifications, age limits, nationality requirements, and the number of attempts. Candidates must meet all these criteria to qualify for the examination. Below are the detailed eligibility requirements:

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a graduate degree from a recognized university or possess an equivalent qualification.
  • Those in the final year of graduation are eligible to apply, provided they furnish proof of passing the examination at the time of the Mains.
• Age Limit: 
  • Minimum Age: 21 years (as of 1st August 2025).
  • Maximum Age: 32 years (as of 1st August 2025).
  • Age Relaxation
    • General – 32 years
    • OBC – 35 years
    • SC/ST – 37 years
    • PwBD (General) – 42 years
    • PwBD (OBC) – 45 years
    • PwBD (SC/ST) – 47 years
    • Ex-Servicemen (General) – 37 years
• Nationality: The candidate must be:
  • A citizen of India, or
  • A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
  • A Person of Indian Origin (PIO) who migrated from countries like Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Burma, or certain African countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.
• Number of Attempts: 
  • General Candidates: 6 attempts.
  • OBC Candidates: 9 attempts.
  • SC/ST Candidates: Unlimited attempts (up to the maximum age limit).
  • PwBD Candidates:
    • General/OBC: 9 attempts.
    • SC/ST: Unlimited attempts.

Application Fees for UPSC CSE 2025

To apply for the UPSC CSE 2025 exam candidates must pay the application fees. The following application fees are required as per their category:

Application Process for UPSC CSE 2025

Interested candidates can apply online via the official website. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

• Visit Official Website: Go to upsconline.gov.in.
• Register on OTR Platform: Complete the one-time registration (valid for lifetime use).
• Fill Application Form: Provide personal and educational details.
• Upload Documents: Submit scanned copies of ID proof, photographs, and other required certificates.
• Pay Application Fee: General/OBC/EWS: INR 100 and SC/ST/PwD/Female: Exempted.
• Select Exam Centre: Choose from over 80 test centers.
• Submit Application: Verify details before final submission.

Selection Process for UPSC CSE 2025

UPSC CSE 2025 follows a three-stage selection process designed to assess candidates’ intellectual capabilities, general knowledge, and personal qualities. These stages include Prelims, Mains, and Interview. Below is a detailed breakdown of the three stages of the selection process:

• Preliminary Examination (Prelims): The Prelims exam serves as a screening test to filter candidates for the Mains examination. It consists of two objective-type papers: General Studies (GS) Paper I and Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) Paper II. Both papers carry 200 marks each. The Prelims exam is held in a single day, and candidates must qualify in both papers separately to move to the Mains stage. The CSAT paper is of qualifying nature (33% marks required), but Paper I is used to determine the candidates’ rank.
• Main Examination (Mains): The Mains examination is the most comprehensive stage of the UPSC CSE. The Mains consists of 9 papers, out of which 7 are counted for the final merit ranking. The papers include General Studies, Essays, Language papers, and Optional subject papers. Candidates must choose one optional subject from a list of disciplines and appear for two papers in that subject. The total marks for Mains is 1750. The Mains examination is followed by a Personality Test (Interview) for shortlisted candidates.
• Personality Test (Interview): The final stage is the Personality Test, which assesses candidates’ overall suitability for a career in civil services. It is a personal interview conducted by a board of UPSC members. The interview evaluates qualities like communication skills, leadership potential, mental alertness, and judgment under pressure. The Personality Test carries 275 marks and is the deciding factor in the final merit list, along with the marks obtained in the Mains. The final selection for civil services posts is made after the combined evaluation of marks from both the Mains and Interview stages.

UPSC CSE Prelims Exam Pattern 2025 

UPSC Prelims 2025 is scheduled to be held on 25th May 2025. This is the first stage of the UPSC Civil Services Examination and consists of two objective-type papers:

• Paper I: General Studies (GS)
• Paper II: Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT)

Note: Candidates must clear Paper I by securing marks above the cutoff to move forward to the Mains exam, whereas Paper II is only qualifying.

UPSC CSE Mains Exam Pattern 2025

UPSC Mains 2025 exam is scheduled to begin on 22nd August 2025 and consists of 9 papers with a total of 1750 marks. The Mains exam is descriptive in nature and assesses candidates’ in-depth knowledge, analytical skills, and writing abilities. The 9 papers in Mains are as follows:

Changes in UPSC CSE 2025 Notification

UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 comes with several important changes that candidates need to be aware of in order to successfully navigate the application and selection process. These changes aim to streamline the examination process, ensure better transparency, and offer more flexibility to candidates. Below are the key updates in the UPSC CSE 2025 Notification:

• New Application Structure: One of the most notable changes in the UPSC CSE 2025 notification is the restructuring of the application process. Previously, candidates were required to submit information and documents in two stages: DAF-I (after Prelims) and DAF-II (after Mains). In 2025, these stages have been streamlined and partially merged into the Prelims Application Form. 
• Relaxation of Educational Qualification: In 2025, final-year students can now appear for the Mains exam without submitting proof of their graduation at the Mains stage. Candidates will only need to provide the proof of qualification after clearing the Mains exam.
• Mandatory Uploading of Documents: A crucial update in the application process is that candidates are now required to upload documents such as:
  • Date of Birth proof
  • Category certificate
  • Educational qualification certificate
• These documents must be submitted along with the Prelims application. This change aims to increase transparency in the application process.
• Additional Fee for Mains: Candidates who qualify the Prelims will now be required to pay an additional fee of ₹200 when submitting their Mains application.
• Increased Number of Services: The total number of services under the UPSC CSE has been increased from 21 to 23. This includes a restructuring of the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS). Candidates are encouraged to research these services thoroughly before finalizing their preferences.

FAQs: UPSC CSE 2025

1. What is the new application structure for UPSC CSE 2025?
   • The UPSC CSE 2025 application has been restructured, merging information from DAF-I and DAF-II into the Prelims application form, which now includes four parts.
2. Can final-year students apply for UPSC CSE 2025?
   • Yes, final-year students can now appear for the Mains exam without submitting proof of graduation at the Mains stage. Proof will be required after qualifying the Mains exam.
3. Is there an additional fee for UPSC CSE 2025 Mains application?
   • Yes, candidates who qualify Prelims will need to pay an additional fee of ₹200 when submitting their Mains application.
4. When do candidates need to submit cadre preferences in UPSC CSE 2025?
   • Candidates must submit their cadre preferences within 10 days of the Prelims result, unlike previous years when it was done after the Mains result.

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