The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Examination (CSE) annually to recruit candidates for prestigious services like IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and other Group A & B posts. It is one of the toughest and most competitive exams in India, attracting lakhs of aspirants each year.
Application Fee
- General / OBC (Male): ₹100/-
- Female / SC / ST / PwBD: Exempted (No fee)
- Mode of Payment: Online (Debit/Credit/Net Banking/UPI) or SBI Challan.
Age Limit (as per latest UPSC norms)
- General: 21 to 32 years
- OBC: 21 to 35 years (+3 years relaxation)
- SC/ST: 21 to 37 years (+5 years relaxation)
- PwBD: Up to 42 years (depending on category)
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen (for IAS & IPS).
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Number of Attempts:
- General: 6
- OBC: 9
- SC/ST: Unlimited (till age limit)
- PwBD: 9 (General/OBC), Unlimited (SC/ST)
Steps to Check UPSC CSE Result
- Visit the official UPSC website: https://www.upsc.gov.in
- Go to the Examination → Active Examinations section.
- Click on Civil Services Examination result link.
- Download the PDF containing roll numbers/names of qualified candidates.
- Use Ctrl+F to search your roll number/name in the list.
FAQs
Q1. How many stages are there in UPSC CSE?
👉 Three stages: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Personality Test (Interview).
Q2. Can final year students apply?
👉 Yes, candidates in the final year of graduation can apply, but must produce proof of passing before Mains.
Q3. Is there any limit on attempts?
👉 Yes, General: 6 attempts; OBC: 9; SC/ST: Unlimited (till age limit).
Q4. What is the exam pattern?
👉 Prelims (objective, qualifying), Mains (descriptive), Interview (personality assessment).
Q5. Is coaching mandatory to clear UPSC?
👉 No. With the right strategy, discipline, and resources, many aspirants clear without coaching.
