The
Union Public Service Commission, Civil Services Examination (UPSC CSE) is a
highly coveted and competitive examination that selects candidates for many
different posts in the Indian Civil Services. UPSC CSE is conducted in three
stages – Prelims, Mains, and Personality Test/Interview. The exam is known for
its rigorous evaluation process and is considered one of the toughest
examinations in India. It attracts thousands of candidates every year who
aspire to become administrators, police officers, foreign service officers, and
other high-ranking officials in the Indian bureaucracy.
Latest Updates from UPSC CSE
- UPSC
CSE Prelims exam is to be conducted on 26th May 2024 is now postponed to
16th June 2024.
- UPSC
CSE Correction window opens from 7th March 2024 for Prelims Exam.
- Interview
scheduled from 19th February 2024 to 15th March 2024
- For
more details regarding the Interview process, Candidates can check the
official website Union
Public Service Commission, Civil Services Examination2023_Interview_Phase1
- UPSC
Mains Results declared on 8th December 2023 where the exam was conducted
on 18th-29th September 2023
UPSC
CSE 2024 will be an opportunity for aspiring candidates to showcase their
knowledge and skills in various fields such as history, politics, geography,
economics, science, and technology. The preliminary exam will be conducted on
16th June 2024 and it is an objective type test comprising two papers – General
Studies Paper-I and General Studies Paper-II (CSAT). Candidates qualifying for
the prelims would be eligible for the mains exam. The Mains exam will consist
of nine papers, including an essay paper, two language papers, four General
Studies papers, and two optional papers chosen by the candidate. The final
stage of the examination will be the personality test/interview, which will be
conducted for candidates who have qualified for the Mains examination.
The
calendar for UPSC CSE 2024 has been released, and candidates aspiring to appear
in the exam should commence their preparation without delay.
UPSC CSE Highlights
Below
are the essential highlights of the UPSC CSE 2024 Recruitment examination:
|
Exam Name |
UPSC
Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2024 |
|
Conducting
Authority |
Union
Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|
Exam
Stages |
Preliminary
Exam, Main Exam, Personality Test/Interview |
|
Preliminary
Exam Date |
16th June
2024 |
|
Main Exam
Date |
To be
notified |
|
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s
degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
|
Age Limit |
21 to 32
years (counting from 1st August 2023) |
|
Nationality |
Indian
citizen or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan or a Tibetan refugee who came to India
before 1st January 1962 |
|
Number of
Vacancies |
1105 |
|
Application
Process |
Online
through the UPSC website |
|
Exam
Pattern |
Prelims:
Objective type |
|
Selection
Process |
Based on
the combined scores of the Prelims, Main Exam, and Personality Test/Interview |
|
Exam
Syllabus |
Includes
subjects such as history, polity, geography, economics, science, and
technology |
|
Admit
Card |
To be
released on the UPSC website before the exam |
|
Result |
To be
announced on the UPSC website after the exam |
|
Official
Website |
UPSC CSE 2024 Important Dates
The
examination dates for UPSC CSE 2024 have been provided below as announced:
|
Events of
UPSC CSE Exam 2024 |
UPSC CSE
Exam Dates |
|
UPSC CSE
Notification 2024 Release Date |
14th
February 2024 |
|
Application
Start Date 2024 |
14th
February 2024 |
|
Last date
to apply for UPSC Exam 2024 |
6th March
2024 |
|
UPSC
Prelims Admit Card Release Date 2024 |
To be
notified |
|
UPSC
Prelims Exam Date 2024 |
16th June
2024 |
|
UPSC CSE
Prelims Result 2024 |
To be
notified |
|
UPSC
Mains Exam Date 2024 |
To be
notified |
|
UPSC CSE
Mains Result 2024 |
To be
notified |
|
UPSC CSE
Interview Dates 2024 |
To be
notified |
|
UPSC CSE
Result 2024 (Final list of selected candidates) |
To be
notified |
UPSC CSE Latest Notification 2024
UPSC CSE Eligibility Criteria
Candidates
appearing for the UPSC CSE exam must go through the eligibility criteria before
moving on to the registration process. a candidate’s eligibility will be
measured on 4 grounds i.e., educational qualifications, age limit, nationality,
and the number of attempts. The candidate must pass through all these criteria
in order to appear for the UPSC CSE examination.
Education Qualification
The
UPSC exam does not require applicants to possess an extensive educational
qualification certificate. Candidates must have a graduation-level degree from
a government-recognized or UGC-approved university, irrespective of the branch
of study. Applicants who are in their last year of graduation can also apply
for UPSC CSE, as long as they receive their graduation results before the final
exam.
Age Limit
The
age limit for the UPSC 2024 exam must be calculated as of August 1, 2023, and
it is imperative for candidates to meet the age criteria specified in the
notification.
|
Category |
Minimum
Age for UPSC 2024 |
Maximum
Age |
|
For
General Candidate |
21 year |
32 year |
|
For OBC
candidates |
21 year |
35 year |
|
For SC/ST |
21 year |
37 year |
Age Relaxation
Age
relaxation for various categories is provided by UPSC, and it is essential for
candidates to review the age relaxation details for the exam.
|
Category |
Age
Relaxation |
|
SC/ST |
5 years |
|
OBC |
3 years |
|
Defense
Services Personnel |
3 years |
|
Ex-servicemen
including Commissioned Officers and ECOs/SSCOs |
5 years |
|
Hearing
problem, deaf, ex-servicemen, low vision, blindness, muscle deformity |
10 years |
Nationality
The
candidate must meet one of the following criteria:
1.
The
candidate must be a citizen of India.
2. The candidate must be a subject of Nepal, Bhutan,
Bangladesh refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention
to settle permanently.
3.
A person of
Indian origin who has migrated from Burma, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and East
African countries such as Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, Malawi, Ethiopia, Zaire, or
Vietnam with the intention to settle permanently in India.
Number of Attempts
1.
The General
Category is provided with 6 attempts in total.
2. The EWS and OBC categories are provided with 9
attempts in total.
3.
The SC/ST
category has unlimited attempts till they reach 37 years of age.
UPSC CSE 2024 Vacancies
The
Union Public Service Commission has announced 1105 UPSC Civil Services
vacancies for 2024 for the posts of IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, etc. The number has
increased from the previously notified 816 vacancies. 37 vacancies will
be reserved for the Persons with Disabilities category, the breakdown being:
Deaf and Hard of Hearing – 05 vacancies, Locomotor Disability – 15 Vacancies,
Multiple Disabilities – 10 vacancies, Blindness and Low Vision – 07.
UPSC CSE 2024 Registration Process
In
order to complete the application process, candidates must visit the official
website of UPSC and carefully read the instructions provided. The following
steps should be followed to successfully fill out the UPSC application form:
Step 1- Filling the Application Form
1.
Visit
the official website of UPSC
2. Click on the link ‘UPSC Civil Services Examination
2024 ‘under the active examination section.
3.
Go to the
“Apply Online” page to apply online.
4. Start filling in the respective details accurately.
5. There will be six modules, keep saving each module
after filling in the details.
6. If you have entered incorrect information somewhere
in the form, you can make changes after the final submission.
Step 2- Payment of Application Fee
1.
Candidates
can make the payment for the UPSC CSE examination through both online and
offline channels.
2. For online payment, candidates may use Credit/debit
cards and net banking. For offline payment download an e-challan and submit the
fee in cash at SBI bank branches.
3.
The
Application Form fee for the General and OBC category is Rs. 100/- while the
SC/ST/PWD/Females are exempted from paying any application fees.
4. Download the payment slip and save it for future
use.
Step 3 – Uploading documents
1.
Upload
scanned copies of all the documents asked in the portal.
2. The following list of documents needs to be
uploaded by the candidate during the registration process:
- Scanned
photograph and signature within the digital dimensions prescribed by UPSC.
- Scanned
copies of Valid photo ID
- Personal
and Academic documents
- Fee
payment details
- Other
documents (If applicable)
Step 4 – Selecting the Centre and Signing the
Declaration
1.
After
verifying all the necessary documents, select the “Examination Center/City”
from the drop-down list for the Prelims.
2. Read the declaration before submitting the
Application Form for UPSC CSE 2024.
3.
Click on
the “I have read the declaration and agree” button and submit the UPSC CSE 2024
Application Form.
UPSC CSE Application Fees
The
application fee for UPSC CSE can be paid through both online and offline
channels. Candidates can pay the fees by Credit Card/Debit Card or Net Banking
portals or download the e-challan and pay the fee in cash at the nearest SBI
Branch within a day. Given below is the fee structure for online applications.
|
Category |
Application
Fee |
|
General
Category and Other Backward Category |
Rs. 100/- |
|
Scheduled
Caste/Scheduled Tribe/Persons with Disabilities and Females |
Exempted
from fees |
UPSC CSE Admit Card 2024
The
UPSC exam admit card will be made available for download on the official UPSC
portal. On the official website, candidates who have successfully applied for
the UPSC CSE exam can download the admit cards using their login credentials.
The following steps should be followed to download the UPSC admit card:
- Step
1: Visit the official UPSC website (upsc.gov.in).
- Step
2: Look for the “Admit Card” under important announcements.
- Step
3: Enter your registration ID and password.
- Step
4: Save and download your UPSC admit card.
Details mentioned on the Admit Card
After
downloading the admit card, the candidates must make sure that all the details
are correctly mentioned in the admit card. If not, candidates must get them
rectified by the latest. The Admit Card will contain:
1.
Attested
Photograph of the Candidate
2. Date and Timing of the Examination
3.
Venue of
the Test Centre
4. Name of the Candidate
5. Candidate’s Roll Number
6. Date of Birth of the Candidate
7.
Father’s
Name
8. General Instruction for the Examination
UPSC CSE Exam Pattern
Please
find below the exam pattern for UPSC CSE. Additionally, you can refer to the
Indian Administrative Services Exam Pattern.
Prelims Exam Pattern
- Both
Paper 1 and 2 have a system of negative marking, where an incorrect answer
leads to a deduction of one-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to the
corresponding question.
- GS
Paper II (CSAT) is considered qualifying, and candidates must obtain a
minimum score of 33% to pass it.
The
detailed exam pattern is outlined below:
|
Paper |
No. of
Questions |
Total
Marks |
Duration |
|
General
Studies Paper I |
100 |
200 |
2 hours |
|
General
Studies Paper II (CSAT) |
80 |
200 |
2 hours
|
Mains Exam Pattern
- Candidates
taking the CSE main examination are required to take qualifying papers in
Indian Language and English.
- The
minimum score required on each paper is 25%.
- Essay,
General Studies, and optional papers are included in the merit-based
papers.
- The
duration for each paper is 3 hours.
- Candidates
from Sikkim, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh
are exempted from taking the Indian Language paper.
The
written exam is comprised of the following papers:
|
Paper |
Subjects |
Marks |
|
Paper A |
One
Indian language to be selected by the candidate. |
300 marks |
|
Paper B |
English |
300 marks |
|
Paper – 1 |
Essay |
250 marks |
|
Paper – 2 |
General
Studies – 1 |
250 marks |
|
Paper – 3 |
General
Studies – 2 |
250 marks |
|
Paper – 4 |
General
Studies – 3 |
250 marks |
|
Paper – 5 |
General
Studies – 4 |
250 marks |
|
Paper – 6 |
Optional
Subject – paper 1 |
250 marks |
|
Paper – 7 |
Optional
subject – paper 2 |
250 marks |
Interview Pattern 2024
The
Personality test is comprised of the following papers:
|
Exam |
Marks |
|
Personality
test |
275 marks |
UPSC CSE Syllabus 2024
The
Preliminary examination for the Civil Services comprises of two papers commonly
referred to as the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT). These papers are
categorized as general studies and cover a range of topics.
UPSC CSE Prelims Syllabus
The
UPSC CSE Prelims syllabus is as follows:
|
Paper 1 |
● General Science |
|
Paper 2 |
● Comprehension |
UPSC CSE Mains Syllabus
The
UPSC CSE 2024 Mains syllabus is as follows:
|
Paper |
Subjects |
|
Paper A |
One
Indian language to be selected by the candidate. |
|
Paper B |
English |
|
Paper – 1 |
Essay |
|
Paper – 2 |
General
Studies – 1 (Indian Heritage and Culture, History, and geography of the
world.) |
|
Paper – 3 |
General
Studies – 2 (Governance, International Relations, Constitution, etc.) |
|
Paper – 4 |
General
Studies – 3 (Environment, Technology, Disaster Management, etc.) |
|
Paper – 5 |
General
Studies – 4 (Aptitude, Integrity, and Ethics.) |
|
Paper – 6 |
Optional
Subject – paper 1 |
|
Paper – 7 |
Optional
subject – paper 2 |
|
English |
Indian
Language |
|
|
● Comprehension of Given
Passages |
|
Optional
subjects |
·
Agriculture |
UPSC CSE 2024 Answer Key
After
conducting the UPSC Exam 2024, the UPSC will publish the answer key and
candidates’ scores on its website. The minimum scores required to qualify for
the exam will also be announced after the final results are declared. To access
the UPSC Answer Key 2024, candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit
the official website of the UPSC.
- Click
on the “Answer Key” option and look for the UPSC CSE 2024 exam.
- Download
and save the UPSC Answer Key 2024 for future reference after it appears on
your screen.
UPSC CSE 2024 Cut-off
The
cut-off marks for the year 2024 have not yet been made available. However, the
cut-off marks for the year 2021 are provided below:
|
Exam |
General |
EWS |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
PwBD-1 |
PwBD-2 |
PwBD-3 |
PwBD-4 |
|
Prelims |
87.54 |
80.14 |
84.85 |
75.41 |
70.71 |
68.02 |
67.33 |
43.09 |
45.80 |
|
Mains |
745 |
713 |
707 |
700 |
700 |
668 |
712 |
388 |
560 |
|
Final |
953 |
916 |
910 |
886 |
883 |
892 |
932 |
689 |
701 |
UPSC CSE Result 2024
Upon
the conclusion of the UPSC Exam 2024, the UPSC will publish the exam results,
including candidates’ scores and the minimum scores required to pass the exam
in different categories, on its website.
How to download the UPSC CSE 2024 results?
To
check the UPSC Result 2024, follow the steps below:
- Visit
the official website of UPSC
- The UPSC CSE result link will be
highlighted on the page.
- Click on it. A pdf file of the result
will appear on the screen containing all the roll numbers and names of
candidates.
- Find your name in the list by using Ctrl
+ F for either your roll number or name.
- Download the file for future use.
UPSC CSE Personality Test 2024
How
to check the UPSC CSE Personality Test Schedule
- Step
1: Visit upsc.gov.in, the UPSC’s official website.
- Step
2: Look for and select the PT schedule link that appears on the homepage.
- Step
3: A PDF file with all the information about the personality test will
open.
- Step
4: Review and save the schedule for the interview.
- Step
5: Print and save the page for later use.
UPSC CSE 2024 Salary
In
2024, the UPSC offers a starting basic salary of 55,000 (excluding DA, TA, HRA,
etc.) that can go up to 2,50,000. Additionally, the candidates are entitled to
various allowances and benefits, listed as follows.
- Dearness
Allowance
- Travel
Allowance
- House
Rent Allowance
- Official
residence
- Security
- Official
vehicle
- Medical
treatment
- Leaves
- Educational
facilities
- Post-retirement
benefits
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Preparation Tips for UPSC CSE 2024
If
you are planning to take the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) in 2024,
then be aware that it is one of the most highly competitive exams in India.
Achieving success in this exam demands a methodical approach and unwavering
commitment. To assist you in preparing for the UPSC CSE 2024, here are a few
tips:
- Understand
the syllabus: Before you start preparing, make sure you have a good
understanding of the UPSC CSE syllabus. The syllabus is vast and covers a
wide range of topics, so it’s essential to know what to focus on.
- Make a
study plan: Once you understand the syllabus, make a study plan. Break
down the syllabus into smaller, manageable sections and allocate time for
each. Ensure that you allocate enough time for revision and practice.
- Read
newspapers and current affairs: Read newspapers and magazines regularly to
stay up-to-date with current events. Focus on issues that are relevant to
the UPSC CSE syllabus.
- Refer
to NCERT books: NCERT books are a great source of information and are
recommended by UPSC. Read the NCERT books for relevant subjects thoroughly
to build your foundational knowledge.
- Choose
the right study material: To perform well in the exam, it is crucial to
select study materials that comprehensively cover the syllabus and are
easy to comprehend. A clear comprehension of concepts is imperative for
achieving high scores.
- Practice
writing: Writing practice is crucial for UPSC CSE. Write answers to
previous years’ question papers, and get them evaluated by an experienced
mentor. Your answer-writing skills will improve as you identify your
strengths and weaknesses.
- Test
yourself: Take mock tests regularly to assess your preparation level. This
will also help you manage time better during the actual exam.
Stay
motivated: Preparing for UPSC CSE can be overwhelming, so it’s important to
stay motivated. Surround yourself with positive people, take breaks when
needed, and remember why you started preparing for the exam in the first place
FAQs
What is UPSC CSE 2024?
The
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in India administers the Civil Services
Examination (CSE), a highly competitive national-level test that will be held
in 2024. The exam is designed to select qualified candidates for a range of
civil services, including but not limited to the Indian Police Service (IPS),
Indian Administrative Service (IAS), and Indian Foreign Service (IFS).
When will UPSC CSE 2024 be conducted?
The
Prelims exam for the UPSC CSE 2024 examination will be conducted on 16th June
2024.
Is there any eligibility criteria for UPSC CSE
2024?
The
eligibility criteria for the position are as follows:
The applicant should hold Indian citizenship.
The applicant should possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
The applicant’s age should fall between 21 to 32 years as of August 1, 2023.
However, the government provides age relaxation for specific categories as per
their norms.
How can I apply for UPSC CSE 2024?
The
application process for UPSC CSE 2024 is conducted online on the official
website of UPSC. Candidates will have to register themselves on the website and
fill in the application form with all the necessary details. The application
fee can be paid online.
What is the UPSC CSE exam pattern?
The
UPSC CSE 2024 exam consists of three stages:
Preliminary examination (objective type questions)
Main examination (written exam)
Personality Test (interview)
What is the syllabus for UPSC CSE 2024?
The
syllabus for UPSC CSE 2024 includes topics like Indian Polity and Governance,
Indian Economy, Indian History and Culture, Geography of India, Environment and
Ecology, General Science, etc.
How does the UPSC CSE 2024 selection process work?
The
selection process for UPSC CSE includes three stages – Preliminary examination,
Main examination, and Personality Test. In order to qualify for the main
examination, candidates must pass the preliminary examination. Candidates who
qualify in the main examination will be called for the Personality Test
(interview). The final selection will be based on the candidate’s performance
in all the three stages.
How can I prepare for UPSC CSE 2024?
To
prepare for UPSC CSE 2024, candidates should follow a structured study plan,
refer to standard textbooks and study materials, solve previous years’ question
papers and mock tests, current affairs, and practice answer writing. Coaching
institutes can also be helpful, but they are not mandatory.