Overview

Civil Service Examination

Civil service, which is the backbone of Indian governance constitutes all ministries and their departments. The Civil service and Forest service exams are conducted by the UPSC. The prestige, power, charm and responsibility that come along with the top jobs such as the IAS, IFS, IPS, etc., are a definite reason for anyone to choose Civil service and Forest service a career option.

Eligibility

* Must not have attained 32 years(35|37 years) on 1st August of year of examination.

* Must have attained the age of 21 on 1st August of year of examination.

* Any Degree (Recognized by UGC/AICTE)

Education

Age Criteria

General

Minimum Age 21

Maximum Age 32

No of attempts 6

SC/ST

Minimum Age 21

Maximum Age 37

No of attempts No Limit

OBC

Minimum Age 21

Maximum Age 35

No of attempts 9

Exam Schedules

Notification February / March

Preliminary Examination May / June

Preliminary Exam Results July / August

Mains Examinations September / October

Mains Exam Results February 1st week / 2nd week

Interview March - April

Final Results May