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Quick Info — Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Full Name:Union Public Service Commission
Short Name:UPSC
Established:1 October 1926
Headquarters:Dholpur House, New Delhi
Type:Constitutional Body (Article 315-323)
Official URL:https://www.upsc.gov.in

About UPSC

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India's premier central recruiting agency, established on 1st October 1926 under the provisions of the Government of India Act, 1919. It was originally known as the Public Service Commission and was later renamed UPSC when the Indian Constitution came into effect on 26th January 1950. UPSC derives its authority from Articles 315 to 323 of the Indian Constitution, making it a constitutional body independent of government control.

UPSC is responsible for conducting examinations for appointments to the All India Services (IAS, IPS, IFoS) and Central Services (Group A and Group B). It also advises the Government of India on matters related to recruitment, promotions, disciplinary cases, and other service-related issues. The Commission plays a vital role in ensuring merit-based selection for the highest echelons of Indian bureaucracy.

Every year, UPSC conducts over 14 major examinations including the Civil Services Examination, Engineering Services Examination, Combined Defence Services Examination, and National Defence Academy Examination. The Civil Services Examination alone attracts over 10 lakh applicants annually, making it one of the most competitive examinations in the world.

Exams Conducted by UPSC

Exam Name Posts / Vacancies
Civil Services (IAS/IPS/IFS/IRS) ~1,000/year
Engineering Services (ESE/IES) ~500/year
Combined Defence Services (CDS) ~400/cycle
NDA & Naval Academy (NDA/NA) ~400/cycle
Combined Medical Services (CMS) ~800/year
CAPF Assistant Commandant ~250/year

Exam Pattern

Stage Type
Prelims Objective (MCQ)
Mains Descriptive
Interview Personality Test

UPSC Civil Services follows a three-stage selection process. Prelims is a screening test with two papers — General Studies and CSAT (qualifying). Only candidates clearing the Prelims cut-off appear for the Mains examination, which consists of 9 descriptive papers. The final stage is a Personality Test (Interview) conducted by a board at UPSC headquarters in New Delhi.

Total Marks: 2025 (Mains + Interview)

Eligibility Criteria

Min Age: 21 years
Max Age: 32 years
Age Relaxation: OBC: +3 years, SC/ST: +5 years, PwBD: +10 years
Education: Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university (final year students eligible)
Attempts: General: 6, OBC: 9, SC/ST: Unlimited (until age limit)
Nationality: Indian Citizen (for IAS/IPS). Other nationalities for certain services.

Salary & Pay Scale

Post Basic Pay
IAS Officer (Junior) ₹56,100 ₹80,000 - ₹1,00,000
IPS Officer (Junior) ₹56,100 ₹75,000 - ₹95,000
IFS Officer (Junior) ₹56,100 ₹75,000 - ₹90,000
IRS Officer (Junior) ₹56,100 ₹70,000 - ₹85,000

Exam Calendar

Notification Released: February
Application Deadline: March
Prelims Examination: May - June
Prelims Result: July
Mains Examination: September
Mains Result: December
Interview/Personality Test: January - April
Final Result: April - May

Recruitment Statistics

13.2 Lakh+
Applications Received (2024)
5.7 Lakh+
Candidates Appeared in Prelims
1,056
Total Vacancies (2024)
~1 in 540
Selection Ratio
26-28 years
Average Age of Selection

How to Download UPSC Answer Key using Answer Key Downloader

  1. Visit the official UPSC recruitment website at https://www.upsc.gov.in.
  2. Directly navigate to the "Answer Key" or "Latest Results" section.
  3. Select your specific exam year and paper set (if applicable).
  4. Download the official PDF and verify your responses instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does UPSC release official answer keys?
UPSC typically releases official answer keys for Prelims within 7-10 days after the examination on its official website upsc.gov.in. For Mains, since papers are descriptive, answer keys are not released. Candidates can raise objections against Prelims answer keys within the stipulated window.
How many attempts are allowed for UPSC Civil Services?
General category candidates get 6 attempts, OBC candidates get 9 attempts, and SC/ST candidates have unlimited attempts until they reach the upper age limit. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in General category get 9 attempts.
What is the minimum qualification required for UPSC CSE?
A candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree from any recognized university. Final year students are also eligible to appear for the Prelims. There is no minimum percentage requirement for applying to UPSC CSE.
Can I appear for UPSC after completing graduation from any stream?
Yes, UPSC does not restrict candidates based on their graduation stream. Students from any discipline — Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Medical, Law, etc. — are eligible to appear for the Civil Services Examination.
What is the salary of an IAS officer?
An IAS officer starts at Pay Level 10 with a basic pay of ₹56,100 per month. With Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits, the in-hand salary ranges from ₹80,000 to ₹1,00,000 per month at the junior level. Senior IAS officers (Secretary level) can earn ₹2,50,000+ per month.
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