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UPSC Civil Services test series 2026

India`s most prestigious exam for IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS and 20+ All India Services and Central Services.

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) May 2026 (Prelims), September 2026 (Mains) 41 views
UPSC Civil Services test series 2026

About UPSC Civil Services test series 2026

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is India's most prestigious and toughest competitive exam, conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. It recruits officers for Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Revenue Service (IRS), and 20+ other Group A and Group B services.

Services Under UPSC CSE

  • All India Services: IAS, IPS, IFS (Indian Forest Service)
  • Group A Services: IFS (Foreign), IRS (IT & Customs), IRAS, IAAS, IIS, ITS, IDES, IRTS, RPF
  • Group B Services: DANICS, DANIPS, Pondicherry Civil/Police Service

Three-Stage Selection

  1. Prelims (Objective): 2 papers - GS Paper I (200 marks) + CSAT Paper II (200 marks, qualifying)
  2. Mains (Descriptive): 9 papers totaling 1750 marks - Essay, GS I-IV, Optional (2 papers), English & Indian Language (qualifying)
  3. Interview/Personality Test: 275 marks - conducted by UPSC board

Why UPSC CSE is the Ultimate Exam

  • IAS officers become District Magistrates, Divisional Commissioners, Chief Secretaries
  • IPS officers lead police forces as SP, DIG, IG, DGP
  • Power to make policy decisions affecting millions
  • Salary: Rs. 56,100 - Rs. 2,50,000 (Cabinet Secretary level)
  • Official residence, vehicle, staff, and protocol

Preparation Timeline

Most successful candidates prepare for 1-3 years. The exam tests comprehensive knowledge of India's history, geography, polity, economy, science, ethics, and current affairs. Optional subject choice is crucial for Mains success.

Quick Facts
Questions: 200
Marks: 400
Duration: 240 min
Negative: 0.33 marks for each wrong answer (Prelims only)
Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from recognized university (any stream)
Age: 21-32 years (General)
Salary: Rs. 56,100 - Rs. 2,50,000 (IAS: DM to Cabinet Secretary)
Fee: General: Rs.100, SC/ST/Female/PwD: Nil
Website: upsc.gov.in

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