The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts various competitive exams annually to recruit officers for India’s prestigious civil services, defence services, engineering services, and medical services. The UPSC Exams 2025 calendar includes key recruitments like the Civil Services Examination (CSE), Combined Defence Services (CDS), National Defence Academy (NDA), Engineering Services (ESE), and Combined Medical Services (CMS). Candidates aspiring for government jobs through UPSC must understand the detailed eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and selection process for each exam.


UPSC Exams 2025 Overview

ComponentDetails
Exam NameUPSC Exams 2025
VacancyApprox. 2,000+ combined across all exams
Post NameIAS, IPS, IFS, CDS Officers, ESE Officers, CMS, NDA
OrganizationUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
EducationGraduation in respective fields (varies per exam)
Age Limit16.5 to 32 years (varies by exam and category)
Salary₹56,100 – ₹2,25,000/month (based on post & level)

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Exam / Post NamevacanciesLast Date
UPSC Civil Services notification 2024 prelims exam date schedule on 16th june 202416th june 2024details
UPSC CDS 2 2024 notification out 459 jobs 04-06-2024details
UPSC NDA NA 2 Notification 2024 out 404 04-06-2024details

Important Dates: UPSC Exams 2025

Exam NameNotification DateApplication DatesExam Date
Civil Services (Prelims)Feb 2025Feb – March 2025May/June 2025
Combined Defence Services (CDS)Dec 2024 & May 2025Dec 2024 – Jan 2025, May 2025Feb & Sept 2025
National Defence Academy (NDA)Dec 2024 & May 2025Jan & June 2025April & Sept 2025
Engineering Services (ESE)Sept 2024Sept – Oct 2024Jan 2025
Combined Medical Services (CMS)April 2025April – May 2025July 2025
Indian Forest Service (IFS)Feb 2025Feb – March 2025Prelims: May, Mains: Nov

UPSC Posts, Vacancy, and Eligibility Details

Post NameVacancy (Approx.)Eligibility Criteria (Education + Age + Salary)
IAS, IPS, IFS (CSE)900+Graduate in any stream; 21–32 yrs; ₹56,100–₹2,50,000/month
CDS Officers340+Graduate/Engineering; 19–25 yrs; ₹56,100/month + military allowances
NDA Cadets400+12th Pass (PCM for Navy/AF); 16.5–19.5 yrs; ₹56,100/month (training)
ESE (Engineering)200+BE/BTech in relevant discipline; 21–30 yrs; ₹56,100–₹1,77,500/month
CMS (Medical Services)300+MBBS Degree; Max 32 yrs; ₹56,100–₹1,77,500/month
IFS (Forest Services)150+Bachelor’s in science/engineering; 21–32 yrs; ₹56,100–₹2,00,000/month

UPSC Exams 2025: Education, Age Limit & Salary

Education Qualification:

  • Civil Services & Forest Services: Graduate degree from a recognized university.

  • CDS & NDA: 12th pass for NDA; Graduation or equivalent for CDS.

  • Engineering Services (ESE): B.E./B.Tech in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics.

  • CMS: MBBS degree from an MCI-recognized institute.

Age Limit:

  • NDA: 16.5–19.5 years.

  • CDS: 19–25 years.

  • CSE, IFS, ESE, CMS: 21–32 years (with relaxation for reserved categories).

Salary Structure:

  • Basic pay starts from ₹56,100/month.

  • Senior positions (like Secretary/Director-level) offer up to ₹2.5 lakh/month.

  • Additional allowances include DA, HRA, TA, Military/Medical allowances (as applicable).


UPSC Exam Pattern and Syllabus

Civil Services Exam:

  • Prelims: Objective – GS Paper I & CSAT.

  • Mains: 9 Descriptive Papers.

  • Interview: Personality Test.

CDS/NDA:

  • Written Exam + SSB Interview + Medical Exam

  • Subjects: Mathematics, English, General Knowledge.

ESE:

  • Prelims + Mains (technical papers) + Interview

  • Covers core engineering subjects + general studies.

CMS:

  • Computer-Based Test + Interview

  • Includes General Medicine, Pediatrics, Surgery, etc.

IFS:

  • Prelims with CSE, then separate IFS Mains.

  • Focus on forestry, environment, and general science.


Online Application Process: How to Apply

  1. Visit the UPSC Official Website.

  2. Navigate to “Examinations” > Active Examinations.

  3. Click on the respective exam notification.

  4. Register on the One-Time Registration (OTR) portal.

  5. Fill out the application form with accurate details.

  6. Upload scanned documents and pay the application fee.

  7. Submit and download the confirmation page.


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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many times can I attempt UPSC exams?
General category: 6 attempts for CSE (till 32 years). OBC: 9 attempts. SC/ST: Unlimited till age limit.

Q2. What is the best UPSC exam for engineers?
Engineering graduates can apply for both the Engineering Services Exam (ESE) and Civil Services Exam (CSE).

Q3. Can I apply for multiple UPSC exams in the same year?
Yes, if the exam dates do not clash, candidates can apply for multiple UPSC exams in one calendar year.

Q4. What is the application fee for UPSC exams?
Usually ₹100 for most exams; women, SC/ST, and PwBD candidates are exempt.

Q5. Is coaching necessary for UPSC exams?
Not mandatory. Many candidates clear exams through self-study using NCERTs, standard books, and mock test series.

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