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UPSC Notification 2025 Out for 979 vacancies

The UPSC Notification 2025 has been released on January 22, 2025, announcing 979 vacancies on the official website, upsc.gov.in. Interested candidates must submit their application forms by February 11, 2025.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Notification 2025 on January 22, 2025, announcing 979 vacancies on its official website, upsc.gov.in. The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of India’s most prestigious competitive exams, offering positions such as IAS, IPS, and IFS, among others. Below, we provide a detailed overview of the UPSC CSE Notification 2025, including application details, eligibility criteria, exam dates, and more.
 

UPSC Notification 2025 Overview

The UPSC Civil Services Examination is conducted in three stages:

  1. Preliminary Examination (Prelims)
  2. Main Examination (Mains)
  3. Interview/Personality Test

The application window opened on January 22, 2025, and will close on February 11, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Candidates must apply online before the deadline, as late submissions will not be accepted.


Key Highlights of UPSC CSE Notification 2025

Exam AuthorityUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post NamesIAS, IPS, IFS, and others
Total Vacancies979 (including 38 for Persons with Disabilities)
Application ModeOnline
Notification Release DateJanuary 22, 2025
Last Date to ApplyFebruary 11, 2025 (6:00 PM)
Selection ProcessPrelims → Mains → Interview
Official Websiteupsc.gov.in

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification ReleaseJanuary 22, 2025
Registration Start DateJanuary 22, 2025
Registration End DateFebruary 11, 2025 (6:00 PM)
Prelims Exam DateMay 25, 2025
Mains Exam DateAugust 22, 2025

UPSC CSE Vacancies 2025

The 979 vacancies include reservations for SC, ST, OBC, Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Of these:

  • 12 for blindness/low vision
  • 7 for deaf/hard of hearing
  • 10 for locomotor disabilities
  • 9 for multiple disabilities

UPSC Eligibility Criteria 2025

  1. Nationality:

    • For IAS, IPS, and IFS, candidates must be Indian citizens.
    • For other posts, citizens of Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan refugees, or persons of Indian origin may also apply under specific conditions.
  2. Age Limit (as of August 1, 2025):

    • General category: 21-32 years
    • OBC: 21-35 years
    • SC/ST: 21-37 years
    • PwBD: Up to 42 years
  3. Educational Qualification:

    • A graduate degree from a recognized university is required. Candidates awaiting results can apply but must provide proof of graduation before the Interview.

UPSC Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

  1. Prelims: Two objective papers (General Studies and CSAT).
  2. Mains: Nine descriptive papers, including four General Studies papers, two Optional Subject papers, and two language qualifying papers.
  3. Interview: Assessment of personality, communication skills, and aptitude.

UPSC Exam Pattern

Prelims:

PaperQuestionsMarksDurationNegative Marking
GS1002002 hours0.66 per question
CSAT802002 hours0.83 per question

Mains:

PaperSubjectMarksDuration
Paper AIndian Language (Qualifying)3003 hours
Paper BEnglish (Qualifying)3003 hours
Paper IEssay2503 hours
Papers II-VGeneral Studies (4 papers)10003 hours each
Papers VI-VIIOptional Subject (2 papers)5003 hours each

How to Apply Online?

  1. Visit the official UPSC website: upsconline.gov.in.
  2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process.
  3. Fill out the online application form, upload the necessary documents, and pay the application fee.
  4. Submit the application before February 11, 2025.

This comprehensive guide ensures candidates have all the necessary information to prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 effectively. For more details, download the official notification from the link below:

👉 Download UPSC Notification 2025 PDF