Number of Attempts in UPSC
Overview
The number of times a candidate can attempt the UPSC Civil Services Examination is restricted. An attempt is counted only if you actually appear in at least one paper of the Preliminary Examination.
What's Included
- General Category: 6 attempts.
- OBC Category: 9 attempts.
- SC/ST Category: Unlimited attempts (up to the age limit).
- PwBD (General/OBC): 9 attempts.
- Applying for the exam but not appearing for the Prelims does not count as an attempt.
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