UPSC Examination Calendar & Notification Schedule
Key dates, statutory deadlines, application windows, and examination schedules for the UPSC Civil Services Examination cycle.
Civil Services Annual Timeline
Official CSE Notification & Online Application
UPSC releases the formal CSE notification on upsc.gov.in. One-Time Registration (OTR) and online application forms open on upsconline.nic.in for 21 days.
Last Date for Application & Fee Payment
Online application window closes. Application correction window opens for 7 days post-deadline.
Admit Card Release (e-Admit Card)
UPSC issues digital admit cards with designated venue details across centres including Coimbatore, Chennai, and Madurai.
Preliminary Examination (GS-1 & CSAT)
Two shifts on the same Sunday: GS Paper I (9:30 AM to 11:30 AM) and GS Paper II CSAT (2:30 PM to 4:30 PM).
Prelims Result & DAF-I Window
List of roll numbers clearing the Prelims cutoff is published. Qualified candidates submit Detailed Application Form (DAF-I) in July.
Main Examination (Written)
Conducted over 5 days across two consecutive weekends. 9 subjective papers covering Essay, GS I–IV, Indian Language, English, and Optionals.
Mains Written Result & DAF-II
List of candidates qualifying for the Personality Test published. Submission of DAF-II (service preferences, cadre preferences, achievements).
Personality Test (Interview Phase)
Oral interview rounds conducted at Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi before the UPSC board.
Final Merit List & All India Ranks
Final combined score (Mains written 1750 + Interview 275 = 2025 marks) published with service allotments (IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, etc.).
Key Guidelines for UPSC Application & Registration
One-Time Registration (OTR)
Aspirants must complete their One-Time Registration on the official UPSC portal (upsconline.nic.in) before filling the application form. Keep your matriculation certificate and photo ID ready.
Examination Centre Choice
UPSC allocates examination centres on a "first-apply-first-allot" basis. To secure Coimbatore or Chennai as your preferred Prelims centre, submit your application in the first week of notification.
Eligibility & Documentation
Ensure your category certificates (OBC-NCL, EWS, SC/ST, PwBD) are issued within the valid financial year as specified in the official notification guidelines.