UPSC Civil Services IAS / IFS Recruitment 2025 – Pre Exam Result Out
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 for recruitment to prestigious posts such as IAS, IPS, IFS and other Group A & B services. Interested candidates could apply online through the official UPSC portal. The Preliminary Examination was conducted on 25 May 2025.
Candidates can check important dates, eligibility criteria, application process and other details below.
UPSC Civil Services 2025 – Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 |
| Posts | IAS, IPS, IFS and Other Central Services |
| Total Vacancies | 1129 (Approx.) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
UPSC Civil Services Exam is one of the most prestigious competitive examinations in India, conducted annually to recruit officers for the Indian Administrative Service, Indian Police Service and several other central services.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 20 January 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 22 January 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 February 2025 |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 21 February 2025 |
| Form Correction Window | 22 – 28 February 2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card | 13 May 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 25 May 2025 |
| Prelims Result | 11 June 2025 |
| Mains Admit Card | 14 August 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | 22 August 2025 |
| IFS Mains Exam Date | 23 November 2025 |
| IFS Mains Admit Card | 07 November 2025 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | ₹0 |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0 |
Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or SBI Challan.
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2025)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 32 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 Years |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | As per rules |
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Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized university in India or an equivalent qualification. Final year students can also apply.
Number of Attempts
| Category | Attempts Allowed |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 6 |
| OBC | 9 |
| SC / ST | Unlimited (within age limit) |
UPSC Civil Services Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages:
1️⃣ Preliminary Examination (Objective)
2️⃣ Main Examination (Written)
3️⃣ Interview / Personality Test
Candidates must qualify each stage to move to the next stage.
UPSC Civil Services Exam Pattern
Preliminary Exam
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 200 |
| Paper II | CSAT | 200 |
Both papers are objective type.
Mains Examination
The mains exam includes 9 descriptive papers, including:
- Essay
- General Studies I, II, III, IV
- Optional Subject Papers (2)
- Qualifying Language Papers
Services Offered Through UPSC CSE
Selected candidates may be appointed to services such as:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS)
- Indian Audit & Accounts Service
- Indian Railway Personnel Service
- Indian Trade Service
How to Apply for UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025
Candidates had to apply online through the UPSC application portal.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC website
- Click on Apply Online for Civil Services Examination 2025
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill the application form
- Upload photo and signature
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and print the application form
Required Documents
Applicants needed the following documents while filling the form:
- Photograph and signature
- Graduation details
- Identity proof (Aadhaar / ID card)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
UPSC Civil Services Salary
Selected candidates receive Level 10 Pay Matrix salary.
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| IAS / IPS | ₹56,100 – ₹2,50,000 per month |
Additional allowances include:
- House Rent Allowance
- Travel Allowance
- Medical benefits
- Pension benefits
Important Links
- Apply Online – UPSC Portal
- Download Notification – UPSC Website
- Check Result – Available Online
How To Check & Download UPSC Civil Services IAS Final Result 2026
Candidates who appeared in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 can check and download their Final Result 2026 by following the steps below.
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) – https://upsc.gov.in
- On the homepage, go to the “What’s New” or “Examination” section.
- Click on the link “UPSC Civil Services Final Result 2026”.
- A PDF file containing the list of qualified candidates will open.
- Press Ctrl + F and search your Roll Number or Name.
- If your roll number appears in the list, you have qualified for the final selection.
- Download and save the result PDF for future reference.
Details Mentioned in UPSC CSE Final Result
The result PDF generally contains the following information:
- Roll Number of Selected Candidates
- Name of Selected Candidates
- Rank / Merit Position
- Service Allocation (later stage)

Important Note
Candidates who qualify in the Final Result will be appointed to services such as:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS)
- Other Central Group A & B Services
The final selection is based on Mains Examination Marks + Interview / Personality Test Marks.




