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Previous year papers for this exam will be added soon.
Take AI-generated mock tests based on the actual UPSC CSE exam pattern.
🎯 Browse Mock Tests| Category | Cutoff | Total Marks | Post |
|---|---|---|---|
| GENERAL | 91.14 | 200 | IAS/IPS |
| OBC | 88.66 | 200 | IAS/IPS |
| SC | 74.84 | 200 | IAS/IPS |
| ST | 67.08 | 200 | IAS/IPS |
| Category | Cutoff | Total Marks | Post |
|---|---|---|---|
| GENERAL | 745.00 | 1750 | IAS/IPS |
| OBC | 720.00 | 1750 | IAS/IPS |
| SC | 695.00 | 1750 | IAS/IPS |
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Build a strong foundation in core subjects, practice previous year papers, and take mock tests regularly. Focus on accuracy over speed initially, then work on time management.
UPSC CSE is India's most prestigious competitive exam that recruits officers for IAS, IPS, IFS and 24 other Group A civil services. It's conducted in three stages: Prelims, Mains and Interview.
General category: 6 attempts (up to age 32). OBC: 9 attempts (up to 35). SC/ST: Unlimited attempts (up to 37). EWS: 9 attempts (up to 35).
Less than 0.2% — fewer than 1,100 candidates are selected from over 7 lakh applicants each year.
Yes, many working professionals clear UPSC. Key is quality study time (4–6 hours daily), strategic subject selection and consistent newspaper reading.
Popular choices: Sociology, Public Administration, History, Geography, Political Science, Anthropology, PSIR (PoliSci+IR). Best optional is the one you find most interesting and score-friendly.