UPSC has released the 2025 notification for the Civil Services Examination. This notification provides essential details for aspirants, including eligibility, exam centers, and application steps.

https://upsc.gov.in/
Ensure candidates access the authentic portal to fill out the form securely.

• Start Date: 22nd January 2025
• End Date: 11th February 2025

Applications must be submitted before the deadline; late submissions will not be accepted.

• Nationality: Indian citizens for IAS, IPS; relaxed for other services
• Age limit: Minimum 21 years; upper limit varies by category (General, OBC, SC/ST)
• Educational qualifications: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university required

New candidates need to sign up through the One-Time Registration (OTR) portal.

https://upsconline.nic.in/upsc/OTRP/index.php

• SC/ST/OBC candidates must have valid caste certificates
• EWS candidates need income certificates as per UPSC guidelines
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) should provide appropriate disability certificates

• Check and select preferred centers based on location convenience
• Early application is recommended, as center allocation is first-come, first-served

• General Studies and Essay papers may be written in English or Hindi
• Optional subject papers can be written in any language listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution

Complete your UPSC form accurately and within the deadline to embark on the Civil Services journey. Best of luck for the 2025 exams!