About UPSC

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India’s premier central recruiting agency for government services, conducting prestigious exams like the Civil Services Examination, Indian Forest Service, and other high-level exams for various services.

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university for the Civil Services Examination.
• Age Limit: The minimum age is 21 years, and the maximum varies depending on the category.

Age Criteria

Educational Criteria

All candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Final-year students can also apply, provided they can produce proof of passing the degree at the time of the main examination.

Exam Schedule

The UPSC Civil Services Exam is conducted annually in three stages: Preliminary Exam (Objective), Main Exam (Written), and Interview. The entire process generally takes one year from the release of the notification to the final result.

Forest Service Examination

The Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination is conducted separately but alongside the Civil Services Preliminary Exam. It has its own set of eligibility criteria and is one of the most prestigious government services aimed at managing the country’s natural resources.