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Civil Services Exam (IAS, IPS, IFS)

Conducted by Union Public Service Commission

The Union Public Service Commission recruits for the All India Services and Central Civil Services through the Civil Services Examination, and also conducts several other central recruitment exams.

Main exams

  • Civil Services Examination (CSE)IAS, IPS, IFS and other central services
  • Indian Forest Service (IFoS)Indian Forest Service
  • Engineering Services (ESE)Engineering posts in central departments
  • CAPF (Assistant Commandants)Central Armed Police Forces
  • Combined Medical Services (CMS)Medical officers in central services

Selection stages

  1. 1 Preliminary exam (objective)
  2. 2 Main exam (written)
  3. 3 Personality test (interview)

Eligibility in brief

CSE requires a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Age limits and number of attempts depend on category.

Dates, vacancies, fees, age limits and exact eligibility change every cycle — always read the latest official notification before applying.

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