UPSC Civil Services Examination 2027

UPSC CSE 2027 registration has not opened yet. Form: 13 January 2027 to 2 February 2027. Exam date: 20 – 24 August 2027 (5 days).

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Important Dates

Application Opens13 January 2027
Application Closes2 February 2027
Admit CardFirst week of August 2027
Exam Date20 – 24 August 2027 (5 days)
ResultExpected Jun 2027

Who Can Apply

  • A Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
  • Age 21 to 32 years for General category
  • Age relaxations apply for OBC/SC/ST
  • Must be a citizen of India for IAS/IPS

Documents You Need

  • ☐Graduation Degree/Marksheet
  • ☐Valid Govt Photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Passport)
  • ☐Passport size photograph
  • ☐Scanned signature
  • ☐Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • ☐Medical Certificate (for PwD)

Exam Fee

CategoryFee
General/EWS₹100
OBC-NCL₹100
SC/ST/PwD₹0
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many attempts are there in UPSC CSE?+

General category gets 6 attempts, OBC 9, and SC/ST unlimited up to the age limit.

What is the selection process?+

It involves Prelims, Mains, and an Interview (Personality Test).

Is negative marking there in Prelims?+

Yes, 1/3rd of the marks assigned to a question are deducted for wrong answers.

About UPSC Civil Services Examination 2027

UPSC CSE is India's premier central recruiting exam for services like IAS, IPS, and IFS. It is considered one of the toughest exams globally. Hundreds of thousands apply for less than a thousand prestigious posts.

UPSC CSE 2027 Important Dates

Notification: 13 January 2027 Application start: 13 January 2027 Application end: 2 February 2027 Prelims admit card: ~4 weeks before exam Prelims (CBT): 23 May 2027 (Sunday) Prelims result: June 2027 Mains admit card: First week of August 2027 Mains: 20 – 24 August 2027 (5 days) Mains result: December 2027 / January 2028 Personality Test (Interview): Early 2028 Final Result: April / May 2028

How to Apply for UPSC Civil Services Examination 2027

Step 1: Register on the UPSC OTR (One Time Registration) portal. Step 2: Fill Part I of the application form. Step 3: Pay the application fee. Step 4: Select exam center. Step 5: Upload photo, signature, and ID proof. Step 6: Submit and print Part II.