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The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of India’s most prestigious and competitive exams. It serves as the entry point for top-tier administrative services such as the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and other Group A & B Central Services. The exam is a multi-stage process that evaluates a candidate's academic knowledge, ethical values, leadership ability, and decision-making skills. Understanding the structure of the exam is the first step to mastering it.
The Preliminary exam is only a screening stage; its scores are not considered in the final merit. However, clearing Prelims is essential to qualify for the Mains.
This stage evaluates a candidate’s intellectual depth and written expression. It consists of 9 descriptive papers:
Vedanta IAS Academy offers expert guidance, study material, and test series for all GS papers and top optional subjects.
The Personality Test is the final round carrying 275 marks. It is conducted at the UPSC headquarters in New Delhi and aims to assess the candidate’s personality traits such as communication skills, presence of mind, moral integrity, and administrative aptitude.
This stage is not just a question-answer session, but a holistic personality evaluation. Your final selection depends on both the Mains and Interview scores.
Total Marks = 2025 (Mains: 1750 + Interview: 275). Based on the total score, UPSC prepares an All India Rank (AIR) list. Services are allocated depending on your preferences and rank.
Clearing UPSC is a marathon, not a sprint—and Vedanta IAS Academy ensures you're equipped for the long run with comprehensive training, mentorship, and regular performance assessments.