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UPSC Civil Services Examination

UPSC CSE· Conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

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Questions
180 · 400 marks
Negative marking
One-third (0.33) marks deducted for incorrect answers in Prelims.

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Exam pattern

Prelims: Two objective papers (GS & CSAT). Mains: 9 descriptive papers. Interview: Personality Test.

SubjectQuestionsMarks
Prelims Paper I (GS)100200
Prelims Paper II (CSAT)80200
Total180400

Syllabus

Prelims General Studies Paper I

  • History of India
  • Indian and World Geography
  • Indian Polity
  • Economic and Social Development
  • Environment
  • Current Affairs

Mains General Studies

  • GS I: History, Geography, Society
  • GS II: Governance, Polity, IR, Social Justice
  • GS III: Economy, Environment, S&T, Security
  • GS IV: Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude

Previous cutoffs

CategoryYearCutoff
General (Prelims)2025200 / 88

Frequently asked

Is the CSAT paper score counted for the Prelims cutoff?

No, CSAT is qualifying in nature. Only GS Paper I marks decide the Prelims cut-off.

Can I apply for IFS (Forest Service) through CSE?

Yes, the CSE Preliminary Exam also serves as the screening test for the Indian Forest Service.