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UPSC FAQs – Beginners’ Questions about the IAS Exam Answered

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the UPSC Civil Services Examination.

Clear IAS Team wishes to personally respond to the hundreds of queries we get via comments, emails, Facebook messages etc every day but due to time constraints, this can never be practical. Hence we prepared this post “UPSC FAQs” to answer the frequently asked questions by beginners.

This compilation – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on UPSC Civil Services Exam – is a comprehensive source to clarify the common queries of all freshers. Most of the repeated queries regarding all stages of the exam – Prelims, Mains and Interview – are clarified here. Please post additional queries in comments, so that we can address them later. Thank you, and all the best! Clear IAS!

UPSC FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about UPSC Civil Services Examination

What is the full form of UPSC?

UPSC stands for Union Public Service Commission.

What is UPSC?

UPSC is the Central Agency which recruits candidates into various services like Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS) etc.

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What are the civil services? How to get into civil services of India?

Civil Services are jobs like  IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS etc. directly related to public service and are widely considered prestigious in India. UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) conducts Civil Service Exams for Central Government job vacancies. Click to know more about Civil Services Exam.

What is IAS? How can I clear the IAS Exam and become an IAS officer?

IAS is the short form of Indian Administrative Service. Click to know more about IAS.

What is the salary of an IAS officer?

IAS salary structure consists of different Pay Scales: Junior Scale, Senior Scales, Super Time Scale, Above Super Time Scales etc. Each of the pay scales further consists of different pay bands. Click to know more about the salary of an IAS officer.

What is the educational qualification needed to appear in IAS exam?

Any degree (graduation).  It may be regular or distant. The candidate must hold a degree of any of Universities incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University Under Section-3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification. For details refer Educational Qualification Requirement for IAS Exam.

What are the age limit and the number of attempts permitted to write the UPSC Civil Services Exam?

Click to know about the eligibility criteria for IAS exam. Details about the number of attempts and age limits in UPSC Civil Services Exam is available in the link given.

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What is the latest syllabus for IAS exam?

Click to read the revised syllabus for IAS exam.

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I am just about to begin the UPSC Civil Services Exam preparation. How should a fresher begin IAS exam preparation?

If you are a beginner, then the best place to start should be the article ‘UPSC Exam Guidance for beginners: How to start IAS preparation?’.

What are the books to read for each subject in Prelims and Mains?

You can buy online the ‘Recommended list of IAS Books: Prelims+Mains‘ from the links given on this website.

Does clearias.com offer free study materials?

Yes, we offer free online study materials, mock tests, toppers interview etc. in addition to the numerous articles on guidance. Clear IAS™ was started with a vision of quality, but affordable online education, giving stress to self-study. Click to browse our free IAS study materials.

Will I get a discount on ClearIAS Prelims Test Series?

ClearIAS Prelims Test Series are provided at a discounted rate to make it affordable for aspirants.

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Can I clear the IAS exam without attending classroom coaching?

Yes. You can, particularly if you are good at self-study. We are not against classroom coaching. There are good institutes and teachers who help aspirants save a lot of time and effort. But not all coaching institutes provide quality service, so if you wish to join one, do that after proper research. It should also be noted that with the advent of technology, guidance and study materials can be bought online. Our website (www.clearias.com) and mobile app (Clear IAS) provides free guidance and study materials to lakhs of aspirants who can’t afford classroom coaching. You can also learn and compete with thousands of aspirants across India by attempting ClearIAS full length timed online mock test series with negative marking for UPSC Prelims. Read our article ‘Can I Clear IAS Exam Without Coaching Classes?‘ to get an overall idea.

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What are the useful websites for IAS exam preparation?

Check the list of ‘Useful Websites for IAS Preparation‘.

Can I get previous year UPSC question papers online?

Yes. Check the link UPSC Previous Year Question Papers.

What is the structure of UPSC Civil Service Prelims Exam?

Prelims exam is objective in nature. There will be two papers – 200 marks each. Paper 1 is related to General Studies and Paper 2 is related to Mental Ability and Aptitude. For selection to the main exam, only marks of Paper 1 will be counted, provided the candidate has 33 percent marks in Paper 2. (Pattern from 2015)

Will there be an individual cut-off for two papers in Civil Service Prelims?

The minimum cut off marks for Paper 2 is 33 per cent. The Commission may fix a minimum cut-off mark for Paper 1 too.

Will there be negative marks or different marks for Preliminary Questions?

There will be negative marking for incorrect answers for all questions except some of the questions where the negative marking will be inbuilt in the form of different marks being awarded to the most appropriate and not so appropriate answer for such questions.

Can you clarify some common doubts regarding UPSC Civil Services Prelims Application?

Most of the doubts aspirants raise while filing Prelims application is discussed here.

What is the structure of UPSC Civil Service Mains Exam? (Latest Pattern)

The Main Examination will consist of a written examination and an interview test. The written examination will consist of 9 papers of the conventional essay type. Two papers (out of 9) will be of qualifying in nature. Marks obtained for all the compulsory papers (Paper–I to Paper-VII) and Marks obtained in Interview for Personality Test will be counted for ranking. Read UPSC Civil Services Exam syllabus to know more.

Which optional subject should I choose for UPSC Mains?

UPSC has given a list of around 50 optional subjects to choose from. Read our article ‘How to select IAS Mains optional subject?‘ for more details.

Which stream/subject should I choose for graduation to clear UPSC exam?

Most of the questions in the general studies paper in Prelims and Mains are related to Humanities background. But it is neither necessary nor advisable to take Humanities as your graduation stream just to clear UPSC exam. Graduation should be based on your taste – it can be humanities, science, engineering, literature or management. For graduation, select any stream you like to study for 3-4 years. You are free to choose any optional subject for UPSC Mains and it may not be the one you studied for graduation.

Will there be minimum qualifying marks for UPSC Mains Compulsory Papers?

The Commission has the discretion to fix qualifying marks in any or all the subjects of the examination. For 2015, the minimum mark is 25% for Indian language and English language. For GS1, GS2, GS3 and GS4 the minimum mark expected is 10%.

Will UPSC deduct marks for bad handwriting?

If a candidate’s handwriting is not easily legible, a deduction will be made on this account from the total marks otherwise accruing to him.

Can you clarify some common doubts regarding UPSC Civil Services Mains Application (Detailed Application Form)?

Civil Service Mains Application Form (DAF) Checklist is given here.

What are the check-list items for Mains Exam hall?

Main exam hall checklist is given here.

Can you provide a check-list for the candidates attending UPSC interview?

Please read the article: Check List For The Candidates Attending UPSC Interview.

Will there be minimum qualifying marks for UPSC Interview?

The interview will carry 275 marks (with no minimum qualifying marks).

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If the overall marks of two or more candidates are equal, how is relative merit between such candidates decided?

The principles for tie-breaking in various exams conducted by UPSC is explained in the linked post. PS: You may also browse the whole FAQ in the UPSC website by clicking on the link.

Can candidates use calculators in UPSC Civil Services Exam?

Not for UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam. But candidates will be allowed the use of Scientific (Non-Programmable type) Calculators at the conventional (Essay) type examination of UPSC, ie Mains Exam. Programmable type calculators will however not be allowed and the use of such calculators shall tantamount to resorting to unfair means by the candidates. Loaning or interchanging of calculators in the Examination Hall is not permitted. It is also important to note that candidates are not permitted to use calculators for answering objective type papers (Test Booklets). They should not, therefore, bring the same inside the Examination Hall.

Can you brief about the other exams conducted by UPSC apart from Civil Services Exam? What are the exam dates?

Check our article on UPSC.

Disclaimer: Though every effort is made from our end to keep the details up to date, due to frequent changes in syllabus or pattern, the actual data might be different. Candidates are always advised to cross-check the information given on this website with the official UPSC website, ie www.upsc.gov.in.

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  1. T D M Pillai says

    August 7, 2013 at 9:22 pm

    Once I pass the prelim, i appeared for the Main, but i could not pass the Main. Next year is it necessary to pass the Prelim before appearing for Main?

    • ClearIAS.com says

      May 23, 2015 at 11:05 pm

      Yes.

    • Janani says

      October 2, 2018 at 1:50 pm

      For upsc engineering service exam 2019. It is categorized that 4 department.. it does not have electronics and communication engineering .. I belongs to ECE.. can I apply for this exam.. please clear my doubt…

    • Mahima says

      April 22, 2018 at 12:32 pm

      Yes. You will again have to appear for UPSC Prelims. This whole series ofexam is one process.
      ALL THE BEST.

  2. Ehtesham says

    November 15, 2014 at 5:26 pm

    can i carry on with any of my business (personal) after being selected for an IPS officer post ?

    • Pravesh says

      October 20, 2016 at 11:43 pm

      As per the rules and guidelines you cannot do any other business.

  3. shahraz says

    May 24, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    Sir… I have completed my degree in b.com ( computers ).
    There is a column in upsc application form regarding ” select your degree subject in graduation “.I am confused what to choose in that column. Can you please help me in choosing this column. 

    My email id is [email protected]

  4. shahraz says

    May 24, 2015 at 1:32 pm

    Is there any physical or health requirements(height , eye sight etc) for appearing for civil services examination.

  5. RK Bhagat says

    June 8, 2015 at 7:41 pm

    I am a Graduate with Economics, Political Science and English(Elective). In the UPSC online form of CSE 2015(preliminary), there is a column regarding “Select you degree subject in Graduation.” Can anybody please guide me which subject i should fill. There is another option in the list i.e. “others”. My email id is [email protected]

  6. ridhi garg says

    June 23, 2015 at 7:00 pm

    i passed class 12 wid non med. want to be an ias officer . confused ….
    what to choose bsc hons in physics, chem., stat ,comp. science or b.tech or anything else and have equal interest in all sobjects…

  7. manav chauhan says

    June 28, 2015 at 12:10 pm

    I just finished my graduation..with 62% in hindi medium.. Although I studied in correspondence manner (private) no tution and guidence just book and me.. I got good marks in public administration and political science and average marks in English literature.. So which subject is good for me to select in I. A. S mains exam.. Please.. Help me

  8. Shraddha says

    July 6, 2015 at 1:32 pm

    I am a science student with subjects phsics,chemistry and biology…ihv studied mathematics till 11th std…bt I dropped maths in 12th n took economics..am I eligible for upsc examination

    • noor says

      April 13, 2016 at 8:01 pm

      yes you can

  9. prince says

    July 6, 2015 at 6:34 pm

    Could i apply for ias if im graduated from forign university

    • praveen says

      May 14, 2016 at 2:42 pm

      No. Only UGC mentioned universities.

  10. Kunal Shrote says

    July 6, 2015 at 11:56 pm

    can a dual degree student from IIT Bombay apply for UPSC after completing Third Year (6th Semester)?

    • yatharth bhardwaj says

      June 15, 2018 at 7:12 pm

      yes

  11. anand mishra says

    July 13, 2015 at 11:47 pm

    how should i prepare for ias . i am studying civil engg. at nitw .2nd year

    • ClearIAS.com says

      February 15, 2016 at 8:24 pm

      @Anand: Get some books for UPSC exams, read our online study materials and take ClearIAS online mock tests for Prelims. You may start from our post on UPSC exam guidance.

    • Randhir says

      August 9, 2018 at 11:06 am

      Hello sir
      I am Randhir and I want your help regarding my career like suggestions or tips.. sir I am a student of 12th (I.Sc.) I want to say that..from last 3 years, till now i am in 12th class because I am unable to pass in one subject in these 3 years and right now I have so much tension and I am in depression that till now I am unable to do some good in 12th
      Actually sir I am very interested to study but I am in depression. Sir please help me because I want to beacome an IAS officer after graduation.
      And right now I am thinking to start the preparation for UPSC exam but till now I am in 12th

    • Ramya says

      November 18, 2018 at 9:47 pm

      Which subject you are not able to pass?

  12. Rajiv says

    July 21, 2015 at 11:32 pm

    Which monthly magazine is more useful pratiyogta darpan or chronicles?

    Please suggest me.
    Thanks.

  13. deepak says

    July 29, 2015 at 11:33 pm

    Sir i want ask u i am study english medium but my english week and storng my hindi subject if main exam choice hindi so that what can write main exam in hindi english is my good but meaning problems and hindi my better subject

  14. Shripad Gaikwad says

    August 6, 2015 at 12:11 am

    sir i am confused for mains exam as I well know Marathi language and also I well understand history and geography in Marathi but gk as well as general science in English so if I choose English language then which paper I written in English and which In Marathi

  15. Umer Farook. T. S. says

    August 6, 2015 at 12:58 pm

    Umer Farook. T. S.

    Respected sir,
    Please help me to know that is it possible for a person who has been completed his bachelor degree in the style of distance education can apply to take part in the civil service examination ?.
    Expecting your kind reply

  16. guddu says

    August 13, 2015 at 1:33 am

    Sir I graduated with physics honours. Math and chemistry are subsidiaries.
    Can i choose history and phycology as optional subject fot IAS exam

  17. bansal says

    August 14, 2015 at 3:49 pm

    Hi

    Please tell , when will we notified about cse 2016 syllabus and changes in pattern ?

  18. Neil says

    August 15, 2015 at 10:29 am

    Sir,my honours percentage is 59.25% and my overall percentage is 58.275% but I have one supplie in pass course(1st Year) which is not cleared. Am I eligible for Civil Service exams?

  19. Manoj Bhatt says

    August 16, 2015 at 7:08 pm

    My DOB is 28-4-1997 , when i can give first attempt for IAS exam??Plz tell m…

  20. Anitha says

    August 18, 2015 at 11:30 am

    Hello Sir,

    I just wanted to know when will we get notification regarding upsc exam if I wanted to take up exam in 2016. Pls clarify

  21. sujit kumar says

    August 25, 2015 at 6:11 am

    Kya hum hindi mai ias ka exam de sakte hai pre aur mains dono

  22. jayamugundha says

    August 31, 2015 at 10:33 am

    sir I like to become an IAS officer but now i am studying b.sc.,(agriculture) i need a study materials to get good grade in upsc exam

  23. jayamugundha says

    August 31, 2015 at 10:35 am

    i like to become an IAS officer i need study materials to score good grade

  24. sowmya says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:29 pm

    Hello sir
    Am a b.tech fresher i have planned to prepare for upsc exams. But i have zero knowledge about history geography n sociology. What should i do. By reading books can i gain knowledge in this area. If so suggests me some good books.

    • ClearIAS.com says

      February 15, 2016 at 8:31 pm

      @Soumya: Get some books for UPSC exams, read our online study materials and take ClearIAS online mock tests for Prelims. You may start from our post on UPSC exam guidance.

  25. Jackson says

    September 6, 2015 at 6:10 pm

    Sir I hardly get 3 hrs after my coaching,please tell me what to cover in these 3 hrs??? . I will write my first prelims in 15-16 that’s next year.

  26. Goutam says

    September 6, 2015 at 7:27 pm

    I am 29years old.Now I am working as asst. Prof. In govt. B.ed college. My educational qualifications are M.sc(chemistry) and M.ed .I never have tried to any competitive exam.For me,at this age,can I prepare me for IAS.please reply

    • Mohd kamran says

      September 8, 2017 at 12:37 pm

      Which subjects are nessesaey to be an IAS?

  27. sidhant says

    September 15, 2015 at 11:10 pm

    Sir im a dental student pursuing my final year.So my querie is if I will be able to prepare the syllabus on my own or should i go for coaching.Please guide me.my email id is [email protected]

    • ClearIAS.com says

      September 16, 2015 at 8:46 am

      It depends on your preference. If you join a coaching institute, do some research on the same before joining.

    • Pushkar says

      October 17, 2016 at 10:26 pm

      Sir i am asking one question if i opt hindi medium and write all paper in hindi language except optional paper. Is it possible sir??
      Please clarify sir.

  28. khemraj meena says

    September 28, 2015 at 2:32 pm

    Sir I my graduation in civil engineering which is in English medium but I want to take Hindi medium in remain 7 paper of GS that is possible, what can I do

  29. Rishabh says

    October 2, 2015 at 10:26 pm

    You guys are doing a pretty good job. The app is really good. Contains everything from the ncerts stuff to the reference books,from the prelims to the interviews which is helpful and motivating too.
    I’ve a small question the answer to which i haven’t found anywhere.
    I’m an aspirant (currently final year B. E.) and will take up the exam in 2017 for which I’ve already started preparing but the problem is I’m having a tattoo on my left forearm (inner part). Will i be eligible for the non tech based jobs in civil services (IAS, IRS, etc)? And if i remove the tattoo will it make a difference? Apart from the army based jobs no where in the medical instructions manual it is mentioned. So it would be appreciated if you can help me in this.
    Thanks

  30. Meenakshi says

    October 6, 2015 at 3:06 pm

    My name is Meenakshi, and I want to give UPSC exam however just have below queries.
    1. I belong to ST cast (Maharashtra)however i got married to an open caste person so can i claim under ST caste quota?
    2. I am officially not divorcee but staying separate from him from the last 1.5 year, i just have marriage certificate , name change gazette copy & rest of the documents are in my maiden name. so can i fill up the the form as unmarried ?
    3.I have logged the DVA & IPC 498 A case against my spouse and in-laws so will that be a problem for UPSC?

    • M Anand says

      January 22, 2018 at 9:44 pm

      Call me 79 8964 7007 …I’m also confused mam

  31. VIJAY says

    October 12, 2015 at 3:13 pm

    Is there any negative marks in this exam.. if yes how it is calculated in prelim,mains and interview ?

  32. VIJAY says

    October 12, 2015 at 3:17 pm

    Dates of prelims
    2 papers ?

    Dates of mains
    9 papers ?

    Is there any gap between each papers or conducted one by one without days gap ?

    please clarify my doubt …

  33. VIJAY says

    October 12, 2015 at 3:20 pm

    WILL U TELL ME
    Fee structure for
    1. sc/st
    2.general
    3.obc

  34. Gagan says

    October 12, 2015 at 8:57 pm

    Sir, I am doing Btech (CSE), there are no options for CSE students in syllabus,
    can I apply for UPSC..

  35. arjun says

    October 24, 2015 at 4:49 am

    does flat foot and titanium plate in my face matter for ips??

  36. kamal says

    October 25, 2015 at 2:16 pm

    my birthday is on 3rd aug 1995,but the rules says 21 years must be completed before or on 1aug 2016 for appearing in CSE2016. so i am not able to sit next year.is there any rules of relaxing dates of minimum age limit.

  37. DEEPANSHU KHARE says

    October 25, 2015 at 11:52 pm

    Hello sir/mam i,m deepanshu. I have an aim that after my +2 i will going to choose iit stream. Then after it in going through my syllabus of iit for 4years i will prepare for i.a.s right now i,m in 11th & in 10th i gotted 8.2 cgpa .may i am doing right planning sir/mam?

  38. Ranbir Singh says

    October 27, 2015 at 2:23 pm

    Which language should be suitable for fresh graduate candidate to preparation of I.A.S Exam.

  39. Rishabh says

    October 28, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    Why are the new ncert books preferred over the old ones for UPSC preparation ? Or do we have to study only History from old and rest from the new?

  40. Sagar Samal says

    October 30, 2015 at 12:04 am

    Can an aspirant give interview in the regional language for INDIAN FOREST SERVICE exam ????

  41. Anand Tiwari says

    November 1, 2015 at 5:38 pm

    Are pre-final year engineering students eligible for UPSC exam ??

  42. Rasika says

    November 1, 2015 at 9:40 pm

    Isnt there an IT as an optional subject?

  43. jyoti says

    November 9, 2015 at 10:08 pm

    Sir
    I want this app in Hindi
    Can I get

    • ClearIAS.com says

      February 15, 2016 at 8:30 pm

      @jyoti: That would take some time.

  44. krishna kumar singh says

    November 12, 2015 at 10:07 pm

    Sir. There are two optional subject or one. Whate sub i can take.plz guide.

    • ClearIAS.com says

      February 15, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      @krishna kumar singh: One.

  45. Mourya says

    November 13, 2015 at 7:59 am

    Sir, Im the son of second wife.now I dont have my father and first wife also.my question is am i eligible for the IAS post and any other governtment post ?

  46. Mourya says

    November 13, 2015 at 8:05 am

    Sir,i want to write the exam in english and give the interview in my regional language i.e telugu.is this possible or I have to give the interview in english only.How much time and how many members interview takes.?

  47. janvi says

    November 25, 2015 at 6:41 am

    Sir,
    Can I prepare for UPSC while doing regular PG course without any coaching institute?

  48. sandeep says

    December 9, 2015 at 8:41 pm

    sir please tell me, i am a fresher aspirant. today, i tried to solve csat paper 2, but i knew only seven answer of 80, sir i am confused that in future can i complete 80 in august if i tried my best in this paper

  49. Uday Bhan Vishwakarma says

    December 10, 2015 at 9:42 pm

    Sir plz tell about the useful books name for Hindi Literature in Mains

  50. Rakshitha says

    December 12, 2015 at 7:14 pm

    Hi…..am doing BBA (bachelor of business administration) in IAS which subject can I choose…….?

  51. prasad says

    December 15, 2015 at 3:49 pm

    iam doing 2nd year degree i can join for ias coaching

    • Prem says

      August 26, 2017 at 4:55 pm

      Yes ..for better preparation..till u graguted.ur age must be 21.

  52. Surj says

    December 26, 2015 at 9:10 am

    Sir in CS(mains) exam 2015, I’ve attempted all question in optional subject. So sir any problem is possiblm?!

  53. Charu says

    January 4, 2016 at 11:23 am

    Sir i completed my bca degree in correspondence , can i eligible for write ias exam

  54. Rishu says

    January 9, 2016 at 6:25 pm

    Sir I have been fined by a court for Rs. 2000 for drunk driving. Am I eligible for IAS

  55. Ramyaa says

    January 10, 2016 at 7:37 pm

    Sir
    Am did my degree in open university after 10th STD without doing my 12th. Can I eligible for.writing ias exam.please reply me sir.

  56. Sobhit Ranjan says

    January 28, 2016 at 1:47 pm

    i am doing bsc(H) physics from DU.i am in 1st year i am in bit confsion ,i want to do upsc but also crack iit jam for msc .pls tell me what i have to do and how i have to do??

  57. Rashmi. says

    February 13, 2016 at 3:39 pm

    I want this app in hindi.
    Is it possible or not.if it is not possible so what can i do for hindi medium notes. Plz answer me.

    • ClearIAS.com says

      February 15, 2016 at 8:27 pm

      @Rashmi: At the moment our app is only in English, but we are sure that you would find it easy and simple. For Hindi medium students, we have compiled the list of useful Hindi books in this website.

  58. tk,Gupta says

    February 16, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    sir Now I read in B.A. Part-1 (Geography) hons. and my age is 19 years.
    so , Now What will I do for clear UPSC exams in first attampt.
    ………….Please suggest me………?

  59. ilu singh says

    February 22, 2016 at 1:14 am

    what is wrong with the hindi mediam aspirants prep…behind his unsucsses or less selection in comparision of english mediam aspirants

  60. Raj says

    February 28, 2016 at 9:58 am

    If i complete 10 th class in 2010 and 12 th class in 2013 but I Register B.SC 1st year exam 2015 and I will pass in 2018 can I applicable for give IAS Exam in 2018 pls sir help so that I can prepare well

  61. vishal says

    March 1, 2016 at 9:47 pm

    sir ias interview me batch me number of candidates ate he

  62. vishal says

    March 1, 2016 at 9:50 pm

    sir ias interview me upsc daily pe rbatch kitne candidates leti he

  63. mohina says

    March 8, 2016 at 11:05 pm

    Is there any optional paper for civil service prelims.

  64. Bhavna Anand says

    March 16, 2016 at 11:01 pm

    Sir,
    I have completed my B.E. in Instrumentation and Control. I want to apply for Engineering Services Examination (ESE). I want to know that can I apply for exam in Electronic and Communication Branch.
    Last date of Apllication is 25/3/2016. Kindly revert back as soon as possible.

    Thank You

    My mail Id: [email protected]

  65. john says

    March 23, 2016 at 11:29 am

    is hindi a compulsory paper for every one appearing the mains exam?

  66. Rafi Shaik says

    March 24, 2016 at 11:33 am

    Hi, it took 8 years to pass my degree due to my careless and with some reason. I have started to work from 8 years onward. I have realized Now i am planing to prepare civil service exam. Whether any problem arise with my degree in exam selection.

    • ClearIAS.com says

      March 24, 2016 at 11:47 am

      @Rafi: No.

  67. Siva says

    March 29, 2016 at 7:28 pm

    Sir, I have sight -10 and -13 with vision 6/18 and 6/24. My friends told me that there is some reservation for low vision. I couldnt understand the criteria clearly. Can u please tell me whether I’ll come under that category or not. If so , can u tell me what all I should have to submit along with the application. Thank u.

    • ClearIAS.com says

      April 1, 2016 at 8:25 am

      @Siva, can you check the 2015 UPSC Prelims notification link or gazette? A search on clearias.com or google will get you that. Details of reservations will be specified in the notification. Do let us know if you face difficulties. All the best!

  68. ankit bajpai says

    April 1, 2016 at 4:13 pm

    kindly direct me whether i can appear in IAS all exam papers in hindi???

  69. sakthi says

    April 5, 2016 at 9:47 pm

    Sir, am finish B.A History in courses so can I write IAS EXAM

    Right or wrong ah sir

  70. ANKUR KUMAR PANDEY says

    April 6, 2016 at 9:59 pm

    sir i m a b.tech student of electronics and communication branch, m i eligible for IAS examination? please tell me the link from where i can download the optional subject syllabus…

  71. Nitish says

    April 9, 2016 at 11:14 am

    Sir, can I give upsc main exam of optional subject in english and other general studies paper in Hindi, plz sir suggest me

  72. Sanchita Ghosh Roy says

    April 10, 2016 at 5:11 pm

    this is very helpfull.But I have a question.I am a third year student.I dont have any backlog.But in my 2nd year exam I have passed with 2 grace marks.Am I eligible for IAS examination?And if I am,then will it affect my selection in IAS exam?

  73. payal says

    April 18, 2016 at 10:49 am

    if a person dont know about generl knowledge can he / she cover up the syllabus for ips if the aspirant is dedicated to it

  74. Sachin says

    April 18, 2016 at 11:05 am

    Can I attempt IAS prelims in 2016 if my DOB is 07-08-1995(7th august) and I am in my final year of graduation.

  75. rajat says

    April 19, 2016 at 10:07 pm

    Sir i m pursuing b.a.ll.b. course of 5 years can i apply for ias exam on basis of my b.a.degree after 3 years .is it be equivalent to graduation degree..sir plz reply i belong to rural area and face lack of guidance…need ur help…

  76. sager ranjan says

    April 21, 2016 at 8:39 am

    Sir i have b.tech degree but sone problem i clear in 5 year so can i able to prepare for upsc i mean this case not created problem in interview or document verification period

  77. Vivek Bhardwaj says

    April 25, 2016 at 10:13 pm

    sir,
    I am in B.A part 1(English honours)
    from where I can start my preparation for I.A.S?

  78. Rahul says

    April 27, 2016 at 3:02 pm

    how is this book for GS (prelis)
    http://www.amazon.in/General-Studies-Services-Preliminary-Examination/dp/9339224175

  79. Hanshika says

    April 27, 2016 at 11:19 pm

    Respected mam/sir,
    I am applying for UPSC
    should I write my matriculation name or name after marriage
    Or to attest marriage certificate?
    Pls answer me..

  80. mehj says

    April 28, 2016 at 1:11 pm

    hi sir ,
    i just want to clear my doubts
    in main exam there is paper on indian language as a qualifying paper we have to answer the paper in that language or which we have preferred for gs and other paper.

  81. vinod says

    April 30, 2016 at 11:02 am

    Sir… I have completed my degree in b.com .
    There is a column in upsc application form regarding ” select your degree subject in graduation “.I am confused what to choose in that column. Can you please help me in choosing this column.

    My email [email protected]

  82. santosh says

    April 30, 2016 at 11:17 pm

    Sir,can I appear in ias exam during final year and what if I had already failed in few subjects in first or second year

  83. raghu says

    May 8, 2016 at 3:28 pm

    sir,……… i am now in 3 year of b.tech last stage till may, but my 4th year starts in july 2016 can i appear in ias prelims in august 2016 ?
    plzz answer i have to apply

    with regards

  84. awnish bisht says

    May 8, 2016 at 4:06 pm

    sir is any physically standard like {eyesight} for ips?? and 2nd is that why engineering student make good rank or simple graduate nt?

  85. Md Feroz says

    May 9, 2016 at 1:37 pm

    Sir , I have applied Mathematics for prelims 2016 on my optional paper 1 . Now I am getting tension in Mathematics whether will I pass or fail . Is there any option to change the subject Mathematics in Optional Paper 1 at before the Prelims Exam 2016 ?

    • ClearIAS.com says

      May 9, 2016 at 10:02 pm

      There is no option to edit the application. But the below details from UPSC notification should give you the clue: “The applicants are advised to submit only single application; however, if due to any unavoidable situation, if he/she submits another/multiple applications, then he/she must ensure that application with the higher RID is complete in all respects like applicants’ details, examination centre, photograph, signature, fee etc. The applicants who are submitting multiple applications should note that only the applications with higher RID (Registration ID) shall be entertained.”

  86. Asif khan says

    May 11, 2016 at 11:11 am

    Sir,can I appear in ias exam during final year and what if I had already failed in few subjects in first or second year

  87. akarsh says

    May 11, 2016 at 11:50 am

    I did my graduation in engineering from Bristol university, UK. It was a 3 years course. Am i eligible for the examination? Will degree from the university and the transcripts be satisfactory proof for the commission? (Also i will not be awarded an equivalence certificate by AIU as its a 3 years course) Hoping for a quick response. Thank you.

  88. Md Feroz says

    May 11, 2016 at 12:41 pm

    Sir , I have applied for Civils and IFS 2016 . I want to apply again because there are some mistakes occurred while applying ( i.e , change in Optional Paper 1 ) . I want to apply Civils and IFS for the second time sir . My question is if I apply civils and IFS for the second time then which one will be counted Whether first or second ? Please reply me sir , I am getting Tension .

  89. Md Feroz says

    May 11, 2016 at 12:48 pm

    Sir , I have applied for Civils and IFS 2016 . I want to apply again for Civils and IFS because there are some mistakes occurred while applying ( i.e., change in Optional Paper 1 ) . I want to apply for Civils and IFS for the second Time sir . My question is if I have applied for Civils and IFS for the second time then which one will be counted Whether first or Second ? Please remember me Sir , I am getting Tension ?

  90. Harikumar says

    May 11, 2016 at 1:00 pm

    Where is the IAS exam centre

  91. Md Feroz says

    May 11, 2016 at 9:48 pm

    Sir , I have applied for Civils and IFS 2016 . I want to apply again for Civils and IFS because there are some mistakes occurred while applying ( i.e., change in Optional Paper 1 ) . I want to apply for Civils and IFS for the second Time sir . My question is if I have applied for Civils and IFS for the second time then which one will be counted Whether first or Second ?

  92. aman says

    May 11, 2016 at 11:38 pm

    I hve completed my bachelor degree ad doing my PG degree from last year but now I have supply in my previous exam. Should i eligible for this exam .or else 1stly complete my PG degree ????
    Does it matters ???

  93. aman says

    May 11, 2016 at 11:40 pm

    I want to apply in 2017 but a also have supply exam .. Plzz tell me what to do

  94. Ganpat choudhary says

    May 12, 2016 at 11:09 am

    Sir
    Please suggest person who have three kids are eligible or not for upsc exam

  95. ankush says

    May 13, 2016 at 2:05 pm

    hiv+ person is eligible for ias or not
    please reply me with detail

  96. Md Feroz says

    May 13, 2016 at 11:02 pm

    Sir , I have applied for Civils and IFS 2016 . I want to apply again for Civils and IFS because there are some mistakes occurred while applying ( i.e., change in Optional Paper 1 ) . . I want to apply for Civils and IFS for the second Time sir . My question is if I have applied for Civils and IFS for the second time then which one will be counted Whether first or Second ?

  97. akhila says

    May 14, 2016 at 10:23 am

    Can i choose the same optional subject for paper1 and paper 2 of ias mains?
    I intent to chose electrical engineering,so can i chose it for both paper1& paper 2?

  98. ajith says

    May 15, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    in the 2016 ias application form ,what b.com finished students has to fill , reply soon

  99. Arnab Das says

    May 16, 2016 at 6:51 pm

    sir , what is the eye sight limit for IAS exam?

  100. Tarandeep says

    May 19, 2016 at 8:26 pm

    Is it necessary to mention the post for which one wants to appear in the exam??

  101. Siddhi says

    May 20, 2016 at 1:20 am

    I’ve completed my 12th this year and will be perusing my B.A. Degree for next 3 years doing political science.
    I’m confused as I’ve no clue where to start from and what to do. I read everything that is necessary
    Shall I start preparing from now(I.e after 12th) or from completing my graduation. Please reply

  102. Ashish Mishra says

    May 20, 2016 at 3:29 pm

    Respected ClearIas,
    sir, i’am planning to give UPSC in 2017 that means, i have 15 months ‘in my hand, but sir i don’t know where to start ..should i go for NCERT’s first or directly on specified book for cracking IAS..plz suggest me how to start, n how much time should be given for particular subject..I’am Bsc(IT) graduate..which wuld be a best optional subject for me…plz Baba suggest me a good strategy with proper study materials and proper routine..i will follow this coz..15 months is enough to crack any Toughest EXAM.. waiting for ur valuable revert…

    • ClearIAS.com says

      May 20, 2016 at 4:44 pm

      @Ashish: We suggest you start with NCERTs and then move to specialized books like Laxmikanth. Also, enroll for ClearIAS prelims test series. That would ensure that you are on right track for Prelims, and help you learn faster. Browse our mains test series archives – that would give you correct direction for mains. Refer our free online study materials which present difficult concepts in an easy to understand format. Our approach is more about equipping our readers to self-study. As there are a plethora of materials available online and offline, we always try not to overburden our students, with unnecessary things. The mantra is to learn right!

    • Ashish Mishra says

      May 23, 2016 at 9:31 pm

      Thank you very much ClearIAS Team, for clarifying my doubts…

  103. Rakendu K B says

    May 22, 2016 at 7:40 pm

    Sir
    Now i am in delhi so when i applied for civil service exam i have choosen delhi as centre. Is there any chance to change the centre for mains???

    • ClearIAS.com says

      May 22, 2016 at 7:56 pm

      One way to change this is by re-applying. But before doing this should check the same with UPSC.

  104. madhan says

    May 23, 2016 at 7:53 pm

    When apply for upsc civil exam optional subject option shows only one subject how to choose two subject ? I select the option Mech engg do not select the second subject is there any problem.

    • ClearIAS.com says

      May 23, 2016 at 8:33 pm

      You need to select only one subject. There are two papers for one subject. That’s all.

  105. gaurao dhandare says

    May 24, 2016 at 1:40 pm

    is there any discrimination on the basis of cast or religion in final results of cse? bcoz i heart about it

  106. riya says

    May 24, 2016 at 6:20 pm

    I have failed in 12th maths…..but have 78% overall…
    Can I give upse exam

  107. ganesh says

    May 25, 2016 at 11:15 am

    sir, i got 5 years btech degree instead of 4 years ; iam 22 years old ;
    am i eligible for civils?? will i get any problem @interview room??
    please reply me sir….

    • ClearIAS.com says

      May 25, 2016 at 11:34 am

      Not a problem Ganesh.

  108. madhan says

    May 26, 2016 at 3:31 pm

    is there any way to change the optional subject? sir

  109. madhan says

    May 26, 2016 at 4:05 pm

    is there any way to change the optional subject after submission of prelim online application? sir.,

  110. Hopeless says

    May 27, 2016 at 1:14 pm

    I have done UPSC CSP exam in 2009, 2011 and the last one is 2012. I am a General Category candidate. Can I go for this time or will I preserve a chance for 2017 with a complete preparation. I am a MCA background student and I am trying for banking as well.

    • ClearIAS.com says

      May 27, 2016 at 1:43 pm

      What is your age? How many attempts left?

    • Karthik says

      May 27, 2016 at 3:26 pm

      Hi, My mail id is ” [email protected] “, Please mail me, I need some inputs from you. Thanks in advance.

  111. ROHIT GAUR says

    June 1, 2016 at 2:58 pm

    Hello sir, I am giving exam of an Education because I have a failed in BA(Program) iii yr last year. Sir, is it important to graduate in any one specialized subject. I am 30 yrs old and sc. Can I appear for the exam. Suggest me sir, how can I appear for the exam and I will really work hard.

    • ClearIAS.com says

      June 1, 2016 at 7:51 pm

      Get the graduation as early as possible. You have still years and chances left. Be positive. Work hard.

  112. maitri says

    June 3, 2016 at 12:06 am

    There are 6 chances for IAS and IFS(indian forest service) each..but prelim exam is common.so my dubt is , i ve filled up IFos form this time 2016 but not IAS 2016 ,so 6 chances for ias exam will be unchanged or not ,i mean it ll reduce to 5 ???????

  113. rana says

    June 5, 2016 at 4:37 pm

    sir..i want to choose optional subjects from geography,maths,telugu literature.but i studied telugu upto my 10 th so i am good in telugu. i studied b.tech&so iam good in maths..so plz help me to choose which suits best for me…plz

  114. NIKHIL singh says

    June 7, 2016 at 12:21 am

    dear sir / mam ,

    I am in the third year of my graduation by having political science as my honours subject . I don’t think that, I am an average student but my academic background justifies me just opposite of my thinkings .
    My English is ook , but not up to that level of the required perfection to write my answers in the mains , also I have not been studying my honours sub in the required manner , just due to some carelessness . will that be possible for me to crack upsc , if I start my sincere preparation from now onwards ?
    In total the damn reality is that ,
    I am a fresher right now !!!

    plzz suggest me ……..
    on what path should I go through
    ??????………..confused regarding my confidence and performance …..

  115. Rohan Gupta says

    June 9, 2016 at 7:59 am

    Hello, I am Rohan Gupta and I want to prepare for CSE. I am confused about the optional subject to take as I had completed my b-tech in mechanical but have low interest in mechanical. So please anybody guide me for optional subject which can be easy and interesting for a person having mechanical engineering background.

  116. umesh goyal says

    June 9, 2016 at 10:43 pm

    Sir I have passed my12th class ..by very bad % because of my Heath problems and some disease is now I m good student in university now can I apply for Coching .12class % is important for upsc IAS or other Indian services …plez suggests I m very confused about this matter…. Plezzz reply fast

  117. Md Mokammal Hossain says

    June 11, 2016 at 12:19 am

    Please tell ..is only 33% marks enough (gs paper -2 …preliminary) to qualifying in upsc mains or more number needed?

  118. Prashant says

    June 12, 2016 at 8:55 pm

    Sir i have complete my degree in correspondent exam.now iam in indian para-military force from before 10 years.can i apply for IPS? and degree marks would counted for IPS exam result merit list?
    Please tell me sir…

  119. Kim says

    June 12, 2016 at 9:45 pm

    Is the prelims questions for IFS (Indian Forest Service) and IAS same? Please clarify my doubt. Thankyou.

  120. yatharth bajaj says

    June 14, 2016 at 2:44 am

    height(minimum) for IAS and IFS

  121. Jyoti says

    June 14, 2016 at 5:26 pm

    Hello Sir
    I am a btech (cse) fresher I would like u to guide me what I should do after my 4 yrs of engg. for the preparation of UPSC examination. I am a student of pure science and I have got no idea of what subjects are required and how to go about it . Please Sir I request you to guide me and help me out with the right directions.

    • Karthik says

      June 14, 2016 at 6:10 pm

      Hi, I am also searching for those guidance, If I get any support I will let you know, the same If you get any support regarding preparation please let me know.

      My Name is Karthik.
      Mob : 8122710092
      Mail : [email protected]

    • Virender singh says

      September 10, 2016 at 4:54 pm

      Jyoti as you know prelims is same for all.but yes for mains you can opt a suitable subject like subject from your engg. Or you can opt any option according to your liking . Mostly students preparing with public administration and sociology and geography is also a good option and and all other topics is same for all so be ready and work hard. For any queries contact on email
      [email protected]

  122. Seema Sultana says

    June 15, 2016 at 5:21 am

    Is the students, completed degree through distant education(KSOU) without PUC eligible for IAS, 1st class pass in graduation kindly reply.

  123. Sravan says

    June 18, 2016 at 5:46 pm

    It takes 1 year for me to become a graduate.Can I write preliminaryexam with out a graduation certificate??

  124. Afiya shaikh says

    June 19, 2016 at 1:03 pm

    Hii
    i am the commerce student .and i am chosing the commerce and accounting optional subject and i’m confuse that calculator is allow in the main examination hall or not
    plz reply me as possible as.

  125. Deepak Kumar Aylani says

    June 25, 2016 at 3:22 pm

    I have sumit my for for Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer vacancy and also submit the fee RS 25/- transaction id is IKB5974760.. but due to website issue i was not able to submit the form with photo & Signature uploading.. Please help me to resolve this issue. Am i able to take the test or not ?
    If my form not submit then please return the money deposit to you.
    or if you required the photo and signature then i can share with you.

  126. Aakash solanki says

    June 26, 2016 at 4:50 pm

    sir,actually i have cleared b.sc(maths) from english medium.. and now i’ m preparing for upsc..i want know,can i use my regional language(gujarati) for writing in upsc main??

  127. vivek Upadhyay says

    June 26, 2016 at 6:29 pm

    Hi sir i have passed my 12 from icse board but with less % marks so due to which i cannot make admission in du or other reputated University..so after doing ba honors political science from lovely professional University am i eligible for cse….

  128. Md Feroz says

    June 27, 2016 at 8:13 pm

    If we apply IAS Prelims exam for 2 times in the same year 2016 ( Due to mistake occurred in Optional subjects ) . Then which application will be counted for IAS Prelims Exam 2016 , whether 1st application or 2nd application ?

  129. DIGVIJAYSINH PARMAR says

    July 3, 2016 at 3:33 am

    Sir i want to give exam in Gujarati language in main exam, what will the medium of question paper, it will be in gujarati language or in hindi or eng?

  130. punya raj says

    July 3, 2016 at 11:38 pm

    1)if one person applied for ias exam and he just missed the interview can that candidate can change his optional for next time .is it ok with board
    2)another question is can that candidate can change his details for the next time he apply for exam in his biodata is it ok with the board

  131. ROHIT says

    July 4, 2016 at 12:07 pm

    sir I am 17 now,passed 12th, and want to prepare for IAS, is distance graduation helps me or not?

  132. anura says

    July 6, 2016 at 2:59 am

    sir whether we can use calculator in upsc mains for mathematics?

    • ClearIAS.com says

      July 6, 2016 at 9:47 am

      Yes, for UPSC mains.

    • Thippeswamy.H says

      December 20, 2016 at 8:46 pm

      Sir I am coming from poor family and my education all completed in kannada medium,but I want Clear IAS exam its my dream but how,I don’t no sir please educate me..

  133. Srinivas says

    July 6, 2016 at 7:38 am

    Sir,is the prelims exam online or offline

    • ClearIAS.com says

      July 6, 2016 at 9:47 am

      Offline.

  134. Adarsh says

    July 6, 2016 at 11:28 pm

    I’m not very good in English so can I score well even after poor English

  135. Nanthakumar says

    July 11, 2016 at 9:31 pm

    Sir ; I dno knw hw to start study ;I studying 4th yr engineering ;say some tips hw to start IAS preparation?

  136. Bittu kumar prajapati says

    July 21, 2016 at 4:47 pm

    i have joined cds but I want tobe a ias officer ……
    can i leave combined defence service(cds). please gide me….

  137. Raj says

    July 24, 2016 at 9:40 am

    Sir,
    Is it that the degree of graduation from distance are valued less than the degree from the regular classes program.

  138. Nazar Become Officer says

    July 27, 2016 at 8:38 pm

    sir my age is 16/06/1986 can i qualify 2018 upsc examination i have completed 4 attempt

  139. yogesh rajput says

    July 28, 2016 at 12:00 am

    can i give this exam before completing graduation i mean in my final year(im btech 4 year student)

  140. Sunil says

    July 28, 2016 at 10:23 am

    Hello Sir/Madam,
    I have done my B. A (HONS.) POL SCIENCE (Aggregate : 56.29%) in Nov-Dec 2015. but I’m an Ex-Student and now I wanna be an IAS officer. so Sir plz, tell to me Can I apply for this post ‘or’ Not and also i wanna do Crack it According do Hindi Medium and I am going to Join ALS* Hindi Medium Coaching center so its will be good for me & If I am from POLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT so which Optional Subject will be better for me (PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION ‘or’ POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS),
    “OR”
    According to Self-Struggle i can Crack this exam. But, How and Which Kind of Syllabus I can follow and Book I can Read.
    Please Sir/Madam, Do the consider on my request.
    Thank you.

  141. Ragesh says

    July 29, 2016 at 11:48 am

    I don’t knw any regional language

  142. JIJIN V.OOMMEN says

    July 30, 2016 at 9:27 pm

    Respected Sir / Madam,
    Recently I heard that those who studies English Literature (B.A / M.A) cannot apply / attend Civil Services Examination. Is this correct ? Please send me a reply.

  143. jayalaxmi banjan says

    August 1, 2016 at 2:02 pm

    Sir,i will be applying for ias exams next year.My query to you is in the online application form it is mentioned that we have to write the name as mentioned in 10th certificate and my sirname has changed and my 12th and degree certificates to contain my old sirname.So when i will be filling my form next year should i write my old sirname or my new sirname?If i have to write my old sirname ,can i change it at a later stage and how?Please reply sir its urgent.

    • ISHWAR PATEL says

      November 8, 2017 at 1:37 pm

      if your problem related ( name chane ) solved then call me because i am also face this problem my contact no. 9867324862 &
      8356864419
      ur call can solve my problem

  144. aditya kishore says

    August 2, 2016 at 2:54 pm

    sir i have completed all my child education in English medium now i am facing a problem that i am very weak in my mother tongue ( Telugu ). So is there any solution for this problem. but i am very good English.

  145. Hitesh Kumar says

    August 4, 2016 at 6:32 am

    I have applied for NDA and written will be held on 18 Sep 2016 at Chandigarh. However I am the student of Engg 1st year at NIT Allahabad and 1st half semester exam will be held from 19-26 Sep 2016. May I change my centre from Chandigarh to Allahabad. If yes then what is the procedure?

  146. Hitesh Kumar says

    August 4, 2016 at 6:34 am

    Dear Sir,

    May I change my centre from Chandigarh to Allahabad for NDA written exam scheduled to be held on 18 Sep 2016. If yes then what is the procedure?

  147. balkiran says

    August 7, 2016 at 6:23 pm

    sir nw I m pursuing bsc degree in PCB subjects further I want to appear for upsc exams,so can I appear for upsc exam keeping my main subject as botany or zoology..plz guide me I m little confused about dis..and I come under general category so how many times can I appear for upsc exams..plz guide me sir….

  148. Anjan Pal says

    August 12, 2016 at 10:49 pm

    My Eyesight is -0.50 . And I Use glass. Am I eligible for IPS ? Plz. Reply me Sir.

  149. mansheeth says

    August 14, 2016 at 2:36 pm

    Dear sir/madam

    I had completed my intermediate with biology, chemistry, physics. As now i am deciding to prepare for upsc. I have known that to appear upsc exam i have to complete graduation. My query is that can i complete my graduation by taking it in distance learning or regular. Is there any further complications if i complete my graduation in distance learning. Please suggest me on this.

  150. hit says

    August 14, 2016 at 11:17 pm

    Can I appear in IAS exam after graduation, I passed my 12th by supplementary in one subject

  151. keenugarg says

    August 22, 2016 at 2:16 pm

    Sir ,
    What is the strategy for aptitude portion CSAT

  152. Itika says

    August 27, 2016 at 7:56 pm

    My birth date is 21/07/1997 . Can I appear in the IAS examination of 2018 ??

    • Anjan Pal says

      August 30, 2016 at 11:54 pm

      You must reach 21 yrs while attempt exam. I think, If you complete 21 yrs on the Last date of submitting Prelims form then you can fill up.

    • Virender singh says

      September 10, 2016 at 4:46 pm

      Yes you can give attempt in 2018. Upsc demand that your age should be 21 on every year on according to 1St August. So be ready and do work hard.for any query ask question on email
      [email protected]

  153. Vignesh C L says

    September 2, 2016 at 6:30 pm

    Sir,

    Is it IAS,IPS,IRS,ITS is allotted in rank basis or choice of candidate basis.In civil service exam on which stage these different services are allotted and what is the base…

  154. Ganga Singh says

    September 2, 2016 at 9:38 pm

    Dear Sir,
    I am persuing B.Sc. in final year and want to crack upsc exam in my first attempt.I also know very well that I can do it but the main problem is that I am from hindi medium and haven’t good at english as it required.
    So please tell me how can I come over this within limited time as I have.

  155. KAMRAN AHMAD says

    September 14, 2016 at 2:04 am

    I m appearing final yr canditate of graduation BSc …i read somewhere that if one qualifies for mains they have 2 shw original document ..bt wt about appearing canditate of bsc ..if they qualify for mains ..will i be able 2 sit in mains ..and wt document needed to shw for appearing canditate and when to show???????

  156. sum says

    September 24, 2016 at 12:52 am

    if a person from reserved category apply through general category if he completed his 6 attempts then can he will get the benefits of reserve category for further attempts.

  157. INDIAN says

    September 24, 2016 at 10:01 am

    Is it possible to clear upsc within one year

  158. kajal says

    September 24, 2016 at 11:06 am

    Sir am a delhi university s.o.l final yr student And my english is very poor.
    Can I apply for ias exam.

  159. priya says

    September 28, 2016 at 11:20 am

    sir i planning to do actuarial science. can i give ias exam after doing actuarial science

  160. Jayaram Narasimhaiah says

    September 30, 2016 at 1:41 pm

    prelims and mains should write in English but i should write essay only in kannada. can I write?

  161. Rohit Tyagi says

    October 5, 2016 at 4:58 pm

    Civil ke Prelims me jo II Paper hota hai
    Or usme jo math aata hai
    Kya vo SSC ke math ki hi tarah hota hai
    Ya alag hota hai

  162. Lalit mohan patra says

    October 10, 2016 at 2:38 pm

    Can I write cs main exam’s general studies all paper in odia language ?

  163. Hiten says

    October 10, 2016 at 10:13 pm

    i can’t get enough space to write my full name as described in HSC marks sheet,when i try to fill up upsc civil services exam ,so what is solution ?

  164. joy says

    October 12, 2016 at 11:09 am

    Can I still apply for Civil Services exam,If there was accident with me in Past? one arm affected that time but now its good.

  165. Ankush DAHIYA says

    October 14, 2016 at 12:15 pm

    I have entered first priority as IMA and fourth as OTA as I am commerce student and doesnot qualify for Naval and Air force. Can you please tell me whether I will be elgible for OTA or not if I didnot take the Elementary Mathematics examination on the day of examination

  166. Deepak says

    October 15, 2016 at 2:34 am

    Sir If a candidate clear its cse prelims & main but its height is less than the criteria then is that candidate eligible or not for the interview or if that candidate is eligible for interview & clear the interview then is that person eligible for ips

  167. Nachiket Tandel says

    October 16, 2016 at 11:56 pm

    1) if i choose to give mains in gujarati then would question paper comes in that language ?..
    2) if i choose to give mains in gujarati and for optional subject in english language..then would it be ok?.

    Plz reply just these two doubts are left

  168. Amritha says

    October 18, 2016 at 5:17 pm

    Hello Sir,

    I am currently working as an IT Professional in an MNC company, I am doing my Masters in distance, is that possible to take the UPSC after Master degree in regular or in distance. I heard that post-grad is not that necessary for taking CSE exam. Please help me out with this.

  169. mukesh says

    October 24, 2016 at 11:48 am

    Sir,
    I am 25 year old. Is there benefit to prepare cse because if in 2018 cse exam the upper age limit become 26 year then i am not eligible for cse?

  170. jai says

    November 1, 2016 at 11:01 pm

    hello !
    i am jai ..
    mei 10th fail hu aur 12th kiya nahi hei ..
    but baba saheb ambedakar open university mei (B.A.O.U.) Mei T.Y.B.A. kar raha hoo.
    to inshort graduation is complitt without 10+2 .
    to mei upsc mei civil service ke liye appear apply kar sakta hoon ?

  171. Priyanshu says

    November 9, 2016 at 1:56 pm

    May i take bio with eng in ias exams

  172. ravi says

    November 10, 2016 at 8:12 pm

    Sir I am in b.com 5th sem ,exam of which held in December, and in may exam of last semester i.e.6th semester will be held. My result will be declared in june-july. Now sir tell me if ,now, i can apply for IAS oe other civil exam or not? Plz reply me also on WhatsApp if u can.

    • ravi says

      November 10, 2016 at 8:19 pm

      My number is 9915447737

  173. Ravi Rabari says

    November 12, 2016 at 8:15 pm

    Sir can i give upsc civil service exam in my mother tongue gujrati ? can i write paper GS 1 GS2 GS3 GS4 paper and optional subject paper in gujarati ?

  174. Somya Ranjan sahoo says

    November 15, 2016 at 11:48 am

    Can one join OXFORD university after clearing upsc cse exam. What are the rules for it?

  175. Arpita says

    November 15, 2016 at 4:46 pm

    hello, i need to ask that is it possible to clear ias exams without coachings and along with job? please help and provide me with perfect guidance

  176. raj says

    November 16, 2016 at 4:08 pm

    Sir mera question H ki kya main general studies me history geography and civics kkk Hindi me lekk sakta hu aur optional paper kkk English

  177. lovely92 says

    November 20, 2016 at 3:20 pm

    Sir kya hum exam nd interview hindi me de sakte h?????

  178. Avanish Mishra says

    November 21, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    Sir first of all I want to thanks for your remarkable job ……
    Sir if a person suffering from colour blindness then he can apply for CSE examination.
    Please help sir

  179. vilas says

    November 22, 2016 at 2:23 am

    Sir can i get my IAS main exam’s original question paper to my home.?

  180. Abhay says

    December 2, 2016 at 3:56 am

    I had applied in 2016 IAS, but not included in the test . And I want apply in 2017 ,it would be my first attempt or second attempt.

    • RISHABH KUMAR says

      March 6, 2017 at 3:50 am

      Second.

  181. Ayesha says

    December 8, 2016 at 6:52 am

    Hii.Im selling ias books at half price except Pub ad anyone willing to buy can contact me @ 9791667829

  182. Ayesha says

    December 8, 2016 at 7:02 am

    Sorry it’s not for half price bcoz all are new books.If anyone interested can contact.

  183. Anandu S says

    December 11, 2016 at 7:26 am

    Sir,
    My left thumb has two fingers.Is there any problem in qualifying the IPS test?

  184. Pankaj Yadav says

    December 16, 2016 at 8:59 am

    sir i am very bad in physics and chemistry but i am good in other subjects.So i want to ask can i able to choose maths and english to qualify for UPSC.

  185. vijay kumar says

    December 20, 2016 at 6:48 am

    Sir I have doubt which type copy use in IAS mains exam.because I have problem write in white copy.I write always in one line or Hindi copy.please sir clear my doubt.because I start practice write in white copy.

  186. Subrata Chakraborty says

    December 21, 2016 at 1:49 pm

    I am serving in the Prestigious Indian Army as a Junior Commissioned Officer. I have completed 21 years of service. I am 41 yrs Old. Should I apply for any IAS or IPS exam ? give me reply please. i am graduate for history Hons (2nd class)

    • ClearIAS.com says

      December 21, 2016 at 3:14 pm

      If your category permits an attempt, you should definitely try civil services. Check your eligibility here: https://www.clearias.com/ias-exam-eligibility/

  187. Rishi Shrivastava says

    December 21, 2016 at 7:28 pm

    sir please help
    sir me b.tech computer science ka student hoon mera dream hai ias so maine abhi se hi tyaari start kar di hai clear ias is best to support in my preparation but ik question disturb kar rha ki mera 8th semester june 2019 me khatam hoga or result approximately october november tak aayega kya me 2019 k liye eligible hoon upsc pre and mains sir please tell in detail in hindi
    in my email address

  188. Ram Sewak says

    December 25, 2016 at 3:23 pm

    महोदय जी,
    क्या यह संभव है की अध्यन सामग्री हिंदी मैं उपलब्ध हो जाये?

    धन्यवाद
    राम सेवक

  189. THANARAM says

    December 25, 2016 at 6:14 pm

    sir mujhe IAS me admision lene ke liye kab v kya ,kese aavedan karna hota hai

  190. smita jain says

    December 29, 2016 at 1:23 am

    I am doing m.pharma. I want to do give exam of issues and preparations for ias. Can I do this? And what type of strategy will be follow

  191. Naveen says

    January 3, 2017 at 12:20 pm

    Please guide me the correct
    Which one to choose for preliminary general studies package
    Mc graw HILLS VS SPECTRUM VS UNIQUE VS ACCESS PUBLICATIONS VS Arihant

  192. [email protected] says

    January 4, 2017 at 3:42 pm

    Before Prelims I am 2nd yrs After Prelims I am 3rd yrs BA 2017-18 appering Can I give upsc Main And Interview Pls Tell Me Fast

  193. chandra says

    January 10, 2017 at 2:38 pm

    Hi ,

    My uncle son studied primary school (4 years of study ) in the USA and rest he studied in India including Degree, so he want to take UPSC exam, I would like to know whether he will meet criteria to attend UPSC exam.

    Regards
    Chandra.

  194. Dhaval Rajyaguru says

    January 11, 2017 at 11:13 am

    Sir, I heard that language is not a barrier in UPSC Civil Services Examination. I am from Gujarat.
    I wanted to give answers in mains examination in Gujarati language. So is it possible to give all papers of mains attempt in Gujarati accept English paper which is only qualifying in nature? I am taking about GS-1 to 4 papers and Essay paper. I don’t know what the rules are. Waiting for your reply sir.

  195. karthik komati says

    January 18, 2017 at 9:32 am

    hi sir, i am studing b.tech..
    i was detained in b.tech..
    again i continue my enginnering
    after completing my b.tech
    am i eligble for writing civils exam?

  196. Vikas says

    January 23, 2017 at 1:01 pm

    Sir i am not able to write correct english but my medium is english . How will i be able to write in english

    • KAMLESH KUMAR says

      March 6, 2017 at 3:44 am

      Hi Vikas,
      I don’t have any idea about your background, so I am not going to say anything about you. But if you don’t want to write in English, then first you should check if you can change your medium of examination from the website of UPSC. Otherwise, remember that you have the time of more than 6 months and I think it is long enough period to improve your English writing skill. You should start writing something in English and keep it on until you get a confident. Remember that practice is what which make everything possible to you. You must have heard the dialogues of Mr. Amitabh Bachchan in KBC “Sikhana bandh toh jitana bandh”. So if you utilize your time in proper way, then there will be nothing away from you. You can get whatever you want.

      If you need any help from me in writing in English, you can contact me @[email protected]

      Feel free to contact.

  197. prabhudh says

    January 31, 2017 at 10:36 am

    Good morning sir…… Myself prabhudh. I am preparing for upsc IPS exam. Sir I joined army in 2005 but I left after 4 months without information. I wanted to know that this will created any problem in future for IPS? Please help me sir.

  198. HARI GOPAN says

    February 2, 2017 at 8:47 pm

    SIR CAN I WRITE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION IF I OPT HUMANITIES

  199. SHEKHAR SUMAN says

    February 3, 2017 at 8:14 pm

    sir, i had pcb in 12th class and i had pass out in 2013. i was preparing for medical now i cant due to neet rules changed. Will there be any problem in selection. AND PLZ SUGGEST ME FROM WHICH SUBJECT I MUST DO HONOURS IN B.A. I HAD SEARCHED A LOT BUT DIDN”T FIND MY ANSWER PLZ HELP.

  200. Manovidhya says

    February 6, 2017 at 3:52 pm

    Sir please tell that. Without any degrees we write this exams

    • KAMLESH KUMAR says

      March 6, 2017 at 3:29 am

      Hi Manovidhya,
      If you are interested in just writing this examination then it’s OK. In your case you can write for prelims and mains. But while filling up the application form you will have to mention about you graduation degree. I think it is not a good idea. Remaining decision is up to you.

  201. Aman agrawal says

    February 18, 2017 at 10:02 pm

    Sir
    I am from science stream so I want to know that is there any change in syllabus of upsc or not means that the percantage of art subjects decrease or not

  202. Ayushman Naik says

    February 19, 2017 at 1:48 am

    Sirr m doing btch in civil engineering …… And m not started prepairing for thisss ….. Plzzz hlp me to prepare for disss give me some tipsss ….

  203. Radhika Sarraju says

    February 23, 2017 at 7:12 pm

    sir I’m a distant education student and I’m going to write my final year exams in December of 2018. am I eligible to appear for civils in 2018 as I can get my certificates of my degree before interview itself……plzz.. help me wid this confusion

  204. kumar says

    February 24, 2017 at 10:18 pm

    sir i’ve one doubt, if i qualify prelims then can i change my language medium for paper 1 to paper 7 ?

    • KAMLESH KUMAR says

      March 6, 2017 at 3:23 am

      No. You can’t do this.

  205. Yash says

    February 25, 2017 at 10:03 pm

    Sir ,my father and mother are group c workers,state government and income is above 6lakh ,so I have to compete in gm category now .1yr later my father gets retired,parents income comes below 6 lakh ,suppose I make next attempt whether I have to compete in gm category or can I compete in obc category?I am writing upsc exam

  206. Augustine says

    February 28, 2017 at 9:45 pm

    I am going to apply for civil service exam next year.I had changed my name after 10th.Now my new name is in 12th,degree certificates and aadhar card.If old name(which is in 10th certificate) or new name fill in the application form.I’m confused.Plz reply

    • ISHWAR PATEL says

      November 8, 2017 at 1:39 pm

      if your problem related ( name chane ) solved then call me because i am also face this problem my contact no. 9867324862 &
      8356864419
      ur call can solve my problem

  207. Sapana Nandanwar says

    March 2, 2017 at 8:35 am

    Sir I have one problem regarding caste
    If obc certificate is not there ,what I m doing for premlinary examination because my caste is under obc. So plz reply sir

    • KAMLESH KUMAR says

      March 6, 2017 at 3:20 am

      Hi Sapana,
      you are supposed to produce the OBC certificate anyhow if you want to get all the facilities available for OBC candidates. If you fail to produce the same, you will be considered as an aspirant of general category. Refer to the notifications released by UPSC.

  208. SHAU says

    March 2, 2017 at 2:16 pm

    For which examination you like to be considered …CIVIL SERVICES OR IFS?

    WHICH OPTION I WILL SELECT SIR? PLESE HELP ME?

    • KAMLESH KUMAR says

      March 6, 2017 at 3:16 am

      Hi Shau,
      You are being asked about the examination which you are applying for.

  209. bhupendra says

    March 2, 2017 at 6:46 pm

    respected sir
    i was appeard in upsc pre exam
    in 2010 11 12 14 15 & 16
    i knew my 6 attemp is done
    sir
    any possibility to appear in 2017 pre exam
    for me ???
    bcoz I was appeard in exam of 2011
    my DOB-12/09/1986
    cat-gen

    • KAMLESH KUMAR says

      March 6, 2017 at 3:08 am

      Hello Bhupendra,
      Since you are in general category, so no more chance is left for you because you also know that only SIX attempts are there for general category aspirants. You should think about some other options. If you need any help from me, you can contact me @kamleshk067gmail.com.

      Thank You.

  210. Snehal says

    March 5, 2017 at 1:29 pm

    Sir
    I want to ask in which medium will be the prelim paper?
    I choose marathi medium for mains so will the prelims papers will be in marathi medium?

    • KAMLESH KUMAR says

      March 6, 2017 at 3:11 am

      Hi Snehal,
      The question paper of prelims examination would be only in Hindi and English medium.

  211. Neeraj Dwivedi says

    March 6, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    Sir,upsc ki full preparation ke liye kitna fee lagta hai (prelim+main) please guide me sir. ……….

  212. saran.k says

    March 8, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    i have taken french as my first language in 12th,
    am i able to attend upsc exam

  213. Maya says

    March 8, 2017 at 1:52 pm

    Sir, i have completed ME cse what qualification i have to select, Degree in engineering or something else

  214. Gopi says

    March 11, 2017 at 9:28 pm

    Hi Sir,

    I have changed my name through Andhra pradesh gazette in 2015. All educational certificates ( SSC, Inter, Degree and PG) have old name. And all ID cards (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, etc) have new name. Can I fill my new name in UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary) registration form. But in application, name field has the below note :
    Name as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate.

    Please suggest me.

    Thanks

  215. PRASAD says

    March 13, 2017 at 11:07 am

    Sir… I have completed my degree in BA( History polticalScience,Public Administration).
    There is a column in upsc application form regarding ” select your degree subject in graduation “.I am confused what to choose in that column. Can you please help me in choosing this column.

  216. Pooja says

    March 15, 2017 at 3:01 pm

    Hello Sir,
    My father’s first name is left in the 10th and 12th certificates, will it create problem during UPSC document verification ? School is not ready to help, Please show a way.

  217. Priya says

    March 16, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    Can i fill up the upsc civil exam 2017 online form once again as i made a mistake in selecting the optional subject
    Plz help me

    • ClearIAS.com says

      March 16, 2017 at 4:44 pm

      Yes.

  218. trisha says

    March 20, 2017 at 3:42 pm

    Can anyone tell me this year upsc prelims is going online

  219. Abhyanand says

    March 24, 2017 at 12:45 am

    Sir, I want to write the exam in Hindi medium with Mathematics as optional. But I have studied Mathematics in english medium. Can I write Mathematics using english even if I’ve opted hindi medium ?

  220. shiva says

    March 27, 2017 at 7:14 pm

    I have applied for both civil and ifs exams. Is there any possibility both exams can occur at the same time?

  221. Vishal says

    March 28, 2017 at 4:40 pm

    Sir, I want to ask you that is there any class,notes,study material,test series available in Delhi for CIVIL ENGINEERING AS OPTIONAL SUBJECT IN UPSC MAINS.

    PLEASE KINDLY REPLY

  222. Bibik Nambam says

    March 31, 2017 at 9:02 am

    Sir, last year i applied for UPSC CAPF AC 2016 and i did gave the examination, but this year i won’t be able to give the examination. Can i again apply for the same next year in 2018. Will it count to be my 2nd attempt or 3rd one ? there is also some age related issue, my date of birth is 20th dec 1989 but i do have my OBC certificate. i know that a OBC candidate can apply for 5 times but the real question is, if i skip one year, will i be able to give that exam with my previous registration number in the next year?

  223. Anup says

    April 2, 2017 at 6:36 pm

    Sir. I m doing bsc with physics honars n I passed class 12 with 49percent n I got grace 4 marks in chemistry so aftr completing degree m I elligible to for ias exm.

  224. Mayuri says

    April 3, 2017 at 12:45 am

    Sir,i am a bba student.i am very much confused regarding this.am i eligible for ias exams??please tell me..

  225. Rohit says

    April 11, 2017 at 8:24 pm

    sir, please guide me how to start and which books to refer for preparation of geography as pre-cum-mains approach?
    i am economics graduate student, and asking your guidance just for pre and mains and not for optinal.
    eagerly waiting for your response!! ☺

  226. Mohit Kumar Chauhan says

    April 13, 2017 at 6:13 am

    sir I have voice problem, so, am I able to IAS. I have great dream to become an IAS officer even since childhood

  227. Anand Alex says

    April 14, 2017 at 2:58 pm

    Sir,
    Is there any time table for online prelims test series

  228. Rasika says

    April 19, 2017 at 3:51 pm

    Sir I have little weakness in English but now I go to English class to increase my English knowledge. I will complete my degree in2019
    can I write my exam in Tamil?
    Where can I get Tamil study materials? If English knowledge is must how can I improve my English speaking translating skills?

  229. Itika says

    April 19, 2017 at 10:03 pm

    Hello , I am preparing to give ias exam next year but i have a query as i will turn 21 in the month of September and as we know that exam will start in july/aug , so plz tell me that will i be eligible to give exam next year .

    • Urvashi says

      April 22, 2017 at 3:52 pm

      As per rules you should be 21 years old on 1st August,so you can’t give the exam.I also have the same situation

  230. Urvashi says

    April 22, 2017 at 3:47 pm

    I am pursuing graduation in microbiology and I want to do IAS,there is no option of microbiology subjects in the syllabus.which subject should I choose??

  231. Manu says

    April 28, 2017 at 5:32 pm

    Sir I have made reading The Hindu a habbit.Should I write down current affairs notes directly by myself from The Hindu or relying completely on the notes from this website and noting it down is enough ?while writing down directly from the newspaper their is a confusion of what and what not to note?

  232. Rohit says

    May 1, 2017 at 9:57 pm

    which magazines and journals should i read for prelims and mains preparation?

  233. Aditya dixit says

    May 5, 2017 at 7:13 am

    Hallo sir/madam,
    I am 15 years old and I gave my exam of class 12 this year. I wanna become an ias officer. My birth month is September so I could not apply for upsc exam so I have at least 7 years for preparation but I have no idea what will I do in remaining 4 years after graduation. Please give me some idea.

  234. Dina says

    May 11, 2017 at 11:13 pm

    Can a NRI write the UPSC exam?

  235. Fara inamdar says

    May 13, 2017 at 12:20 am

    Sir,I had changed my name after 10th…then I have to fill upsc form with new name or old name? Please help me.my emailId is [email protected]

  236. Khemchand Saini says

    May 19, 2017 at 7:56 am

    I am graduated in b.com I have degree but I am fail in b.com part 2 than iam eligible for upsc.

  237. Deepak says

    May 23, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    Hello ,
    I Graduate With BE With Mech Branch and My Age Is 31 Years ( SC Category ). I want To Join IAS Coaching . I want to Know That Can I Clear The Exam.Is It Possible . If Yes Then How Many Time….Plz Suggest Me.. Plz..
    Thank U

  238. pragya says

    May 25, 2017 at 4:17 pm

    i am student B.A final my subject are(history , geography, sociology) plz give the guidence first which subject I study for prepared for u.p.s.c

  239. rasika says

    May 26, 2017 at 4:02 pm

    hello beta

    one question please say yes or no …my daughter 18th aug 1985 born is she eligible for next year 2018

    blessings

    • ClearIAS.com says

      May 26, 2017 at 8:20 pm

      Does she belong to the general category? If yes, as per the present age limits the answer is NO – as she will cross 32 years as on August 1. There is age relaxation for other categories.

  240. Raju says

    May 27, 2017 at 11:22 am

    Sir
    My name is intentionally added to a criminal case and fir is charged. Now I am acquitted from the case. Last year I failed in mains. This time I am sure that I will pass mains. As I am acquitted from the case, whether UPSC will reject me or accept me for civil service

    • ClearIAS.com says

      May 27, 2017 at 7:39 pm

      If you are acquitted, then there is no need to worry. UPSC will surely accept you. Start preparing well.

  241. Abhilash Rajoria says

    May 27, 2017 at 11:04 pm

    I need IAS study materialof civil engineering.

  242. Reshma says

    June 1, 2017 at 12:48 am

    I am doing my 4th year BDS. Am I eligible for attending the IAS exam???

  243. Arpan gupta says

    June 3, 2017 at 9:02 pm

    Sir what is the percentage criteria of graduation for indian forest service exam

  244. Ujjwal joshi says

    June 5, 2017 at 2:59 pm

    Sir i m pass class 12 in science subject and i want to prepare ias exam, can i give upse exam

  245. sagar says

    June 6, 2017 at 1:41 pm

    sir,

    Is there option for chossing language hindi or english.

    Can we exam in hindi medium.

  246. Sukrati says

    June 8, 2017 at 12:51 am

    Hello. I am in a big dilemma. From this year the exams are being to be conducted early. I want to appear in 2018 examinations but, the last date of form filling would be in march and going to be 21 in may and the candidates are supposed to be born before 1 august, so, am I eligible for 2018 examinations?

  247. Sukrati says

    June 9, 2017 at 9:48 pm

    Hello. I am in a big dilemma. From this year the exams are being to be conducted early. I want to appear in 2018 examinations but, the last date of form filling would be in march and I am going to be 21 in may, i.e., my date of birth is 5 may 1997 and the candidates are supposed to be born before 1 august, so, am I eligible for 2018 examinations?

  248. Ashutosh Sahu says

    June 13, 2017 at 12:00 pm

    If a student is backlog in graduation then after they clear this back paper so the student can became a IAS officer

  249. MONU says

    June 25, 2017 at 2:35 am

    Hello Sir/Madam
    I want to know that sir mene 10t and 12th private kia h and Graduation distance se kia h
    Kya me IAS k liye eligible me hu
    MERI schooling private h me eligible hu IAS k liye plz inform me
    10th private kia h 12th private kia h graduation distance se h

  250. juned says

    June 25, 2017 at 3:55 pm

    Can we give exam in gujarati language in upsc mains?

  251. Ranuj Medak says

    June 28, 2017 at 2:40 pm

    Hello sir ,I am from Assam ,Can I take assamese literature as main optional subject ? I confused as I have to take assamese as qualifying paper in preliminary exam,please please reply

  252. nandhini says

    June 29, 2017 at 8:02 pm

    what are the basic books to be referred for preliminary exam

  253. Pratyush Pranjal says

    July 2, 2017 at 7:42 am

    Which place is better preparation for IAS Delhi or Chennai???

  254. rajeshkanna says

    July 8, 2017 at 10:03 am

    Sir I am working in a private bank and I have surrendered my all my original educational certificates for a bond period of 3 years. But I want to write Upsc civil service exam then what should I do while document verification before interview.

  255. Tushar desai says

    July 12, 2017 at 11:18 pm

    I am a physics graduate and I want to give indian forest service exam .If i opted for ifs then my attempt will be conduct in upacara exam (for ias,is) or ifs??

  256. Devkinandan says

    July 19, 2017 at 10:48 pm

    sir beginners ke liye jo 5 books for better India de rakhi hai
    kya Hindi me bhi online available hai
    please reply and send link

  257. Monu says

    July 25, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    Sir I’m b.sc. agriculture student
    I have passed intermediate with Hindi medium and in UG programme all the syllabus is in english.
    So I am confused in taking the medium in my IAS exam

  258. sachin says

    July 27, 2017 at 10:01 am

    Dear sir
    i am sachin i lost my 3 limbs in accident 2 legs and 1 arm but now i able to walk and able to write. can i able to attend UPSC exams? pls instruct me.

    • ClearIAS.com says

      July 27, 2017 at 12:10 pm

      Sachin…Really appreciate your spirit and enthusiasm. The medical requirements for differently abled candidates are mentioned in the UPSC CSE Prelims notification. It will be also available in the Gazette. You may Google for previous year Prelims notification to see the medical standards. All the best!

  259. Thakkar Nisha says

    July 27, 2017 at 12:43 pm

    Thank you so much sirr..clear ias is helping me n it is very usefull for me…bt i have little confusion about mains so plzzz guide me sir.. m from Gujarat n gujarati Medium student..sir mains me regional english n optional ke alwa jo 4 g.s pepars n eassay pepar can i write pepar in gujarati language???

  260. Avdesh says

    July 29, 2017 at 9:12 am

    Hi Team,

    Kindly suggest me i was average student in my school and college, now i want preparation for civil services so how can i be regular for preparation.

    Regards,

    Avdesh

  261. Yonten says

    August 5, 2017 at 12:13 pm

    Dear sir/ mam I have a very poor background in mathematics, so i wonder that student like me can write the upsc exam, please guide me,

  262. suhail says

    August 10, 2017 at 3:21 pm

    sir/ ma’am any person can do upsc or ias after completing AMIE { associate institution member of engineer

  263. jitender singh says

    August 10, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    Dear sir/mam,

    Please tell me if I have once filled the form of civil services but I couldn’t have appeared in it.
    So will it be counted as an attempt for me?

  264. Ashish Kumar says

    August 21, 2017 at 11:57 pm

    sir i am the student of 1st year of b.sc agriculture…my dream is to be a IAS. so plz advice me that should I go for prep after b.sc or from now !!

  265. Bhagyshri saxena says

    August 24, 2017 at 3:47 pm

    Which ncert is good for preparation old or new

    • Irshad sheikh says

      September 9, 2017 at 4:41 pm

      Anyone old r new from 6-12th for understanding higher books

  266. Rohit Kumar says

    September 2, 2017 at 1:38 am

    Sir in upsc cds online form, in religion box not showing Hindu what should I do
    Please reply

  267. naazia says

    September 6, 2017 at 6:05 pm

    sir i did b pharmacy.am i eligible to write indian forest service.please reply

  268. Irshad sheikh says

    September 9, 2017 at 2:20 pm

    Respected Clear IAS
    My question is . Can I clear UPSC without coaching because I can’t afford for tuition I have a financial problem and I need some tips for clearing Upsc without coaching. Plz reply sir I am waiting

  269. Hitesh Nagar says

    September 27, 2017 at 3:07 pm

    Can I prepare here in hindi medium?

  270. Pavan kumar says

    October 2, 2017 at 8:35 pm

    Sir if someone completed all attempts in upsc , didn’t get any rank ,then that person is eligible to teach classes with his own graduation,,are any degree courses are there???

  271. Roshni says

    October 2, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    Sir,
    I m a doctor, doing internship. I have qualified in upsc cms written test and have called for interview. I just started internship 2months back. And I m not a person who is always watching news, mainly because of lack of time. I have seen some of the mock upsc interviews. I m not aware how to prepare for the interview. And what all things or topics should I cover and how to prepare for upsc cms interview .so please help me…

  272. Rashi says

    October 3, 2017 at 7:06 pm

    Dear sir,
    I am a B.A student. I had left my study after completing my M.A. in 2014. I was confused to choice right career. That’s why i am still jobless. I am a political science student. I am from West bengal. I belongs to bengali medium. After three years , i have decided to go for IAS exam. I wonder whether i can do it or not? Because those who are reading for IAS are far intelligent than me and also they are good in english.. Please guide me… which would be right for me?

  273. Sonu mishra says

    October 21, 2017 at 12:02 pm

    मेरी ग्रेजुएशन 4 साल मे क्लियर हुई है क्या मे ias की इग्जाम दे सकता हु

  274. Reshma Susan Thomas says

    October 26, 2017 at 10:35 am

    I have started preparation for UPSC 2018 now in October.
    So is it possible that i prepare from both NCERT books and reference books or should i stick to anyone of them?
    If yes, then which one i should stick to? NCERT books or reference books?

  275. prashik raibole says

    October 27, 2017 at 11:21 pm

    Can I give all paper if IAS in Marathi language?

  276. saumya mishra says

    October 31, 2017 at 3:46 pm

    Sir, I’m little confused with my optional subject. Public administration or political science which one is the best for cse 2018?? I’m interested in both eqaully. Now a days, which is the best optional subject??

  277. IMRAN SC says

    November 1, 2017 at 11:02 am

    In Which Language We Can Write the IAS exams..?

  278. aditya kishore says

    November 1, 2017 at 5:39 pm

    any language which is recognised by govt of India but knowledge of English is must

  279. priti pathak says

    November 4, 2017 at 6:31 pm

    can i give ias exam and iss exam both ??

  280. rishi says

    November 5, 2017 at 6:49 pm

    i want to know about UPSC board of examination
    when UPSC [ CSE ] start making question paper and when they will stop ?

  281. Manjunatha says

    November 5, 2017 at 9:02 pm

    Sir/Madam
    I have completed my undergraduate course and I’m persuing L.L.B.
    Can I apply for I.A.S???

  282. Ashish says

    November 28, 2017 at 11:53 pm

    Sir mai 2017 me BA 1 semester me admission liya to kya mai 2019 me ias Prelims exam de sakta hu
    Plz help sir

  283. Unnaty Karn says

    December 10, 2017 at 4:31 pm

    Would a degree from Prayag Sangeet Samiti , Allahabad , in the field of Kathak ,be regarded appropriate to fill up the form for Civil Services Exam ?

  284. Chitra says

    December 15, 2017 at 12:12 am

    Hii sir…I am moving to USA for 2 years because of my husband’s job.. Am I eligible for the exam after coming from USA ??. If I get NRI status am I eligible for exam??

  285. Kiran Kumar Shetty G says

    December 27, 2017 at 1:31 am

    If we choose Kannada as compulsory paper , so that we need write GS papers in English is it possible

  286. madhu says

    January 17, 2018 at 1:32 pm

    sir,
    is it right decision for ias coaching by immediate completion of graduation

  287. Sharada says

    January 22, 2018 at 10:47 am

    Sir, my date of birth is 12-02-1981, SC candidate, am I eligible to attend the IAS Prelims 2018. Please suggest me

  288. Ashish says

    January 22, 2018 at 7:48 pm

    Hello sir i m a b-tech 1st year student. I want to become an ias officer. Plz tell me what strategy should i follow from now itself for better result in future…..
    I will follow ur shedule…

  289. RIZWAN KHAN says

    January 24, 2018 at 12:39 pm

    IF IM GIVING PRELIMINARY EXAM IN JUNE 2018 AND THEN MAINS EXAM THANE IM SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW IF IM NOT CRACK INTERVIEW THEN IM RETURN STARTING FROM PRELIMINARY EXAM
    BUT ONLINE FORM DATE IS FOR PRELIMINARY EXAMS IS MARCH END THEN WHAT CAN I DO FOR 2019 PRELIMINARY EXAMS

  290. Pranati Kumari Biswal says

    February 9, 2018 at 8:19 am

    Sir…gd mrng…

    Sir I have a problem.. I filled up my form tomorrow.. but wrongly I filled that I M belongs to creamy layer..can any change be possible in this form..???

    • ClearIAS.com says

      February 9, 2018 at 8:37 am

      Yes, file a new application. UPSC considers the latest application. However, you will need to pay again.

  291. Pavan says

    February 9, 2018 at 12:31 pm

    This Tim very Few seats 782, I have Three More attempts in my Hand.
    This Tim ,I’m thinking Whether to attend exam or not,bcz very few seats. The cutoff going to High
    Next year will be more seats
    What’s Ur opinion, Confusing

  292. Shaikh Nazir says

    February 12, 2018 at 4:08 pm

    In upsc main how much qulifing mark in optional subjects

  293. Kapildev Behera says

    February 13, 2018 at 11:07 pm

    Hello Sir, I am Kapildev Behera from Odisha. Currently I lives in mumbai
    and I have just started preparaing upsc. My query regarding correction of certficate. Sir my name is Kapildev Behera in 10th certificate but in B.Tech my name is written as Kapil Dev Behera due to misspelling. I have no middle name according to 10th certificate, what I do? I have already completed my degree now i am preparing for civil services. I googled a lot and asked to college sir after finished my degree but they told me it won’t be any problem in job for a gap in name. Any suggest sir ? Will I face any problem ?

  294. Ajay sadhu says

    February 18, 2018 at 1:20 am

    My written language of upsc mains is Gujarati and i want to choose mathamatics as an optinal subject so in which language i must be write in my optional subject paper ? Because all book sources of mathematics are in English only and paper checker is also know English only so can I write my optional paper in English ?

  295. Shino says

    February 21, 2018 at 7:40 pm

    I can attend the civil service exam this year without age relaxation .But when i submitted the application i claimed age relaxation .Is it cause any problem in future?

  296. Akash Gupta says

    February 22, 2018 at 11:29 pm

    Respected Sir/Ma`am Please inform me that if I want to appear only for IFS 2018 since prelims is common for both. Does this will be counted in my attempts for UPSC or appearing only in IFS will not be included in attempts.

  297. aaqib ahmad bhat says

    February 25, 2018 at 9:58 am

    sir i applied for IFS exam during filling a form i put wrong exam centre ,now i want to change my exam centre ,so i request you please tell me how i change my exam centre and send feedback in my g-mail like [email protected]

  298. sushmabalakrishnan says

    February 26, 2018 at 8:12 pm

    Sir… i wanna to be an administrative officer but unfortunately and due to my family issues i didn’t done my 12th std alternatively i did diploma and completed B.E (Mech)….shall i apply for UPSC Civil Service (IPS). Guide me what to do now …… reply me as soon as possible..
    [email protected]

  299. Ritesh says

    March 3, 2018 at 8:36 pm

    I m fill the preliums form. I can get english language as mains. After preliums i can change the languages????

  300. SHIKHA says

    March 3, 2018 at 10:07 pm

    I WISH TO APPEAR IN UPSC EXAM THIS YEAR BUT MY SC CERTIFICATE HAS NOT ARRIVED YET IT WILL ARRIVE WITHIN THIS MONTH ONLY …. SO IF I FILL THE UPSC FORM FOR THIS YEAR AS A GENERAL CATEGORY WILL I BE ABLE TO CHANGE IT FURTHER IN FUTURE ??????

  301. Pranya says

    March 8, 2018 at 10:34 pm

    i am bad at mathematics can i skip numeracy portion in csat exam and focus on other potions …can then also i’ll be able to clear my gs paper 2?

  302. sparsh says

    March 9, 2018 at 4:10 pm

    should we read old editions of ncert books or the recent editions for preparation of upsc

  303. Gagandeep singh says

    March 12, 2018 at 11:25 am

    sir can i choose both languages for exam like history,polity in hindi and physics,chemistry,maths in english……

  304. Arjun says

    April 4, 2018 at 5:36 pm

    I’ve backlogs in degree I couldn’t complete my graduation in one attempt… So is it possible for me to write upsc and …And whether it will effect in interview??!..Please help me out…

    • ClearIAS.com says

      April 4, 2018 at 5:55 pm

      Hi, You can write UPSC exam once you complete graduation. That won’t be a problem in the interview.

  305. Mohd Amir Mian says

    April 4, 2018 at 8:14 pm

    Dear sir i have done b.com and i wanna be an I A S officer. But i dont know how i start prepration help me

  306. Akash wadhwa says

    April 17, 2018 at 9:48 pm

    Sir/Mam
    If somebody fails to reach examination centre in their first attempt .is that attempt will count or not???(for general)

    • ClearIAS.com says

      April 18, 2018 at 10:48 am

      Only if a candidate appears in the exam, that will be counted as an attempt.

  307. Manoranjan Behera says

    April 18, 2018 at 4:18 pm

    I have scored only 53% in my graduation. Is it affect in upsc exam for selection

  308. Rahul says

    April 26, 2018 at 6:05 pm

    Sir what if I don’t produce my caste certificate at the time of documents verification of UPSC civils exam.
    Will I be counted as General category candidate.

  309. Anmol Tandon says

    April 30, 2018 at 10:31 am

    Sir i do 3 year Polytechnic diploma regular and also do 3 year b.com degree private in same year 2010-2013. Do i apply for civil services exams?

  310. Arun says

    May 1, 2018 at 11:33 pm

    Sir I have done my graduation but I am not done 12 because after 10 I go for diploma in electrical
    I am eligible for IAS or not

  311. zakir sumra says

    May 3, 2018 at 7:30 pm

    can l appear upsc exam in gujrati ? and does upsc ask question in gujrati for gujrati mideum student??

  312. Jaspreet Kaur says

    May 11, 2018 at 12:20 pm

    Sir, me 2017 and 2018 dono years me upsc exam ke liye application submit ki thi bt preparation nahi hone ki wajah s. Mne 2017 ka preliminary exam nahi diya and is baar bhi preparation nahi h to me is baar bhi nahi de paugi to kya nest year 2019 mere upsc exam application submit karne and exam dene me koi problem to nahi hogi plz reply my question

  313. ABHINANDAN KUMAR says

    May 16, 2018 at 4:16 pm

    Is Class 12 marks affects in clearing IAS
    if then how much it required?

  314. shailendra verma says

    May 31, 2018 at 6:21 pm

    sir
    b.l.ed karne ke baad kya ias ke liye apply kar sakte hai

  315. Suparna giri says

    June 2, 2018 at 7:50 am

    Dob-09/09/1987 gen cat ..may i elligible for ias 2019..if the age limit will same as before 32 yrs for gen cat..

  316. Rahul says

    June 5, 2018 at 8:24 am

    Are there any rules to get the SAME SET OF QUESTION PAPERS For both the exams csat and gs in prilims ?

  317. Darapu mounika says

    June 11, 2018 at 11:55 am

    If we will clear prelims exam but not qualified in mains can we have chance to write direct mains exam in next year or else again we have to write prelims???

    • ClearIAS.com says

      June 11, 2018 at 12:37 pm

      Hi, even if you reached mains or interview stage, for the next attempt – you need to start from prelims.

  318. Deenanath pandit says

    June 14, 2018 at 4:04 pm

    Sir now, I am doing diploma and after my b. Tech, can I attempt upsc exam and my branch is civil but I have not 12th degree

  319. ANUJ MEENA says

    June 15, 2018 at 1:18 pm

    what is most helpful for upsc preparations BA or BA history honours???please tell

  320. Prasanth says

    June 21, 2018 at 7:27 pm

    Sir..does provisional degree certificate enough for appearing mains exam…

  321. Sharad Sharma says

    June 24, 2018 at 11:40 am

    If we cleared Upsc exam and we get good rand in CSE so can you tell me what happend next procedure to reach lbsnaa and how to take addmission in Foundatation courese. Can you tell me complete procedure to reach Lbsnaa
    please reply me as soon as possible.

  322. Jayasree says

    June 24, 2018 at 2:22 pm

    Hello! My background is biotechnology. But I’m very much interested in medical science optional. But paper 2 is full of case studies. Will face problems with this optional? Or shall I continue?

  323. Prince says

    June 27, 2018 at 3:50 pm

    Respected Sir/Ma’am,
    I am 16 as on 1st August 2018.
    When can I apply for USPC- CSE ??

  324. Altamash siddiqui says

    July 6, 2018 at 11:36 pm

    I am a governmented employee. Can I appear the UPSC CSE ?????

  325. Akansha says

    July 15, 2018 at 9:18 am

    Respected Sir/Madam

    I did my graduation in English literature, sir can I take English literature as optional paper in mains ?

    Regards

  326. Rohit says

    July 15, 2018 at 10:52 pm

    If i study newspaper online and not offline. Is it sufficient or should i read a newspaper offline too?

  327. mohd shariq says

    July 16, 2018 at 3:11 pm

    i have mistakenly choosen hindi while filling form of upsc CAPF, as a meduim of writing essay….now can i write essay in english
    plz answer

  328. Shilpi says

    July 18, 2018 at 12:38 pm

    Can I choose my medium as English in prelims and Hindi in mains

  329. Meera says

    July 19, 2018 at 9:18 pm

    Sir,

    I have changed my name in state govt Gazette & have the gazette notification copy.
    I wish to apply for civil service exam next year.
    My 10th,12th & Degree certificates are in OLD name.
    Also, changed all my ID proofs to NEW name.

    Will they accept my name change if i apply in new name?

    Also, in the final process can I produce gazette notification copy along with certificates holding the OLD name?

    • Wasim says

      September 21, 2018 at 11:49 pm

      Hello Meera. I too have the same issue. If you get your answer then please let me know.
      You can mail me here [email protected]
      Or ping me in whatsapp 9800094786.
      Please let me know.

  330. md.yasin says

    July 27, 2018 at 8:43 pm

    i have compleated diploma in civil engineering and also be in civil engineering. am i able to apply for IAS/IPS exams? or is it complosry to compleate the 2nd puc and degree
    ..plls sir reply me

  331. Nishu Priya says

    August 1, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    Will it be an issue in the selection procedures of a woman candidate opting for UPSC CSE ( IPS ) if she has a tattoo on her wrist ( near to the place where we used to wear wristwatches ) of four letters, i.e., the name of her elder sister who is no more? Will it be an issue even if the candidate belongs to the ST category?

  332. Brindha Radha Krishnan says

    August 3, 2018 at 9:43 pm

    Sir,
    Whether a heart patient can attend IAS exam?

  333. Sweety says

    August 7, 2018 at 9:06 pm

    Respected sir/ madam , I have completed my b.pharm and planning to join m.pharm this year  . Can I appear for UPSC CSE this year while simultaneously completing my m.pharm first year ?? Or should I wait till the completion of my masters, prepare for UPSC in these 2 years and then appear for the exams??

  334. pankaj kumar ray says

    August 13, 2018 at 5:18 pm

    My graduation session is 2018-2021. and my DOB is 07/05/2000. May i gave 2020 prelims in last year

  335. pankaj kumar ray says

    August 13, 2018 at 5:19 pm

    My graduation sesssion is 2018-2021. and my DOB is 07/05/2000. May i gave 2020 prelims in last year

  336. ajithkumar says

    August 20, 2018 at 11:14 am

    upsc exam may eligible for how arrears in under graduate

  337. santosh p says

    August 27, 2018 at 9:00 pm

    to sir i am complete in b.tech mechanical-2014 in ksou mysore i apply for mpsc exam?
    pls give me detail

  338. Pragathi says

    September 18, 2018 at 8:19 am

    Sir
    I have a tattoo on my right hand (just a design)
    Am I eligible to write upsc exams?
    Please help
    I’m 19 now
    Thought of Starting for preparation
    But then ppl told tatoo is not allowed for government jobs (regretting now for getting tattooed)

  339. priya singh says

    September 24, 2018 at 12:25 pm

    this year on 6 july 2018 I am 20years. is it possible to fill the form of 2019 upsc exam

  340. Brian Reiter says

    October 13, 2018 at 4:43 pm

    this domestic help unlawful entry and harijan act at body and soul up agra

  341. Shivam Yadav says

    October 26, 2018 at 9:42 am

    My qualifications 10th ,diploma in civil engineering & B.Tech
    Can I able to apply form upsc

  342. Manoj says

    November 12, 2018 at 10:04 am

    I’m in confuse,, my date of birth is 31-07-1984.., my category is B.C,, i knew that my age limit is 35 years,, but still i’m in confuse.,, did anybody can tell me that i can attend the upsc prelims exam on 2019 or not??

  343. Kaushal says

    November 17, 2018 at 6:33 pm

    I want to take Maths as my optional subject but my medium is Hindi….can I write maths papers in English & all other papers in Hindi??.. kindly reply.

  344. KISHAN KUMAR says

    November 25, 2018 at 4:14 pm

    I want to information about SCRA EXAM 2019.

  345. ClearIAS.com says

    December 15, 2018 at 4:20 pm

    Thank you all for commenting. As we have released a new ebook to clarify most of your queries, we are closing this comment thread. It has been pretty long, isn’t it?

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