The UPSC Civil Services Examination (IAS) is a prestigious competitive exam in India, conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), offering entry into various administrative services like IAS, IPS, and IFS. Similarly, the Indian Forest Service Examination (IFS), also conducted by UPSC, recruits candidates specifically for forestry and environmental management roles. Both exams consist of three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Personality Test. Successful candidates serve the nation in diverse capacities.
Important Dates:
- Notification Release: February 14, 2024
- Application Start Date: February 14, 2024
- Application Deadline: March 5, 2024 (6:00 PM)
- Exam Dates:
- Preliminary Exam: May 26, 2024
- Mains Exam: September 20, 2024 (tentative)
Exam Stages:
- The UPSC Civil Services Exam is a three-stage process:
- Preliminary Examination (Prelims): This is the first stage to shortlist candidates for the main exam. It typically happens in May.
- Main Examination (Mains): This in-depth exam tests a wider range of subjects. It’s usually held in September.
- Interview/Personality Test:Â The final stage assesses a candidate’s personality, leadership qualities, and suitability for the civil services.
Official Resources:
- UPSC Website: https://upsc.gov.in/
- UPSC Annual Calendar 2024: https://upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/AnnualCalendar-2024-engl-100523.pdf (This provides a general timeline for various UPSC exams)
UPSC Age Limit:Â
As of now, the age limit for appearing in the UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE) is 32 years.
UPSC EPFO Notification:Â
The UPSC releases notifications for various recruitment exams, including the EPFO (Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation) exam. Keep checking the official UPSC website (https://upsc.gov.in/) for the latest updates and specific notification for the EPFO exam.
UPSC EPFO Syllabus:Â
The syllabus for each exam conducted by the UPSC is mentioned in the respective notification. Once the EPFO notification is released, you’ll find the detailed syllabus within it.
UPSC CSAT Syllabus:Â
The CSAT (Civil Services Aptitude Test) is a qualifying paper for the UPSC CSE. It assesses a candidate’s aptitude in areas like comprehension, reasoning, decision-making, and basic numeracy. You can find the CSAT syllabus on the official UPSC website.
Additional Information:
- Hit and Run New Law UPSC: This topic might be relevant for the UPSC CSE’s General Studies section. Refer to credible news sources and government websites for comprehensive details.
- Uniform Civil Code UPSC: Similar to the above, this could be a topic relevant to the General Studies section. Consulting reliable news sources and official government documents is recommended.
- Laxmikant’s Polity Book:Â This book is a popular resource for studying Indian Polity for the UPSC exam.
- Remember, while helpful, one study resource alone might not be sufficient.
