The top and difficult exam of the country UPSC Civil Services Main Examination (UPSC CSE) is starting from today. Admit cards for candidates have already been issued. This year the main examination will be held in two shifts between 22 August and 31 August. The morning shift is going on from 9 am to 12 noon, while the afternoon session will run from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.

Who are eligible for this exam?

A total of 14,161 candidates have been successful in this year’s Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2025 results. These candidates are now eligible to appear in the main examination. UPSC Mains is an important part of the written selection process. Candidates who have passed the main examination will then be called for personality testing or interview.

What to take in the exam and what not?

It is mandatory for the candidates to keep the admit card for admission in the examination hall. The admit card should have a photo of the candidate. Apart from this, ID Proof will also have to be taken along. According to the reporting timing, the morning shift candidates should report till 8:30 pm and the afternoon candidate till 2 pm. After this, no candidate will be allowed to enter the exam hall.

UPSC has given clear instructions that no electronic goods have to be taken to the examination hall. It includes mobile, smartwatch, peemer, camera, gadgets and any type of communication device. By doing this, strict action can be taken against the candidate. Candidates have been advised not to bring their bags or expensive items in the exam hall, because the commission does not have the facility to keep it. Only pen, pencil and water bottle are allowed to be carried.

Special instructions for girls

Candidates have been advised to wear light clothes in the examination and not to wear any kind of metal jewelery. This will make the security check and admission process simple and intensified.

Importance of exam

UPSC Civil Services Mains is not only written examination, but it is the first important step of selection in top services like Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS). Candidates who score good marks in this exam will be included in the interview round and will be ready for final selection.

Tips for candidates

• Keep the admit card and identity proof right and together.
• Reach the examination venue on time.
• Leave unnecessary goods at home.
• Wear light and comfortable clothes.
• Take only the necessary ingredients with you.

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UPSC CSE Mains Exam 2025: There is an important news for the youth dreaming of going to civil service. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has started the registration process for Civil Services Main Examination 2025. Candidates who have passed the preliminary examination can now apply for the main examination by visiting the Commission website upsc.gov.in.

14161 candidates were qualified

UPSC recently released a list of 14161 candidates, who have passed the Prelims (Prelims) held on 25 May 2025. Now it is mandatory for all these to apply to appear in the main examination. The last date for application is 25 June 2025, so candidates will have to complete the application with all the documents in time.

When will the main examination be?

According to the official calendar of UPSC, the Civil Services Main Examination will be held from 22 August to 26 August 2025. This time a total of 979 vacancies will be filled for high positions like IAS, IPS, IFS through UPSC CSE.

How much will the application fee be charged?

The application fee for general category and OBC category candidates has been fixed at Rs 200. While women, SC, ST and PWBD category candidates have been given full exemption in fees. Those candidates who need a question paper in accessories, writers (scribe) or big letters, they can update the related information during this form.

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Necessary information for those who change the name

Candidates whose name is different from the matriculation certificate or those who have recently changed the name, can also upload gazette notification along with the application.

Where to contact for any help?

If there is any question related to the application or examination, then the candidates can contact the facility counters of UPSC at Shah Jahan Road, New Delhi. This counter is open from 10 am to 5 pm. Apart from this, help can also be taken on telephone.

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