Overview
- The UPSC conducted the preliminary exam on May 25 in two shifts across multiple centres nationwide, with results due by mid-June.
- Qualified candidates can access a roll-number PDF on the commission’s official website without login credentials.
- A minimum of 33% in the CSAT and the General Studies Paper I cut-off is required to advance; aspirants reported the CSAT as particularly tough.
- Over 92% of applicants used the new Aadhaar-based authentication for registration, and successful candidates must submit a Detailed Application Form-I detailing personal and service preferences.
- The UPSC CSE Mains exam is slated for August 22, marking the next stage in filling 979 civil service vacancies.