{"id":15952,"date":"2025-03-09T12:59:15","date_gmt":"2025-03-09T12:59:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/?p=15952"},"modified":"2025-04-07T09:25:48","modified_gmt":"2025-04-07T09:25:48","slug":"changes-in-upsc-notification-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Notification 2025: Key Details, Important Updates and FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>The <strong>Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)<\/strong> released the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 notification on January 22, 2025, announcing 979 vacancies. The application window is open from January 22 to February 21, 2025. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for May 25, 2025. For detailed information, including eligibility criteria and application procedures, please refer to the official notification available on the UPSC website.<\/em><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_56_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Key_Changes_in_UPSC_Notification_2025\" title=\"Key Changes in UPSC Notification 2025\">Key Changes in UPSC Notification 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#FAQs_about_UPSC_CSE_2025_Notification\" title=\"FAQs about UPSC CSE 2025 Notification\">FAQs about UPSC CSE 2025 Notification<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#How_to_modify_OTR_information\" title=\"How to modify OTR information?\">How to modify OTR information?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#How_to_modify_application_form_information\" title=\"How to modify application form information?\">How to modify application form information?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Can_candidates_withdraw_their_application_form\" title=\"Can candidates withdraw their application form?\">Can candidates withdraw their application form?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#FAQs_Certificates_and_Eligibility\" title=\"FAQs: Certificates and Eligibility\">FAQs: Certificates and Eligibility<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#If_I_have_a_PwBD_certificate_should_I_follow_a_different_sequence\" title=\"If I have a PwBD certificate, should I follow a different sequence?\">If I have a PwBD certificate, should I follow a different sequence?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#What_is_the_validity_of_the_OBC_NCL_certificate\" title=\"What is the validity of the OBC (NCL) certificate?\">What is the validity of the OBC (NCL) certificate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#What_is_the_validity_of_the_EWS_certificate\" title=\"What is the validity of the EWS certificate?\">What is the validity of the EWS certificate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#For_SCSTPwBD_are_there_financial_criteria_or_restrictions_on_the_date_of_issue\" title=\"For SC\/ST\/PwBD, are there financial criteria or restrictions on the date of issue?\">For SC\/ST\/PwBD, are there financial criteria or restrictions on the date of issue?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#When_is_the_age_limit_cutoff_counted\" title=\"When is the age limit cutoff counted?\">When is the age limit cutoff counted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Who_is_the_competent_authority_to_issue_OBCEWSSCST_Category_certificates\" title=\"Who is the competent authority to issue OBC\/EWS\/SC\/ST Category certificates?\">Who is the competent authority to issue OBC\/EWS\/SC\/ST Category certificates?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Can_final-year_students_appear_for_the_CSE_2025_exam\" title=\"Can final-year students appear for the CSE 2025 exam?\">Can final-year students appear for the CSE 2025 exam?<\/a><\/li><li 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href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Can_service_preferences_be_changed\" title=\"Can service preferences be changed?\">Can service preferences be changed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Can_the_category_be_changed_during_the_examination\" title=\"Can the category be changed during the examination?\">Can the category be changed during the examination?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#If_a_candidate_is_selected_in_IASIFS_can_they_apply_again\" title=\"If a candidate is selected in IAS\/IFS, can they apply again?\">If a candidate is selected in IAS\/IFS, can they apply again?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link 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be physical appearance candidate during the exam?\">What should be physical appearance candidate during the exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#What_is_arrival_time_for_the_exam_centre\" title=\"What is arrival time for the exam centre?\">What is arrival time for the exam centre?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Is_there_any_online_question_paper_representation_portal\" title=\"Is there any online question paper representation portal?\">Is there any online question paper representation portal?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#FAQs_Facilitation_and_Contact_Information\" title=\"FAQs: Facilitation and Contact Information\">FAQs: Facilitation and Contact Information<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#What_are_UPSC_Facilitation_Counters\" title=\"What are UPSC Facilitation Counters?\">What are UPSC Facilitation Counters?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#What_are_important_details_to_remember_for_future_correspondence_with_UPSC\" title=\"What are important details to remember for future correspondence with UPSC?\">What are important details to remember for future correspondence with UPSC?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#FAQs_Miscellaneous\" title=\"FAQs: Miscellaneous\">FAQs: Miscellaneous<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Can_achievements_overlap_in_different_sections_eg_cricket_as_hobby_prize_and_leadership\" title=\"Can achievements overlap in different sections (e.g., cricket as hobby, prize, and leadership)?\">Can achievements overlap in different sections (e.g., cricket as hobby, prize, and leadership)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Can_I_include_internships_as_job_roles\" title=\"Can I include internships as job roles?\">Can I include internships as job roles?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#What_if_I_did_freelancing_or_evaluation_work_without_certificates\" title=\"What if I did freelancing or evaluation work without certificates?\">What if I did freelancing or evaluation work without certificates?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#If_I_have_done_mistakes_in_the_OTR_eg_Minority_Category_What_should_I_do\" title=\"If I have done mistakes in the OTR (e.g., Minority Category): What should I do?\">If I have done mistakes in the OTR (e.g., Minority Category): What should I do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Can_I_use_a_one-year-old_photo\" title=\"Can I use a one-year-old photo?\">Can I use a one-year-old photo?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/blog\/changes-in-upsc-notification-2025\/#Download_UPSC_Notification_2025_PDF\" title=\"Download UPSC Notification 2025 PDF\">Download UPSC Notification 2025 PDF<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Changes_in_UPSC_Notification_2025\"><\/span><strong>Key Changes in UPSC Notification 2025<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Significant modifications to <strong>UPSC Notification 2025<\/strong> in order to improve transparency, expedite procedures, and provide candidates with greater freedom, the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 notification introduces a number of significant modifications. Among other things, these modifications in UPSC announcement 2025 include revisions to eligibility standards, document requirements, and service preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Below is a thorough analysis of the main modifications made in the notification:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_about_UPSC_CSE_2025_Notification\"><\/span><strong>FAQs about UPSC CSE 2025 Notification<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ratio ratio-16x9\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Changes in UPSC CSE 2025 Form Filling Explained By B Singh Sir | How to Fill the Form? NEXT IAS\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qPrZItD_VKo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738662720534\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_modify_OTR_information\"><\/span><strong>How to modify OTR information?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Window will open from 12th to 18th February 2025.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738662741857\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_modify_application_form_information\"><\/span><strong>How to modify application form information?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Same modification window: 12th to 18th February 2025.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738662759017\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_candidates_withdraw_their_application_form\"><\/span><strong>Can candidates withdraw their application form?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, withdrawal is not permitted.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Certificates_and_Eligibility\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Certificates and Eligibility<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738662842143\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_I_have_a_PwBD_certificate_should_I_follow_a_different_sequence\"><\/span><strong>If I have a PwBD certificate, should I follow a different sequence?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Not required. You can fill usual preference order but if you want then you can fill as per PwBD criteria permitted sequence as per their category-specific instructions.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738662864808\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_validity_of_the_OBC_NCL_certificate\"><\/span><strong>What is the validity of the OBC (NCL) certificate?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><strong>Based on the last 3 financial years:<\/strong> 2021-22, 2022-23, 2023-24.<br \/>Must be issued between 01\/04\/2024 to 11\/02\/2025.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738662894784\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_validity_of_the_EWS_certificate\"><\/span><strong>What is the validity of the EWS certificate?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Based on Previous Financial Year (2023-24).<br \/>Must be issued between 01\/04\/2024 to 11\/02\/2025.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738662911065\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_SCSTPwBD_are_there_financial_criteria_or_restrictions_on_the_date_of_issue\"><\/span><strong>For SC\/ST\/PwBD, are there financial criteria or restrictions on the date of issue?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, there are no financial criteria, and no restrictions on the date of issue. They don\u2019t need to issue new certificate but ensure that certificate is as per UPSC prescribed format and issued by competent authority.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663047472\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_age_limit_cutoff_counted\"><\/span><strong>When is the age limit cutoff counted?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>As of 1st August 2025.<br \/><strong>Age:<\/strong> 21-32 years.<\/p>\n<p>There is upper age relaxation to OBC,SC,ST &amp; PwBD Candidates.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663081889\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_the_competent_authority_to_issue_OBCEWSSCST_Category_certificates\"><\/span><strong>Who is the competent authority to issue OBC\/EWS\/SC\/ST Category certificates?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Competent Authorities for Issuance of OBC-NCL and EWS Certificates (as per UPSC Guidelines)<\/p>\n<p>District Magistrate \/ Additional District Magistrate \/ Collector \/ Deputy Commissioner\/ Additional Deputy Commissioner\/1st Class Stipendiary Magistrate \/ Sub-Divisional Magistrate \/ Taluka Magistrate\/Executive Magistrate\/Extra Assistant Commissioner (not below the rank of 1st Class Stipendiary Magistrate).<\/p>\n<p>Chief Presidency Magistrate\/Additional Chief Presidency Magistrate\/Presidency<br \/>Magistrate.<\/p>\n<p>Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tehsildar.<\/p>\n<p>Sub-Divisional Officer of the area where the candidate and\/or their family normally resides.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Guidelines<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Certificates issued by authorities other than those listed above will not be accepted by UPSC.<\/p>\n<p>Candidates must ensure the certificates are issued in the prescribed format and within the valid time period as mentioned in UPSC notifications.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663218176\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_final-year_students_appear_for_the_CSE_2025_exam\"><\/span><strong>Can final-year students appear for the CSE 2025 exam?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, but the degree must be submitted before the interview stage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Acceptable proof:<\/strong> Final degree, Final mark sheet, provisional degree, or university certificate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For professional courses (MBBS, BDS, Veterinary Science):<\/strong> Submit proof of passing or internship completion certificate.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663256903\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_the_educational_certificate_cannot_be_uploaded_before_the_Personality_Test\"><\/span><strong>What happens if the educational certificate cannot be uploaded before the Personality Test?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Candidates cannot appear for the Personality Test.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Service_Preferences_and_Category_Changes\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Service Preferences and Category Changes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663303653\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_service_preferences_be_changed\"><\/span><strong>Can service preferences be changed?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, after qualifying for the Personality Test. Changes can be made to:<\/p>\n<p>Address, employment details, service preference, cadre preference, etc.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Window:<\/strong> 15 days after the mains result.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663354164\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_the_category_be_changed_during_the_examination\"><\/span><strong>Can the category be changed during the examination?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, the category cannot be changed after form submission.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663366876\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_a_candidate_is_selected_in_IASIFS_can_they_apply_again\"><\/span><strong>If a candidate is selected in IAS\/IFS, can they apply again?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, candidates selected in IAS\/IFS cannot re-apply.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663379922\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_already_selected_in_IPS_can_candidates_opt_for_IPS_again\"><\/span><strong>If already selected in IPS, can candidates opt for IPS again?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, as per IPS service rules, IPS cannot be opted for a second time.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663392530\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_are_the_number_of_attempts_counted\"><\/span><strong>How are the number of attempts counted?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Every appearance in the Preliminary Exam counts as an attempt, even if the candidate does not qualify for mains. Simply form filling without appearing in prelims doesn\u2019t count the attempt.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Exam_Rules_and_Centers\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Exam Rules and Centers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663442644\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_exam_centres_for_prelims_and_mains_are_there_in_the_country_and_what_is_the_criteria_of_allocation\"><\/span><strong>How many exam centres for prelims and mains are there in the country and what is the criteria of allocation?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>80 cities for prelims, 24 cities for mains, allotted on a first-apply-first-served basis.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663466876\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mobiles_permitted_during_the_exam\"><\/span><strong>Are mobiles permitted during the exam?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, it is banned &amp; strictly prohibited.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663504607\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_be_physical_appearance_candidate_during_the_exam\"><\/span><strong>What should be physical appearance candidate during the exam?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Must match the photograph submitted in application form.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663538186\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_arrival_time_for_the_exam_centre\"><\/span><strong>What is arrival time for the exam centre?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Reach at least 30 minutes before the exam time, gates will be closed 30 minutes before.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663569452\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_any_online_question_paper_representation_portal\"><\/span><strong>Is there any online question paper representation portal?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, UPSC will open the window for 7 days after the exam to submit your question representations (if any).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Facilitation_and_Contact_Information\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Facilitation and Contact Information<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663681489\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_UPSC_Facilitation_Counters\"><\/span>What are <strong>UPSC Facilitation Counters<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Near Gate-C, UPSC.<\/p>\n<p>Phone numbers (10 AM &#8211; 7 PM on working days): 011-23385271, 011-23381125, 011-23098543.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738663790963\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_important_details_to_remember_for_future_correspondence_with_UPSC\"><\/span><strong>What are important details to remember for future correspondence with UPSC?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Name and year of examination.<\/p>\n<p>Registration ID.<\/p>\n<p>Roll number (if received).<\/p>\n<p>Candidate\u2019s name, postal address, and valid email ID.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Miscellaneous\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Miscellaneous<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738664149335\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_achievements_overlap_in_different_sections_eg_cricket_as_hobby_prize_and_leadership\"><\/span><strong>Can achievements overlap in different sections (e.g., cricket as hobby, prize, and leadership)?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, but ensure clarity and avoid repetition. Use different aspects of the same achievement in each section.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738668360271\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_include_internships_as_job_roles\"><\/span><strong>Can I include internships as job roles?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, if they were substantial and relevant to your experience.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738668898263\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_I_did_freelancing_or_evaluation_work_without_certificates\"><\/span><strong>What if I did freelancing or evaluation work without certificates?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Mention them honestly if they demonstrate relevant skills or responsibility. You should be able to prove through salary receipt or offer letter.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738668928509\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_I_have_done_mistakes_in_the_OTR_eg_Minority_Category_What_should_I_do\"><\/span><strong>If I have done mistakes in the OTR (e.g., Minority Category): What should I do?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can amend once in a life-time otherwise, contact UPSC via facilitation counters or helpline numbers. Proceed with form filling while awaiting their response.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1738668958489\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_a_one-year-old_photo\"><\/span><strong>Can I use a one-year-old photo?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, You are required to upload a scanned photo taken within last 10 days having white background.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Download_UPSC_Notification_2025_PDF\"><\/span><strong>Download UPSC Notification 2025 PDF<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>UPSC Notification 2025 PDF<\/strong>, which contains all the pertinent information regarding the UPSC CSE Exam 2025, is now available. 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