UPSC CSE Notification 2024: The UPSC has just announced the Civil Service Exam (CSE) 2024! If you’re eager to be part of the IAS Exam, head to the official UPSC website (upsconline.nic.in) and apply online from February 14 to March 5, 2024, and up to March 6 to 12, 2024. There are a total of 1056 vacancies across various services like IAS, IPS, IFS, and more.
UPSC CSE Notification 2024 Overview
The UPSC Civil Service Exam 2024, conducted by the Union Public Service Commission, is a prestigious national-level examination for the recruitment of candidates under Central Civil Services.
The exam boasts a total of 1056 vacancies and follows an online application process from February 14 to March 5. The preliminary exam is set for May 26, 2024, with the mains scheduled for September 20, 2024.
The selection process involves preliminary and main exams, followed by an interview. Aspiring candidates can find further details and updates on the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
The eligibility criteria for UPSC CSE 2024 require candidates to be Indian citizens, aged between 21 and 32 years, with relaxations for certain categories.
A minimum educational qualification of graduation from a recognized university is essential. Specific details regarding minimum marks, specific degrees, and reservation policies will be outlined in the official notification.
UPSC CSE Notification 2024 Download and Online Application Link
The notification is released on 14 Feb. It contains all the details including vacancies, exam pattern, selection process, eligibility, application process, and other details.
UPSC CSE Exam Date 2024
If you’ve submitted your application, mark your calendar for May 26, 2024, for the UPSC CSE Prelims Exam. Candidates who clear the prelims exam will then proceed to the mains exam followed by an interview round.
How to Apply for UPSC CSE Exam 2024?
STEP 1: Visit the official UPSC website Go to upsconline.nic.in.
STEP 2: Find the application link under ‘Latest Updates.’
STEP 3: Register for the exam If you’ve completed the One-Time Registration (OTR), log in with your credentials.
STEP 4: Access the application form After logging in, click on the application form.
STEP 5: Fill in all the required details.
STEP 6: Upload necessary documents If any documents are needed, upload them.
STEP 7: Pay the exam fee
STEP 8: Submit your application form Confirm and submit your application.
STEP 9: Print a copy of the application form for your records.
UPSC Admit Card 2024: Dates and Details
The admit card for the prelims exam will be released in the first week of May. The candidates can download the admit card using their registration details. The admit card for mains and interviews will also be released two to three weeks before the exam.
UPSC CSE 2024 Application Fee:
Rs. 100/-
UPSC CSE Exam Prelims Syllabus
Paper 1:
- Comprehension
- Interpersonal skills including communication skills
- Logical reasoning and analytical ability
- Decision-making and problem-solving
- General mental ability
- Basic numeracy (Class X level) and Data Interpretation (Class X level)
Attempts allowed for UPSC Exam:
- General: 6 times
- OBC: 9 times
- PWD: 9 times
- SC/ST: Unlimited
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UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Pattern
Paper 1 – GS of 100 Questions
Paper 2 – CSAT of 80 Questions
- Language of paper: English and Hindi
- Duration of exam: 4 hours (2 hours each for paper)
- Maximum marks: 400 (200 marks for each paper)
- Qualifying marks: 33% for CSAT and GS on a merit basis
- Negative Marking: 1/3 marks
UPSC CSE 2024 Vacancy
The UPSC has officially announced 1056 vacancies, with a specific allocation for Persons with Benchmark Disability Categories. Among the designated vacancies, 40 positions are reserved for individuals with disabilities, categorized as follows:
- 06 Vacancies for candidates with blindness and low vision
- 12 Vacancies for individuals with deafness and hard of hearing
- 09 Vacancies for locomotor disability, encompassing conditions such as cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, and muscular dystrophy
- 13 Vacancies for multiple disabilities falling under various clauses, including deaf-blindness
Aspiring candidates can explore opportunities in the following prestigious services:
- All India Services
- Indian Administrative Services (IAS)
- Indian Police Services (IPS)
- Indian Forest Services (IFoS)
Conclusion:
The UPSC has unveiled the Civil Service Exam 2024, featuring 1056 vacancies in esteemed services like IAS, IPS, and IFS.
The application window spans from Feb 14 to March 5, with exams scheduled for May 26 (prelims) and September 20 (mains).
Eligibility criteria include Indian citizenship, age between 21-32, and a graduate degree. The application process involves registration, form completion, document upload, and fee payment.
Admit cards release in early May. The exam fee is Rs. 100, and the preliminary exam pattern allows multiple attempts. A total of 1056 vacancies are available, with 40 reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability Categories.
