Should I start preparing for UPSC at 25?
There is no specific age set for starting the preparation for IAS. But most IAS aspirants start preparing for this exam after graduation at the age of 21 or 22 years. And there have also been such candidates who took the exam at the age of 31 and got success in the first or second attempt.
Who can claim Age relaxation in UPSC?
b) The age limit shown against all items is the normal age limit and the age is relaxable for SC/ST candidates upto 5 years and upto 3 years for OBC candidates in respect of vacancies reserved for them. SC/ST/OBC candidates have to produce a caste certificate in prescribed proforma.
Is work experience necessary for UPSC?
There is no eligibility requirement for work ex. If someone wants to go for UPSC just after the graduation/post grad, he / she surely can.
What is the maximum age to appear for IAS?
The candidate must attain the age of 21 years and must not exceed the age of 32 years. The date of birth as mentioned in the High School/Higher Secondary certificate will be considered by the UPSC.
Should I drop a year for UPSC?
The Union Public Service Commission Civil (UPSC) Service Examination exam is considered to be one of the toughest exams in the country. Skipping a year or two to prepare for this exam would allow you to plan correctly, answer more mock tests, organise notes and revise your way out to pass the examination.
What is the minimum age to appear for UPSC Civil Services exam?
The minimum age to appear for the UPSC Civil Services Exam is 21 years. However, most aspirants start preparing for this exam in their mid-20’s. Very often, multiple attempts are needed for aspirants to get a top rank.
What is the UPSC IAS interview experience?
Aspirants can read below the first-hand account of the UPSC IAS Interview experience: Candidates usually reach the venue with some time in hand, and the security in front of UPSC organizes them in a queue and does the preliminary verification (interview call letter and cross-checking the candidate’s name on their list).
When will the UPSC interview 2020 be held?
The UPSC 2020 Interviews were postponed due to the rising cases of COVID-19. Candidates should note that UPSC Civil Services Examination (Interview) 2020 was scheduled to be held between 26th April and 18th June 2021. IAS Interview 2020 to be held from 2 August 2021 to 22 September 2021 as announced by the UPSC on 9 June 2021.
Should you postpone your UPSC attempts?
It’s better not to postpone your UPSC attempts! Even though the government has clarified that it has no plans to change the age-limit as of now, always be on the safe side. If you are 25 plus, re-consider your decision to postpone your attempts.