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The UPSC CSE mains examination is set to begin on 22nd August 2025. The examination is one of the most competitive exams in India with around 5 to 7 lakh students appearing for the examination each year. This article highlights the released UPSC CSE examination schedule for students’ reference. This article also highlights key details about the UPSC exam including admit card and eligibility criteria details.
UPSC CSE 2025 Examination Schedule
Provided below is an overview of the released schedule for the UPSC CSE 2025 examination. It is very important for students to keep up with these key dates. It is recommended for students to write down or print these dates out and keep them some place where students check often so as to not forget these crucial dates.
The UPSC CSE2025 examination schedule is as follows:
Date | Morning Exam Session (9am till 12pm) | Afternoon Exam Session (2:30pm - 5:30pm) |
22nd August 2025 | Essay Writing | No Exam |
23rd August 2025 | General Studies - I | General Studies - II |
24th August 2025 | General Studies - III | General Studies - IV |
30th August 2025 | Indian Language :
| English |
31st August 2025 | Optional Subject Exam - 1:
| Optional Subject Exam - 2:
|
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When will the Admit Card for UPSC CSE Be Released?
The release date for the UPSC CSE admit card has not yet been announced. However, it is important for students to note that the admit card for the UPSC examination is usually not released until the exam is about two weeks. Students can expect to see the release of the UPSC CSE examination in early August 2025.
Students will be able to download their UPSC CSE admit cards from the official UPSC website. It is highly important for students to download and print their admit cards beforehand. Without the UPSC CSE admit cards, students will not be able to enter the examination hall to give the UPSC CSE examination.
UPSC CSE 2025 Eligibility
All students appearing for the UPSC CSE 2025 examination must ensure they meet the following criteria in order to appear for the exam:
- Students must have cleared the UPSC CSE Prelims examinations.
- Students must have submitted the Detailed Application Form (DAF- I) after the declaration of the UPSC Prelims examination.
- There should be no discrepancies in the document verification for the UPSC CSE examination. In case of any issues, they must be cleared before the commencement of the Mains examination.
