Published On: 14-05-2025 Updated On: 14-05-2025
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Admit Card 2025 for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE Prelims) on 13th May 2025. All registered candidates can now download their UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2025 from the official websites — upsc.gov.in and upsconline.gov.in. The exam is scheduled to take place on 25th May 2025 (Sunday) across various centres in India.
Candidates preparing for the IAS, IPS, IFS, and other prestigious posts under the UPSC CSE 2025 should immediately download their hall tickets. The UPSC CSE Admit Card 2025 is a mandatory document and no candidate will be allowed to appear for the exam without it.
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| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 1129 Posts (979 CSE + 150 IFS) |
| Admit Card Release Date | 13th May 2025 |
| UPSC Prelims Exam Date | 25th May 2025 (Sunday) |
| Official Websites | upsc.gov.in, upsconline.gov.in |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Language | English & Hindi |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
The UPSC Prelims 2025 will be conducted in two shifts on 25th May 2025:
| Paper | Subject | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies I | 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM |
| Paper 2 | CSAT (Qualifying) | 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
Follow these simple steps to download your UPSC Prelims Hall Ticket 2025:
Visit the official UPSC website: https://upsc.gov.in
Click on “e-Admit Cards for Various Examinations”.
Select Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2025.
Choose to log in via Registration ID or Roll Number.
Enter your Date of Birth and captcha code.
Click on “Submit” to view your admit card.
Download the PDF and take 2-3 printouts for exam day.
After downloading the admit card, verify the following:
Name of Candidate
Roll Number
Exam Centre & City
Exam Date and Time
Candidates Photograph
Signature
Instructions for the Exam
If you notice any errors, contact UPSC immediately:
Helpline Numbers: 011-23385271 / 011-23381125 / 011-23098543
Email: feedback-upsc@gov.in
Here is a quick overview of the UPSC CSE Prelims Exam Structure:
| Paper | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (GS) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours | -0.66 per wrong answer |
| Paper 2 (CSAT) | 80 | 200 | 2 Hours | -0.83 per wrong answer |
Note: Paper 2 (CSAT) is qualifying in nature. Candidates must score at least 33% to qualify.
The UPSC CSE Prelims will be conducted in over 80 cities across India. The exact exam centre details are printed on your admit card.
Candidates must carry the following documents to the exam hall:
Printed UPSC Admit Card 2025
Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License)
Two Passport Size Photographs
Black Ballpoint Pen
Transparent Water Bottle
Avoid carrying the following:
Mobile phones or electronic gadgets
Bags, books, notes, study material
Expensive accessories or ornaments
Smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices
UPSC has announced a total of 1129 vacancies:
| Exam Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Services Examination (CSE) | 979 |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 150 |
| Total | 1129 |
All candidates appearing for UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2025 on 25th May must download their UPSC Admit Card 2025 well in advance to avoid last-minute hassles. Ensure all details are correct and follow all instructions strictly to avoid disqualification.
To download the UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2025, visit:
https://upsc.gov.in
https://upsconline.gov.in
Make sure to have your Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth ready to log in.
The UPSC CSE Preliminary Examination will be held in two shifts:
| Paper | Time Slot |
|---|---|
| Paper 1 (General Studies) | 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM |
| Paper 2 (CSAT) | 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
Follow these steps to download your UPSC CSE 2025 admit card:
Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
Navigate to the “e-Admit Card” section.
Click on “Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2025”.
Choose your login method: Registration ID or Roll Number.
Enter the required details and submit.
Download and print the admit card.
If you notice any discrepancies on your UPSC admit card (e.g., incorrect name, wrong exam city, photo not visible), contact UPSC immediately at:
Phone: 011-23385271 / 011-23381125 / 011-23098543
Email: feedback-upsc@gov.in
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper 2 | CSAT | 80 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Negative Marking: 1/3rd of marks deducted for each wrong answer.
CSAT is qualifying in nature (minimum 33% required).
Marks of Prelims are not included in final merit.
The UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 will be conducted across 80 exam centres nationwide. The exact exam centre address is mentioned on each candidate’s admit card.
Bring the following documents to your exam centre:
Printed e-Admit Card
Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Driving License, Voter ID)
Two Passport-size Photographs
| Allowed Items | Prohibited Items |
|---|---|
| Printed Admit Card | Mobile Phones, Smartwatches, Electronic Gadgets |
| Valid ID Proof | Bags, Study Material, Notes |
| Black Ballpoint Pen | Jewelry, Metallic Items |
| Transparent Water Bottle | Calculators, Books |
The UPSC has announced a total of 1129 vacancies for Civil Services and Indian Forest Services.
| Examination | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 | 979 |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) 2025 | 150 |
| Total | 1129 |
Ans: The UPSC CSE Prelims Admit Card 2025 was released on 13th May 2025 at upsc.gov.in.
Ans: The UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2025 will be conducted on 25th May 2025.
Ans: You must carry your printed admit card, a valid photo ID, and a black ballpoint pen.