Published On: 15-05-2025
The UPSC Exam Calendar 2025 is officially out on the Union Public Service Commissions website – www.upsc.gov.in. Aspirants can now check the complete exam schedule for top-tier exams like Civil Services (CSE), NDA, CDS, IES, IFS, and more. This annual calendar is a critical resource for candidates to plan and streamline their preparation strategies effectively.
UPSC Exam Calendar 2025 PDF Download
Complete UPSC Exam Schedule 2025
Important UPSC Exam Dates in 2025
How to Use UPSC Calendar for Preparation
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued the UPSC Exam Calendar 2025, which lists the complete exam schedule for various national-level competitive examinations conducted throughout the year. This includes preliminary and main exams for CSE, IFS, NDA, CDS, CAPF, IES, CMS, and more.
This detailed exam timetable allows candidates to stay aligned with the exam cycle, application deadlines, and preparation milestones.
Candidates can easily access the official UPSC Calendar 2025 PDF from the UPSC website. The calendar provides crucial information like:
Notification release dates
Application deadlines
Exam dates (Prelims and Mains)
Duration of exams
? Click here to download UPSC Calendar 2025 PDF
Keeping a printed copy of the calendar at your study station is a smart way to remain focused and motivated throughout the year.
Heres a detailed table of the upcoming UPSC exams in 2025 including their notification release dates, last application dates, and exam dates.
| Exam Name | Notification Release | Application Deadline | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSE (Prelims) 2025 | 22nd Jan 2025 | 11th Feb 2025 | 25th May 2025 |
| IFS (Prelims) 2025 | 22nd Jan 2025 | 11th Feb 2025 | 25th May 2025 |
| ESE (Prelims) 2025 | 18th Sep 2024 | 22nd Nov 2024 | 8th Jun 2025 |
| IES/ISS 2025 | 12th Feb 2025 | 4th Mar 2025 | 20th Jun 2025 |
| Combined Geo-Scientist (Mains) | — | — | 21st Jun 2025 |
| CMS 2025 | 19th Feb 2025 | 11th Mar 2025 | 20th Jul 2025 |
| CAPF (AC) 2025 | 5th Mar 2025 | 25th Mar 2025 | 3rd Aug 2025 |
| ESE (Mains) 2025 | — | — | 10th Aug 2025 |
| CSE (Mains) 2025 | — | — | 22nd Aug 2025 |
| NDA & NA (II) | 28th May 2025 | 17th Jun 2025 | 14th Sep 2025 |
| CDS (II) | 28th May 2025 | 17th Jun 2025 | 14th Sep 2025 |
| IFS (Mains) 2025 | — | — | 16th Nov 2025 |
| SO/Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE | 17th Sep 2025 | 7th Oct 2025 | 13th Dec 2025 |
Reserved slots for UPSC RT exams are on: 14th Jun, 5th Jul, 4th Oct, 1st Nov, and 20th Dec 2025.
Heres a glance at some of the most significant UPSC exams and their timelines:
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025: 25th May 2025
UPSC CSE Mains 2025: 22nd August 2025 (5 days)
NDA & NA II 2025: 14th September 2025
CDS II 2025: 14th September 2025
IES/ISS 2025: 20th June 2025
IFS Mains 2025: 16th November 2025
Aspirants should mark these dates in advance and set up a month-wise study plan to ensure efficient and organized preparation.
To make the most of the UPSC calendar, candidates should:
? Track Notification Dates: Subscribe to email alerts or visit the UPSC website regularly for updates.
? Create a Study Timeline: Align your daily study targets with exam dates mentioned in the calendar.
? Prepare for Overlapping Exams: Some exams like IFS Prelims and CSE Prelims are conducted together. Prepare accordingly.
? Use Buffer Time Effectively: Utilize the time between Prelims and Mains for revision and mock tests.
? Stay Ahead of Deadlines: Submit applications and fee payments well before the last date to avoid last-minute hassles.
You can directly access and download the official UPSC 2025 calendar PDF through the UPSC Exam Calendar link here.