Union Public Service Commission

UPSC conducts India's most prestigious civil service and defence examinations. From the IAS/IPS/IFS through the CSE to NDA, CDS and CAPF — these are the country's most competitive and respected career pathways.

Toughest Exams in India IAS / IPS / IFS Officers ~1,000+ Posts/Year Official: upsc.gov.in

Official Websiteupsc.gov.in

HeadquartersNew Delhi

NotificationsAnnual (Feb–May)

Exam ModeOffline (OMR / Written)

Exams Per Year4–6 major exams

Founded1926

UPSC Exams — Choose Your Path

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CSE / IAS

Civil Services Examination

India's premier exam for IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS and 20+ allied services. 3-stage selection: Prelims → Mains → Interview. Any graduate can apply.

✦ ~1,000 vacancies/year

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NDA

National Defence Academy

Entry to Army, Navy and Air Force for 12th pass candidates aged 16.5–19.5 years. Written exam + SSB interview. Held twice a year.

✦ ~400 vacancies/cycle

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CDS

Combined Defence Services

Graduate-level entry to IMA, INA, AFA and OTA. English + GK + Elementary Maths written exam followed by SSB interview.

✦ ~400 vacancies/cycle

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CAPF AC

Central Armed Police Forces — Asst. Commandant

Officer-level entry to BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP and SSB. GS paper + Essay/Précis, followed by physical and medical tests.

✦ ~200 vacancies/year

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