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| Sl. No. | Name of Examination | Date of Notification | Last Date for receipt of Applications | Date of commencement of Exam | Duration of Exam |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 11.01.2025 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS | ||
| 2. | Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 | 04.09.2024 | 24.09.2024 | 09.02.2025 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 3. | Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 | 18.09.2024 | 08.10.2024 | 09.02.2025 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 4. | CBI (DSP) LDCE | 27.11.2024 | 17.12.2024 | 08.03.2025 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS |
| 5. | CISF AC(EXE) LDCE-2025 | 04.12.2024 | 24.12.2024 | 09.03.2025 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 6. | N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (I), 2025 | 11.12.2024 | 31.12.2024 | 13.04.2025 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
With expert guidance from GTN Academy, a leading UPSC coaching center in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, candidates can unlock opportunities across various sectors in India, paving the way for a bright and stable future.
All India Civil Services
Indian Trade Service, (Gr. III)
1. State Service or Group B Services
Education: Any degree from a recognised university
Min Age: 21 years
Max Age: 32 years(General), 37 years(SC, ST), 35(OBC), 41(PwBD)
Max Attempts:
| Category to which the Candidate Belongs | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | SC/ST | OBS | PWWD | |
| No of attempts | 6 | Unlimited | 9 | 09 for GL/EWS/OBC Unlimited for SC/ST |
| Paper | Type | No. of questions | UPSC Total Marks | Duration | Negative marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies I | Objective | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours | 0.66 marks or 0.33% |
| General Studies II (CSAT) | Objective | 80 | 200 | 2 Hours | 0.66 marks or 0.33% |
| Total UPSC marks for Prelims | 400 (where GS Paper II is qualifying in nature with minimum qualifying marks fixed at 33%) | ||||
| Paper | Subject | Duration | IAS Total marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper A (Eligibility Paper) | Compulsory Indian language | 3 hours | 300 |
| Paper B (Eligibility Paper) | English | 3 hours | 300 |
| Paper I | Essay | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper II | General Studies I | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper III | General Studies II | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper IV | General Studies III | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper V | General Studies IV | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper VI | Optional I | 3 hours | 250 |
| Paper VII | Optional II | 3 hours | 250 |
The UPSC Syllabus 2025 for Civil Services Exam is divided into 2 parts:
| IAS Syllabus for Prelims Exam | Comprises UPSC 2025 Syllabus for IAS Prelims GS 1 & GS 2 (CSAT) |
| IAS Syllabus for Mains Exam | Comprises UPSC 2025 Syllabus for IAS Mains Qualifying Paper 1 & 2, Mains Essay Paper, IAS Mains GS 1, 2, 3 & 4, and UPSC Optional Subjects. |
| Two Compulsory Papers | General Studies Paper 1 CSAT |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | GS Paper 1 - 100 Questions CSAT - 80 Questions |
| Total Marks | GS Paper 1 - 200 Marks CSAT - 200 Marks Total Marks: 400 |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 of the total marks assigned will be deducted. |
| Time Allotted | Two hours for each paper. |
| Type of Paper | Name of the Paper | Topics/Subjects Covered | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifying Paper | Paper A - Indian Language | Comprehension, Precis Writing, Usage, Vocabulary, Short Essays | 300 |
| Merit Paper | Paper B - English | Short Essays (100 Marks), Comprehension of a given passage (60 marks), Precis writing (60 Marks), Usage of Official/Technical language (40 Marks), Translation, Reading in compulsory language (20 Marks), Compulsory paragraph in English (20 Marks) | 300 |
| Merit Paper | Paper 1 - Essay | In the medium of the candidate's choice | 250 |
| Merit Paper | Paper 2 - General Studies 1 | Art & Culture, History, Geography, Society | 250 |
| Merit Paper | Paper 3 - General Studies 2 | Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice, International Relations | 250 |
| Merit Paper | Paper 4 - General Studies 3 | Technology, Economics, Environment, Biodiversity, Security Issues, Disaster Management | 250 |
| Merit Paper | Paper 5 - General Studies 4 | Ethics, Integrity, Aptitude | 250 |
| Merit Paper | Paper 6 - Optional Paper 1 | Candidates have to choose any one optional subject from a list of 48 optional subjects provided by UPSC | 250 |
| Merit Paper | Paper 7 - Optional Paper 2 | Candidates have to choose any one optional subject from a list of 48 optional subjects provided by UPSC | 250 |
| Total | 1750 | ||
| Subject | Subject |
|---|---|
| Agriculture Optional Syllabus | Mathematics Optional Syllabus |
| Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Optional Syllabus | Management Optional Syllabus |
| Anthropology Optional Syllabus | Mechanical Engineering Optional Syllabus |
| Botany Optional Syllabus | Medical Science Optional Syllabus |
| Chemistry Optional Syllabus | Philosophy Optional Syllabus |
| Civil Engineering Optional Syllabus | Physics Optional Syllabus |
UPSC Question Paper Series
| Optional Subjects | Agriculture Paper - I Agriculture Paper - II Animal Husb. and Vet. Science Paper - I Animal Husb. and Vet. Science Paper - II Anthropology Paper - I Anthropology Paper - II Botany Paper - I Botany Paper - II Chemistry Paper - I Chemistry Paper - II Civil Engineering Paper - I Civil Engineering Paper - II Commerce and Accountancy Paper - I Commerce and Accountancy Paper - II Economics Paper - I Economics Paper - II Electrical Engineering Paper - I Electrical Engineering Paper - II Geography Paper - I Geography Paper - II Geology Paper - I Geology Paper - II History Paper - I History Paper - II Law Paper - I Law Paper - II Management Paper - I Management Paper - II Mathematics Paper - I Mathematics Paper - II Mechanical Engineering Paper - I Mechanical Engineering Paper - II Medical Science Paper - I Medical Science Paper - II Philosophy Paper - I Philosophy Paper - II Physics Paper - I Physics Paper - II Political Science and International Relations Paper - I Political Science and International Relations Paper - II Psychology Paper - I Psychology Paper - II Public Administration Paper - I Public Administration Paper - II Sociology Paper - I Sociology Paper - II Statistics Paper - I Statistics Paper - II Zoology Paper - I Zoology Paper - II |
| Literature Subjects | |
| Compulsory Subjects | Assamese Compulsory Bengali Compulsory Bodo Compulsory English Compulsory Gujarati Compulsory Hindi Compulsory Kannada Compulsory Maithili Compulsory Malayalam Compulsory Marathi Compulsory Nepali Compulsory Odia Compulsory Punjabi Compulsory Sanskrit Compulsory Sindhi Compulsory Tamil Compulsory Telugu Compulsory Urdu Compulsory |
| General Studies | General Studies Paper - I General Studies Paper - II General Studies Paper - III General Studies Paper - IV |
| General | Essay |
Our modern classrooms and well-stocked library provide an ideal environment for learning and growth.
Our modern classrooms and well-stocked library provide an ideal environment for learning and growth.
Our modern classrooms and well-stocked library provide an ideal environment for learning and growth.
Learn from highly qualified and experienced faculty who provide personalized guidance throughout your preparation journey.
Learn from highly qualified and experienced faculty who provide personalized guidance throughout your preparation journey.
Learn from highly qualified and experienced faculty who provide personalized guidance throughout your preparation journey.
We have outlined the education and age criteria for UPSC exams by group in our Criteria section. Our comprehensive curriculum covers all essential subjects, and our experienced teachers provide focused training to help you achieve your goals. Whether you are just starting your journey toward the UPSC exams or have been preparing for a while, GTN Academy supports and guides you toward success. Join us and unlock your potential with the best UPSC coaching in Tamil Nadu.
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