UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) India released a revised 2025 calendar on August 22, 2024. The first calendar for 2025 was released on April 25, 2024. Now it is an updated calendar. There are no major changes in the revised UPSC calendar 2025 except a proposed new date for the CBI (DSP) LDCE exam. Among all the dates, UPSC Civil Service exam dates are the most important for civil service aspirants. Note that the IAS exam dates haven’t changed.
UPSC Civils Prelims is scheduled on 25th May 2025 (Sunday) and Mains commences on 22nd August 2025 (Friday). Read the full article to know more about UPSC 2025 exam dates.
UPSC 2025 Exam Date
| Sl. No. | Name of Examination | Date of Notification | Last Date for Application | Date of Commencement | Duration of Exam |
| 1 | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 11.01.2025 | – | – | 2 DAYS |
| 2 | Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 | 04.09.2024 | 24.09.2024 | 09.02.2025 | 1 DAY |
| 3 | Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 | 18.09.2024 | 08.10.2024 | 09.02.2025 | 1 DAY |
| 4 | CBI (DSP) LDCE | 27.11.2024 | 17.12.2024 | 08.03.2025 | 2 DAYS |
| 5 | CISF AC(EXE) LDCE-2025 | 04.12.2024 | 24.12.2024 | 09.03.2025 | 1 DAY |
| 6 | N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (I), 2025 | 11.12.2024 | 31.12.2024 | 13.04.2025 | 1 DAY |
| 7 | C.D.S. Examination (I), 2025 | – | – | – | – |
| 8 | Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 | 22.01.2025 | 11.02.2025 | 25.05.2025 | 1 DAY |
| 9 | Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 through CS(P) Examination 2025 | – | – | – | – |
| 10 | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 14.06.2025 | – | – | 2 DAYS |
| 11 | I.E.S./I.S.S. Examination, 2025 | 12.02.2025 | 04.03.2025 | 20.06.2025 | 3 DAYS |
| 12 | Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination, 2025 | 21.06.2025 | – | – | 2 DAYS |
| 13 | Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2025 | 22.06.2025 | – | – | 1 DAY |
| 14 | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 05.07.2025 | – | – | 2 DAYS |
| 15 | Combined Medical Services Examination, 2025 | 19.02.2025 | 11.03.2025 | 20.07.2025 | 1 DAY |
| 16 | Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination, 2025 | 05.03.2025 | 25.03.2025 | 03.08.2025 | 1 DAY |
| 17 | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 09.08.2025 | – | – | 2 DAYS |
| 18 | Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2025 | 22.08.2025 | – | – | 5 DAYS |
| 19 | N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (II), 2025 | 28.05.2025 | 17.06.2025 | 14.09.2025 | 1 DAY |
| 20 | C.D.S. Examination (II), 2025 | – | – | – | – |
| 21 | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 04.10.2025 | – | – | 2 DAYS |
| 22 | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 01.11.2025 | – | – | 2 DAYS |
| 23 | Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2025 | 16.11.2025 | – | – | 7 DAYS |
| 24 | S.O./Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE | 17.09.2025 | 07.10.2025 | 13.12.2025 | 2 DAYS |
| 25 | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 20.12.2025 | – | – | 2 DAYS |
Source: Official
Important Notes:
- The dates for notifications, application deadlines, and exam commencement are subject to change if required by unforeseen circumstances.
- Candidates are advised to regularly check the official UPSC website for any updates.
What is New
In the revised UPSC 2025 calendar, the CBI (DSP) LDCE’s notification date has been moved to January 1, 2025, and the application deadline is now January 14, 2025. Except that, there are no major changes in the revised UPSC 2025 exam dates.
UPSC 2025 Exam Date for Civil Services
Civil Services refers to the IAS (Indian Administrative Service), IPS (Indian Police Service), IFS (Indian Foreign Service), and IRS (Indian Revenue Service). Among the UPSC examinations, Civils is the most sought-after by graduate aspirants across India.
The examination for Civil Services is conducted through two stages: Preliminary and Main. The dates for the same are given below:
Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025
- Notification Date: 22nd January 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 11th February 2025
- UPSC Prelims 2025 Date: 25th May 2025 (Sunday)
- Duration: 1 Day
Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2025
- Exam Date: 22nd August 2025 (Friday)
- Duration: 5 Days
Download the Official UPSC Calendar 2025
The official notification of the UPSC 2025 exam date is available at upsc.gov.in. You can download it, along with archives by following the below steps:
- Visit the official UPSC website and click on the home page.
- Now find the “Examination” tab in the top menu and select the “Calendar” option.
- This will take you to the section with PDF links for the annual calendars from the past three years.
- Click on the “UPSC Annual Calendar 2025” link to download the PDF.
Posts Recruited through UPSC
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS).
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS).
- Indian Police Service (IPS).
- Indian P & T Accounts & Finance Service– Group ‘A’.
- Indian Audit and Accounts Service– Group ‘A’.
- Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Central Excise)– Group ‘A’.
- Indian Defence Accounts Service– Group ‘A’.
- Indian Revenue Service (I.T.)– Group ‘A’.
- Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service– Group ‘B’ (Section Officer’s Grade).
- Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli Civil Service– Group ‘B’.
- Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli Police Service– Group ‘B’.
UPSC 2025 Calendar: Points to Remember
When going through the UPSC 2025 exam dates, there are a few lesser-known points that candidates often overlook:
Rolling Updates: The UPSC 2025 calendar is subject to change throughout the year. While major exam dates are usually fixed, smaller changes or additional notifications can be added.
Exam Cycles Overlap: Different exams preparation cycles often overlap. For example, while preparing for one year’s Prelims, you might also need to focus on the previous year’s Mains or Interview stages. Plan accordingly.
State PSC alignment: Some state Public Service Commissions align their exam schedules with UPSC. Be aware of potential conflicts if you’re appearing for multiple exams.
Holidays and Working Days: The UPSC 2025 calendar includes information about UPSC office working days and holidays, which should be underlined if you’re seeking document submission or query resolution. You won’t be able to access services on holidays, so submit your documents early.
Non-Exam notifications: Besides exam dates, the UPSC calendar 2025 also includes dates for recruitment to various posts that don’t follow the typical exam pattern.
Barred Services: Some exam notifications include information about services that are temporarily barred from recruitment that year. Check properly from your required information.
Age Relaxation Deadlines: The UPSC calendar sometimes includes critical dates related to age relaxation applications.
E-Admit Card Release Date: UPSC 2025 calendar dates may not coincide with E-Admit card release dates. Please check the official website for the latest updates on that and download the Admit card as early as possible.
UPSC 2025 Exam Date vs UPSC 2024 Exam Dates
UPSC exam schedule is subject to change every year. This might be useful for aspirants, as there is a common misconception about the UPSC exam dates being the same every year. But there are small changes as you can observe below table.
| Exam Name | UPSC 2024 Date | UPSC 2025 Date |
| Engineering Services (Preliminary) | 18 February 2024 | 9 February 2025 |
| Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) | 18 February 2024 | 9 February 2025 |
| CISF AC(EXE) LDCE | 10 March 2024 | 9 March 2025 |
| N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (I) | 21 April 2024 | 13 April 2025 |
| CBI (DSP) LDCE | 16 March 2024 | 8 March 2025 |
| Civil Services (Preliminary) | 16 June 2024 | 25 May 2025 |
| I.E.S./I.S.S. Examination | 21 June 2024 | 20 June 2025 |
| Combined Medical Services Examination | 14 July 2024 | 20 July 2025 |
| Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination | 4 August 2024 | 3 August 2025 |
| Civil Services (Main) | 20 September 2024 | 22 August 2025 |
| Indian Forest Service (Main) | 24 November 2024 | 16 November 2025 |
| S.O./Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE | 7 December 2024 | 13 December 2025 |
Conclusion
In addition to learning UPSC 2025 exam dates and starting exam preparation, candidates should focus on mental well-being and time management. Engaging in regular physical activity and mindfulness practices can enhance focus and reduce stress, ultimately improving performance. Building a supportive study group can also provide motivation and accountability during this demanding preparation journey.
FAQs
Will there be UPSC exam in 2025?
Yes, UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) has announced UPSC exam dates 2025 on August 22, 2024. All the proposed examinations including Civil Services are scheduled to be conducted in 2025.
What is new in the revised UPSC 2025 exam date?
In the revised UPSC 2025 calendar, the CBI (DSP) LDCE’s notification date has been moved to January 1, 2025. The application deadline for the same is now January 14, 2025. There are no other major changes noted.
Do UPSC Civil Services exam dates change every year?
Yes, UPSC civil services exam dates are subject to change every year, even within the same year depending on the circumstances. Aspirants are advised to keep visiting the UPSC official website (upsc.gov.in) for regular updates.
When should I start preparing for UPSC prelims?
Start preparing for the UPSC prelims at least six to eight months in advance. One year is even better. Focus on the syllabus and current affairs. Consistent revision is key to building a strong foundation.
