UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is all set to conduct the Civil Services preliminary examination on May 25. The exam comprises two objective-type papers-General Studies (GS) Paper 1 and the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT), also known as Paper2. GS Paper I assesses candidates in subjects such as history, geography, political science, economics, and developments in science and technology. The CSAT paper, on the other hand, tests comprehension, logical reasoning, and analytical abilities.
UPSC has released the admit cards for prelims on its official website, upsconline.gov.in. Applicants are required to obtain and print their admit cards in advance, as no physical copies will be sent. It is essential to keep the e-Admit Card safe until the final results of the 2025 CSE are announced. Candidates must also go through the "Important Instructions" attached to the admit card thoroughly.
Here Are The Latest Updates On UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates:
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: Entry Timing
The exam centre will close before 30 minutes from the scheduled examination timing, 9 AM for the morning exam and 2 PM for the afternoon exam.
Candidates must arrive at least 30 minutes before the exam begins.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: Syllabus For Preliminary Examination
Paper 1 - (200 marks), Duration: Two hours
- Current events of national and international importance.
- History of India and Indian National Movement.
- Indian and World Geography-Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World.
- Indian Polity and Governance-Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
- Economic and Social Development-Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.
- General issues on Environmental ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change - that do not require subject specialisation.
- General Science.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: Scheme And Subjects For Preliminary Examination
- The examination shall comprise of two compulsory papers of 200 marks each.
- Both the question papers will be of the objective type (multiple choice questions) and each will be of two hours duration.
- The General Studies Paper-2 of the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination will be a qualifying paper with minimum qualifying marks fixed at 33%.
- The question papers will be set both in Hindi and English.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: High-Yield Topics For GS Paper 1 Current Affairs
Economics
1. Understanding the basics of economy and economic growth, including macro and microeconomics, is crucial.
2. Fiscal and monetary policies, including government borrowings and RBI's role in inflation control, play a significant role in shaping the economy.
3. The banking and financial system, comprising NBFC regulations and digital currencies, is vital for economic stability.
4. India's foreign trade and balance of payments are influenced by FDI, FPI, and trade relations.
5. Agricultural policies, including MSP and Kisan Credit Card, impact the economy and farmers' livelihoods.
6. Global economic institutions like IMF, AIIB, and WTO, as well as frameworks like G20, shape international economic cooperation and policy.
CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: High-Yield Topics For GS Paper 1 Current Affairs
Science And Technology
1. ISRO's SpaDeX Mission: India's SpaDeX mission successfully demonstrated autonomous satellite docking, a critical step towards establishing the Bharatiya Antariksh Station and advancing future crewed space missions.
2. International Year of Quantum Science and Technology: The United Nations declared 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology to highlight quantum advancements and promote global awareness of its transformative potential.
3. Scramjet Engine Ground Test: India conducted a successful ground test of its scramjet engine, marking a significant milestone in developing hypersonic missiles capable of speeds exceeding Mach 5.
4. IIT Delhi's 'Jigyasa' Initiative: IIT Delhi launched the 'Jigyasa' outreach program to bridge the gap between scientific research and the public, fostering scientific curiosity and understanding nationwide.
5. ISRO's Space 'Dogfight' Experiment: ISRO performed a high-speed satellite rendezvous, showcasing advanced orbital control and reinforcing India's capabilities in space security and future defense applications.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: High-Yield Topics For GS Paper 1
Current Affairs
1. AI Action Summit 2025: Held in Paris and co-chaired by India and France, the summit addressed AI governance, ethics, and global cooperation, emphasising responsible AI development.
2. Expo 2025 Osaka: Japan hosts Expo 2025 in Osaka with the theme "Designing Future Society for Our Lives", focusing on innovation, sustainability, and global collaboration.
3. 144th IOC Session: Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe became the first woman and African elected as IOC President during the 144th session in Greece, marking historic leadership.
4. Malian Protests 2025: Mass protests erupted in Mali against President Goita's regime, demanding democratic reforms and opposing the dissolution of political parties.
5. National Geospatial Mission: India launched the National Geospatial Mission to modernise land records and enhance urban planning, leveraging geospatial data for efficient infrastructure development.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: Reporting Time
Candidates must note that entry into the examination venue will be closed 30 minutes before the scheduled start of the exam - 9am for the forenoon session and 2pm for the afternoon session. No candidate will be allowed entry after the gate closes.
Candidates are also advised that they will not be permitted to appear at any venue other than the one mentioned on their e-admit card.
CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Is There Any Negative Marking?
The wrong answers invite negative marking, where one-third of the marks assigned to a question will be lost for each incorrect answer. Moreover, marking more than one option will be considered an incorrect answer, even if one of the options is correct. No marks will be deducted for a skipped question, but candidates will be able to strategically handle their attempts without penalty for unattempted answers.
UPSC Prelims 2025: Instructions For Exam Day
- Key instructions include arriving at the venue 60 minutes before the reporting time and carrying a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID, or driving licence) alongside the printed admit card. Digital copies of the admit card will not be accepted.
- Electronic devices, including mobile phones and smartwatches, study materials, and other prohibited items, are strictly forbidden inside the examination hall.
- Candidates are advised to dress modestly and avoid bringing any banned materials to the examination venue.
- For candidates who have forgotten their Registration ID (RID), the UPSC portal provides a "Forgot RID" option for retrieval using their email ID and date of birth.
- While admit cards can be downloaded on smartphones, using a desktop/laptop for download and printing is recommended for optimal results.
CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Exam Pattern And Papers
The preliminary exam comprises two objective-type papers, each carrying 200 marks.
General Studies Paper I: Covers topics like history, geography, polity, economics, and current developments in science and technology.
General Studies Paper II (CSAT): Includes comprehension, logical reasoning, and analytical ability.
The question papers will be in Hindi and English and the duration of each paper will be of two hours
The CSAT paper is qualifying in nature, with candidates required to score a minimum of 33% to be considered for the next stage.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Last 5 Days Of UPSC Preparation
With the UPSC exam nearing, use the last 5 days to fine-tune your preparation. Focus on swift revision of major concepts and significant facts and administer mock tests to get used to the actual exam atmosphere. Review questions on weak subjects, practice CSAT questions, and repeat previous mock tests to enhance speed and accuracy. Remain calm, sleep well, and consume nutritious food to maintain energy levels and concentration. Have faith in the preparation and do not dwell on overthinking to get a positive performance on the day of the exam.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Previous Year Exam PDF Link
Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination2024
General Studies Paper - I: Click Here
General Studies Paper - II: Click Here
Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2023
General Studies Paper - I: Click Here
General Studies Paper - II: Click Here
Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2022
General Studies Paper - I: Click Here
General Studies Paper - II: Click Here
Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2021
General Studies Paper - I: Click Here
General Studies Paper - II: Click Here
Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2020
General Studies Paper - I:Click Here
General Studies Paper - II: Click Here
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: 8 What are the provisions for reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD candidates?
Reservation will be made for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities candidates in respect of vacancies as may be fixed by the Government.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Is there any negative marking for wrong answers?
Candidates should note that there is penalty (negative marking) for wrong answers marked by a candidate in the Civil Services (Preliminary) examination. There are four alternatives for the answers to every question.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Last Minute Preparation Tips
- In the final phase of UPSC IAS preparation, candidates are advised to avoid picking up new topics and focus solely on revision.
- Revise the important topics that you have already covered multiple times.
- Even if your UPSC preparation is not very strong, solving previous years' question papers will boost your confidence.
- Candidates should practice past UPSC IAS papers and mock tests. This will help them assess their performance in real-time, improve their preparation, and focus on weak areas.
- Although the syllabus for current affairs is vast like an ocean, it plays a crucial role in the UPSC CSE Prelims exam.
- Hence, candidates are advised to thoroughly prepare current affairs of at least the past one year.
- Pay special attention to government schemes, international relations, and developments in science and technology.
- This is the time to revise, so don't stress too much. Excessive stress can hamper your preparation.
- Eat well, stay hydrated, and get adequate sleep to stay focused and healthy.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: What are the Cut-off Marks for General Studies Paper-2?
The minimum qualifying standards in this Paper is indicated in the Examination Rules and at present, it is 33%.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: Is the General Studies Paper-II of qualifying nature?
Yes, the General Studies Paper-II is of qualifying nature.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: What is the process of verifying that the candidate has not exceeded the attempts?
The number of attempts availed by a candidate in the Civil Services examination is checked/verified from the available data/records with the Commission.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: How would an aspirant know the number of attempts already availed by him/her?
It is the primary responsibility of the candidate to keep a record of number of attempts availed by him/her.
UPSC CSE Results 2024: Top 10 Rank Holders
- Shakti Dubey
- Harshita Goyal
- Dongre Archit Parag
- Shah Margi Chirag
- Aakash Garg
- Komal Punia
- Aayushi Bansal
- Raj Krishna Jha
- Aditya Vikram Agarwal
- Mayank Tripathi
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Exam Day Instructions
To appear for the examination, candidates must carry a printed copy of their e-admit card along with a valid photo ID card mentioned in the admit card. Entry to the exam centre will not be permitted without these documents. UPSC has also urged candidates to go through the instructions printed on the admit card to avoid last-minute confusion.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025: Screening Test Only, Not Counted For Final Merit
The preliminary exam is a screening test. The marks secured in this exam will not be counted towards the final merit list. Only those who qualify the prelims will be eligible to appear for the Main examination, the marks of which play a crucial role in determining the final rank.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: What Were Category-Wise Minimum Qualifying Marks In 2024?
In the Civil Services Examination 2024, the minimum qualifying marks secured by the recommended candidates are as follow:-
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Can a candidate appear at a centre/venue other than the venue mentioned in his/her e-admit card?
No candidate is allowed to appear at a centre/venue other than the centre/venue mentioned by the Commission in his/her e-Admit Card. If a candidate appears at such a Centre/Venue (except by a Court/CAT order), the papers of that candidate shall not be evaluated and his/her candidature will be liable for cancellation.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Are requests For Change Of Centre/Venue Accepted?
No request for change of centre/venue is accepted from any candidate by the Commission.
UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: What are the reporting timings at the examination centre?
Candidates are advised to reach the examination centre at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the paper. The forenoon session starts at 9.30am, and entry into the examination hall will be closed sharply at 9am. Similarly, for the afternoon session, which begins at 2.30pm, entry will be closed at 2pm.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 on May 25: What's Allowed, What's Prohibited Inside Exam Hall?
Candidates are strictly prohibited from carrying bags, luggage, valuables/costly items, mobile phones, smart/digital watches, other electronic gadgets, books, and similar items into the examination premises. They are advised not to bring any banned items, as the Centre Supervisor will not make any arrangements for their safekeeping. If a candidate brings such items, they must make their own arrangements to store them outside the venue. The Commission will not be held responsible for any loss or damage in this regard.
Candidates are permitted to carry only the following items to the exam centre:
- A printout of the e-admit card
- Pen and pencil
- Valid photo identity proof
- Self-photographs (wherever applicable)
- Any other items specifically mentioned in the instructions of the e-admit card
No other items will be allowed inside the exam centre.
Possession (even in switched-off mode) or use of mobile phones, electronic/communication devices, or any other prohibited material-including notes on e-admit cards, loose papers, erasers, etc.-or violation of any instruction will result in disciplinary action. This may include cancellation of candidature, filing of an FIR/police complaint, and disqualification from appearing in subsequent session(s)/day(s) of the examination.
Candidates are advised to bring a black ballpoint pen, as it will be required for filling out the OMR answer sheets and the attendance sheet.
The use of simple or analog wristwatches is allowed inside the examination hall. However, watches with special accessories, including smartwatches or any device that may function as a communication tool, are strictly prohibited and must not be brought into the exam hall.
If a candidate has changed their name, they must produce a government-issued photo ID reflecting the changed name at the exam centre for each session of CSP-2025. Failure to do so may result in denial of entry to the examination premises.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: What are the number of attempts available (category-wise)?
The number of attempts available (category-wise) is as follows: General/EWS - 6, SC/ST - Unlimited, OBC - 9, PwBD - 9 for General/EWS/OBC and Unlimited for SC/ST.
UPSC Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: What is the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination?
This examination is meant to serve as a screening test only; the marks obtained in the preliminary examination by the candidates, who are declared qualified for the main examination, are not counted for determining their final order of merit.
UPSC Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: What is the structure of the Civil Services Examination?
The Civil Services Examination (CSE) comprises of two successive stages: the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination (CSP) and the Civil Services (Main) Examination (Written and Interview).
UPSC Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Exam Pattern
The UPSC Civil Services (Prelims) Exam consists of two papers: General Studies (Paper 1) and the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) (Paper 2). Paper 1 evaluates candidates’ general knowledge across a range of subjects, while Paper 2, which is qualifying in nature, tests aptitude and reasoning skills. Both papers follow a multiple-choice format and include negative marking for incorrect answers.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: What's allowed to carry to the exam centre?
Candidates will be allowed to carry their e-admit cards, pen, pencil, identity proof, copies of self-photographs (wherever applicable), and any other items specified in the instructions on the hall ticket to the exam centre.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: What's Not Allowed Inside The Exam Premises?
Candidates are not allowed to enter the examination premises with any bag, baggage, luggage, valuables/costly items, mobile phones, smart/digital watches, other IT gadgets, books, etc.
They are advised not to bring banned items as venue supervisor will not make any arrangement for keeping these items at the centre. In case, a candidate brings any such banned items, he/she will make his/her own arrangement for keeping the same outside the exam centre and the Commission will not be responsible for any loss in this regard.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Live Updates: By What Time Should You Reach the Exam Centre?
Candidates must note that entry into the examination venue will be closed 30 minutes before the scheduled start of the exam - 9am for the forenoon session and 2pm for the afternoon session. No candidate will be allowed entry after the gate closes.
Candidates are also advised that they will not be permitted to appear at any venue other than the one mentioned on their e-admit card.
UPSC Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: What Should You Do In Case Of discrepancy In Admit Card?
In case of any discrepancy in the e-Admit Card, the same may be
communicated to the Commission immediately by email (at email ID
uscsp-upsc@nic.in) for taking decision in the matter.
UPSC Prelims 2025: Important Instructions For Exam Day
- Key instructions include arriving at the venue 60 minutes before the reporting time and carrying a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID, or driving licence) alongside the printed admit card. Digital copies of the admit card will not be accepted.
- Electronic devices, including mobile phones and smartwatches, study materials, and other prohibited items, are strictly forbidden inside the examination hall.
- Candidates are advised to dress modestly and avoid bringing any banned materials to the examination venue.
- For candidates who have forgotten their Registration ID (RID), the UPSC portal provides a "Forgot RID" option for retrieval using their email ID and date of birth.
- While admit cards can be downloaded on smartphones, using a desktop/laptop for download and printing is recommended for optimal results.
UPSC Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: Here's How To Access Your Admit Card
The UPSC has released the admit cards for prelims on May 13. Registered students can download their admit cards by visiting the commission's official website, upsconline.gov.in.
UPSC Prelims 2025 Latest Updates: What's The Paper Pattern?
The exam comprises two objective-type papers-General Studies (GS) Paper 1 and the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT), also known as Paper2. GS Paper I assesses candidates in subjects such as history, geography, political science, economics, and developments in science and technology. The CSAT paper, on the other hand, tests comprehension, logical reasoning, and analytical abilities.
