UPSC Extends Civil Services Prelims 2025 Application Deadline

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has extended the application deadline for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2025.

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Candidates can now submit their applications until February 18, 2025, by 6:00 PM.

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The correction window for applications will be open from February 19 to February 25, 2025.

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To apply, visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in and create a One-Time Registration (OTR) profile.

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After creating the OTR profile, log in to fill out and submit the application form.

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The application fee is ₹100, with exemptions for female, SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disability candidates.

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The Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2025 is scheduled to be held on May 25, 2025.

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This year, the examination aims to fill approximately 979 vacancies across various civil services.

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