IAS Mains Admit Card has been released on 30th August 2022. The mains Examination 2022 will take place on 16th, 17th, 18th, 24th and 25th September 2022. Candidates who had qualified the UPSC IAS Prelims Exam are only eligible to attend the Mains Exam. The candidates are required to undergo a  3 stage selection process - UPS IAS Prelims Exam , UPSC IAS Mains Exam, and UPSC IAS Interview.

• The application forms for the Mains Exam were submitted by 15th July 2022. 
• The IAS Prelims Exam was conducted on 5th June 2022.
• The selection process includes Prelims Exam, Mains Exam, and Interview.

Read on to know about the vacancies, eligibility criteria, and more about the IAS Exam 2022.

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Download UPSC IAS Civil Services 2021 Notification PDF
Download UPSC IAS Civil Services 2022 Notification PDF

IAS Exam Latest Updates

30th August 2022: UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card Out!

The Union Public Service Commission has released UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card for the exam which is scheduled for 16, 17th, 18th, 24th and 25th September 2022. Below is the direct link to download admit card.

Direct Link to Download UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card

4th August 2022: UPSC IAS Service Allocation List Out!

The Union Public Service Commission has released UPSC IAS Service Allocation List 2021. A total of 586 candidates are considered in the list. Below is the direct link to check the allocation list.

Direct Link to Check UPSC IAS Service Allocation List

2nd August 2022: UPSC IAS Mains Exam Schedule Announced!

The UPSC has declared the schedule for the Mains Examination 2022. The exam will be held on 16th, 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th September 2022. Candidates can check the detailed exam schedule by referring to the PDF attached below.

Download UPSC IAS Mains Exam Schedule 2022

6th July 2022: UPSC IAS Mains Application Form Released!

The UPSC has released the Detailed Application Form I for the Mains Exam 2022. Candidates eligible for the Mains Exam must submit the applications online between 6th July to 15th July 2022. The direct application link is given below.

Direct Link to Apply for UPSC IAS Mains Examination 2022

22nd June 2022: UPSC IAS Results released on 22nd June!

The UPSC IAS Results released on 22nd June! This is with respect to the 2022 cycle. Mains exams to take place on 16th September 2022. Candidates who have cleared the UPSC IAS Prelims can gear up for their preparation for the UPSC IAS Mains. Candidates can check the UPSC IAS Result in the link mentioned below!

UPSC IAS Prelims Result Download PDF

30th May 2022: UPSC Civil Services Exam Result Out!

The UPSC has released the result of the Civil Services Exam 2021. The written exam was conducted in January 2022 & Personality Test was conducted between April- May 2022. Download the UPSC CSE Result using the link given below.

Download UPSC Civil Services Exam Result 2021

Direct Link to Check Marks of  Candidates Qualified in Written Exam 2021

Direct Link to Check Marks of  Candidates Not Qualified in Written Exam 2021

10th May 2022: UPSC IAS Prelims Admit Card Out!

The Union Public Service Commission has released UPSC IAS Prelims Admit Card for the exam which is scheduled on 5th June 2022. Below is the direct link to download the admit card.

Direct Link to Download UPSC IAS Prelims Admit Card 

4th May 2022: UPSC IAS Exam Dates 2023 Out!

The Union Public Service Commission has released UPSC IAS Exam Dates 2023 has been released. The prelims will be held 28th May 2023 and the mains will be held on 15th September 2023. Check the official notice below.

Check UPSC IAS Exam Dates 2023

IAS Exam Vacancies 2022

The Commission has mentioned in its official notification that there are 1011 vacancies to be filled. Out of these vacancies, 40 vacancies are for the Persons with Benchmark Disability Category. It is to be noted that this years’ vacancies are more in comparison to previous years’ recruitment exams. 

Check IAS Category-Wise Vacancy Notice

How to Apply Online for IAS Exam 2022?

Only those candidates who are eligible as per the requirements given above can register for this exam. If you are looking to learn how to apply for this exam, follow the steps given below.

Direct Link To Apply Online for UPSC Civil Services Exam 2022

Step 1: Click on the direct link as provided above.

Step 2: In Part - I registration, candidates will have to fill in all the personal information like name, age, address, etc.

Step 3: After the completion of this section, candidates must ensure/double-check if they have filled all details correctly. Corrections cannot be made after clicking on the submit button.

Step 4: In Part - II registration candidates have to submit all the requisite documents, namely; educational certificates, ID proof, age relaxation if applicable, photograph, signature, payment details, and declaration. (Photograph & Signature should be uploaded in JPG format).

Step 5: Candidates must also choose the exam center they wish to write the examination.

Step 6: Candidates must also ensure that they give a valid email address for further use.

Step 7: Candidates can finally click on the “I Agree” button and submit the application form after filling in all the details. A Registration Number will be provided to the candidates, make sure to keep it safe and also take copies of the application form for future reference.

UPSC Civil Services Exam Application Fee 2022

Each candidate who wishes to apply for this exam must pay the application fee along with the submission of the application form. As per the notification, the application fee differs for each category of candidates. Moreover, candidates can pay the following fees via Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking or through E-challan payment at the nearest SBI branch.

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IAS Exam Eligibility Criteria 2022

Now that you are aware of the number of vacancies, let’s learn about the UPSC Eligibility Criteria. As per the official notification, you have to fulfill certain criteria before applying for the Civil Services exam. Here are the requirements that you have to meet to be eligible for this exam.

UPSC Civil Services Exam Age Limit

Candidates have to be in the age group of 21 years to 32 years (As of 1st August 2022) or else they cannot apply for this exam. However, there are a few relaxations granted to various candidates which are given in the following table.

• Minimum age limit: 21 years
• Maximum age limit: 32 years

Age Relaxation

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UPSC Civil Services Exam Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess a degree from a Government recognized Universities or possess an equivalent qualification.
• Candidates who are awaiting results or are in their final year are also eligible to appear for UPSC preliminary examination.
• Technical and professional qualifications recognized by the Government as equal to professional and technical degrees.
• Medical students who have passed the final year of MBBS are also eligible for the UPSC exam.

Nationality

• The candidate must be a citizen of India or
• citizen of Nepal
• a subject of Bhutan
• The candidate must have been a Tibetan Refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, to be settled forever in India
• The candidate must be a person of Indian Origin who has migrated from the given countries- Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Myanmar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam, Zaire, or Zambia with an intention of permanently settling in India.

Number of Attempts

As per the official notification, there is a restriction on the number of attempts available for each candidate. Here is the category-wise number of attempts for the IAS Exam.

IAS Exam Selection Process 2022

Candidates who have registered for the IAS Exam will have to go through a three-tiered selection process. There will be three stages to it. To be considered for recruitment by the committee, candidates must pass both stages. An online preliminary examination will be the first element of the selection process. Candidates who pass this step will be invited to take the main exam and have their documents verified. As a result, the UPSC selection process can be summarised as follows:

• Preliminary Examination
• Main Examination
• Interview

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IAS Exam Pattern 2022

There will be two exams in the IAS Exam 2022 namely the preliminary exam and mains exam. You have to qualify in the prelims or else you cannot appear for the mains exam. The marks obtained by the candidates in the mains exam will be considered for the merit list. Here is the IAS Exam pattern for both prelims and mains exam.

Phase-I (Preliminary Examination):

The prelims exam is going to be conducted on 5th June 2022. So start preparing for this exam by first going through the exam pattern given below.

• Each question in both the papers will be of objective nature.
• There is a negative marking of 1/3rd marks for each wrong answer in this exam.
• You have to score at least 33% in Paper II to qualify.

Phase-II (Main Examination):

Candidates who qualify in the preliminary examination will be eligible for the Civil Services Mains 2022. Here is the exam pattern for IAS Mains 2022.

• In this exam, there will be papers of both objective natures as well as descriptive nature.
• To qualify for this exam, you have to clear the cut off in this exam.
• There is a negative marking in the objective type paper where 1/3rd marks will be deducted for wrong answers.

IAS Exam Dates 2022

Take a look at the table below for significant dates such as the start and end dates for online applications. Exam Dates for the Mains should also be checked.

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IAS Exam Admit Card 2022

The Commission has released the mains admit card. Candidates have to download the e-admit card and take a printout of the same. This is necessary as you have to carry the printed IAS Exam admit card to the exam hall. Here are the steps which you can follow to download & print the admit card.

Step 1 : Visit the official website of UPSC once the admit cards are issued.

Step 2 : Click on the freshly activated link for IAS Exam Admit Card 2022.

Step 3 : Now enter your registration ID and password to gain access.

Step 4 : Download the e-admit card and save it on your computer.

IAS Exam Answer Key 2022

The authority is anticipated to issue the UPSC Answer key within 2-3 weeks following the exam. Candidates can look at the answer key and calculate their scores.

How to download Answer Key?

Step 1: Click on the direct link given above.

Step 2: A new page will appear on the candidate’s screen in a PDF format.

Step 3: Candidates can download the answer key and start comparing their answers with it.

Step 4: Alternatively candidates can visit the official website and click on the UPSC Prelims/Mains Answer Key 2022 link. The candidates can then download the answer key for their use.

UPSC Civil Services Service Allocation Last Ranks

The service allocation is different for each category. The candidates can check the UPSC IAS Service Allocation Last Ranks 2021 from the below table.

How to Prepare for IAS Exam 2022?

• The level of the test may be difficult because UPSC is a prestigious institution. Applicants must carefully and completely respond to each section. Because incorrect responses will result in lower grades, it is critical to answer carefully and thoughtfully.
• Candidates can get practise reading resources to help them understand the descriptive exams better.
• It's also crucial to keep up with current events by reading newspapers every day or using the Testbook Current Affairs app.
• To have the best preparation in reasoning ability and quantitative aptitude, applicants should answer questions from different sources or take the Testbook test series.

Recommended Books for IAS Exam 2022

For your convenience, some of the experts' recommended books are listed below. These books are available for purchase online or at a local stationery store. There are many more books available on the internet.

IAS Exam Result 2022

The UPSC Civil Services Exam Prelims Result 2022 has been declared on 22nd June 2022. You can access the website and check the results to see whether you have cleared the exam or not.  You can follow these instructions to check the IAS Exam results.

Or

Step 1 : Visit the official website of UPSC.

Step 2 : Click on the IAS Exam 2022 Result Link.

Step 3 : Check your result on the new window.

Step 4 : You can also download this result in PDF format.

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