The UPSC Civil Services Exam is a nationwide competitive examination in India for recruitment to various Civil Services of the Government of India, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Foreign Service (IFS).

The UPSC exam consists of three stages: Prelims (objective), Mains (written), and Interview (personality test).

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university. The age limit varies by category, with general candidates eligible between 21 and 32 years.

General category candidates can attempt the exam 6 times, OBC candidates 9 times, and SC/ST candidates have unlimited attempts until they reach the age limit.

The Prelims syllabus includes subjects like History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science & Technology, Environment, and Current Affairs.