UPSC Civil Services Mains 2024: Exam Schedule and Key Details

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UPSC Civil Services Mains 2024 Exam Schedule Released

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the schedule for the Civil Services Mains Examination 2024. The examination is set to take place from September 20 to September 29, 2024.

Key Highlights:

  • Exam Dates: September 20 – September 29, 2024
  • Sessions:
    • Morning Session: 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
    • Afternoon Session: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • Number of Candidates Qualified for Mains: 14,627
  • Total Vacancies: 1,056 (including 40 reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities – PwBD)

Important Dates and Sessions:

  • September 20, 2024:
    • Essay Paper (Morning Session)
  • September 21, 2024:
    • General Studies Paper I (Morning Session)
    • General Studies Paper II (Afternoon Session)
  • September 22, 2024:
    • General Studies Paper III (Morning Session)
    • General Studies Paper IV (Afternoon Session)
  • September 28, 2024:
    • Paper A (Indian Language) (Morning Session)
    • Paper B (English) (Afternoon Session)
      Note: Both papers are qualifying.
  • September 29, 2024:
    • Paper IV (Optional Subject Paper I) (Morning Session)
    • Paper V (Optional Subject Paper II) (Afternoon Session)

How to Download the Exam Schedule:

  1. Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
  2. Click on the “CSE Mains 2024 Exam Schedule” link available on the homepage.
  3. The exam schedule will be displayed on your screen.
  4. Download and save the schedule.
  5. Print a copy for future reference.

Additional Information:

  • Prelims Result: The prelims exam was conducted on June 16, 2024, with results announced on July 1, 2024. Over 13.4 lakh candidates appeared for the prelims.
  • Vacancy Details: The UPSC aims to fill 1,056 positions in various central government services, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Foreign Service (IFS).

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official UPSC website for any updates or changes to the schedule.