If you have reached the interview round of the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024, it’s crucial to be aware of the updated schedule. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has revised the interview date, originally set for February 5, 2025, to now take place on February 8, 2025. This change has been implemented due to the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. Candidates can find the official notice regarding this change on the UPSC’s official website, upsc.gov.in.
The official notice states, “Due to the notification for the Delhi Assembly Elections scheduled for February 5, 2025, the personality test for the Civil Services Examination 2024, originally scheduled for this date, will now be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025.”
Overview of the Interview Process
The interview process for candidates who successfully passed the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2024 began on January 7, 2025, and will conclude on April 17, 2025. A total of 2,845 candidates are expected to participate in the interviews, which will be conducted in two sessions daily. The reporting time for the morning session is 9:00 AM, while the afternoon session starts at 1:00 PM. To support candidates traveling by train in second-class sleeper accommodations for the interview, the UPSC will reimburse travel expenses.
Schedule of Major Exams
When Was the Main Examination Held?
The UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2024 was conducted over several days: September 20, 21, 22, 28, and 29, 2024. The examination took place in two shifts, with the first shift running from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and the second shift from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Prior to this, the preliminary examination was held on June 16, 2024, and those who passed the main exam were given the opportunity to fill out the Detailed Application Form (DAF) from December 13 to December 19.
Available Positions for Recruitment
This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 1,056 positions across various services. The UPSC Civil Services Examination selects candidates for 21 services, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Foreign Service (IFS).
Key Dates and Important Information
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | June 16, 2024 |
| Main Examination | September 20-29, 2024 |
| Interview Start Date | January 7, 2025 |
| Revised Interview Date | February 8, 2025 |
| Interview End Date | April 17, 2025 |
For further details, candidates are encouraged to check the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.