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UPSC 2024 Eligibility Criteria

Before starting your UPSC 2024 Civil Services preparation, it’s essential to understand the eligibility criteria, as this is the first step for anyone wanting to take the Civil Services Examination and serve as an administrator in the country.

Here are the eligibility criteria for the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024:

1. Nationality: The candidate must be:

   • A citizen of India, or
   • A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
   • A Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, intending to settle permanently, or
   • A person of Indian origin who has migrated from countries like Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Kenya, and others, intending to settle permanently in India.

2. Educational Qualification: The candidate needs to have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university. If you are in the final year of your degree, you can apply, but you must show proof of passing before a given date.

3. Number of Attempts: The number of times you can attempt the exam depends on your category:

   • General Category: 6 attempts
   • OBC Category: 9 attempts
   • SC/ST Category: Unlimited attempts until the upper age limit (not counting those in special relaxation categories)

4. Physical Fitness: To qualify for specific services like the Indian Police Service (IPS) and Indian Forest Service (IFoS), candidates must meet certain physical and medical standards.

UPSC Age Limit 2024

The candidate must be aged between 21 and 32 years as of August 1 of the exam year. Age relaxations are available for candidates from reserved and specific categories.

Candidates should carefully read the official UPSC 2024 notification to ensure they meet all eligibility conditions. Since eligibility criteria can change, it’s important to check the latest UPSC notification for the most accurate and current details.

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