The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the revised exam calendar for 2025, providing crucial updates for candidates preparing for various competitive examinations. The calendar outlines the schedule for major exams, including the Civil Services Examination, Indian Forest Service Examination, and other key recruitment tests, ensuring that aspirants can plan their preparation strategies effectively.
Notification and Application Deadlines
The calendar highlights the notification dates, deadlines for application submissions, and exam commencement dates for a range of exams. Notably, the notification for the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2025 will be released on 22nd January 2025, with the last date for receipt of applications being 11th February 2025. The examination itself is scheduled for 25th May 2025.
Similarly, the Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination 2025 will see its notification on 18th September 2024, with the exam set for 9th February 2025. These timelines are crucial for candidates to keep track of as they prepare for these competitive exams.
Major Examinations and Timelines
Among the key exams listed in the revised calendar, the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2025 is scheduled to begin on 22nd August 2025 and will span five days. The Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2025 will start on 16th November 2025, with a duration of seven days.
For those aspiring to join the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy, the NDA & NA Examination (I) 2025 will be held on 13th April 2025, while the second phase, NDA & NA Examination (II) 2025, is set for 14th September 2025.
Reserve Dates and Other Examinations
The UPSC has also reserved several dates throughout the year for other examinations or recruitment tests, providing flexibility in the scheduling process. For example, 11th January 2025 and 14th June 2025 are reserved for unspecified UPSC examinations.
The calendar also includes dates for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2025, Combined Medical Services Examination 2025, and the Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination 2025, among others, ensuring a comprehensive schedule for all major UPSC exams.
Planning for 2025
Candidates are advised to frequently check the official UPSC website for any changes or updates to the exam schedule. With the revised calendar in hand, aspirants can now better plan their study schedules, application submissions, and other preparatory activities to maximize their chances of success in these highly competitive examinations.
The full revised exam calendar for 2025 is now available for download on the UPSC website, allowing candidates to stay informed and organized throughout their preparation journey.