{"id":796625,"date":"2023-11-10T11:12:11","date_gmt":"2023-11-10T05:42:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/discover\/?p=796625"},"modified":"2023-11-10T11:12:11","modified_gmt":"2023-11-10T05:42:11","slug":"upsc-cse-eligibility","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/discover\/indian-exams\/upsc-cse-eligibility\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf93UPSC CSE Eligibility: Age, Educational Background and More."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hi. I am Professor Owl \ud83e\udd89. For years, I have been teaching students who are aiming to clear the Civil Services Exam.<\/strong> Remember, before applying for the UPSC CSE Exam, the candidates must know that it is essential to clear the Eligibility criteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here in this blog, we have cleared all your doubts regarding the eligibility criteria for the UPSE CSE exam. The basic eligibility criteria for the UPSE CSE exam are based on the candidate’s education, age, and many other factors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

UPSC CSE Eligibility: Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As said before, the candidate’s eligibility for the UPSE CSE exam is based on many different factors, such as age, educational background, number of attempts etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The table below mentions the candidate\u2019s eligibility criteria with their detailed description:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Particulars<\/strong><\/td>Details<\/td><\/tr>
Educational Background<\/strong><\/td>A minimum of 50% in the Graduation degree<\/td><\/tr>
Age<\/strong><\/td>21-32 years<\/td><\/tr>
Number of Attempts<\/strong><\/td>6<\/td><\/tr>
Citizenship<\/strong><\/td>Indian<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

UPSC CSE Eligibility: Educational Background<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the factors determining the candidate\u2019s eligibility depends on the educational background. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is said that the candidate must hold a Graduation degree in any stream from a recognized university from all over the country such as Delhi University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The minimum percentage required to be eligible for UPSE CSE is at least 50%. Any candidate holding more than that is appreciated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also Read<\/strong> \u23f3 History Mains Questions UPSC \u2013 All Sections, Year Wise!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

UPSC CSE Eligibility: Age Limit, and Relaxation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The minimum age to appear to be eligible for the CSE exam is 21 years, and the maximum age to take the exam is 32 years. However, these may also change for different categories. Here, in the table below is the analysis of the age limit, relaxation,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Categories<\/strong><\/td>Age Limit (Maximum Age)<\/strong><\/td>Relaxation<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
General Category<\/td>32 years<\/td>NA<\/td><\/tr>
OBC<\/td>32 years<\/td>3 years<\/td><\/tr>
SC\/ST<\/td>32 years<\/td>5 years<\/td><\/tr>
Physically Disabled<\/td>32 years<\/td>10 years<\/td><\/tr>
Jammu and Kashmir Residents<\/td>32 years<\/td>5 years<\/td><\/tr>
Disabled Defence Personality<\/td>32 years<\/td>3 years<\/td><\/tr>
Ex-servicemen Commission Officer<\/td>32 years<\/td>5 years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Also Read<\/strong>: How to Prepare for UPSC Optional Sociology? \ud83d\udcd6<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

UPSC CSE Eligibility: Number of Attempts Allowed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another factor in UPSC CSE Eligibility is number of attempts allowed. The average number of attempts allowed is 6. However, it may vary for different categories. Here is an overview of the number of attempts allowed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Categories<\/strong><\/td>Number of Attempts Allowed<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
General Category<\/td>6<\/td><\/tr>
OBC<\/strong><\/a><\/td>9<\/td><\/tr>
SC<\/strong><\/a>\/<\/strong>ST<\/strong><\/a><\/td>Unlimited<\/td><\/tr>
Physically Disabled<\/td>9<\/td><\/tr>
Jammu and Kashmir Residents<\/td>Varies<\/td><\/tr>
Disabled Defence Personality<\/td>Varies<\/td><\/tr>
Ex-servicemen Commission Officer<\/td>Varies<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mr Professor Owl: \u201cI\u2019ve answered all your queries with the utmost precision that I was capable of. Now, I\u2019ll be taking my leave, but if you think I might have missed something, do check out the FAQ section or drop a comment. I always respond!\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Best Political Science Books<\/strong><\/td>NCERT Books For UPSC Exams<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What is the qualification for the UPSC CSE exam?<\/strong>

To appear for the\u00a0 UPSC CSE exam, the candidate needs to at least clear their graduation degree from a recognized university.<\/p> <\/div>

Is there any age restriction for the UPSE CSE Exam?<\/strong>

Yes, there are age restrictions for candidates who are applying for the UPSE CSE Exam. The candidates are between the age of\u00a0 21- 32 years.<\/p> <\/div>

Can a candidate of 40 years appear for the UPSC CTE Exam?<\/strong>

No, the maximum age of a candidate who wishes to appear for the exam should be 32 years.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n

This was all about the \u201cUPSC CSE Eligibility Criteria<\/em><\/strong>\u201d.  For more such informative blogs, check out our Government Exams Section<\/strong><\/a>, or you can learn more about us by visiting our  Indian exams<\/strong><\/a> page.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Hi. I am Professor Owl \ud83e\udd89. 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