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How many marks are required for IAS?

How many marks are required for IAS?

Edited By Sneha Vinod | Updated on Jun 26, 2024 09:56 AM IST | #UPSC CSE

The Union Public Service Commission conducts the UPSC IAS exam every year. Scoring above the IAS cutoff marks for each stage of the UPSC CSE exam is not merely enough to make it as an IAS officer. Since the position of IAS is one of prestige, candidates have to score top marks and high ranks to secure the position. Only the candidates who score the highest marks and ranks will be admitted to the position at UPSC IAS 2024 exam.

Candidates getting ready for the forthcoming UPSC Civil Services Exam should thoroughly review the list of top IAS achievers along with their scores. This will set a goal and aid in strategic UPSC exam preparation. Aspiring candidates strive hard to achieve success in becoming IAS, IFS, or IPS officers, and the list of top IAS achievers provides insights into effective preparation strategies for this competitive exam.

UPSC IAS Ranklist (Toppers):

Candidates can refer to the table below which records the top 10 rank holders and their respective marks in the UPSC IAS exam.

IAS Rank

IAS 2023 Marks

CSE 2022 Marks

IAS 2021 Marks

1

1099

1094

1105

2

1067

1063

1050

3

1065

1060

1045

4

1059

1055

1039

5

1049

1054

1036

6

1048

1054

1033

7

1045

1053

1031

8

1045

1051

1030

9

1045

1045

1030

10

1044

1043

1026

UPSC IAS 2024 ranks and expected IAS marks:

Compared with the UPSC IAS 2023 rank list, the expected marks required for the top 10 ranks in UPSC IAS 2024 are tabulated below.

UPSC IAS Rank

Expected IAS Exam 2024 Marks

AIR 1

1090-1100

AIR 2

1080-1089

AIR 3

1060-1079

AIR 4

1055-1059

AIR 5

1050-1054

AIR 6

1045-1049

AIR 7

1039-1045

AIR 8

1042-1044

AIR 9

1039-1041

AIR 10

1035-1038

AIR 11-25

1025-1034

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UPSC CSE Posts Rank wise

Candidates can refer to the UPSC CSE 2023 rank wise posts table attached below to clarify the ranks required to get selected for a post and how many candidates get chosen from each category for that particular post. Using the UPSC CSE 2024 list, assumptions can be made on the recruitment for UPSC CSE 2024.

Posts

GEN

EWS

OBC

SC

ST

Total

IAS

75

18

45

29

13

180

IFS

15

04

10

06

03

38

IPS

83

20

53

31

13

200

Group A Central Services

201

45

122

69

36

473

Group ‘B’ Services

60

12

33

19

07

131

Total

434

99

263

154

72

1022

UPSC IAS last rank per category

The table below shows the last IAS rank per category in 2023 predicting the minimum rank required for a candidate to be qualified for the position of an IAS officer. Candidates had to be ranked above these minimum ranks in their category to get recruited as UPSC IAS 2023.

Category

IAS Rank

General

77

EWS

320

OBC

338

SC

502

ST

547

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UPSC CSE Exam - Factors affecting IAS marks

The marks required to qualify for the UPSC IAS exam 2024 are not fixed and vary from year to year. The UPSC IAS exam 2024 mark requirement varies based on factors such as:

  1. difficulty of the UPSC IAS question paper

  2. the number of vacancies

  3. the performance of candidates

  4. Total number of candidates

In recent years, the IAS cutoff marks have ranged from around 100 to 110 marks out of 200 in the Preliminary Examination. The IAS cutoff marks for the Main Examination however vary across different papers and optional subjects.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many marks are required to clear UPSC IAS 2024?

As per the UPSC IAS 2022 result the passing mark for IAS is 960 for the general category.

2. What if I get a 1000 rank in UPSC CSE 2024?

Candidates securing UPSC CSE 2024 ranks beyond 1000 can explore services like the Indian Defense Estates Service (IDES), Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS), and other specialised services.

3. What is the salary of a UPSC IAS officer?

As per the latest 7th Pay Commission, the starting and entry-level UPSC IAS officer salary is Rs 56100 – 132000 per month.

4. What are the total marks of the UPSC Mains Exam?

The UPSC Mains consists of a total of 1750 marks, in which papers A and B consist of 300 marks each, and the remaining 7 papers consist of 250 marks each.

5. How many students pass the UPSC IAS exam?

Usually, around 1 million students attempt the exam every year. However, only 0.2% of all candidates pass the exam.

6. Who scored UPSC IAS rank 1 in 2023?

UPSC Topper for 2023 was Aditya Srivastava who secured AIR 1 with an impressive score of 1099 marks.

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When choosing an IAS coaching institute, it's important to consider factors such as faculty quality, study materials, success rate, infrastructure, fees, and student support. Here are some highly regarded IAS coaching institutes in India:

1. Vajiram & Ravi

  • Location: Delhi
  • Pros: Experienced faculty, comprehensive study materials, high success rate.
  • Cons: Relatively expensive.

2. ALS IAS

  • Location: Delhi, with branches in various cities.
  • Pros: Good faculty, structured programs, and regular tests.
  • Cons: Can be costly, and the quality may vary across branches.

3. Vision IAS

  • Location: Delhi, with branches in other cities.
  • Pros: Detailed study materials, current affairs updates, regular mock tests.
  • Cons: Some students find the pace fast.

4. Sriram IAS

  • Location: Delhi
  • Pros: Strong emphasis on comprehensive understanding, quality teaching.
  • Cons: Limited branches compared to others.

5. Drishti IAS

  • Location: Delhi, with a few branches in other cities.
  • Pros: Affordable fees, good study material, and supportive faculty.
  • Cons: Infrastructure might be less impressive.

6. Upkar Institute

  • Location: Multiple cities.
  • Pros: Focus on affordable coaching, quality materials.
  • Cons: Less known compared to the top-tier institutes.

7. The Hindu Zone

  • Location: Online coaching.
  • Pros: Flexibility of online classes, good faculty, and resources.
  • Cons: Online learning might not suit everyone.

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It's great that you are taking the initiative to pursue your dream of becoming an IAS officer, Bettaswamy. Many working professionals like you crack the UPSC exam every year.

Anxiety often stems from dwelling on uncertainties. Instead, focus on what you can control – your daily preparation. Break down your study plan into manageable chunks and celebrate small goals. Challenge negative thoughts with realistic and empowering self-talk. Instead of "what if I fail," tell yourself, "I am putting in the effort to succeed, and I am capable of learning from any outcome." Practice relaxation techniques like meditation, deep breathing, or yoga to calm your mind and reduce stress.

Plan your study schedule around your work commitments. Utilize pockets of time for revision and dedicate focused study time during evenings or weekends.

Plan your study schedule around your work commitments. Utilize pockets of time for revision and dedicate focused study time during evenings or weekends.

Connect with other UPSC aspirants or online forums for motivation and sharing strategies. Consider joining a coaching institute that caters to working professionals.

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I assume you want to know the eligibility criteria to becoming an IAS. First of all, to become an IAS,  one has to clear UPSC CSE examiner. There are certain eligibility criteria for applying in this examination and they are as follows:

  • Bachelor's degree from any recognised college.
  • Age between 21-32; with some relaxation for reserved categories.
  • Citizen of India ora subject of Nepal/ Bhutan or Tibetan refugee who came to India, to permanently settle here before January 1, 1962, or People of Indian origin who migrated from Uganda, Burma, Pakistan, Zambia, the United Republic of Tanzania, Malawi, Sri Lanka, East African Countries of Kenya, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam to permanently settle in India.

For more information, please visit the website by clicking on the link given below:

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/upsc-ias-eligibility-criteria#toc_1

And other government jobs, the eligibility test is different for different jobs. It would have been if you could mention the government job you are interested in.

Hope this answers your query. Thank you

Dear aspirant !!

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Yes it will be considered because Bachelor in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP) is a 4-year degree course . It is a multi-disciplinary profession with core subjects including speech pathology, language pathology, and audiology.

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Dear Aspirant !

Hope you are fine!

The main subjects for the UPSC Exam are Indian Politics, Indian Economy, International Relations, Science and Technology, Geography, History, Environment and Ecology, and related Current Affairs . There are 25 subjects and 23 literature optional that one can choose from in addition to this..

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