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UPSC Civil Services Answer Key 2024 - Check IAS Solution Key PDFs

UPSC Civil Services Answer Key 2024 - Check IAS Solution Key PDFs

Edited By Vishnukumar | Updated on Jun 25, 2024 05:32 PM IST | #UPSC CSE

Candidates can get the links to download the unofficial prelims UPSC IAS 2024 answer key for GS and CSAT below. Union Public Services Commission will release the UPSC Civil Service 2024 prelims answer key online on the official website. The official UPSC CSE answer key 2024 will be available for download after the selection process at upsc.gov.in. Candidates can use the UPSC IAS answer key 2024 to gauge their performance in the UPSC IAS exam. Candidates can download copies of the UPSC 2024 answer key using the links below.

UPSC Civil Services Answer Key 2024 (unofficial)

Paper

Set A

Set B

Set C

Set D

General Studies Paper 1

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General Studies Paper 2

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UPSC Civil Services Answer Key 2024 Dates

Check below the dates pertaining to the release of the official and unofficial UPSC Civil Services 2024 answer key.

IAS Prelims Answer Key Dates

Events

Dates

Date of Preliminary Exam

May 26, 2024

June 16, 2024 (Rescheduled)

Release of IAS answer key (unofficial)

June 16, 2024

UPSC Civil Services answer key (official)

To be Announced

IAS Main Answer Key 2024 Dates

Events

Dates

Date of IAS Main Exam

November 24, 2024

Release of IAS answer key (unofficial)

To be notified

UPSC Civil Services answer key (official)

To be notified

How to Download UPSC Civil Services Answer Key 2024?

Follow the steps given below to download the answer key of UPSC Civil Services.

Steps to Download IAS Answer Key 2024

  1. Go to the question as per your question paper set below and check the correct key or click on the links ‘UPSC Civil Services answer key’ published by the coaching institutes below.

  2. The UPSC IAS answer key has been provided set-wise for General Studies Papers 1 and 2.

  3. Choose the set provided to you during the IAS exam 2024 .

  4. On the new page, the UPSC prelims answer key in the PDF file will open.

  5. Download the UPSC Civil Services answer key and save it.

UPSC Civil Services Answer Key - Previous Year’s

UPSC CSE Answer Key 2023 (Prelims)

Paper

Answer Key (All Sets A, B, C, D)

General Studies Paper 1

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General Studies Paper 2

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UPSC Civil Services Answer Key 2022 - Previous Year’s

Paper

Answer Key (All Sets A, B, C, D)

General Studies Paper 1

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General Studies Paper 2

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UPSC Civil Services Answer Key 2021

Paper

Answer Key (All Sets A, B, C, D)

General Studies Paper 1

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General Studies Paper 2

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UPSC Civil Services Answer Key 2020

Paper

Set A

Set B

Set C

Set D

General Studies Paper 1

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General Studies Paper 2

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UPSC Civil Services Question Papers 2019 for Prelims (Set A, B, C, D)

Question Set

Set A

Set B

Set C

Set D

Download Link Paper I

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Download Link Paper II

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UPSC Civil Services Prelims Answer 2019 by Various Institutes

Download the UPSC 2019 answer key by various institutes through the links given below. The links will be activated once it is released.

Name of Institute

GS Paper 1 UPSC 2019 Answer Key

GS Paper 2 UPSC 2019 Answer Key

Career Launcher

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Available Soon

Vajiram and Ravi

Download Here

Available Soon

NeoStencil

Download Here

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Dhyeya IAS

Download Here

Available Soon

Drishti IAS

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Shankar IAS Academy

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Available Soon

Springboard Academy

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Available Soon

Rau's IAS

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Insights IAS

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UPSC Civil Services Answer Key - Previous Year's

How to Use UPSC Civil Services Answer Key 2024 to calculate score?

As per the marking scheme, for the correct answer in General Studies Paper 1, candidates will score 2 marks while it is 2.5 marks for GS Paper 2. For incorrect answers in both papers, 1/3 marks will be deducted.

Marking Scheme of UPSC Civil Services 2024

Specifications

Marking Scheme

Correct response

  • GS Paper I = 2

  • GS Paper II = 2.5

Negative marking

- 1/3 of marks allotted for each question

Marks deducted in Paper I

0.66 marks

Marks deducted in Paper I

0.83 marks

Total marks of prelims

400 (Paper I - 200 marks, Paper II - 200 marks)

The score for Paper I

Correct responses out of 100 X 2 marks – 0.66 marks for each incorrect answer

The score for Paper II

Correct responses out of 80 X 2.5 marks – 0.83 marks for each incorrect answer

Aggregate score

(Correct answers in Paper I x 2) + (Correct responses in Paper II x 2.5) – (Number of incorrect response x marks deducted for each incorrect answer)

UPSC Civil Services Answer Key 2024 - Benefits

  • Using the UPSC Civil Services prelims answer key, candidates will be able to check the correct answers.

  • Based on the number of answers marked correctly and incorrectly in the IAS exam 2024 , candidates can calculate the probable score.

  • Candidates can analyse their performance based on the score

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UPSC Civil Services 2024 Qualifying Marks

The examination authority decides the qualifying marks for General Studies Studies Paper II which is 33%. There are no qualifying marks for General Studies Paper I. Candidates are required to secure the qualifying marks to pass Paper II. Besides the qualifying marks, UPSC also determines the overall UPSC IAS 2024 cut off marks for the preliminary exam on the basis of General Studies (GS) Paper I only.

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UPSC Civil Services Result 2024

As per the UPSC IAS exam date 2024, the result of the preliminary exam will be released by the Commission online at upsc.gov.in. On the basis of the IAS result 2024, candidates are selected for the mains exam. Civil Services Examination is one of the most coveted exams in the country conducted by UPSC to select candidates for various administrative services such as the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service, Indian Revenue Service (IRS), etc.

Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

1. Can I raise objections in the UPSC IAS answer key?

The facility to raise objections in the IAS answer key will not be provided by UPSC.

2. When does the official UPSC CSE 2024 answer key be released?

The official UPSC IAS 2024 answer key will be released after the conclusion of all stages of the exam.

3. Can I get the answer key for the UPSC Civil Service mains exam?

The UPSC Civil Services answer key for the mains exam will be released to the candidates after the conclusion of all stages of the exam.

4. How can I get UPSC official answer key?

You can download the official UPSC IAS answer key on the official website. Refer to the article above for detailed steps on how to download the IAS Answer key.

5. Can I crack UPSC by reading only newspapers?

While reading newspapers is very important for learning about current affairs, newspapers alone cannot cover the entire UPSC CSE syllabus. For other study materials you can use for IAS preparation, refer to our Best books for the UPSC IAS page.

6. Does the UPSC have negative marking?

Yes, the UPSC IAS exam 2024 has a negative marking of ⅓ marks for incorrect answers in the prelims papers.

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  • Pros: Good faculty, structured programs, and regular tests.
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3. Vision IAS

  • Location: Delhi, with branches in other cities.
  • Pros: Detailed study materials, current affairs updates, regular mock tests.
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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

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7. The Hindu Zone

  • Location: Online coaching.
  • Pros: Flexibility of online classes, good faculty, and resources.
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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:

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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.

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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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