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UPSC CSE Statistics 2024 - How Many IAS Officers are Selected Every Year

UPSC CSE Statistics 2024 - How Many IAS Officers are Selected Every Year

Updated on Apr 29, 2024 09:23 AM IST | #UPSC CSE
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UPSC IAS Statistics 2024 - UPSC CSE 2024 Statistics reveal that every year, approximately 1 million aspirants take their shot at the UPSC exam and only 0.2% candidates pass the exam. Even though the total number of vacancies is just around 1000 for all 24 services combined, UPSC CSE Statistics notes that the number of candidates who appear for the exam are ever increasing.

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  1. UPSC CSE Statistics 2024
  2. UPSC CSE Exam Statistics 2007 to 2023
  3. UPSC CSE Exam Analysis
UPSC CSE Statistics 2024 - How Many IAS Officers are Selected Every Year
UPSC CSE Statistics 2024 - How Many IAS Officers are Selected Every Year

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts Civil Services Exam (CSE) every year to recruit candidates for different posts in the Indian government including the prestigious posts of Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS) and Indian Foreign Service (IFS).

UPSC CSE Statistics 2024

An analysis of the previous year UPSC CSE statistics reveals a shift in trends after 2009 regarding the total number of applicants and success rates. The results are tabulated below to help predict the UPSC CSE Statistics 2024.

UPSC CSE Exam Statistics and shift in trends

Years

UPSC CSE Statistics

UPSC CSE 2006 to 2009

Total UPSC vacancies - 3157 (993 per year)

Total applicants: 14.52 lakh students (on an average 3.63 lakhs per year)

Qualifying students in UPSC Mains - 40,413 (on an average 10,103 per year)

Only 7858 students qualified for interviews (on an average of 2435 per year)

UPSC CSE 2020 to 2023

Total vacancies: 3823

No of applicants for Prelims: Around 46.03 lakhs.

Qualifying students in Mains - 48,214 students.

Students who qualified for UPSC CSE interviews - 10,000 students.

Number of students who qualified for an interview - 1204

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UPSC CSE Exam Statistics 2007 to 2023

The table below analyses the previous years UPSC CSE Statistics to get clarity on the number of candidates who applied for the exam, cleared prelims, cracked mains, attended the interviews and made the final cut. Analysing the previous year UPSC CSE Statistics also aids in predicting cut offs and getting an approximate on safe scores.

UPSC Civil Services Exam Statistics - 2007 to 2023

Year

Total No. of candidates who applied for the CSE exam

Total No. of candidates who appeared in the CSE prelims

Total No. of candidates who qualified for CSE mains

Total No. of candidates who appeared in the IAS mains exam

Total No. of candidates who appeared for the CSE interview

Total no. of candidates who got selected finally for the posts

2023

Around 13 Lakh

Around 6 Lakh

14624

-

2916

1016

2022

11,35,697

5,73,735

13090

-

2526

933

2021

1112318

513192

9214

-

1823

761

2020

1056835

486952

10564

-

2049

833

2019

1154769

574980

11845

-

2034

829

2018

1065552

500484

10419

10246

1994

759

2017

969065

46284

13300

13060

2564

1056

2016

1128262

459659

15382

15149

2961

1099

2015

945908

465882

15008

15,008

2797

1078

2014

947428

446623

16706

16286

3308

1236

2013

776604

324279

14800

14178

3001

1122

2012

550080

271442

12795

12190

2674

998

2011

499120

243236

11837

11237

2415

999

2010

547698

269036

12271

11865

2589

965

2009

409110

193091

11894

11516

2431

989

2008

325433

167035

11669

11330

2136

881

2007

333680

161469

9158

8886

1883

734

UPSC CSE Trend Analysis 2021 to 2023

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UPSC CSE Exam Analysis

The UPSC CSE statistics given above makes it evident that the success rate of this competitive exam is less than 1% making the candidates feel like they don’t have a chance at cracking this exam. However this data can also be interpreted on a positive note.

Even though UPSC CSE Statistics reveal that every year a lot of candidates apply for the exam, only around 50% of candidates show up. The example of the year 2025 is a case in point with approximately 9,45,908 applicants for UPSC CSE exam but only 4,65,882 candidates actually showing up.

Even amongst this 4,65,882 applicants, a good majority only show up on the insistence of their parents or due to peer pressure and are not serious or dedicated towards cracking the exam. Considering this new approach at interpreting data, even though lakhs of candidates apply for the UPSC CSE exam, only a few thousands are serious about it.

Considering the 2024 statistics again, the final list of qualified candidates is 1078 and if according to the previous assumption, the number of serious candidates is around 45000, the success rate of the exam becomes 2% which is higher than its previous record of less than 1%.

On the basis of the Mains statistics, the number of candidates who qualify the Mains exam is approximately 14 times the number of openings which show that around 15008 candidates cleared the Prelims. Hence out of 62,000 candidates, 1 in 4 serious candidates crack the exam making the success rate of clearing Prelims 25%.

The competition for a spot under UPSC CSE is not with the 4,65,882 candidates who showed up but with these 62,000 candidates who are serious. Furthermore, out of the 15,008 candidates who qualify for Mains, 2797 candidates qualify for the final interview making the success rate approximately 15%. In the final personality test interview, one out of two candidates are selected making the success rate 50%.

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With this logical analysis in mind it becomes evident that it is possible to clear the UPSC CSE exam if the candidate is serious and has a solid UPSC IAS study plan crafted from a deep understanding of the syllabus and UPSC IAS previous year papers. Even though the table and numbers denote a success rate of less than 1%, the competition is never with the total number of candidates who apply for the exam.

The chance of clearing every competitive exam is half preparation and half mindset, so don't let the big terrifying numbers of UPSC CSE and UPSC IAS Statistics scare you and grind on with a positive attitude and a can-do spirit.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many vacancies are there in UPSC CSE 2024?

There are approximately 1056 vacancies according to the official UPSC CSE notification.

2. How many hours should students study to crack IAS?

Ideally students should spend around 12-15 hours daily on different topics to crack IAS.

3. Which subject is best for IAS?

Students can opt for history, geography, political science as their domains after 12th as these subjects make the base for UPSC Civil Services Exam.

4. How many candidates appear for the UPSC IAS exam every year ?

As per the UPSC IAS statistics 2024, approximately 13 lakh candidate appear for the UPSC IAS exam.

5. When will UPSC form come in 2024?

The UPSC form 2024 was released on February 14, 2024.

6. What is the age limit for IAS 2024?

Candidates must meet the age eligibility of 21 - 32 years for UPSC IAS 2024

7. How hard is UPSC Prelims?

According to the UPSC CSE statistics, the success rate of UPSC Prelims is just 25% so it is considered tough.

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Questions related to UPSC CSE

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The choice of your graduation path – integrated BSc BEd (Zoology), BTech CS, or integrated BS-MS at IISER Thiruvananthapuram – to pursue the dream of becoming an IAS officer requires careful consideration.

A Bachelor of Arts degree, particularly in subjects like Political Science, History, or Economics, is often considered the most aligned with the CSE syllabus, covering crucial topics relevant to General Studies papers.

However, a science background, especially with a BTech CS degree, develops analytical and logical reasoning skills beneficial for the CSAT paper and could be advantageous for certain optional subjects like Mathematics or potentially Engineering disciplines.

Even if you choose a science or engineering stream, you can still select humanities-based optional subjects that overlap with the General Studies papers like Anthropology, Sociology, or Public Administration, which many engineers have successfully opted for.The integrated BSc BEd (Zoology) offers a strong foundation in science and a backup career in teaching, but the primary focus of the BEd component may not be directly relevant to the UPSC syllabus. The integrated BS-MS at IISER offers a strong research focus and academic excellence, potentially leading to diverse career paths in science, academia, industry, or even government agencies But still it is not connected with your ias dream.

Among all b.tech is best as many successful candidates from engineering backgrounds, have utilized their analytical skills and knowledge to crack the exam.

Hello

This is the typical schedule of the IAS Exam (UPSC CSE):

Notification Release: February
Online Application Window: February to early March
Prelims Exam: May or June
Mains Exam: September/October

As for 2025, the registration date is already gone, so you have to see for 2026 now. The registration will open most probably in February 2026 so stay tuned.

To know more about the IAS Exam: UPSC CSE

Hope this answer helps! Thank You!!!

A candidate who has undergone heart surgery can be eligible for the IAS post if they are medically fit and can perform the required duties without any serious health problems The UPSC allows candidates to appear for the exam if they meet the general physical and mental fitness criteria After clearing the main examination and interview all selected candidates must undergo a detailed medical examination by a government medical board If the candidate has recovered well from heart surgery and there are no complications they can be declared fit for service However if the surgery has caused any permanent disability and if it is certified under the benchmark disability rules then the candidate may be eligible for reservation under the persons with disabilities category Final eligibility depends on the report given by the medical board during the selection process

If a person has undergone heart surgery for ASD which means Atrial Septal Defect and is now medically fit then they can apply for the IAS exam There is no restriction for such candidates if their physical and mental condition is stable and they can perform the duties required in civil services However selection to IAS also depends on passing the medical test conducted after clearing the main exam and interview If the person has any lasting disability due to the heart condition and it is certified by a government medical board then they may be considered under the benchmark disability category as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act In such cases the candidate may come under reservation for persons with disabilities in the specific category mentioned by the medical authority It is always advised to check the official UPSC notification and consult with a government hospital for proper disability certification before applying

Hello ,

If you want to give IAS exam then you should complete your graduation first or also if you are in your last year of graduation then you can fill the application form.

To know more, refer this:

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/upsc-ias-application-form

I hope this helps you!

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