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UPSC Exams 2021 - Notification, Dates, Vacancy for UPC CDS, NDA, CAPF, EPFO
Updated on Jul 31, 2021 02:29 PM IST | #UPSC CSE
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UPSC Exams 2021 - The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts India's most premier exams to recruit candidates for All India as well as Group A & B Central Services along with Defense exams. UPSC releases the notification of each UPSC 2021 exams on its official website @upsc.gov.in. Aspirants who are planning to appear in any of the exams of UPSC 2021 can download the notification and apply from online mode. The UPSC exams 2021 are CSE, CDS, NDA, CAPF, ESE, CMS, EPFO, Combined Geo-Scientist and Geologists exam etc. Here we have shared all the important information like dates, the application process, eligibility criteria of UPSC exams 2021 in brief. Check all details related to the UPSC 2021 exams here.
This Story also Contains
- UPSC Exams 2021 Dates for Prelims and Mains
- UPSC Exams 2021 - List of Exams
- UPSC CSE 2021 Civil Services Examination
- UPSC ESE 2021 Engineering Services Examination
- UPSC NDA 2021 National Defence Academy Exam
- UPSC CDS 2021 Combined Defence Services Examination
- UPSC CAPF 2021 Central Armed Police Force Examination
- UPSC CMS 2021 Combined Medical Services Examination
- UPSC IES/ISS 2021 Indian Economic Services/Indian Statistical Services exam
- UPSC 2021 Combined Geo-Scientist and Geologist
UPSC Exams 2021 Dates for Prelims and Mains
UPSC Exam Name | Application Date | Last day of Application Form | Prelims Exam | Mains Exam |
March 04, 2021 | March 24, 2021 | June 27, 2021 | September 17, 2021 | |
CDS I 2020 | October 28, 2020 | November 17, 2020 | February 07, 2021 | SSB (TBA) |
CDS II 2021 | August 04, 2021 | August 24, 2021 | November 14, 2021 | SSB (TBA) |
NDA I 2020 | December 30, 2020 | January 19, 2021 | April 18, 2021 | SSB (TBA) |
NDA II | June 9, 2021 | June 29, 2021 | November 14, 2021 | SSB (TBA) |
October 07, 2020 | October 10, 2020 | February 21, 2021 | TBA | |
April 15, 2021 | May 5, 2021 | August 8, 2021 | PET/PST Dates (TBA) | |
IES/ISS | April 07, 2021 | April 27, 2021 | July 16, 2021 (3 days) | TBA |
May 05, 2021 | May 25, 2021 | August 29, 2021 | TBA |
UPSC Exams 2021 - List of Exams
UPSC CSE (Civil Services Examination)
UPSC NDA (National Defense Academy)
UPSC CAPF (Central Armed Police Forces)
UPSC IES/ISS (Indian Economic Services/Indian Statistical Services)
UPSC CMS (Combined Medical Services)
UPSC CSE 2021 Civil Services Examination
It is one of India's top most and toughest exams, UPSC CSE is conducted every year to recruit candidates for various Group A and B posts. UPSC CSE is conducted in three stages - preliminary, mains and interview. The UPSC exam is conducted in offline pen and paper mode. Check all details related to the UPSC CSE 2021 here.
UPSC CSE Exam Overview
Exam name | Civil Services Examination (CSE) |
Short name | UPSC CSE |
Conducting body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Website | upsc.gov.in |
Exam stages | Conducted in 3 stages Prelims, Mains and Personality test |
Mode of exam | Offline |
Qualification | Graduate |
Type of paper | Prelims - Objective type Mains - Subjective type (Descriptive type) |
Number of Papers | Prelims - Two paper
Mains - Nine Paper
|
Duration of Exam | Prelims - Each paper is of 2 hrs Mains - Each paper is of 3 hrs |
UPSC ESE 2021 Engineering Services Examination
As per the UPSC exams 2021, the ESE exam is also an annual affair conducted on a national level. Candidates who qualify the UPSC ESE 2021 will be posted to the vacant posts in different engineering departments (civil, mechanical, electrical and electronics & telecommunication) of the government of India. Check all details related to the UPSC ESE 2021 here.
UPSC ESE Exam Overview
Exam name | Engineering Services Examination (ESE) |
Short Name | UPSC ESE |
Conducting body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Website | upsc.gov.in |
Exam stages | 3 Stages Prelims Mains Personality test |
Mode of exam | Offline |
Qualification | Engineering degree |
Number of papers | Prelims - Two paper
Mains - Two paper
|
Type of paper | Prelims - Objective type questions Mains - Subjective type questions |
Duration of exam | Prelims
Mains
|
UPSC NDA 2021 National Defence Academy Exam
NDA is the gateway for 10+2 qualified male candidates into the Indian defense services. As a part of the exams of UPSC 2021, NDA will also be conducted on national but unlike CSE and ESE, NDA will be held twice a year. The exam is conducted to fill the officer rank posts in the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force. Check all details related to the UPSC NDA 2021 here.
UPSC NDA Exam Overview
Exam name | National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (NDA & NA) |
Short Name | UPSC NDA/NA |
Conducting body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Website | upsc.gov.in |
Exam stages | 2 stages Written exam and SSB Interview |
Mode of exam | Offline |
Qualification | Passed 12/HSC |
Number of papers | Written exam - Two paper
SSB - Two stages
|
Type of paper | Written exam - Objective type |
Duration of exam | Written exam
SSB
|
UPSC CDS 2021 Combined Defence Services Examination
Just like NDA, CDS is also conducted twice a year. The only difference is that the minimum academic qualification required to appear for CDS is graduation. Check all details related to UPSC CDS 2021 here.
UPSC CDS Exam Overview
Exam name | Combined Defense Services (CDS) |
Short Name | UPSC CDS |
Conducting body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Website | upsc.gov.in |
Exam stages | 2 Stages Written exam and SSB |
Mode of exam | Offline |
Qualification | Graduate |
Number of papers | Written exam - For IMA, INA and AFA
Written exam - For OTA
SSB - Two stages
|
Type of paper | Written exam - Objective type |
Duration of exam | Written exam - For IMA, INA, AFA and OTA
SSB
|
UPSC CAPF 2021 Central Armed Police Force Examination
UPSC CAPF is conducted to recruit Assistant Commandant - AC in ITBP, CISF, BSF, etc which is a Group A central service. Check all details related to UPSC CAPF 2021 here.
UPSC CAPF Exam Overview
Exam name | Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) |
Short Name | UPSC CAPF |
Conducting body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Website | upsc.gov.in |
Exam stages | 4 Stages - Written exam, Physical efficiency tests & medical standards tests, Personality test |
Mode of exam | Offline |
Qualification | Graduate |
Number of papers | Written exam - Two papers
|
Type of paper | Written exam
|
Duration of exam | Written exam
|
UPSC CMS 2021 Combined Medical Services Examination
UPSC conducts the CMS 2021 exam to recruit candidates for posts like Assistant Medical Officer, Assistant Divisional Medical Officer, Junior Scale Posts in Central Health Services. The exam is conducted once a year. Check all details related to UPSC CMS 2021 here.
UPSC CMS Exam Overview
Exam name | Combined Medical Service (CMS) |
Short Name | UPSC CMS |
Conducting body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Website | upsc.gov.in |
Exam stages | 2 stages Computer Based Test and Personality test |
Mode of exam | Online |
Qualification | Graduate (MBBS) |
Number of papers | CBT - Two papers
|
Type of paper | CBT exam
|
Duration of exam | CBT exam
|
UPSC IES/ISS 2021 Indian Economic Services/Indian Statistical Services exam
The IES/ISS exam is conducted by UPSC on a national-level. The selection process of IES/ISS is done in 2 stages - written exam and then viva voce/interview. The posts in IES/ISS are of Senior Time Scale (STS)/ Deputy Director/ Assistant Economic Adviser/ Senior Research Officer etc. Check all details related to the UPSC IES/ISS 2021 here.
UPSC IES/ISS Exam Overview
Exam name | Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service Exam (IES/ISS) |
Short Name | UPSC I.E.S./I.S.S |
Conducting body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Website | upsc.gov.in |
Exam stages | 2 stages Written exam and viva-voce/interview |
Mode of exam | Offline |
Qualification | Graduate |
Number of papers | Written exam - For IES
Written exam - For ISS
|
Type of paper | Written exam
|
Duration of exam | Written exam Subjective papers - 3hrs Objective papers - 2hrs |
UPSC 2021 Combined Geo-Scientist and Geologist
UPSC conducts the Combined Geo-Scientist and Geologist exam to recruit candidates for various posts of Group A Geologist, Chemist, Junior Hydrogeologists (Scientist - B) and Geophysicist. The selection is done in two stages - written exam and interview. Check all details related to the UPSC IES/ISS 2021 here.
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist and Geologist Exam Overview
Exam name | Combined Geo-Scientist and Geologist |
Short Name | UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist and Geologist |
Exam Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Website | upsc.gov.in |
Exam stages | 2 stages - Written exam and Personality test |
Mode of exam | Offline |
Qualification | Graduate |
Number of papers | Written exam - For Geologist
Written exam - For Geophysicist
Written exam - For Chemist
Written exam - For Hydrogeologist
|
Type of paper | Written exam - All the papers subjective type |
Duration of exam | Written exam - 3 hrs for all each paper |
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Download EBookFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many exams are conducted by UPSC?
UPSC conducts a lot of exams like CSE, NDA, CDS, IES/ISS, CMS, EPFO, CDS etc. All the UPSC exams 2021 are mentioned in the article above.
2. Which is the most difficult exam of UPSC?
All the exams are for recruiting candidates to the top most level in the respective organisation, hence all the exams are tough. However, if you have prepared well and are determined to clear it, nothing is more difficult.
3. Can 12th pass apply for UPSC?
Yes, but not for all the exams. 12th qualified candidates can only apply for NDA.
4. What is the date of UPSC CSE 2021?
The prelims of UPSC CSE 2021 will be conducted on June 27, 2021 while the mains will be held on September 17-22, 2021.
5. Which is the highest post in UPSC?
The highest post is of District Collector.
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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.
sadafreen356 31 July,2025
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!!!
Yash Teotia 13 July,2025
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
Previa Gayu 21 June,2025
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
Previa Gayu 21 June,2025
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!
Sakshi Sharma 27 May,2025
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