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UPSC Question Papers 2025 (Out) - Download IAS Prelims Exam Question Paper PDFs
Edited By Vishnukumar V | Updated on May 27, 2025 04:52 PM IST | #UPSC CSE
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Union Public Service commission released the official UPSC IAS question paper 2025 for prelims on their website. Candidates can download the IAS prelims 2025 question paper for prelims at upsc.gov.in. The IAS question paper can be downloaded in PDF format. To improve their preparation for the IAS exam, candidates can refer to previous years' IAS question papers with answers. They can download the previous years IAS question papers in this article in the form of PDF.
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- UPSC IAS Previous Year Question Papers
- UPSC IAS Syllabus 2025
- Best Books for UPSC IAS 2025
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Exam schedule for UPSC prelims 2025 is:
Session | Paper Timing | Paper Name |
Morning Session | 9.30 am to 11.30 am | General Studies Paper 1 |
Noon Session | 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm | General Studies Paper 2 (CSAT) |
By solving UPSC CSE question papers and sample papers, aspirants can give an extra boost to their preparation. They can also get direct links to download last 10 years UPSC question papers with answers pdf here. To know more about the UPSC IAS prelims question paper, read the article below.
UPSC IAS Question Paper 2025 - Prelims
Subject | Official Question Paper |
UPSC CSE Paper 1 - General Studies | Download here |
UPSC CSE Paper 2 - General Studies | Click here |
UPSC IAS Previous Year Question Papers
Applicants appearing for the UPSC IAS 2025 exam can download the previous year question papers here for prelims exam. Check the tables below for direct links to previous years' IAS exam question papers.
UPSC IAS Prelims Question Paper - Past year's
The table below shows the last year's question papers of UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025.
UPSC IAS Previous Year's Question Papers
Year | UPSC IAS Question Paper (GS Paper 1) | CSE Question Paper (GS Paper 2) |
| 2024 | Download link | Download link |
2023 | ||
2022 | ||
2021 | ||
2020 | ||
2019 | ||
2018 | ||
2017 | ||
2016 |
What are the 9 papers in the IAS exam?
The nine papers in the IAS mains exam are Compulsory Indian language, English, Essay, General Studies 1, 2, 3 & 4, Optional 1 & 2. Each IAS paper is for 250 marks. The total mark for the IAS Mains exam is 1750 marks.
Solved IAS Previous Question Papers
Candidates who are preparing for the UPSC Civil Services exam can make use the previous year's solved IAS question papers PDF from the table below.
IAS Previous Question Papers with Solution
Year | Links |
2017 | |
2018 | |
2019 | |
2020 |
UPSC IAS Question Paper - Benefits of Solving Previous Year UPSC Question Papers
There are many other advantages of solving UPSC Prelims Question Papers as these papers are prepared directly by the Commission. Some of the advantages of solving the UPSC IAS question paper are mentioned below
UPSC previous year question paper helps applicants to get an idea of the UPSC exam pattern, types of questions asked, marking criteria and difficulty level of the questions asked in the exam.
Candidates can evaluate their progress and preparation level for the IAS 2025 exam by solving the previous year question papers and sample papers.
The concentration and accuracy level of candidates is increased by solving IAS questions and sample papers.
Previous year's IAS question papers also help aspirants to learn about time management during the UPSC IAS exam.
To predict possible areas where questions can be asked
It helps to know about which topics are frequently asked.
It also helps us in time management while solving UPSC's previous year question papers.
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UPSC CSE preparation strategy along with best books for prelims as well as mains exam for sure success.
Download EBookHow to Download the Official IAS Question Papers?
Follow the below-mentioned steps to download the IAS 2025 question papers.
Step 1: Visit the official website - upsc.gov.in.
Step 2: Click on the “Examinations” tab on the homepage.
Step 3: Select “Previous Year Question Papers” from the dropdown menu.
Step 4: Search UPSC previous year question papers.
Step 5: Click on the UPSC prelims 2025 or mains question paper PDF.
Step 6: Download UPSC previous year's question papers PDF for future reference.
UPSC IAS Syllabus 2025
The Union Public Service Commission mentioned the UPSC syllabus for both prelims and mains exam in the official notification. The topics for all the subjects like history, geography, economy, current affairs, optional subjects and more, is prescribed in the UPSC IAS 2025 syllabus. For more detailed information on the UPSC IAS 2025 syllabus applicants check the official notification.
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Best Books for UPSC IAS 2025
Applicants preparing for the exam must refer to the UPSC IAS 2025 best books for exam preparation. Check the table below to learn about the most preferred and the best books for the UPSC prelims 2025 and mains exam preparation.
Best books for UPSC IAS exam
Sr. No. | Books |
1 | India’s Struggle for Independence – Bipan Chandra Modern India – Spectrum |
2 | NCERT 6th to 12th (Geography/ History/ Economics/ Environment, etc.) |
3 | Indian Polity – M Laxmikanth |
4 | Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh Economic Development & Policies in India – Jain & Ohri |
5 | Current Affairs |
6 | Tata McGraw Hill CSAT Manual CSAT – Arihant |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many stages are there in the UPSC IAS selection process?
UPSC IAS 2025 selection process has three stages. They are Prelims, Mains and Interview.
2. Is the UPSC IAS exam conducted online or offline?
UPSC IAS prelims and mains exam is conducted in offline mode.
3. Does UPSC release the UPSC IAS question paper?
Yes, UPSC releases the UPSC IAS question paper after the conclusion of the exam.
4. When is the UPSC IAS 2025 prelims exam to be conducted?
The UPSC prelims 2025 was held on May 25, 2025.
5. What is the upper age limit to apply for the UPSC IAS exam?
The upper age limit to apply for the UPSC IAS exam is 32 years for General category applicants.
6. Which book is best to prepare Indian Polity from?
M Laxmikanth - Indian Polity is the best book to prepare Indian polity for prelims and mains.
7. Which newspapers should one refer to for the UPSC IAS exam?
The Hindu and Indian Express are both good newspapers, candidates can refer to either one of them.
8. When is the UPSC IAS 2025 mains exam scheduled to be conducted?
The UPSC IAS 2025 mains exam will be conducted from August 22, 2025.
9. What is the last date to apply for the UPSC IAS 2025 exam?
The last date to apply for UPSC IAS 2025 exam was on February 11, 2025.
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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
If you want to become an IAS or IPS officer after completing your 12th in PCMC , focus on graduation because the UPSC Civil Services exam requires you to have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. You can choose any graduation stream, but many students prefer degrees like Political Science, Public Administration, History, or Sociology because these subjects help build a strong foundation for the UPSC syllabus. it’s not mandatory to pick these; you can also pursue Science, Commerce, or Arts as long as you complete your graduation. Along with your degree, start preparing for the UPSC exam early by reading newspapers, improving your general knowledge, and practicing answer writing. So, after 12th, pick a degree you are comfortable with, and plan your UPSC preparation alongside
Brajeshna Snehadarshinee 20 May,2025
Hii,
Yes, even if you have an ECE diploma, you can still become an IAS officer. However, you must graduate from an accredited college in any field in order to apply for the IAS exam (UPSC). A diploma is insufficient on its own.
First, enroll in a degree program such as a B.A., B.Sc., or B.Tech (lateral entry is acceptable). You can then get ready for the IAS exam. Many IAS officers have backgrounds in the arts, sciences, or diploma programs. So don't worry, just finish your graduation first and move on.
Saurabh Yadav 27 May,2025
Hello!
IRAS (Indian Railway Accounts Service) officers can be posted in both cities and rural areas since Indian Railways has offices and operations nationwide. They typically work in divisional offices, zonal offices, workshops, and production units. Transfers do happen but are usually not very frequent and depend on government policies and organizational needs.
Hope this helps!
Kishan Bhakat 24 April,2025
To become an IAS officer, you must clear the Civil Services Examination (CSE) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), and then undergo training at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA). While any bachelor's degree is acceptable, choosing a degree that aligns with the UPSC syllabus, particularly in humanities and social sciences, can be advantageous.
UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE):
This is the primary exam for becoming an IAS officer, involving three stages: Preliminary, Main, and Personality Test (Interview).
Any Bachelor's Degree:
A graduate degree from a recognized university is the basic requirement to be eligible for the CSE.
Beneficial Degrees:
Degrees in humanities and social sciences, such as Bachelor of Arts (BA), can be helpful due to the syllabus overlap with subjects like History, Political Science, Sociology, and Economics.
Optional Subject:
You can choose an optional subject in the Mains exam, and a BA degree can provide a wide range of options.
Hope it helps!!
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