
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has scheduled the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2027 for 23 May 2027, with the official notification set to be released on 13 January 2027. The application process will remain open until 2 February 2027. This examination marks the first stage of the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) selection process and also serves as the screening test for the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination.
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The UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2027 is scheduled for 23 May 2027 (Sunday). Conducted by UPSC for both the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and the Indian Forest Service (IFoS), it is the first stage of the selection process and consists of two objective-type papers. The IFoS Preliminary Examination is conducted through the same CS(P) 2027 examination, while the Mains and Interview stages for IFoS are held separately.
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UPSC CSE Prelims 2027 Highlights |
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Detail |
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Exam Name |
Civil Services and Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) Exam 2026 |
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Authority |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
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Frequency |
Annual |
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Exam Mode |
Pen and paper-based |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Exam Centres |
83 |
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Total Papers |
Two, GS and CSAT |
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Total Marks |
200 Each |
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Duration |
2 Hours Each |
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Nature of Exam |
Qualifying |
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Exam Date |
May 23, 2027 (Sunday) |
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Negative Marking |
1/3rd marks deducted for every incorrect answer |
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