The UPSC Civil Services Personality Test 2024, also known as the UPSC interview, is the final stage of the selection process for the civil service examination. The Commission has completed the interview process, which was started on January 07, 2025, and the last Date was April 17, 2025. A total of 2845 candidates are invited for the interview stage, which is a kind of intellectual discussion with a panel of experts. The e-Summon Letters of Personality Tests are now available at 'upsc.gov.in'. UPSC Interview 2024 stage will be worth 275 and play a significant role in determining the final selection of the candidate.
UPSC Personality Test 2024 | |
Particular | Details |
Name | UPSC Civil Services Personality Test 2024 |
Authority | Union Public Service Commission |
Stage | Third |
Interview Dates | 07 January 2025 to April 17, 2025 |
Reporting Time | Forenoon Session: 9:00 AM |
Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM | |
Dress Code | Formals |
Time Duration | 20 to 30 minutes |
Total Marks | 275 |
Number of Vacancies | 1056 |
Candidates Called | 2845 |
Venue | Union Public Service Commission Officer, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069 |
The UPSC Personality Tests (Interviews) for the 2024 exam began on January 7, 2025 . The IAS interview schedule for 2845 candidates, with their roll numbers, dates, and session timings has been released at 'upsc.gov.in'. Reporting time is 9:00 AM for the forenoon session and 1:00 PM for the afternoon session. Click on the link below to download UPSC Interview Schedule 2024 PDF:
UPSC Interview Date 2024 | |
Events | Dates |
UPSC 2024 Prelims | 16 June 2024 |
UPSC Prelims Results | 01 July 2024 |
UPSC Mains Exam Date 2024 | 20 September 2024 |
UPSC Mains Result | 9 December 2024 |
UPSC DAF II 2024 | 13 to 19 December 2024 |
UPSC Interview Admit Card | Soon |
UPSC Interview 2024 | January 7, 2025, to April 17, 2025 |
UPSC Final Results 2024 | May 2025 (Tentative) |
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UPSC Interview Syllabus 2024 | |
Particular | Details |
Panel | A Board of competent experts appointed by the UPSC |
Nature of Questions | General questions aimed at assessing personality for Civil Service |
Qualities Assessed | Mental alertness, critical thinking, clear communication, the balance of judgment, leadership potential, intellectual and moral integrity |
Approach | Natural and purposeful conversation |
Focus Areas | Intellectual qualities, social traits, interest in current affairs, events happening locally and globally, contemporary trends and discoveries |
Emphasis | Candidate's overall personality, curiosity, and ability to contribute to public service. |
UPSC Interview Dress Code 2024 | |
For Women | For Men |
Formal Indian attire like sarees or salwar suits | Light-colored formal shirts |
Ensure the outfit is simple and modest | Dark trousers |
Tie hair neatly in a formal way | A necktie is optional if you are comfortable |
Comfortable shoes or footwear | Wear well-polished shoes with dark socks |
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Sample Questions for UPSC Interview 2024 | |
Category | Questions |
Background and Motivation |
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Decision-Making and Opinion Based |
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Personal Insights/Hobbies |
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Recent National or International Issues |
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