The UPSC has recently released its highly anticipated calendar for the year 2025, bringing forth a comprehensive schedule of examinations that are pivotal for aspirants across the country. This UPSC Calendar 2025 serves as a beacon for those gearing up to embark on their journeys toward prestigious careers in civil services, defense forces, engineering, and various other sectors.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released its calendar for 2025, featuring key examination dates such as the Civil Services (Preliminary) Exam, N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (I), and others. For instance, the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination is scheduled for May 25, 2025, while the N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (I) is set for April 13, 2025. Detailed information is available on the UPSC website.
UPSC Calendar 2025 Released
Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination: This slot is allocated for various recruitment tests or examinations conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The notification for this is scheduled for January 11, 2025, and the duration is spread over 2 days.
Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination, 2025: Aspiring geologists, geophysicists, and hydrogeologists aim for this preliminary examination to secure positions in the Geological Survey of India (GSI) or the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB). The notification was issued on September 4, 2024, with applications accepted until September 24, 2024. The exam is slated for February 9, 2025, lasting for 1 day.
Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025: This examination is for engineers aspiring to secure positions in various government departments. The notification was released on September 18, 2024, and the application deadline was October 8, 2024. The exam is scheduled for February 9, 2025, spanning 1 day.
CBI (DSP) LDCE: The Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) is for eligible officers of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) aiming for promotion to the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) rank. Notification was issued on November 27, 2024, and applications were accepted until December 17, 2024. The exam is scheduled for March 8, 2025, lasting for 2 days.
CISF AC(EXE) LDCE-2025: This examination is for Assistant Commandants (Executive) in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). Notification was released on December 4, 2024, with applications closing on December 24, 2024. The exam is set for March 9, 2025, lasting for 1 day.
N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (I), 2025: The National Defence Academy (NDA) and Naval Academy (NA) Examination is for candidates seeking entry into the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA, and the Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). Notification was issued on December 11, 2024, with applications accepted until December 31, 2024. The exam will be held on April 13, 2025, spanning 1 day.
C.D.S. Examination (I), 2025: The Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) is for graduates aiming to join the Indian Military Academy, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers’ Training Academy. Notification and application details are yet to be announced.
Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025: This examination serves as the first stage of the selection process for the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and other central civil services. Notification was issued on January 22, 2025, with applications closing on February 11, 2025. The exam is scheduled for May 25, 2025, lasting for 1 day.
Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) Examination, 2025 through CS(P) Examination 2025: This examination is conducted in conjunction with the Civil Services Examination for recruitment to the Indian Forest Service. Notification and application details are yet to be announced.
Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination: This slot is reserved for additional recruitment tests or examinations conducted by UPSC. The notification for this is scheduled for June 14, 2025, and the duration is spread over 2 days.
I.E.S./I.S.S. Examination, 2025: The Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination is conducted for recruitment to Grade IV officers in these services. Notification was issued on February 12, 2025, with applications accepted until March 4, 2025. The exam is scheduled for June 20, 2025, spanning 3 days.
Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination, 2025: This is the main stage of the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination conducted for recruitment to the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB). The exam is scheduled for June 21, 2025, lasting for 2 days.
Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2025: The main stage of the Engineering Services Examination is conducted for recruitment to various engineering positions in government departments. The exam is scheduled for June 22, 2025, spanning 1 day.
Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination: This slot is allocated for additional recruitment tests or examinations conducted by UPSC. The notification for this is scheduled for July 5, 2025, and the duration is spread over 2 days.
Combined Medical Services Examination, 2025: This examination is conducted for the recruitment of Medical Officers in various government departments and organizations. Notification was issued on February 19, 2025, with applications closing on March 11, 2025. The exam is scheduled for July 20, 2025, lasting for 1 day.
Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination, 2025: This examination is for recruitment to the Assistant Commandant positions in various Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) like the BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB. Notification was issued on March 5, 2025, with applications accepted until March 25, 2025. The exam is scheduled for August 3, 2025, lasting for 1 day.
Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination: This slot is allocated for additional recruitment tests or examinations conducted by UPSC. The notification for this is scheduled for August 9, 2025, and the duration is spread over 2 days.
Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2025: This is the second stage of the Civil Services Examination for candidates who qualify the preliminary examination. The exam is scheduled to begin on August 22, 2025, and it spans 5 days.
N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (II), 2025: The second phase of the NDA & NA Examination is for candidates seeking entry into the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA, and the Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). Notification was issued on May 28, 2025, with applications accepted until June 17, 2025. The exam will be held on September 14, 2025, spanning 1 day.
C.D.S. Examination (II), 2025: The second phase of the Combined Defence Services Examination is for graduates aiming to join the Indian Military Academy, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers’ Training Academy. Notification and application details are yet to be announced.
Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination: This slot is reserved for additional recruitment tests or examinations conducted by UPSC. The notification for this is scheduled for October 4, 2025, and the duration is spread over 2 days.
Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination: This slot is reserved for additional recruitment tests or examinations conducted by UPSC. The notification for this is scheduled for November 1, 2025, and the duration is spread over 2 days.
Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2025: This is the main stage of the Indian Forest Service Examination conducted for recruitment to the Indian Forest Service. The exam is scheduled to begin on November 16, 2025, and it spans 7 days.
S.O./Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE: The Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) is for eligible officers in various government departments. Notification was issued on September 17, 2025, with applications accepted until October 7, 2025. The exam is scheduled for December 13, 2025, lasting for 2 days.
Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination: This slot is allocated for additional recruitment tests or examinations conducted by UPSC. The notification for this is scheduled for December 20, 2025, and the duration is spread over 2 days.
UPSC Calendar 2025 Important Dates
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