The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the new UPSC Annual Exam Calendar 2023 on its official website. The yearly calendar includes exam dates, notice release dates and the last dates of registration. According to UPSC Calendar 2023, the most popular exam conducted by UPSC, the Civil Services Exam (CSE) Prelims 2023, was held on May 28, 2023, and its notification was available on February 1, 2023. UPSC Exam Date 2023 For Mains is 16 September 2023 onwards.
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Aspiring candidates eagerly await the announcement of the UPSC exam dates, which typically include the Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages. These exam dates of UPSC hold immense significance for individuals preparing to embark on their UPSC journey, as they serve as milestones to structure their study plans and preparations. It is essential for aspirants to stay updated with the official UPSC notifications and regularly check the UPSC website for any announcements regarding the exam dates, as they form the foundation of their exam strategy and time management.
The first exam of the year 2023 was the Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2023, which was held on February 19, 2023. The UPSC Civil Services exam dates and the dates for the Commission’s other 11 examinations are available here in the given article.
UPSC 2023 Exam Calendar
The calendar 2023 below provides the exam dates for UPSC 2023 for various exams:
Sl.
No. |
Name of Examination | Date of Notification | Last Date for receipt of Applications | Date of commencement of Exam | Duration of Exam |
1. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 15 January 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY | ||
2. | Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2023 | 14 September 2022 | 04 October 2022 | 19 February 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY |
3. | Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination, 2023 | 21 September 2022 | 11 October 2022 | 19 February 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY |
4. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 19 February 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY | ||
5. | CBI (DSP) LDCE, 2023 | 30 November 2022 | 20 December 2022 | 11 March 2023
(SATURDAY) |
2 DAYS |
6. | CISF AC(EXE) LDCE-2023 | 30 November 2022 | 20 December 2022 | 12 March 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY |
7. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 12 March 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY | ||
8. | N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (I), 2023 | 21 December 2022 | 10 January 2023 | 16 April 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY |
9. | C.D.S. Examination (I), 2023 | ||||
10. | Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2023 | 01 February 2023 | 21 February 2023 | 28 May 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY |
11. | Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) Examination, 2023 through CS(P) Examination 2023 | ||||
12. | I.E.S./I.S.S. Examination, 2023 | 19 April 2023 | 09 May 2023 | 23 June 2023 (FRIDAY) | 3 DAYS |
13. | Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination, 2023 | 24 June 2023
(SATURDAY) |
2 DAYS | ||
14. | Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2023 | 25 June 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY | ||
15. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 02 July 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY | ||
16. | Combined Medical Services Examination, 2023 | 19 April 2023 | 09 May 2023 | 16 July 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY |
17. | Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination, 2023 | 26 April 2023 | 16 May 2023 | 06 August 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY |
18. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 20 August 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY | ||
19. | N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (II), 2023 | 17 May 2023 | 06 June 2023 | 03 September 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY |
20. | C.D.S. Examination (II), 2023 | ||||
21. | Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2023 | 15 September 2023 (Friday) | 5 DAYS | ||
22. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 08 October 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY | ||
23. | Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2023 | 26 November 2023
(SUNDAY) |
10 DAYS | ||
24. | S.O./Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE | 13 September 2023 | 03 October 2023 | 09 December 2023 (SATURDAY) | 2 DAYS |
25. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 17 December 2023
(SUNDAY) |
1 DAY |
Note : The dates of notification, commencement and duration of Examinations/ RTs are liable to alteration, if the circumstances so warrant.
If you are currently preparing for the IAS Exam, refer to the linked article to understand the requirement of the exam and aid in your UPSC preparation.
The link to download the PDF of the UPSC Calendar 2023 is given below.
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UPSC CSE Exam Dates 2023
Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the most desired examinations in the country. The exam has become more competitive over the years, and students from many disciplines of study go to great lengths to prepare for and pass the UPSC Civil Services examination. The UPSC CSE 2023 schedule is already out, and students who plan to take the CSE 2023 exam should begin preparing for the exam at the earliest. The exam dates for UPSC 2023 for prelims and mains, according to the UPSC Calendar 2023 are given below:
UPSC Calendar 2023 – IAS Prelims & Mains Dates | |
Date of Release of UPSC CSE 2023 Notification | 01 February 2023 |
Last Date of Receipt of UPSC CSE 2023 Application | 21 February 2023 |
UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2023 | 28 May 2023 |
UPSC Civil Services (Mains) Examination 2023 | 15 September 2023 onwards |
The CSE is only conducted once a year. Every year, lakhs of applicants apply for the UPSC examination, but only a handful are chosen. The CSE is a three-stage test that includes:
- Preliminary examination
- Main examination
- Interview/Personality Test
The new UPSC application form for the IAS Exam was available on 01 February 2023. Furthermore, the application last date was 21 February 2023. Check UPSC Exam Pattern before starting to prepare for the exam.
For more information on UPSC CSE, refer to the UPSC Notification, which comprises all the details related to the UPSC posts, number of vacancies, application process etc.
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Note– Candidates should be aware that the UPSC CSE 2022 Prelims exam was conducted in June 2022 and the Mains Exams in September 2022. The UPSC CSE 2022 result was declared on 23rd May 2023. The exam dates for UPSC 2022 for prelims and mains are given below:
UPSC Calendar 2022 – IAS Prelims & Mains Dates | |
UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2022 | 5 June 2022 |
UPSC Civil Services (Mains) Examination 2022 | 16 September 2022 onwards |
UPSC CSE 2022 Important Dates:
Candidates can check the following dates to have an idea about the timelines of the Prelims, Mains and Interview Dates:
- The Civil Services (Prelims) Examination, 2022 was conducted on 5 June 2022.
- The UPSC CSE Prelims 2022 result was declared on June 22, 2022, selected candidates appeared in the UPSC CSE Mains.
- The Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2022 was conducted on the 16, 17, 18, 24 and 25 September 2022. CSE Mains results were announced on 6 December 2022.
- IAS Interview 2022: First phase of the interviews was held from on 30 January 2023 to 10 March 2023 for a total of 1026 candidates. Second phase will be conducted from 13 March 2023 to 21 April 2023 for 918 candidates. The third phase of the interviews will be conducted for 518 candidates from 24 April 2023 to 18 May 2023.
- The latest UPSC CSE Result is that of UPSC Mains 2022. All the result-related information can be checked in the linked article.
UPSC Calendar 2023: Dates of Other Exams
Other important exams like Engineering Sevices, Combined Geoscientist and Forest Services are scheduled on:
UPSC Exam Name | UPSC Exam Dates | |
Prelims | Mains | |
Engineering Service Examination 2023 | 19 February 2023 | 25 June 2023 |
Combined Geoscientist Examination 2023 | 19 February 2023 | 24 June 2023 |
Indian Forest Services Examination 2023 | 28 May 2023 | 26 November 2023 |
UPSC Calendar 2023 also includes exam dates for other exams such as Combined Medical Services, NDA, IES/ISS, and so forth. Check the UPSC Exam Schedule for various exams below:
UPSC Exam in 2023 | UPSC Exam Dates |
CBI (DSP) LDCE, 2023 | 11 March 2023 |
CISF AC (EXE) LDCE-2023 | 12 March 2023 |
N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (I), 2023 | 16 April 2023 |
C.D.S. Examination (I), 2023 | 16 April 2023 |
I.E.S./I.S.S. Examination, 2023 | 23 June 2023 |
Combined Medical Services Examination, 2023 | 16 July 2023 |
Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination, 2023 | 6 August 2023 |
N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (II), 2023 | 3 September 2023 |
C.D.S. Examination (II), 2023 | 3 September 2023 |
S.O./Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE, 2023 | 9 December 2023 |
Learn more about CISF, CAPF, NDA and CDS examinations, by referring to the links below:
Candidates should be aware that the above-mentioned UPSC Prelims 2023 exam dates, UPSC mains 2023 exam dates and UPSC interview 2023 dates. However the UPSC 2023 exam schedule is subject to change according to the circumstances. Hence, it is also suggested to check the Union Public Service Commission’s official website for the most recent information.
Preparing for the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) exam in 2023 requires a well-defined and focused strategy. Firstly, thoroughly understand the UPSC exam pattern, syllabus and selection process. Create a detailed study plan that covers all subjects, allocating sufficient time for each topic. Utilize standard books and study materials recommended by experts to build a strong foundation. Stay updated with current affairs by reading newspapers, magazines, and online sources. Regularly practice answer writing to improve writing skills and time management. Take mock tests to assess your progress and identify areas for improvement. Maintain motivation and avoid burnout by incorporating breaks and leisure activities into your routine.
A comprehensive and consistent approach, combined with dedication and perseverance, will increase your chances of success in the UPSC 2023 exam.
The Commission releases the notification related to the UPSC Exam Centres before the examination dates, and the same gets updated on the linked page.
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