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If you  cherish the dream of IAS, IPS, or IFS you need to appear in the UPSC Civil Services Examination. Only those aspirants who register and apply in the prescribed UPSC CSE online form will be allowed to sit in the exam.
The first step is Registration. Registration is the process by which an account is created on the UPSC website. Once registered, you need to apply online and pay the exam fees.
The Union Public Service Commission has released the notification on 1 February 2023 for nation’s most prestigious government job.

UPSC Civil Services Examination Notification 2023

UPSC CSE Recruitment 2023 Important Dates

UPSC CSE 2023 - Registration 

Although the Civil Services Examination (CSE) is still conducted in a traditional paper and pencil format, the process of registering and paying for the exams is done online.
There are two main websites for UPSC:

• upsc.gov.in – where UPSC publishes important notifications regarding various exams.
• upsconline.nic.in – where UPSC invites applications for various exams.

You can also Read about UPSC CSE 2023 Notification   here.

UPSC CSE 2023 Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: It is necessary to be a citizen of India to apply for the UPSC Civil Services Examination. Aspirants having Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized college or university can apply for Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2023.
• Age Limit: The minimum age of the aspirant applying for UPSC CSE 2023 should be 21 years and the maximum age should be 32 years. However, the upper age limit has been relaxed by Union Government for certain categories like SC, ST, OBC, Defense Services personnel and others.
• Application Fee: General aspirants are required to pay a fee of Rs.100 and no fees for others.

Important Points To Remember while filling UPSC CSE Application Form

There are certain points you must not miss while filling in the application form for the UPSC CSE 2023 exam:

• Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are to be mandatorily filled.
• The application form is available in both English and Hindi, it must be filled only in English.
• Once you click the submit button and your application is submitted successfully, no changes are allowed thereafter
• You are strongly advised to apply online well in time without waiting for the last date for submission of Online Applications
• Always attach original information in the form as every data is verified moving further with the recruitment process

You can also go through UPSC CSE 2023 Admit Card  available on EduRev.

Pre-requisites required for filling UPSC Application Form

A few things are essential for filling the UPSC CSE Application Form 2023  which are as follows:

1. Active Mobile Number/ Contact Number
2. Active Email Address
3. Graduation certificate details 
4. Clear and recent Passport size photograph of the applicant
5. Scanned signature of the applicant
6. A valid Photo ID, which is also clearly scanned

How to Apply for UPSC CSE 2023 Application Form?

For each examination conducted by the UPSC, you must submit a separate application. There are different forms for the UPSC Civil Services Exam Preliminary, Main, and Interview stages.
The application process for UPSC CSE 2023 is straightforward. The official notification will provide a comprehensive explanation of the CSE application procedure. However, for a general understanding, the steps involved are outlined below.
The UPSC Civil Services Examination Application Form has two parts – Part I and Part II.

• Visit the official website of UPSC : upsconline.nic.in
• You can find UPSC CSE 2023 Exam Notification in the What’s New section on the home page.

• Click on the link available for Civil Services Part-I registration.
• Read the application form instructions carefully and click on Yes.
• In the Part-I application form, you need to provide all the necessary personal information, such as your name, date of birth, category, gender, email address, contact number, permanent address, marital status, parents' names, community, and educational background.
• Once all the details are filled in, click on Continue. Check all details in the online form carefully and click on Submit.

Steps to fill Part II of the UPSC CSE 2023 application form

After filling the Part -I of the form , Now you have to fill up the Part -II of registration as to complete the registration process.
The steps for Registration Process part -II is given below

• You can pay the UPSC application fee either online using net banking, debit card, or credit card or offline by cash through SBI bank challan. The fee for female candidates, SC/ST/PwBD is zero, while for all other candidates it is Rs 100.
• Upload scanned images of photograph, signature and photo ID card as per the UPSC specifications.
• Enter the information related to fee payment details and the examination centre.
• Click on the ‘I Agree’ button after reading the declaration.
• On clicking the button, a page with a registration number will be generated. Note down the registration number. Take a printout of the page.

You can also read about UPSC CSE 2023 Exam pattern  here.

How to apply online for UPSC CSE Mains 2023?

If you qualify for UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2023 you can apply for UPSC CSE Mains 2023.
You need to submit the Detailed Application Form I (DAF-I) online on upsconline.nic.in.

How to apply online for UPSC Interview 2023-24?

If you qualify for UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2023 can apply for UPSC Interview 2023.
You need to submit the Detailed Application Form II (DAF-II) online on upsconline.nic.in.

How to pay the UPSC CSE Exam application fee?

UPSC charges a nominal fee from candidates for both the Prelims and Mains exams. The payment of the exam fee can be made either online or offline.

Online Mode: The application fee can be paid online using a Visa, Master, RuPay credit or debit card or through internet banking.

Offline Mode: Aspirants who prefer to pay the application fee offline can do so by depositing cash at any branch of the State Bank of India (SBI). Those who choose the "Pay by Cash" option must print the generated payment slip during Part-II registration and pay the fee at an SBI branch counter on the next working day. Please note that the "Pay by Cash" mode will be disabled one day prior to the close of the application process. However, those who have already generated their payment slip before the mode is disabled can still make the payment at any SBI branch during banking hours on the final day of the application period.

Preliminary Exam Fee: Rs. 100 for General/OBC Male Candidates

Mains Exam Fee: Rs. 200 for General/OBC Male Candidates

Note: Females/ SC/ ST/ Persons with Benchmark Disability are exempted from the payment of fees.

How to withdraw the UPSC CSE 2023 application?

You can withdraw their UPSC application by doing the following steps:

• Visit the official website – upsc.gov.in
• Click on the ‘What’s new’ section
• Go to the Withdrawal of Application: Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2023
• On the new screen, click on the link given for the withdrawal
• Application withdrawal link given at the right corner
• Read the instructions and click on the Yes button
• Enter your registration-id and press continue
• Enter the following details: (1) Name (2) Gender (3) Date of Birth (4) Father’s Name (5) Mother’s Name (6) Mobile Number (7) e-mail id
• Select the option for the withdrawal of the application and press agree.

In the above manner, you can withdraw their UPSC CSE 2023 application.

How to download UPSC e-admit Card Online?

UPSC now issues electronic admit cards, replacing the traditional paper hall tickets. After applying, you can download your e-admit card one month prior to the exam and must bring a printed copy to the examination venue.
You can also read about the UPSC CSE 2023 Admit Card available on EduRev.

UPSC CSE 2023 Vacancies    

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to UPSC CSE 2023 Application process

In case of an error in the application form, is there an option to fill another form?

No, once the application form for UPSC CSE is submitted, there is no option to submit another form in case of errors.

Who all are restricted from applying for the UPSC CSE Exam?

The following individuals are not eligible to apply for the IAS Exam conducted by the UPSC:

• Candidates who have not attained the minimum age limit of 21 years.
• Candidates who have not completed their graduation from a recognized university.
• Candidates who have been declared mentally unsound by a competent authority.
• Candidates who have been convicted of a criminal offense.
• Candidates who have been debarred by the Union Public Service Commission from appearing for the exam.

Can a candidate withdraw their application?

Yes, UPSC provides the opportunity for application withdrawal only for candidates who have completed the online registration. Aspirants with incomplete application forms cannot withdraw their candidature.