Decision Support Matrix
Side-by-Side Exam Comparison
Compare eligibility, pattern, age criteria, stages, and syllabus across up to 3 competitive examinations.
| Dimension |
Civil Services
VERIFIED_OFFICIAL
UPSC Civil Services Examination
Union Public Service Commission
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Central Government
VERIFIED
SSC Combined Graduate Level
SSC
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|---|---|---|
| Scope & Jurisdiction |
All India
National Examination
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All India
National Examination
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| Exam Frequency | Annual (Once a year) | Annual |
| Current Cycle Status | calendar Upcoming Cycle | info General Info |
| Educational Qualification |
Graduation
Permitted Streams: Any Stream
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Graduation
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| Age Requirements |
21 to 32 years
Relaxation: OBC: 3 years (up to 35), SC/ST: 5 years (up to 37), PwBD: 10 years, Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
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As per notification rules
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| Selection Stages |
1. Preliminary Exam (Objective) -> 2. Main Written Exam (Descriptive 9 Papers) -> 3. Personality Test (Interview)
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Standard Written Exam + Interview / Skill Test
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| Pattern & Negative Marking |
Mode: Pen & Paper (OMR Prelims + Written Mains)
Negative Marking:
Yes (One-third (0.33) marks deducted for incorrect answers in Prelims)
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Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Negative Marking:
Check notification
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| Pay Scale / Compensation |
Pay Level 10 (₹56,100 - ₹2,50,000 as Cabinet Secretary)
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As per Pay Commission
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| Connected Career Roles |
Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Revenue Service (IRS), Indian Audit and Accounts Service.
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Gazetted & Non-Gazetted Positions / Academic Admissions
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| Official Portals |