Who Can Give UPSC Exam? Check Eligibility Criteria ?

Am I eligible? Who can give the civil services exam? So here's the complete guide on the eligibility criteria for what is known as the toughest exam in India and yet the most popular one.

Written By: Upscools Team
Published On: August 8, 2026 at 09:15 AM
Who Can Give UPSC Exam? Check Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Give UPSC Exam? Check Eligibility Criteria
The one question that almost every student asks in their career is, can I appear for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exam? Am I eligible? Who can give the civil services exam? So here's the complete guide on the eligibility criteria for what is known as the toughest exam in India and yet the most popular one. 


First of all, you need to check your age, because even if you hold to the Schedule Caste reservation, the age limit for appearing in an UPSC exam is 37. A general category student can only attempt it till the age of 32. Also, there are several categories in the exams conducted by the UPSC, each has different criteria. So, let's explore them. 

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