{"id":26334,"date":"2026-10-01T15:33:33","date_gmt":"2026-10-01T10:03:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/?p=26334"},"modified":"2026-10-01T15:33:33","modified_gmt":"2026-10-01T10:03:33","slug":"upsc-exam-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/upsc-exam-pattern\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Exam Pattern 2027, Prelims, Mains, Negative Marking"},"content":{"rendered":"

UPSC Exam Pattern 2027<\/b>\u00a0is designed to evaluate candidates through a three-stage selection process comprising the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Personality Test (Interview). A clear understanding of the UPSC exam pattern, marking scheme, and stage-wise structure is essential for candidates aiming to secure a position in prestigious services such as IAS, IPS, IFS, and IRS.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

UPSC Exam Pattern 2027<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Examination annually to recruit candidates for various Group A and Group B services. The examination is conducted in three stages, namely Prelims, Mains, and Interview. Candidates must qualify at each stage to proceed to the next level of the selection process. While the Prelims serve as a screening test, the Mains and Interview marks are considered for preparing the final merit list.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

UPSC Exam Pattern 2027 Overview<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The table below provides a quick overview of the UPSC Exam Pattern 2027:<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
UPSC Exam Pattern 2027 Overview<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Stage<\/b><\/td>\r\nPapers<\/b><\/td>\r\nMarks<\/b><\/td>\r\nNature<\/b><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
\r\n

UPSC Prelims<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

GS Paper I & CSAT<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

400 Marks<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

Qualifying for Mains<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

\r\n

UPSC Mains<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

9 Papers<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

1750 Marks<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

Merit Ranking<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

\r\n

Interview\/Personality Test<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

1 Stage<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

275 Marks<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

Final Merit<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

\r\n

Total<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

Mains + Interview<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

2025 Marks<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

Final Selection<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

UPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2027<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

UPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2027<\/b> consists of two objective-type papers; General Studies Paper I and CSAT (Paper II), conducted as the first stage of the Civil Services Examination. Understanding the <\/span>UPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2027<\/b>\u00a0is essential for candidates to plan their preparation strategy and qualify for the Mains Examination.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
UPSC Prelims Exam Pattern 2027<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Paper<\/b><\/td>\r\nSubject<\/b><\/td>\r\nMarks<\/b><\/td>\r\nQuestions<\/b><\/td>\r\nDuration<\/b><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
\r\n

Paper I<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

General Studies (GS)<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

200<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

100<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

2 Hours<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

\r\n

Paper II<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

CSAT<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

200<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

80<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

2 Hours<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

Negative Marking in UPSC Prelims 2027<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

UPSC follows a negative marking system in the Preliminary Examination to ensure fair evaluation and discourage random guessing.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

    \r\n\t
  • One-third (1\/3rd) <\/b>of the marks assigned to a question are deducted for every incorrect answer.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t
  • Negative marking applies to both General Studies Paper I and CSAT Paper II.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t
  • No marks are deducted for questions left unanswered.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t
  • If more than one option is marked for a question, it is treated as an incorrect answer.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t
  • Candidates receive full marks for every correct answer.<\/span><\/li>\r\n\t
  • Candidates should focus on accuracy rather than attempting all questions blindly.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    Negative Marking in UPSC Prelims 2027<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Paper<\/b><\/td>\r\nMarks per Question<\/b><\/td>\r\nNegative Marking per Wrong Answer<\/b><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    \r\n

    General Studies (GS) Paper I<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    2 Marks<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    0.66 Marks<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    CSAT (Paper II)<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    2.5 Marks<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    0.83 Marks<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

    UPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2027<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

    The UPSC Mains Examination is the second stage of the Civil Services Examination and consists of descriptive papers designed to assess a candidate\u2019s analytical ability, subject knowledge, and writing skills. The marks obtained in the Mains examination play a crucial role in determining a candidate\u2019s final rank and selection, as it constitutes 1750 marks.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    UPSC Mains Exam Pattern 2027<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Paper<\/b><\/td>\r\nSubject<\/b><\/td>\r\nMarks<\/b><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    \r\n

    Paper A<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    Indian Language (Qualifying)<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    300<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Paper B<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    English (Qualifying)<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    300<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Paper I<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    Essay<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    250<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Paper II<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    General Studies I<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    250<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Paper III<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    General Studies II<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    250<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Paper IV<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    General Studies III<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    250<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Paper V<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    General Studies IV<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    250<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Paper VI<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    Optional Subject Paper I<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    250<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Paper VII<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    Optional Subject Paper II<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    250<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

    UPSC Interview 2027<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

    The UPSC Interview, also known as the Personality Test, is the final stage of the Civil Services Examination. Candidates who qualify the Mains Examination are called for the interview, which carries <\/span>275 marks<\/b> and is conducted by a panel appointed by UPSC.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

    The purpose of the interview is not merely to test a candidate\u2019s academic knowledge but to assess their overall personality, leadership qualities, decision-making ability, communication skills, mental alertness, and suitability for a career in public service. The board evaluates how well a candidate can handle real-life administrative challenges and contribute effectively to governance.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    UPSC Interview 2027<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Particulars<\/b><\/td>\r\nDetails<\/b><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    \r\n

    Marks<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    275<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Mode<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    Face-to-Face Interview<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Conducting Authority<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    UPSC Board<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

    \r\n

    Purpose<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

    		\r\n

    Personality Assessment<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Check UPSC Exam Pattern 2027 for Prelims, Mains and Interview, with details of papers, marks, duration, negative marking and the final merit list.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":35,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[11,1781],"class_list":{"0":"post-26334","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-upsc-cse-exam","7":"tag-upsc-exam-pattern","8":"tag-upsc-exam-pattern-2027"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26334","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/35"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26334"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26334\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":26482,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26334\/revisions\/26482"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26334"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=26334"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramias.com\/upsc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=26334"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}