Civil Services Prelims 2024: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted the Civil Services (Preliminary) Exam 2024 today, i.e., on June 16. The General Studies paper was scheduled for the morning session from 9:30 am to 11:30 am, while the CSAT paper took place in the afternoon session from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Over 44,000 students have participated for this challenging exam.

No valuables, mobile phones, digital watches, IT gadgets, books, or bags were permitted inside the exam premises. 

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22:56 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Will there be negative markings?

There will be a penalty (Negative Marking) for incorrect answers marked by candidates in both question papers of the Examination.

22:28 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: What is allowed?

Candidates may wear normal or simple wristwatches inside the Examination Rooms/Halls. However, the use of watches equipped with communication devices or smart features is strictly prohibited inside the Examination Rooms/Halls.

21:59 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: What is not allowed?

Candidates are advised against bringing valuables, costly items, or bags to the Examination Venue, as their safekeeping cannot be guaranteed. The Commission bears no responsibility for any loss in this regard.

21:29 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Session timings

The Civil Services Prelims Examination 2024 will be held in two shifts: the first shift starting at 9:30 am and the second shift at 2:30 pm.

20:52 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Download admit card now

Candidates who have not yet downloaded their admit cards can access them today via the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.

20:05 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Civil Services to be conducted in two sessions

UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2024 will be conducted in two sessions, featuring an objective-type format. Successful candidates from this stage will advance to the subsequent round, UPSC CSE Mains, comprising a written examination and an interview (personality test).

19:18 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Noida Metro to start from 6:00 am

The rides on the Noida-Greater Noida Metro will commence from 6:00 am on Sunday (June 16) in order to facilitate candidates appearing for the UPSC civil services (prelims) examination. “To facilitate the candidates appearing for the UPSC civil services (prelims) examination scheduled on June 16 (Sunday), the passenger’s carriage services will start at 6 am instead of 8 am and run at an interval of 15 minutes on the Aqua Line,” NMRC’s Managing Director Lokesh M said.

18:19 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Photo ID Requirement

Candidates must carry the Photo ID card mentioned in their e-Admit Card. According to UPSC, the details of the Photo ID submitted during registration will be used for all future references. Candidates are advised to bring this Photo ID card when appearing for the Examination or Personality Test.

17:44 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: About Admit Card

Candidates appearing for the UPSC Civil Services exam can download their admit card from the official UPSC website.

17:09 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Metro Services to Begin at 6 AM Tomorrow

Metro train services on Phase-III sections, which typically start at 8:00 AM on Sundays, will commence at 6:00 AM this Sunday, June 16, 2024. The DMRC announced on Friday to ANI that this adjustment is to accommodate candidates appearing for the Civil Services (Prelim) Examination conducted by UPSC on the same day.

16:37 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Exam Shifts

The Civil Services Prelims Examination 2024 will be held in two shifts: the first shift at 9:30 AM and the second shift at 2:30 PM.

16:15 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Session timings

The Civil Services Prelims Examination 2024 will be held in two shifts: the first shift starting at 9:30 AM and the second shift beginning at 2:30 PM.

15:46 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: What is not allowed inside the exam hall?

Electronic devices, including mobile phones and smartwatches, are not allowed inside the examination hall.

14:29 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Verify your entry time here

Please note that entry to the examination venue will close 30 minutes before the exam begins: 9:00 AM for the forenoon session and 2:00 PM for the afternoon session.

13:38 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Candidates must carry the photo ID card specified in their e-admit card

As per UPSC guidelines, the Photo ID details submitted during registration will be used for all future references. Candidates are advised to have this Photo ID card with them when appearing for the Examination or Personality Test.

13:00 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Syllabus

The syllabus for CSAT paper includes Comprehension, Interpersonal skills including communication skills, logical reasoning and analytical ability etc

12:16 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Syllabus


The syllabus for UPSC Prelims 2024 consists of General Studies Paper 1 which includes topics from History, Geography, Economy, polity and governance, general science, current affairs etc.

11:49 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Guidelines

Electronic devices, mobile phones, smart watches, and other related items are banned inside the examination hall. Candidates are advised to carry a black ballpoint pen and not bring any valuable/expensive items to the premises.

11:02 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Metro services


Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will begin early on the day of UPSC examination at Phase III sections starting from 6 am instead on 8 am to accommodate candidates.

10:28 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: What to carry to the exam centre?

Candidates are only allowed to bring their e-admit card, pen, pencil, identity proof, copies of self-photographs, and any other items specified in the admit card.

10:02 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Admit Card

The admit card for UPSC Prelims was released on June 7. Candidates are required to download the admit card and carry it to the exam centre on the day of examination.

09:35 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: When is UPSC CSE Prelims Exam 2024?

The UPSC CSE Prelims Exam 2024 is scheduled for June 16, 2024. The two-part exam will be conducted in shifts – General Studies paper will be conducted from 9:30 am to 11:30 am and CSAT paper will take place from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.

08:53 (IST) 15 Jun 2024
UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 Live: Welcome!

Hello and welcome to our live blog on UPSC Prelims Exam 2024! Here you can find updates on the upcoming Prelims CSE exam.