Union Public Service Commission
India's most prestigious exam body conducting Civil Services (IAS/IPS/IFS), Engineering Services, CDS, NDA, and other central government recruitment exams. Photo and document specifications are strictly enforced at the application stage.
About UPSC Exams
Union Public Service Commission examinations are managed by Union Public Service Commission. This section provides a category-level overview so you can understand the process, document expectations, and timeline behavior before filling any individual application form.
How to Use This Category Hub
- Open your target exam from the overview list.
- Validate photo and signature dimensions before upload.
- Cross-check required document list with official notification.
- Track date updates and keep files prepared ahead of deadlines.
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Snapshot of photo, signature, and document expectations across the most important UPSC examinations.
| Exam | Photo | Max Photo Size | Signature | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC CAPF (AC) | 3.5×4.5 cm | 300 KB | 3.5×1.5 cm | 6 |
| UPSC CDS | 3.5×4.5 cm | 300 KB | 3.5×1.5 cm | 5 |
| UPSC Civil Services Mains | 3.5×4.5 cm | 300 KB | 3.5×1.5 cm | 8 |
| UPSC Civil Services Preliminary | 3.5×4.5 cm | 300 KB | 3.5×1.5 cm | 7 |
| UPSC Combined Medical Services | 3.5×4.5 cm | 300 KB | 3.5×1.5 cm | 6 |
| UPSC Engineering Services | 3.5×4.5 cm | 300 KB | 3.5×1.5 cm | 6 |
| UPSC Indian Forest Service | 3.5×4.5 cm | 300 KB | 3.5×1.5 cm | 6 |
| UPSC NDA & NA | 3.5×4.5 cm | 300 KB | 3.5×1.5 cm | 6 |