The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results for the Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2024. Candidates can now access the results on the official website using the provided steps. The exam was held on June 16, 2024, and those who cleared the prelims will now move on to the main exam. The main exam is scheduled to take place in September 2024, followed by a personal interview or test.
UPSC Prelims Result 2024 Announced: Steps to Check and Exam Details
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the results for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2024. Candidates can now access their results by following the steps outlined on the official website.
Background:
The UPSC Civil Services Examination is a highly competitive exam conducted annually to recruit candidates for various administrative and diplomatic positions in the Indian government. The exam is divided into three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview. The Prelims exam is the first stage and comprises two objective-type papers.
Exam Details:
The UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 was held on June 16, 2024. A total of 10,89,421 candidates appeared for the exam. The passing percentage for this year's exam was 11.27%.
Steps to Check the Results:
To check your UPSC Prelims Result 2024, follow these steps:
Your result will be displayed on the screen. Candidates who have qualified for the Mains exam will be required to fill out a Detailed Application Form (DAF) online.
FAQs:
Q1: When will the UPSC Mains Exam 2024 be held? A1: The UPSC Mains Exam 2024 is scheduled to take place on September 29, 2024.
Q2: How many candidates qualified for the UPSC Mains Exam 2024? A2: A total of 12,966 candidates have qualified for the UPSC Mains Exam 2024.
Q3: What is the passing percentage for the UPSC Prelims Exam 2024? A3: The passing percentage for the UPSC Prelims Exam 2024 is 11.27%.
Q4: Can I apply for an official answer key for the UPSC Prelims Exam 2024? A4: Yes, candidates can apply for an official answer key by paying a fee of Rs. 100 per question.
Q5: What are the documents required for the UPSC Mains Exam 2024? A5: Candidates who have qualified for the UPSC Mains Exam 2024 will be required to submit their original educational certificates, provisional certificate, and identity proof along with the DAF.
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