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Is it possible to clear IAS exam without doing rural service?

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Is it possible to clear IAS exam without doing rural service?

Yes, you are eligible for IAS exam.

If you have completed graduation in any discipline from a recognized university then you are eligible for IAS exam. This exam doesn't require any percentage marks in graduation degree.

Age criteria:

For General: 21 to 30 years
For OBC: 21 to 33 years
For SC/ST: 21 to 35 years

No. of attempts:

For General: 3
For OBC: 7
For SC/ST: No Restriction

Selection process for IAS exam:

1)Preliminary test
2)Mains exam
3)Personal interview

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Is it possible to clear IAS exam without doing rural service?

Yes, of course you can clear the IAS entrance exam without doing rural service.

Indian Administrative Service (IAS) which is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). One has to appear in IAS entrance exam in order to become a IAS officer. Normally, there are three stages Preliminary, Mains and Interview.

The eligibility to appear for UPSC Civil Service Examination is Bachelor Degree. The minimum age limit is 21 years and maximum 30 years. The number of attempts for the general category is 5. There is no need to do any rural service for appearing IAS examinations.

Official website - www.upsc.gov.in/