UPSC CSE Mains 2024: Critical DAF-I Deadline Today, Exam Set for Sept 20 – Key Details for 1,056 Vacancies

UPSC CSE Mains 2024: Critical DAF-I Deadline Today, Exam Set for Sept 20 - Key Details for 1,056 Vacancies

New Delhi | Updated: July 12, 2024: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will close the submission window for the Detailed Application Form-I (DAF-I) for the Civil Services Examination Main (UPSC CSE Mains 2024) today. Candidates who cleared the preliminary examination must submit DAF-I through upsconline.nic.in to be eligible for the Mains exam scheduled for September 20, 2024.

The UPSC CSE is one of India’s most prestigious exams, selecting candidates for various civil services positions. The preliminary exam was held on June 16, 2024, with results declared on July 1, 2024. Submission of DAF-I is mandatory for those proceeding to the Mains.

UPSC CSE Mains 2024 Key dates:

  • Prelims Exam: June 16, 2024
  • Prelims Results: July 1, 2024
  • DAF-I Submission Deadline: July 12, 2024 (Today)
  • Mains Exam: September 20, 2024

This year, UPSC is going to fill a total of 1,056 vacancies including 40 for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Eligible candidates must be between the age of 21 and 32 years as on August 1, 2024 (those born after August are not eligible)

The submission of the DAF-I form is compulsory for candidates to appear in Mains exam. Non-submission or late submission will lead to a cancellation of your candidature. Post Mains of UPSC CSE: DAF-II has to be submitted pre personality test, where the candidates have to specify their service and cadre preferences.

UPSC CSE Mains 2024, Candidates can get to know more about it by visiting the UPSC official website and following procedure for DAF-I Submission. Regular reforms are integrated in the selection process to ensure that only those who have a potential and calibre towards this direction should remain, maintaining the standards of civil services.

Candidates are advised to submit their DAF-I forms immediately via upsconline.nic.in to secure their eligibility for the Mains exam.

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