ID RequirementsValid government-issued photo ID required on exam day: Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, or driving licence. Admit card (hall ticket) is mandatory and must be downloaded from the UPSC OTR portal before the exam.
RenewalNot required
PrerequisitesIndian citizen (or eligible national of specific countries). Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Age: 21-32 years (General); relaxations for OBC (35), SC/ST (37), PwBD (42+). Maximum 6 attempts for General; 9 for OBC; unlimited for SC/ST/PwBD up to age limit. (recommended)