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UPSC CSAT Exam Pattern

The UPSC CSAT Paper, also known as Prelims GS Paper 2, will happen on the same day as Prelims GS Paper 1. Both papers will have objective-type questions. The CSAT paper is worth a total of 200 marks. Check out the UPSC CSAT Exam Pattern in the table provided.

UPSC CSAT 2025 Exam Pattern
Total Marks200
Number of Questions80
Time Duration2 Hours
Question TypeMultiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Language of CSAT PaperHindi or English
Negative Marking0.83
Nature of PaperQualifying

Note: 

  • 2.5 marks for each correct answer.
  • One-third of the marks for every wrong answer.
  • The questions are of the objective type.
  • No marks awarded or deducted for not answering the question.

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FAQs

How many stages are there in the UPSC Exam? −

There are 3 Stages in the UPSC exam i.e, Prelims, Mains & Interview.

Does the IAS prelims CSAT paper have negative marking? +

Yes, negative marking is applicable in the UPSC prelims CSAT Paper 2.

When will the online application for UPSC 2025 start? +

The online application process for UPSC 2025 starts from 22 Jan, 2025.

What is the last Date to apply for the UPSC 2025 Exam? +

The last date to apply online for UPSC 2025 Exam is 11 February, 2024

When is the date for the UPSC prelims examination? +

The UPSC Prelims 2025 is on 25 May, 2025.

When is the date for the UPSC mains examination? +

The UPSC Mains 2025 is on 22 August, 2025.

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