Complete 12th from a recognized board
Enroll in a bachelor’s degree program in any stream
Focus on graduation while building general knowledge and current affairs awareness
Choose optional subjects based on interest and availability in UPSC syllabus
Start preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination during graduation
Read NCERT books and standard reference books for core subjects
Follow daily newspapers and current affairs sources regularly
Practice answer writing, MCQs, and previous year question papers
Apply for the UPSC Civil Services Examination after graduation
Clear the Preliminary Examination
Clear the Main Examination
Clear the Personality Test or Interview
Complete the required training after selection
Join the Indian Administrative Service based on rank, preference, and merit