Can a reserved candidate apply in general category in UPSC?
Table of Contents
- 1 Can a reserved candidate apply in general category in UPSC?
- 2 Can I change my category from general to OBC in UPSC?
- 3 Can I change my category in UPSC mains form?
- 4 What is general category in UPSC?
- 5 Can last year student apply for UPSC?
- 6 How many attempts are required for EWS category Upsc?
- 7 What is the eligibility criteria for the UPSC exam?
- 8 Should I apply for general category if I belong to OBC?
- 9 How many attempts are there in the UPSC IAS exam?
Can a reserved candidate apply in general category in UPSC?
Yes, provided they otherwise fulfill other eligibility criteria. Reservation is, however, not available in respect of Examinations conducted for recruitment to Defence Services viz., NDA & NA Examination and Combined Defence Services Examination.
Can I change my category from general to OBC in UPSC?
UPSC can make change in you category also according your scoring in exam. You can’t do this. No not at all. You can appear as an obc then can go to general category but opposite is not possible not in upsc not in any other exam.
Can I change my category in UPSC mains form?
If you have submitted the application form you can’t change anything. The only better option is to carefully fill another application with a different e mail id and use the same id till the end of the cycle.
Can a OBC student apply in general?
Yes you can apply in general category . But, If you have OBC Certificate you can definitely apply under OBC Category because it will helps you for reservation in counselling process.
Which caste comes under general merit?
Mostly Brahmins fall under General Merit category. Except them all others castes such as Lingayats,Muslim,Sikhs,Christians etc have reservations in CAT 1,2A,2B,3A,3B etc. It depends upon rules made by different states like income limit etc . Mostly Brahmins fall under General Merit category.
What is general category in UPSC?
The number of attempts for the IAS exam: General Category: 6 attempts till 32 years of age. The number of attempts for the IAS exam: OBC: 9 attempts till 35 years of age. The number of attempts for the IAS exam: SC/ST: unlimited attempts till 37 years of age.
Can last year student apply for UPSC?
UPSC allows final year students (degree) to sit for UPSC Civil Services Exam if they meet the age requirements (ie. candidate must have at least 21 years of age on 1st August of that given year when the exam is held).
How many attempts are required for EWS category Upsc?
6 Attempts
IAS (UPSC CSE) Exam 2022: Relaxations regarding Number of Attempts
| Category | Maximum Age Limit | Number of Attempts |
|---|---|---|
| General | 32 Years | 6 Attempts |
| Other Backward Castes (OBC) | 35 Years | 9 Attempts |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 32 Years | 6 Attempts |
| SC/ST | 37 Years | Till the age limit |
How many attempts are there in UPSC for OBC?
nine attempts
OBC candidates are allowed nine attempts in case they are otherwise eligible.
Can I apply for UPSC in general category after OBC application?
You cannot do anything after application has been completed, you need to apply in OBC category next year. Sorry. No not at all. You can appear as an obc then can go to general category but opposite is not possible not in upsc not in any other exam. What happens if I attempt the UPSC in general category, when I actually belong to the OBC category?
What is the eligibility criteria for the UPSC exam?
UPSC aspirant should know the eligibility criteria first. The age required for UPSC Exam is 21 years. For General category candidates, upper age limit is 32 years with a maximum of 6 attempts. For OBC candidates, upper age limit is 35 years with a maximum of 9 attempts.
Should I apply for general category if I belong to OBC?
Belonging to OBC category and appearing in General category indicates your confidence and belief in merit system. With such values, you should have appeared as an OBC candidate but come out with merit without availing the reservation in the first instance.
How many attempts are there in the UPSC IAS exam?
A general category/EWS category candidate has 6 attempts in the UPSC IAS exam. OBC candidates have 9 attempts; SC/ST candidates have no bar on the number of attempts (they can take the exam until they reach the upper age limit). EWS category with benchmark disability have 9 attempts, general and OBC physically disabled candidates have 9 attempts.