UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 Results Live: What happens after the prelims results are declared
Candidates who clear the CSE Prelims 2025 will be eligible for the Main Examination scheduled from August 22, 2025. They must complete the Detailed Application Form-I (DAF-I), which becomes available soon after the prelims result is published. The DAF-I requires detailed academic and personal information, along with service and cadre preferences. This stage is critical as it directly leads into the intensive Mains round, comprising nine papers. Candidates are advised to start their preparation immediately after qualification to maximise their chances of success.