The Union Public Service Commission will release the UPSC Admit Card for Prelims 2024 on the official website on 26th May 2024. Usually, the commission releases the admit card 3 weeks before the exam. As per the notification, “The eligible candidates shall be issued an e-Admit Card three weeks before the commencement of the examination.” The e-Admit Card will be made available on the UPSC website [ https://upsconline.nic.in ] for downloading by candidates till 28th May 2023, starting from 8th May 2023. No Admit Card will be sent by post.
UPSC Admit Card for CSE Prelims 2024
On May 8, 2023, UPSC will enable the link for obtaining UPSC Admit Card 2024 on its official website at upsc.gov.in. Candidates who want to take the Civil Service Examination on May 28, 2023, should download their UPSC Prelims Admit Card immediately and save a printed copy to carry to the exam center. To download your UPSC CSE Admit Card, visit the official website and download the UPSC Admit Card for Prelims from the link.
- Candidates will be able to download the UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2024 from UPSC’s website, i.e., https://upsconline.nic.in/
- By entering the roll no. or the registration ID, candidates can download their UPSC 2024 admit card for prelims.
- Candidates who are unable to find their admit cards online will be advised to download the UPSC notice that mentions the names of the candidates whose applications were rejected due to fictitious fee payments.
Important Instructions to Download Admit Card for Prelims 2024
Candidates will be advised to inform the commission as soon as they discover any discrepancies in their admission cards.
The printout of the UPSC e-admit card will have to be carried along with the candidate’s original identity card (as mentioned on the admit card).
Candidates will have to bring their photographs to the examination center if their photo on the admit card is blurred or has any other error.
Steps for UPSC Admit Card Download for Prelims 2024
- The UPSC will release the e-admit cards on its website. The UPSC CSE admit cards will not be sent by post, and candidates will have to download them from the official website of the UPSC.
- Navigate to upsc.gov.in in your browser and click on “Admit Cards” on the right, or (upsconline.nic.in) and click on “e-Admit Cards for various examinations of UPSC”.
- You will then be redirected to a page that lists the various UPSC exams for which the e-admit cards are available. Besides e-admit cards for exams, UPSC also issues e-summons and e-admit cards for various recruitment posts.
- Click on Civil Services (Prelims) exam 2024 to download your hall ticket for the UPSC Prelims 2024.
- Before downloading the admit card, you will be asked to enter your registration ID or roll number for the UPSC Prelims 2024.
- The admit card will open as a PDF. Download it and take a printout of this UPSC hall ticket, which you must carry for both papers of the Civil Services (Prelims) exam.
If you forget your Registration ID for UPSC Prelims and do not know your roll number either, you can click on the “Forgot RID” option and fill in the required details (Your name, date of birth, father’s and mother’s name) and submit to view the registration ID. You can then proceed to download the IAS admit card following the normal process.
The following Details are given in the UPSC Admit Card or Hall Ticket
- Name of exam
- Date of exam
- Name of candidate
- Roll No.
- UPSC exam center
- Venue of exam
- Time Table of Prelims
- General instructions for candidates
Discrepancy, Omission, or Mistakes on the UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2023
If any information on the UPSC hall ticket for IAS Prelims 2024 is incorrect, such as name/roll number/parents’ name etc., then candidates will need to immediately reach out to the UPSC at the official email-id uscsp-upsc@nic.in or call the facilitation counters between 9 AM and 6 PM on working days.
| Category | Contact Information |
| Postal Address | UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi – 110069 |
| Facilitation Counter | 011-23098543, 011-23385271, 011-23381125, 011-23098591 |
| For Technical Problems – web-upsc@nic.in | |
| For Applicant Data – uscsp-upsc@nic.in |
UPSC Mains Admit Card 2024
The UPSC Main examination is scheduled for September 20, 2024. The hall ticket for the UPSC (Main) exam will be released in the weeks leading up to the exam.
UPSC Interview Call Letter
The admit card for the interview will be released after the successful completion of the UPSC main exams. Once the e-summons are released, the direct link for the same will be intimated to the candidates through the official website.
Candidates will need to note that the Interview call letter will be communicated through an e-mail. All the candidates who pass the UPSC Mains stage will have to follow the guidelines mentioned in their UPSC CSE e-summon letter.
UPSC Admit Card Dates
| Exam | Admit Card Date |
| UPSC Prelims 2024 | 09 February, 2024 |
| UPSC Mains 2024 | To be notified |
| UPSC Prelims 2022 | 10 May 2022 |
| UPSC Mains 2022 | December 2022 |
| UPSC Prelims 2021 | 10 May 2022 |
| UPSC Mains 2021 | 15th December 2021 |
| UPSC Prelims 2020 | 1st August 2020 |
General instructions are given on the UPSC Hall Ticket for Aspirants
On the admit card for UPSC Prelims, the following instructions for candidates will be given:
1. Candidates will need to check the e-Admit Card carefully and bring discrepancies, if any, to the notice of the UPSC immediately.
2. The UPSC IAS admit card 2024 (printout) will need to be brought along with the (original) Photo Identity Card, whose number is mentioned in the e-Admit Card, in each session to secure admission to the Examination Hall. The E-Admit Card must be preserved until the declaration of the final results of the Civil Services Examination, 2024.
3. Candidates will be responsible for keeping the e-Admit Card safe, and if someone uses it, it will be their responsibility to verify that they did not utilize the service of an impostor.
4. For the examination, candidates should not have or use any mobile phone (even if switched off), pager, or any electronic equipment or programmable device or storage media like pen drive, smartwatches, etc., or camera or Bluetooth devices, or any other equipment or related accessories, whether in working or switched-off mode, capable of being used as a communication device. Any violation of these instructions may result in disciplinary action, including disqualification from future Examinations.
5. Candidates who do not have clear images on their e-Admit Card must present a photo ID and two passport-size photographs, one for each session, in order to sit in the Examination with an undertaking.
6. Candidates who choose their own scribe should be aware that they will be permitted to take the Examination only if they have a separate e-Admit Card for such a scribe. The e-Admit Cards for the individual scribes will be distributed individually.
List of Exams Conducted by the UPSC
To get your admit card, go to the official website; don’t wait for it in the mail or email. Follow the same steps as you would for the IAS Main exam 2024. The exams listed below have the same process:
- Engineering Services Examination (ESE)
- Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination
- Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination
- National Defence Academy (NDA) Examination
- Naval Academy Examination
- Special Class Railway Apprentice
- Indian Forest Service examination
- Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service Examination
- Combined Geoscientist and Geologist Examination
- Central Armed Police Forces(Assistant Commandant) Examination
Check the UPSC Calendar 2024 page for the exam dates. The UPSC CSE Notification has all the details about the IAS Exam recruitment process.
FAQ about UPSC Admit Card
1. What is the UPSC admit card, and why is it essential?
Answer: The UPSC admit card is a crucial document issued by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for candidates appearing in various examinations. It serves as an entry ticket to the examination hall and contains vital information such as exam date, time, venue, and candidate details. Without the admit card, candidates may not be allowed to take the exam.
2. How can I download my UPSC admit card?
Answer: To download the UPSC admit card, candidates need to visit the official UPSC website (https://www.upsc.gov.in/) and navigate to the “Admit Card” section. They must enter their registration ID or roll number and date of birth to access and download the admit card. It’s essential to follow the instructions provided on the website for a hassle-free download.
3. What should I do if there is an error or discrepancy in my UPSC admit card?
Answer: In case of any error or discrepancy in the UPSC admit card, candidates should immediately contact the UPSC examination authorities. It is advisable to reach out to the UPSC facilitation counter or contact the designated helpline. It is crucial to rectify any errors promptly to avoid complications on the day of the examination.
4. Can I get a hard copy of the UPSC admit card sent to my address?
Answer: No, the UPSC does not send hard copies of the admit card to candidates’ addresses. Candidates are required to download the admit card from the official website and take a printout. It is the responsibility of the candidates to keep the printed copy of the admit card in good condition and carry it to the examination center.
5. What documents do I need to carry along with the UPSC admit card to the examination center?
Answer: Along with the UPSC admit card, candidates are required to carry a valid photo ID proof to the examination center. Acceptable ID proofs include Aadhar card, passport, voter ID, driving license, or any other government-issued photo ID. It is essential to carry the original ID proof; photocopies are generally not accepted. Candidates are advised to read the instructions on the admit card carefully to ensure compliance with all requirements.
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