Introduction
The UPSC Prelims Result 2025 has been officially released on the UPSC website upsc.gov.in. Aspirants who appeared for the Civil Services (CSE) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Preliminary exams on May 25 can now download the result PDF and check if they’ve qualified for the Mains. Here’s an in-depth guide covering result access, expected cut-offs, and key next steps.
How to Check & Download Result
- Visit the official UPSC portal: upsc.gov.in or upsconline.gov.in.
- Click on the “Written Result: Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2025” link.
- Download the PDF listing qualified roll numbers for both CSE and IFS exam.
- Search your roll number or name using Ctrl+F.
Note: Some candidates’ results may be withheld pending verification .
Result Highlights & Statistics
- Declared on **June 11, 2025**, in line with UPSC’s usual 15-17 day announcement window .
- Approx. **10 lakh candidates appeared**, and **14,161** candidates have qualified for Mains .
- The Prelims marks and answer keys will be available after the final results are declared .
Expected Cut-Off for 2025
Coaching institutes and analysts anticipate a slight dip in cut-off due to the exam’s difficulty level, especially in geography. Forecasted range:
- General category: 85–90 marks
- OBC/SC/ST/PwBD: lower category-wise thresholds
For context, previous cut-offs were **88.22** in 2023 and **90.34** in 2024 . Final cut-off will be published along with scores.
Next Steps After Qualification
- DAF-I Registration: Qualified candidates must fill the Detailed Application Form–I between **Jun 16–25, 2025**, submit fee (₹200; exemptions apply), and request scribe/assistive aids if needed .
- Mains Preparation: Written Main exam starts from **Aug 22, 2025**, covering 9 papers including essays, GS, and optional subjects .
- Download Mains Admit Card: Will be issued ~2 weeks before the exam.
- Interview Stage: Personality Test post-Mains lasts mid to late 2026.
Useful Links
- UPSC UPSC.gov.in – Prelims Result PDF
- UPSC Cut-Off & Result Window Details
- Download IFS Prelims Result PDF
Tips for Mains Preparation
- Start early with essay practice and GS answer writing.
- Analyze previous year papers and focus on current affairs.
- Use mock tests to improve speed and structure.
Check out our detailed guide on How to Prepare for UPSC Mains.
Conclusion
The declaration of the UPSC Prelims Result 2025 marks a milestone in every aspirant’s journey. Qualifying for Mains brings one step closer to achieving dream civil services posts like IAS, IPS, and IFS. Stay focused, complete your DAF, and begin targeted preparation for Mains. Good luck to all candidates!
For trend analysis across years, visit UPSC Cut-Off Trends & Analysis.
