What are the minimum educational qualifications needed to appear for the UPSC exam?

• Minimum Degree: You must hold a graduate degree (Bachelor's) in any discipline from a university incorporated by an Act of the Central or State Legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an Act of Parliament.
• Final Year Students: If you are in your final year of graduation and awaiting results, you are eligible to apply for the Preliminary exam. However, you must produce proof of passing the degree examination when applying for the Main exam .
• No Minimum Percentage: There is no minimum marks or percentage required. You only need to have passed your degree.
• Professional Degrees: Candidates with professional or technical degrees (like MBBS, B.Tech, or CA) are also eligible. For medical students, you must have completed the degree and be in the final stage of your internship to qualify for the Mains.
• Correspondence/Distance Learning: Degrees obtained through correspondence or open universities (like IGNOU) are valid, provided the university is recognised by the government.