What is the eligibility criteria to appear for UPSC exam? Can I appear for UPSC exam after completing UG in hotel management?

Is it necessary to pursue B.Tech in order to appear for UPSC exam? Which subject should I opt for prelims?

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J
2 years ago
Hi Yes Education Qualification for IAS exam: Candidate must hold a Graduate Degree from a recognised University. UPSC Civil Services Exam Age Limit: Candidate must be a minimum of 21 years of age and must not be more than 32 years of age. General Category & EWS: 32 years; 6 attempts. You should ch

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A
3 years ago
Hello dear, Although regarded as one of the toughest exams in the country, with the right approach and strategy, an aspirant can crack the IAS examination in the very first attempt. It is essential for aspirants to know and understand the requirements of the IAS exam such as the UPSC syllabus for IA

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Dr  Swastik Sahu
7 years ago
Hello Dear, For UPSC, you need to be a graduate from UGC recognised institutions. So you can definitely participate in UPSC examinations after completing UG in Hotel Management.

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Anagha G Nair
7 years ago
Hello, UPSC Exam Details and eligibility: For the IAS IFS & IPS, a candidate must be a citizen of India. For the IRS and other services, a candidate must be one of the following: A citizen of India *a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzan

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Yanthungo kikon
7 years ago
Yes. You can since Hotel management is also recognised by UGC.

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B
8 years ago
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. For SC/ST candidates, upper age limit is 37 and the number of attempts is up to the ag

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Do they give more preference to B.Tech students over hotel management one in UPSC?

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