NEW DELHI, March 6, 2026 — The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the final results for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025. Following an intensive evaluation process that concluded with interviews on February 27, 2026, the Commission has recommended a total of 958 candidates for appointment to India’s premier administrative and police services.
The Top Achievers and Service Breakdowns
Leading the list of successful candidates is Anuj Agnihotri, who secured All India Rank (AIR) 1, followed by Rajeshwari Sube and Akansh Dhul in second and third place, respectively.
The recommended candidates are allocated across several key categories to fill critical vacancies in the national government:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS): 180 vacancies.
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS): 55 vacancies.
- Indian Police Service (IPS): 150 vacancies.
- Central Services (Group A and Group B): The remaining vacancies include roles in Revenue, Railways, and other central departments.
While there were 1,087 total vacancies advertised, the initial recommendation covers 958 individuals. A reserve list of 258 candidates has been maintained to ensure all slots are eventually filled.
Competition and Selection Trends
The journey to the final list remains one of the toughest in the country. Out of approximately 6 lakh aspirants who appeared for the Preliminary exam, only 2,736 candidates were called for the final interview stage. This results in a final selection ratio of roughly 1:3 at the interview stage, meaning only one out of every three candidates interviewed made it to the final recommendation.
The demographic breakdown of the 958 recommended candidates includes:
- General: 317
- OBC: 306
- SC: 158
- EWS: 104
- ST: 73.
Success Stories and Mentorship
StudyIQ IAS has reported a significant number of successful candidates from its various programs. Early counts suggest over 180 StudyIQ students have secured ranks, with expectations that this number could surpass 200 as final data is processed. Success was noted across various initiatives, including Foundation batches, the Mains Residential Program, and specialized interview guidance from retired senior officers.
Experts note that while the overall selection probability appears dauntingly low at 0.2% of all applicants, the competition among “serious” aspirants—estimated at 75,000 to 1 lakh—is where the true battle for ranks takes place.
Bottom Line
The declaration of the UPSC 2025 results marks the end of a long and grueling cycle for hundreds of successful aspirants who will now join the “steel frame” of Indian administration. For those who did not make the list, mentors suggest immediate focus on the upcoming 2026 Prelims, emphasizing that the experience gained in reaching the interview stage places them steps ahead for the next attempt.
