What are the documents required for UPSC Civil Services?

The documents required for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) include various certificates, forms, and other documents that candidates need to submit at different stages of the examination process. Here is a list of essential documents required for the UPSC CSE:

1. UPSC CSE Application Form: Candidates need to fill out the online application form available on the UPSC official website and submit it within the specified deadline.

2. Photograph and Signature: Candidates are required to upload a recent passport-sized photograph and a scanned copy of their signature while filling out the application form.

3. Educational Qualification Certificates: Candidates need to submit copies of their educational qualification certificates, including marksheets and degree certificates. This includes the certificate of passing the qualifying examination (usually a bachelor's degree) and any other relevant educational certificates.

4. Category Certificate (if applicable): Candidates belonging to reserved categories (such as SC/ST/OBC/EWS) need to submit a valid category certificate issued by the competent authority. The certificate should be in the prescribed format and include the candidate's caste/tribe/community information.

5. Physically Handicapped Certificate (if applicable): Candidates with disabilities need to submit a disability certificate issued by a competent medical authority certifying their disability status and extent of disability.

6. Domicile Certificate (if applicable): Candidates claiming reservation under the domicile category need to submit a domicile certificate issued by the concerned state government or union territory administration.

7. Age Proof: Candidates need to submit a copy of their birth certificate or any other valid document (such as Aadhar card, passport, or school leaving certificate) as proof of age.

8. Photo ID Proof: Candidates need to carry a valid photo ID proof (such as Aadhar card, passport, voter ID card, or PAN card) to the examination center on the day of the exam.

9. Employment Certificate (if applicable): Candidates employed in government or private organizations need to submit a 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) or an employment certificate from their employer.

10. EWS Certificate (if applicable): Candidates belonging to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category need to submit an EWS certificate issued by the competent authority.

11. Ex-servicemen Certificate (if applicable): Candidates claiming reservation under the ex-servicemen category need to submit a certificate issued by the competent authority certifying their ex-servicemen status.

12. Other Relevant Documents: Candidates may be required to submit any other relevant documents or certificates as specified by the UPSC or mentioned in the examination notification.

It's important for candidates to carefully read the UPSC examination notification and instructions for the submission of documents and ensure that they meet all the eligibility criteria and document requirements before applying for the UPSC CSE.