UPSC Prelims Result 2025: Expected Release Date, How to Download Scorecard, and Latest Updates

Aspirants who appeared for the highly competitive Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE Prelims) 2025, held on May 25, 2025, are eagerly awaiting the release of their results. While the Union Public Service Commission has yet to announce an official date, historical trends suggest the results are expected to be declared by mid-June 2025, likely around June 14th or 15th.

The UPSC CSE Prelims is the first crucial stage of India’s most prestigious civil services selection process, which includes recruitment for coveted roles like the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Foreign Service (IFS).

Expected Result Date: Following the Trends

Going by the pattern of previous years, the UPSC typically releases the Prelims results within 15 to 20 days of the examination. For instance:

• 2024: Exam on June 16, results on July 1 (15-day gap)
• 2023: Exam on May 28, results on June 12 (15-day gap)

Given the May 25, 2025, exam date, a similar timeframe points towards a result declaration by June 14-15, 2025. However, candidates are strongly advised to refer to the official UPSC website for the confirmed announcement.

How to Download Your UPSC Prelims 2025 Scorecard (Result PDF)

Once declared, the UPSC Prelims 2025 result will be released in the form of a PDF document on the official website, listing the roll numbers of candidates who have qualified for the Mains examination. Individual scorecards and marks are typically released only after the final results of the entire examination process are announced.

Here are the steps to check and download your UPSC Prelims 2025 result:

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the official website of the Union Public Service Commission: upsc.gov.in.
2. Locate the “What’s New” Section: On the homepage, look for the “What’s New” section or navigate to the “Examination” tab.
3. Click on the Result Link: Find and click on the link titled “Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2025 Result” or a similar notification.
4. Open the PDF File: The result will open as a PDF file on your screen.
5. Search for Your Roll Number: Use the ‘Ctrl+F’ (or ‘Cmd+F’ on Mac) function to search for your roll number within the PDF.
6. Download and Save: If your roll number is present, download the PDF file and save it for future reference. It is advisable to also take a printout.

What Happens After the Prelims Result?

Candidates who successfully clear the Prelims examination will be eligible to appear for the UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination 2025, which is scheduled to commence from August 22, 2025.

Following the Prelims result, qualified candidates will be required to fill out the Detailed Application Form-I (DAF-I) to formally apply for the Mains examination. The UPSC will release separate notifications with guidelines and deadlines for DAF-I submission.

It is important to note that the Prelims exam is merely a screening test, and the marks obtained in this stage are not considered for the final merit list. The Mains examination and the subsequent personality test (interview) determine the final selection of candidates.

Aspirants are advised to keep a close watch on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in, for the latest updates and announcements regarding the UPSC Prelims Result 2025 and subsequent stages of the examination.