The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has released the provisional answer key for the Combined State Civil / Upper Subordinate Services Preliminary Examination 2025, which was conducted on 29 June 2025. Candidate can download answers keys from all sets (A, B, C, D) and can submit objection if any, results would be declared soon based on final key.
Important Dates
| Prelims Exam | 29 June 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | 4–5 July 2025 |
| Objection Window Opens | 5 July 2025 |
| Objection Window Closes | 11 July 2025 |
| Final Answer Key Publication | Mid–Late July 2025 (expected) |
| Prelims Result Declaration | Late July / Early August 2025 |
How to Download Answer Key & Raise Objections
Go to the official website of UKPSC, psc.uk.gov.in (or ukpsc.net.in)
Click on “Answer Key” in the Announcements section
Click on the link : “Combined State Civil/Upper Subordinate Services Prelims 2025 – Answer Key”
Select your booklet set (A, B, C or D) and download as PDF
To object : login as a candidate, pay ₹50 per objection, and upload supporting evidence before the deadline.
Eligibility Criteria for UKPSC PCS 2025
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
| Age Limit | 21 to 42 years as on 1 July 2025 (relaxation applicable to reserved categories as per state rules) |
| Nationality | Indian citizen |
| Physical Standards (For specific posts like DSP) | Height, chest, and eyesight criteria may apply. Refer to official notification for post-wise physical eligibility. |
UKPSC PCS Recruitment Process
The UKPSC PCS Recruitment is held in 3 major stages:
Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
Paper I – General Studies (150 marks, merit qualifying)
Paper II – General Aptitude (150 marks, qualifying only for 33%)
The only marks that are considered to shortlist for the Mains Exam is Paper I.
Main Examination (Descriptive)
Languages: General Hindi, Essay, General Studies I, II & III
Optional subjects: 1 optional subject with two papers
Interview for the qualifying exam only.
Personality Test / Interview – 100 Marks
Final selection is done based on Mains + Interview.
Salary & Pay Scale
| Deputy Collector / SDM | Rs.56,100 – Rs.1,77,500 (Level 10) |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) | Rs.56,100 – Rs.1,77,500 (Level 10) |
| Block Development Officer (BDO) | Rs.44,900 – Rs.1,42,400 (Level 7/8) |
| Assistant Commissioner (Finance) | Rs.56,100 – Rs.1,77,500 (Level 10) |
| Other Group A/B Posts | Rs.44,900 – Rs.1,77,500 (depending on post) |
Perks & Benefits :
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Dearness Allowance (DA)
Transport Allowance
Medical facilities
Pension (if applicable under NPS)
Important Links
| Official Website | CLICK HERE |
| Answer Key PDF Download | CLICK HERE |
| Objection Submission Portal | CLICK HERE |
| Official Notification Page | CLICK HERE |
| Results / Score Card Section (when released) | CLICK HERE |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
29 June 2025, with two sessions: General Studies (10 AM–12 PM) and Aptitude (2 PM–4 PM)
4-5 July
11 July 2025 is the final day to raise challenges
The final answer key is expected by mid-late July 2025
Successful candidates (based on Paper I merit) move to Mains Exam (descriptive). Paper II is qualifying (minimum 33%) followed by interview/personality test
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