UPPSC PCS Preliminary Exam 2025: Answer Key Release Date and Details

The UPPSC conducted the PCS Preliminary Exam on October 12, 2025, with over 600,000 candidates participating. The provisional answer key is anticipated to be released in early November. Candidates can check the answer key on the official UPPSC website and will have the opportunity to raise objections. The selection process includes the preliminary exam, main exam, and interview, with final selections based on main exam and interview scores. Stay tuned for updates on the answer key release.

By Sourabh Singh Oct 16, 2025, 09:16 IST

UPPSC PCS Prelims Answer Key 2025

UPPSC PCS Preliminary Exam 2025: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) successfully conducted the UP PCS Preliminary Examination on October 12th. This examination took place at more than 1,400 centers throughout all 75 districts in the state. The exam was divided into two shifts, with over 600,000 candidates participating. They are now eagerly awaiting the provisional answer key. Let's explore when this answer key is expected to be released.

Structure of the UP PCS Preliminary Exam: The exam comprised two papers: General Studies and General Aptitude Test, each lasting two hours. Notably, there was no negative marking for incorrect responses in this preliminary phase. Candidates who perform well will progress to the Main Examination, which is part of the selection process. The Commission aims to fill around 200 positions through the PCS.

Expected Release Date for the Answer Key:

As per reports, the UPPSC is likely to unveil the provisional answer key for the PCS Preliminary Exam by the first week of October or November. However, an official date has yet to be confirmed by the Commission. Candidates will have the opportunity to raise objections regarding the answer key.

Once the objections are addressed, the final answer key and results will be published. The selection process for PCS 2025 will occur in three key stages: the preliminary exam, the main exam, and the interview. The final selection will depend on the scores achieved in the main exam and the interview.

How to Access the UPPSC PCS Prelims Answer Key:

1. Navigate to the official UPPSC website, uppsc.up.nic.in.

2. Locate the link for the PCS Preliminary Exam 2025 Answer Key on the homepage.

3. The answer key will be displayed as a PDF on your screen.

4. Review it and print a copy for your records.

For further details regarding the examination, candidates can visit the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission.