Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Ans. Window will open from 12th to 18th February 2025.

Ans. Same modification window: 12th to 18th February 2025.

Ans. No, withdrawal is not permitted.

Ans. Not required. You can fill usual preference order but if you want then you can fill as per PwBD criteria permitted sequence as per their category-specific instructions..

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• Based on the last 3 financial years: 2021-22, 2022-23, 2023-24.
• Must be issued between 01/04/2024 to 11/02/2025.

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• Based on Previous Financial Year (2023-24).
• Must be issued between 01/04/2024 to 11/02/2025.

Ans. No, there are no financial criteria, and no restrictions on the date of issue. They don’t need to issue new certificate but ensure that certificate is as per UPSC prescribed format and issued by competent authority.

Ans. As of 1st August 2025.

• Age: 21-32 years
• As of 1st August 2025.
• There is upper age relaxation to OBC,SC,ST & PwBD Candidates

Ans. Competent Authorities for Issuance of OBC-NCL and EWS Certificates (as per UPSC Guidelines)

• District Magistrate / Additional District Magistrate / Collector / Deputy Commissioner/ Additional Deputy Commissioner/1st Class Stipendiary Magistrate / Sub-Divisional Magistrate / Taluka Magistrate/Executive Magistrate/Extra Assistant Commissioner (not below the rank of 1st Class Stipendiary Magistrate).
• Chief Presidency Magistrate/Additional Chief Presidency Magistrate/Presidency Magistrate.
• Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tehsildar.
• Sub-Divisional Officer of the area where the candidate and/or their family normally resides.Additional Guidelines
• Certificates issued by authorities other than those listed above will not be accepted by UPSC. Candidates must ensure the certificates are issued in the prescribed format and within the valid time period as mentioned in UPSC notifications.
• Candidates must ensure the certificates are issued in the prescribed format and within the valid time period as mentioned in UPSC notifications.

Ans. Yes, but the degree must be submitted before the interview stage.

• Acceptable proof: Final degree, Final mark sheet, provisional degree, or university certificate.
• For professional courses (MBBS, BDS, Veterinary Science): Submit proof of passing or internship completion certificate.

Ans. Candidates cannot appear for the Personality Test.

Ans. Yes, after qualifying for the Personality Test. Changes can be made to:

• Address, employment details, service preference, cadre preference, etc.
• Window: 15 days after the mains result.

Ans. No, the category cannot be changed after form submission.

Ans. No, candidates selected in IAS/IFS cannot re-apply.

Ans. No, as per IPS service rules, IPS cannot be opted for a second time.

Ans. Every appearance in the Preliminary Exam counts as an attempt, even if the candidate does not qualify for mains. Simply form filling without appearing in prelims doesn’t count the attempt.

Ans. 80 cities for prelims, 24 cities for mains, allotted on a first-apply-first- served basis.

Ans. No, it is banned & strictly prohibited.

Ans. Must match the photograph submitted in application form.

Ans. Reach at least 30 minutes before the exam time, gates will be closed 30 minutes before.

Ans. Yes, UPSC will open the window for 7 days after the exam to submit your question representations (if any).

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• Near Gate-C, UPSC.
• Phone numbers (10 AM - 7 PM on working days):
• 011-23385271, 011-23381125, 011-23098543.

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• Name and year of examination.
• Registration ID.
• Roll number (if received).
• Candidate’s name, postal address, and valid email ID.73

Ans. Yes, but ensure clarity and avoid repetition. Use different aspects of the same achievement in each section.

Ans. Yes, if they were substantial and relevant to your experience.

Ans. Mention them honestly if they demonstrate relevant skills or responsibility. You should be able to prove through salary receipt or offer letter.

Ans. You can amend once in a life-time otherwise, contact UPSC via facilitation counters or helpline numbers. Proceed with form filling while awaiting their response.

Ans. No, You are required to upload a scanned photo taken within last 10 days having white background.

Ans. Next IAS official website has the complete details of the renowned and experienced faculties who guide the students through their passionate efforts. Students may check the faculty members of NEXT IAS by clicking at https://www.nextias.com/faculty-panel

Ans. At the moment, we offer Foundation Courses for the following optional subjects:
1. Economics Optional Foundation Course
2. Geography Optional Foundation Course
3. History Optional Foundation Course
4. Sociology Optional Foundation Course
5. Mathematics Optional Foundation Course
6. Anthropology Optional Foundation Course
7. Political Science and International Relations (PSIR) foundation course

Ans. You can view the fee structure of all the NEXT IAS courses at https://www.nextias.com

Ans. You can see the procedure for registration and payment from the link https://nextias.com/admission/admission-procedure

Ans. Yes, NEXT IAS has a provision for installments. Please call us at 8081300200 for details regarding installments of your respective course.

Ans. Yes, NEXT IAS values old students and offers discounts to Ex Made Easy or NEXT IAS students (Conditions Applied). For knowing your discount for the respective course that you want to enroll in, please call us at 8081300200 or mail at info@nextias.com

Ans. Yes, we do have a refund policy. The refund can be initiated within the first 5 days of admission. The admission fee out of the paid amount is deducted and the remaining is returned to the student within 15- 20 days. (Conditions Applied). For more information on the same, please connect with us at info@nextias.com

Ans. You will receive your login credentials within 24 working hours after the payment of the Course Fee.

Ans. You can try again by clearing your cache and/or changing your browser. If the problem persists, then please connect with the NEXT IAS team at onlinesupport@nextias.com. or 8081300200. Your query will be resolved within 24 hours of raising the query.

Ans. After Logging in, you will get the option to change your password Also, you can follow the forget password procedure.

Ans. For Live-online classes, one live view and two recorded views will be available.

Ans. No, there will be no access to courses beyond the access date. The online access facility is available only during the course period.

Ans. For the best learning experience, we recommend a system closer to the recommended specifications. Here are the current specifications: Operating System: OS: Windows 10 (32 -bit / 64-bit) Release 2016 (version 1607 or above) OS: Window 8.1 (32- bit / 64-bit) Release 2014 (kb2919355 or above) CPU Requirement: Processor – Intel i3 3rd Generation (3220) (AMD not supported) CPU Clock Speed – 2.0 GHz CPU Architecture – x86 – based / x64 –based Type of Processor – QuadCore or Standard Memory (RAM) – 8 GB

Ans. A lecture usually takes around 6-7 hours from the end of the lecture for uploading on the NEXT IAS live/online portal.

Ans. The Live/Online Course can be accessed through only one device. However if a device needs to be switched by the student due to some reason it can be done through a request over email at onlinesupport@nextias.com Any issue, if faced by the student, shall be resolved within 24 hours.

Ans. Yes, NEXT IAS provides a Live chat window during the live classes in which real-time queries are resolved.

Ans. NEXT IAS Postal Department delivers the study material after 15 days from the admission date. A mail is sent to the student to confirm their current address so that the book reaches you safely.

Ans. Yes, NEXT IAS provides every student of GS Pre Cum Mains Foundation batch (both online and offline) with a dedicated Academic Coach to ensure personalized guidance throughout their UPSC preparation.

Ans. For any class schedule, you may visit https://www.nextias.com/schedule-classroom The above page provides the Class schedule according to your batch.

Ans. Yes, we do provide regular updates to our students through Whatsapp/Telegram. Students are informed through these applications if there is any modification in the schedule.

Ans. For any other online course-related queries, you can mail us at onlinesupport@nextias.com or contact us at 8081300200.

Ans. Yes, a student may change their mode of course from Classroom mode to online by paying a nominal mode transfer fee. Online students will have to pay the difference amount, in addition to the Mode Transfer Fee before their course mode can be changed. Also, the student cannot change their Course Mode after 60 Days of admission. For more details, please visit the institute or call 8081300200.

Ans. Selected candidates of NEXT IAS get the Super Achievers card. Its benefits are:

• 100% fee waiver in classroom/Test series/Interview courses at NEXT IAS for card holders.
• 50% fee waiver in classroom/Test series/Interview courses at NEXT IAS for spouse/siblings of the card holder.
• Free subscription for three years of NEXT IAS Current affairs E- magazine.
• The card is valid for a period of 3 years.

Ans. NEXT IAS does not have a hostel facility; however, there are plenty of PGs and hostels available within close proximity to the institute.

Ans. Yes, NEXT IAS provides every student of GS Pre Cum Mains Foundation batch with a dedicated Academic Coach to ensure personalized guidance throughout their UPSC preparation.

Ans. The Social media handles of NEXT IAS are:
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
YouTube

Ans. Selected candidates of NEXT IAS get the Super Achievers card. Its benefits are:

• 100% fee waiver in classroom/Test series/Interview courses at NEXT IAS for card holders.
• 50% fee waiver in classroom/Test series/Interview courses at NEXT IAS for spouse/siblings of the card holder.
• The card is valid for a period of 3 years.