UPSC Service Allocation 2023-2024
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is responsible for conducting various civil services examinations in India, including the prestigious Civil Services Examination (CSE). One of the critical aspects of the CSE is the cadre allocation for the selected candidates, particularly for services like the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Forest Service (IFS).
UPSC Service Allocation 2024 – Cadre System Overview
- Cadres: India is divided into various cadres, each comprising one or more states or Union Territories. For example, the Bihar cadre includes the state of Bihar, while the Assam-Meghalaya cadre covers both Assam and Meghalaya.
- Home State Preference: Candidates can indicate their preference for their home state or any other state cadre.