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UPSC Personality Test (IAS Interview) Details: The Union Public Service Commission will announce the UPSC IAS Mains Results 2022. Candidates who have appeared for the exam earlier are advised to keep an eye on the official website, upsc.gov.in. So far, the commission has not specified the date for announcing the result. However, he informed that the result of this review is likely to be announced soon. It may also be noted that the Commission will start conducting personality tests/interviews of the candidates who meet the requirements of CSM-2022 from the beginning of next year. Media reports suggest that the UPSC Mains Results will be released in the first week of December 2022.

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The commission has released the UPSC IAS personality round notification. Candidates are advised to fill DAF II and submit it on the official website. The message also states the full list of documents that are permissible to bring to the interview. Get more information related to UPSC Civil Services Upcoming Interview Round on this page.

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What is DAF?

DAF stands for Detailed Application Form and is a required prerequisite for UPSC Mains Exam. Candidates appearing for the UPSC IAS interview must ensure that this form is filled with correct details and within the stipulated time. Those who do not submit them within the deadline will be disqualified from the selection process.

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This DAF will consist of information related to personal, academic and professional details. It also consists of the post preferences that the candidate wishes to opt for in case of getting selected in the civil service exam.

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UPSC IAS Interview Relevant Papers

Candidates appearing for the UPSC IAS Interview must ensure that they carry the originals and the xerox copy of the following set of documents.

• Original high school diploma
• Higher Secondary Certificate
• Original Graduation Diploma or equivalent examination along with mark sheet in original issued by the University
• Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/Other Backward Classes Certificate
• Physical Disability Certificate (PwBD) in the prescribed format issued by the Competent Authority
• COMMITMENT “B”/SELF-DECLARATION by the applicant for persons with a reference disability (hearing impaired only)
• Certificate of ex-serviceman
• Two passport size photographs (4cm X 5cm approx) along with four additional copies of the same photograph
• Photo Identity Card as mentioned in Detailed Application Form-I (DAF-I)
• OBC/EWS Application also along with DAF-II.

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UPSC IAS Interview/Personality Test

• The Board conducts an interview/personality test to assess the candidate’s personal suitability for a career in public service.
• Some of the main qualities to be appreciated are mental alertness, clear and logical presentation, balance of judgement, critical assimilative abilities, variety and depth of interest, capacity for social cohesion and leadership, and intellectual and moral integrity.
• The interview/personality test will be conducted for a total of 275 marks.

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How to prepare for UPSC Personality Test?

The UPSC personality test is conducted for the candidates who qualify the mains exam. This round is the most important as the final merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained in the UPSC interview and mains exam. Candidates can resort to the preparation tips mentioned below to qualify in one attempt.

• Always prepare questions on the details available in the DAF (detailed application form) sent on the official website earlier. It can be seen that most of the questions are asked from these details alone. Develop comprehensive knowledge of your home state, academic background, and more.
• Another thing to keep in mind is to be confident in your approach while writing the UPSC personality test. The reason is that the committee asks questions to check the candidate’s overall ability to take pressure.
• It is advisable to be very optimistic while answering questions in front of the panel. One should demonstrate positivity in such a way that one can perform one’s duties well while working in any of the services.
• Refrain from broadcasting any political commentary and remain neutral, even if the group tries to ask questions on that topic.
• It is recommended to join any mock interview course to practice better before the exam. This helps to perform better in the interview and to develop self-confidence.

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