To qualify for the Indian Police Service (IPS) exam conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), candidates need to meet certain eligibility criteria. Here are the key qualifications required:
- Nationality:
- Candidates must be citizens of India, or
- Citizens of Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
- Persons of Indian origin who have migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
- Age Limit:
- The candidate must be at least 21 years old and must not have attained the age of 32 years on August 1 of the year of examination. There are relaxations in the upper age limit for certain categories as per government rules.
- Educational Qualification:
- A candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree from any recognized university or possess an equivalent qualification.
- Physical Fitness:
- Candidates must meet the physical standards set by the UPSC. These standards include height, chest circumference, and other physical attributes.
- Attempts Limit:
- The number of attempts allowed varies depending on the category of the candidate. Generally, the number of attempts is limited to six for General category candidates, nine for OBC candidates, and there are no restrictions for SC/ST candidates.
Candidates should carefully review the official notification issued by the UPSC for the specific year of examination, as eligibility criteria may be subject to change. It’s important to ensure that all eligibility requirements are met before applying for the IPS exam.