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What is the exam pattern for UPSC CSAT 2025?
The CSAT 2025 is Paper II of the UPSC Prelims. It comprises 80 multiple-choice questions for a total of 200 marks. Each correct answer will fetch 2.5 marks, while each incorrect response deducts 0.83 marks (one-third negative marking). The exam duration is 2 hours, and it's conducted in English and Hindi.
What is the minimum qualifying mark for the CSAT paper?
Candidates must secure at least 33% in the CSAT paper, that is, 66 marks out of 200, to qualify this paper. This criterion is uniform across all categories. Candidates who fail to meet this benchmark will not have their GS Paper 1 evaluated.
Is the CSAT paper considered difficult to pass?
Though qualifying in nature, the CSAT's difficulty has increased over the years, especially in quantitative aptitude and reasoning sections. Candidates from non-technical backgrounds may find it challenging as compared to GS Paper 1.
What was the difficulty level of the CSAT 2025 Question Paper?
The CSAT 2025 difficulty level was considered to be of moderate to high difficulty level. The CSAT 2025 Question Paper received a mied reaction with some students finding the paper to be lengthy and complex.
When was the CSAT 2025 conducted?
The UPSC CSAT or General Studies Paper 2 was conducted on 25th May, 2025 from 2:30 to 4:30 PM across various exam centres throughout the country.
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