{"id":3096,"date":"2025-05-24T11:50:48","date_gmt":"2025-05-24T06:20:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=3096"},"modified":"2025-10-18T13:29:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T07:59:18","slug":"documents-required-for-upsc-prelims-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/documents-required-for-upsc-prelims-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"Documents Required for UPSC Prelims Exam 2025 List"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/documents-required-for-upsc-prelims-exam\/#Documents_Required_for_the_UPSC_Prelims_Exam\">Documents Required for the UPSC Prelims Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/documents-required-for-upsc-prelims-exam\/#Which_Documents_Are_Required_for_the_UPSC_Prelims_Exam_2025\">Which Documents Are Required for the UPSC Prelims Exam 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/documents-required-for-upsc-prelims-exam\/#UPSC_Prelims_Exam_Identity_Proof_Requirements_2025\">UPSC Prelims Exam Identity Proof Requirements 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/documents-required-for-upsc-prelims-exam\/#List_of_Documents_Required_for_UPSC_Exam_2025\">List of Documents Required for UPSC Exam 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/documents-required-for-upsc-prelims-exam\/#Documents_Needed_for_UPSC_IAS_Prelims\">Documents Needed for UPSC IAS Prelims<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/documents-required-for-upsc-prelims-exam\/#Final_Tips_for_UPSC_Aspirants\">Final Tips for UPSC Aspirants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/documents-required-for-upsc-prelims-exam\/#Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h1><b>Complete List of Documents Required for UPSC Prelims Exam 2025<\/b><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the most prestigious and competitive exams in India. The first step in this journey is the <\/span><b>Preliminary Examination<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and while academic preparation is crucial, ensuring you have all the <\/span><b>Documents Required for UPSC (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><b>Union Public Service Commission<\/b><\/a><b>) Prelims Exam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is equally important. Missing any required document can result in disqualification or being denied entry into the examination hall.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article provides a <\/span><b>complete list of necessary documents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, explains the <\/span><b>valid ID proof requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and includes a handy <\/span><b>checklist<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you stay prepared for UPSC Prelims 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_the_UPSC_Prelims_Exam\"><\/span><b>Documents Required for the UPSC Prelims Exam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s the official list of documents candidates must carry to the exam centre for the UPSC Prelims 2025:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Document Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Description<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Admit Card<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Downloadable from<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">upsc.gov.in<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">; mandatory for entry.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Valid Photo ID Proof<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN Card, Passport, or Driving License (original copy).<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Passport-Size Photographs<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carry at least 2 recent photos (same as uploaded in the form).<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The photo ID proof must be the same one used while filling out the UPSC online application form.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-timings-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>UPSC Prelims Timings 2025<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Documents_Are_Required_for_the_UPSC_Prelims_Exam_2025\"><\/span><b>Which Documents Are Required for the UPSC Prelims Exam 2025?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As per the official UPSC guidelines, the following are considered mandatory:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>UPSC Admit Card<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: It contains your roll number, exam venue, date, and time. You must bring a printed copy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Photo Identity Proof<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Must be government-issued and valid. Original ID must be presented at the exam venue.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Passport-Size Photographs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: These are required only if your photo on the admit card is unclear or missing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These <\/span><b>documents required for UPSC Prelims exam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> help in verifying the candidate&#8217;s identity and maintaining transparency during the examination process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_Prelims_Exam_Identity_Proof_Requirements_2025\"><\/span><b>UPSC Prelims Exam Identity Proof Requirements 2025<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As per the latest UPSC guidelines, the ID proof must match the one uploaded during registration. Candidates must carry the original copy of one of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valid Photo ID Proof Options<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aadhaar Card<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Voter ID Card<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PAN Card<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Passport<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Driving Licence<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any other State\/Central Govt ID<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This <\/span><b>Valid ID Proofs List<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helps avoid confusion on exam day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-admit-card-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2025<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>Documents Required for UPSC Exam 2025 Valid ID Proofs List<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a detailed table of acceptable government-issued IDs for the UPSC Prelims:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valid ID Proof<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Issuing Authority<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aadhaar Card<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UIDAI<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Voter ID<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Election Commission of India<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PAN Card<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Income Tax Department<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passport<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ministry of External Affairs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Driving License<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RTO \/ State Transport Department<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All IDs must be valid and unexpired.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"List_of_Documents_Required_for_UPSC_Exam_2025\"><\/span><b>List of Documents Required for UPSC Exam 2025<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a handy checklist of everything you\u2019ll need for the UPSC Prelims:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Printed Admit Card<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Original Valid ID Proof (same as in application)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two Recent Passport-Size Photos\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photocopy of ID (optional but helpful)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black Ballpoint Pen<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transparent Water Bottle<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Face Mask &amp; Sanitizer (if required by guidelines)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep everything in a folder and carry it in a transparent bag to meet exam centre security norms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-exam-centre-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>UPSC Prelims Exam Centers 2025<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5579 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"400-X-180cdr-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/upsc-qep-2026-batch-5-english\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/400-X-180cdr-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5579 msDefaultImage\" title=\"400 X 180cdr\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; 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Ensure the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You upload the scanned photograph and signature in correct format<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You select and upload a valid Photo ID card during application<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You carry the same original Photo ID to the exam hall<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-dress-code\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC Prelims Dress Code<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Tips_for_UPSC_Aspirants\"><\/span><b>Final Tips for UPSC Aspirants<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check below the final tips for the UPSC Prelims 2025 exam day:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check your exam centre address in advance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and plan your travel accordingly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep all documents in a folder a day before the exam.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Double-check your <\/span><b>admit card details<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for accuracy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arrive at the centre <\/span><b>well before the reporting time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to avoid last-minute stress.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Also Read:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-exam-day-instructions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UPSC Prelims Exam Day Instructions<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being well-prepared for the <\/span><b>UPSC Prelims Exam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> means more than just studying. It includes having all your documents in place. The <\/span><b>Documents Required for UPSC Prelims Exam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> serve as a gateway to your exam centre and, eventually, to your dream of joining the Indian Civil Services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to keep this guide bookmarked and refer to the checklist a day before your exam. Wishing you all the best for UPSC Prelims 2025!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Are you preparing for UPSC 2025?<\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/prelims\/prelims-samadhaan-mentorship-2025?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=home_page&amp;utm_campaign=course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><i> Join IAShub&#8217;s UPSC coaching batches<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i> to boost your preparation. Enroll now!<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Documents Required for UPSC Prelims Exam FAQs<\/b><\/p>\n<style>#sp-ea-3097 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-3097{ position: relative; }#sp-ea-3097 .ea-card{ opacity: 0;}#eap-preloader-3097{ position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 100%;width: 100%; text-align: center;display: flex; align-items: center;justify-content: center;}#sp-ea-3097.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-3097.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-3097.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-3097.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-3097.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1747222034\"><div id=\"sp-ea-3097\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"1\" data-scroll-active-item=\"1\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div id=\"eap-preloader-3097\" class=\"accordion-preloader\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/plugins\/easy-accordion-free\/public\/assets\/ea_loader.svg\" alt=\"Loader image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-30970\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse30970\" aria-controls=\"collapse30970\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> Can I carry a digital copy of the admit card?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse30970\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3097\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-30970\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No. Only a printed hard copy is accepted at the exam centre.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-30971\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse30971\" aria-controls=\"collapse30971\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What happens if I forget my ID proof?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse30971\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3097\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-30971\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You won\u2019t be allowed to appear for the exam. Always double-check your documents before leaving home.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-30972\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse30972\" aria-controls=\"collapse30972\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is a soft copy of documents acceptable?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse30972\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3097\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-30972\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No. Only original, physical documents are accepted.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-30973\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse30973\" aria-controls=\"collapse30973\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Can I use a different ID than the one I submitted in the application?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse30973\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3097\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-30973\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">No. You must carry the same ID proof you used while applying for the exam.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-30974\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse30974\" aria-controls=\"collapse30974\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What do I need to bring to the UPSC Exam?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse30974\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3097\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-30974\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bring your UPSC admit card, photo ID proof, recent photograph, and black ballpoint pen. Electronic devices and bags are not allowed.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-30975\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse30975\" aria-controls=\"collapse30975\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How many documents are required for UPSC document verification?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse30975\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3097\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-30975\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You need to bring Class 10th and 12th certificates, degree certificate, mark sheets, caste\/disability certificate (if applicable), photo ID, and passport-sized photographs. 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