State services exams differ from the UPSC Civil Services exam in several ways. Primarily, state exams are conducted by respective state public service commissions and focus on state-specific administrative issues, laws, and policies. While the UPSC exams encompass national-level governance and administration, state exams deal with local governance challenges. The syllabus, eligibility criteria, and examination patterns can also vary, with state services often having fewer competitive candidates compared to UPSC. Additionally, the scope of posts available is often narrower in state exams, focusing on state-level roles.