The UPSC conducts the Civil Services Examination (CSE) for civil services selection in India. This highly prestigious exam aims to recruit candidates for various administrative positions in the central and state governments. The CSE is known for its rigorous selection process, which includes a preliminary examination, a mains examination, and a personality test. Successful candidates are appointed to prestigious roles, such as the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Foreign Service (IFS). The exam plays a crucial role in establishing a competent bureaucracy in India.