The Union Public Service Commission conducts the Civil Services Examination for the recruitment of Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers along with other civil services like Indian Police Service (IPS) and Indian Foreign Service (IFS). This examination comprises three stages: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview stages. Each of these stages evaluates a candidate’s knowledge, skills, and suitability for a career in civil services. The examination process is rigorous, aiming to select candidates capable of fulfilling roles in governance and public administration.