What is UPSC cadre allocation policy ?

 The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is responsible for conducting the Civil Services Examination in India. The UPSC Cadre Allocation Policy refers to the guidelines and procedures followed by the commission for allocating successful candidates to various cadres or services.

The cadre allocation process is carried out after the candidates clear the Civil Services Examination, which comprises three stages: the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination, and the Interview. The allocation of cadres is based on the ranking and preferences of the candidates, as well as the vacancies available in each cadre.

Here are the key points of the UPSC Cadre Allocation Policy:

All India Services (IAS, IPS, and IFoS): Candidates who are selected for the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), or Indian Forest Service (IFoS) are allocated to cadres at the discretion of the central government. They may be allocated to any state or a group of states, depending on the requirements and vacancies.

Group A and Group B Services: Candidates who are not selected for the All India Services are allocated to various Group A and Group B services, such as Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Revenue Service (IRS), Indian Audit and Accounts Service (IAAS), etc.

Preferences: Candidates are required to provide their preferences for the cadres and services in the order of their preference. They can choose from a list of available cadres and services.

Merit-cum-Preference: The allocation of cadres is primarily based on the merit of the candidates, which is determined by their performance in the examination. However, preferences provided by the candidates are also taken into consideration to the extent possible while allocating cadres.

Vacancy and Reservation: The allocation of cadres is subject to the vacancies available in each cadre and the reservation policy of the government. The allocation aims to ensure a fair distribution of candidates across different cadres and maintain representation from various categories.

Final Decision: The final decision regarding cadre allocation rests with the central government. The UPSC recommends the allocation of candidates based on their merit and preferences, but the government has the authority to make changes if necessary.

It`s important to note that the specific details and guidelines of the UPSC Cadre Allocation Policy may change from time to time as per the discretion of the commission and the government. Candidates are advised to refer to the official UPSC notifications and guidelines for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding cadre allocation.