Clearing the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 is not just about cracking Prelims and Mains. The final and most crucial stage, IAS 2025 Interview also known as the Personality Test, decides your rank, your service, and your future.
After the written exam, 275 marks of the interview can change everything — many toppers have seen their rank rise by more than 80 positions only because of high interview scores, while many have lost their IAS/IPS dream due to a low score at this last stage.
This is where the APTI PLUS UPSC CSE Interview Guidance Programme 2025 comes in — a structured, expert-led, feedback-based preparation system designed exclusively for aspirants who have cleared Mains and are now preparing for the Personality Test.
What is the UPSC Personality Test?
The UPSC CSE 2025 Interview is not a test of knowledge, but a test of personality, mental alertness, judgment, moral integrity, and leadership qualities.
| Component | Details |
| Stage | Final stage of UPSC CSE |
| Marks | 275 (added to Mains marks for final rank) |
| Board | UPSC-appointed panel (~5 members) |
| Duration | 25–35 minutes |
| Nature | Conversational, situation-based, opinion-based |
| Weightage | Can decide service allocation (IAS, IPS, IFS, etc.) |
UPSC CSE 2025 Interview is scheduled to begin in the second week of December.
Why UPSC Interview Preparation is Very Different
Many aspirants think:
“I cracked Mains, so interview will be easy.”
But the reality is different. The UPSC CSE interview board is made up of retired diplomats, senior civil servants, academicians, and experts who evaluate how you will perform as an administrator in real life.
You are judged on:
- Clarity of thought
- Balanced opinions
- Confidence and composure
- Emotional intelligence
- Ethical reasoning
- Knowledge about your DAF (home state, degree, hobbies, etc.)
- Communication and body language
This is why IAS mock interviews, DAF analysis and expert mentorship are essential.
Why Choose APTIPLUS’s Interview Guidance Programme for UPSC?
Building credibility matters — especially for aspirants seeking the best guidance for the final stage of the UPSC CSE 2025.
APTI PLUS recorded 77+ selections in UPSC CSE 2024 including top All India Ranks (AIR) 13, 16, 24, 36 and 48. The strength of this best IAS coaching in Kolkata and Bhubaneswar lies not just in numbers but in high-rank achievers and regular mentorship. 12 candidates from APTIPLUS CSE Interview Guidance Programme (2024, 2023, 2022) scored 200+ in UPSC CSE Interview.
In the pursuit of India’s toughest exam, choosing the right guide matters. APTI PLUS has emerged as the best UPSC coaching institute in Kolkata and Bhubaneswar, combining expertise, mentorship and an unparalleled record of success to turn aspirations into achievements.
The UPSC Personality Test is not about giving the right answers — it is about giving balanced, ethical, well-reasoned answers with confidence. That is exactly what the APTI PLUS IAS 2025 Interview guidance programme trains you for.
The IGP 2025 is not just a series of IAS mock interviews — it is a complete finishing school for your personality.
Registration link for the Interview Guidance Programme for UPSC.
Features of APTI PLUS UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Guidance Programme:
DAF Analysis and DAF-based personalised interview mentoring
The DAF is the basis of 70% of interview questions, so deep analysis is the first step.
You will be guided on:
- How to decode DAF Questionnaire
- Expected questions from home state, education, work profile, hobbies, etc.
- How to answer personal questions confidently
- How to avoid contradictions in statements
- How to prepare issue-based answers from your optional and background
UPSC CSE 2025 Mock Interviews
The IAS 2025 mock interviews are conducted in a panel-like setup, almost identical to the UPSC board:
- Multi-member expert panel (ex-bureaucrats, senior faculty, defence officers, etc.)
- 25–35 min video-recorded session
- Structured questioning on personal + national + international topics
- Same level of decorum, discipline, and professionalism as UPSC office
The APTIPLUS IAS 2025 mock interviews will begin from 20th November and the offline location would be Delhi, Kolkata and Bhubaneswar.
After the UPSC CSE mock interview:
- Video recording given to student
- Panelist-wise score breakdown
- Feedback on posture, tone, body language, facial expressions
- Suggestions for improving clarity and confidence
Many selected students say IAS mock interviews at APTI PLUS felt “exactly like UPSC day”.
One-to-one mock interview with senior panel members
This is not just UPSC CSE interview practice — it is a personality refinement programme.
You will get:
- Individual feedback session
- Behavioural and communication correction
- Confidence-building exercises
- Ethics and situational judgement practice
- Guidance on voice modulation, speaking pace, and articulation
Focus is not on making you someone else, but on projecting the best version of YOU.
For deeper insights on how to present yourself effectively in the UPSC Interview room, read this detailed guide by APTI PLUS.
Exclusive Study Resources
All registered candidates will get access to curated IAS 2025 interview material through IASGYAN.
Includes:
- Sample DAF-based questions
- Expected subject-wise questions from Geography, History, Economy, IR, Polity, Science & Tech, Security, Environment.
- State-specific interview material.
- Service preference guidance (IAS vs IPS vs IFS etc.)
How APTI PLUS IAS 2025 Interview Program is Different from Other Coaching Institutes 7986403811
| Feature | APTI PLUS | Others |
| DAF Questionnaire and analysis | Yes | No |
| Real bureaucrat panels | Yes | Partial |
| Video-recorded mock + feedback | Yes | Not always detailed |
| One-to-one mentorship | Yes | Limited |
| Offline + Online option | Yes | Mostly offline |
| Free structured interview notes | Yes | Paid |
| State-specific and hobby-based material | Yes | No |
Testimonials
For an exhaustive list of the most important UPSC interview questions for 2025, you can also refer to this APTI PLUS blog.
Call to Action
If you are hopeful of clearing UPSC CSE Mains 2025 and are heading towards the Personality Test for CSE 2025 — this is your moment:
- Visit and registerat: APTI PLUS Interview Programme
- Download and fill your DAF at: UPSC Online DAF Portal
- Access free interview resourcesto begin prep: IAS Gyan Interview Material
Secure your slot early — the interviews for the Personality Test are just around the corner and seats for dedicated mentor-led programmes fill quickly.
FAQs
Q. What is the ideal time to join the UPSC CSE Interview Guidance Programme 2025?
Ideally as soon as your UPSC CSE 2025 Mains result is out, or once you’re sure you will face the Personality Test.
Q. Is the IAS 2025 Interview Guidance programme only for offline students or online too?
APTI PLUS offers both Offline IAS 2025 Interview Guidance Programme in Kolkata, Bhubaneswar and Delhi and online modes.
Q. Will the UPSC CSE 2025 Mock Interview panel have real-life ex-bureaucrats?
Yes, the APTI PLUS UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Guidance Programme includes sessions by former IAS/IPS/IFS officers and invites behaviour & communication experts.
Q. How much emphasis does the APTI PLUS UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Guidance Programme place on the DAF?
Very high. The UPSC CSE 2025 Interview DAF is used as the base document for customised questions and mock sessions.
Q. I had a weak area in past IAS interview. Will this help?
Absolutely. One-to-one mentoring covers communication style, body language, confidence building, region/hometown questions etc — all personalised.
Q. Are UPSC CSE Interview study-materials included?
Yes. Besides mock sessions, you get access to curated interview-question banks, state-specific interview materials and more via IAS Gyan Interview Material.
