Introduction based UPSC Interview Questions and Answers

1. Tell us about yourself

2. Tell us about your hometown

3. Tell us about your family

4. Tell us the meaning of your family name

5. What are your weaknesses and strengths?

6. What are your career goals?

7. What inspires you to pursue a career in the civil services?

8. What did you do to address your mistakes during your Civil Service Exam preparation?

9. Why did you specifically choose a career in civil services, rather than a career in politics or engineering?

10. Tell us a little about your university experience. Why did you choose the university you chose?

11. Which subjects did you study in school or university, and how do they relate to the civil services?

12. How would you describe your academic skills, and are there any subjects that were your favourite?

13. What were your primary responsibilities in your previous job, and what did you learn from your previous job that you feel prepares you for a career in the civil services?

14. Did you receive any specialised training in any of your past positions?

15. You have opted for arts subjects in UPSC when you are an engineer. Why did you choose that subject?

16. How can I select my subjects in UPSC if I am from an engineering background?

17. How to choose the optional subject for UPSC Civil Services Exam?