CSAT 2025 Question Paper: Download GS Paper 2 PDF With Solutions!

The official CSAT 2025 Question Paper PDF with answer key (unofficial) is now available to download on Testbook. The CSAT 2025 was conducted on 25 May, 2025 from 2:30 to 4:30 PM as the second paper of UPSC Civil Services Prelims Examination. The UPSC CSAT 2025 Question Paper (General Studies Paper II) holds significant value for aspirants who aim to qualify for the Civil Services Mains Examination. Although CSAT is a qualifying paper, requiring a minimum of 33% (66 out of 200 marks), its increasing complexity—especially in comprehension, logical reasoning, and quantitative aptitude—demands thorough preparation. 

• Analyzing the CSAT 2025 Question Paper is crucial for candidates to understand the evolving pattern, difficulty level, and question distribution, thereby, helping them to identify crucial areas for improvement.
• Furthermore, practicing with the actual question paper helps in developing an effective time management strategy for attempting the paper.
• For future aspirants, reviewing the CSAT 2025 paper is instrumental because it aligns their exam taking strategy with the current examination standards.
• The official CSAT 2025 Question Paper along with answer keys and detailed solutions, is now available for download on this page.

In this article, download the official CSAT 2025 Question Paper with unofficial answer keys, get section-wise analysis and steps to download the official question paper from the official website. 

Download CSAT 2025 Question Paper PDF [SET A]

Download CSAT 2025 Answer Key PDF [SET A]

Download UPSC Prelims 2025 Question Paper PDF Set Wise.

CSAT 2025 Question Paper PDF Set Wise

The UPSC CSAT 2025 Question Paper PDF is officially released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) a few days after the Civil Services Preliminary Examination, which was held on May 25, 2025. The replica of the official question paper is retrieved and provided for download below in this article. The CSAT Paper, known as General Studies Paper-II, comprises 80 multiple-choice questions for a total of 200 marks. Each correct answer fetches 2.5 marks, while each incorrect response leads to a deduction of 0.83 marks (one-third negative marking). The exam duration is 2 hours, and it's conducted in English and Hindi. Candidates must secure at least 33% (66 marks) to qualify. The CSAT 2025 Question Paper PDF will be available in both English and Hindi on the official UPSC website shortly. All aspirants who had appeared for the CSAT must download the question paper PDF retrieved from aspirants by Testbook to analyze their performance, understand the exam pattern, and prepare effectively for future attempts. Get your copy of the CSAT 2025 Question Paper PDF below – 

UPSC CSAT (GS Paper II) Section Wise Analysis

The UPSC CSAT 2025 was conducted on 25th May, 2025 from 2:30 to 4:30 PM. It is the qualifying paper of the Civil Services Prelims, based on which it is decided whether the candidates’ answer sheets of GS paper 1 will be evaluated or not. As per expert insights and student reactions, the CSAT 2025 will be of moderate difficulty level. The section wise number of questions and CSAT Analysis is provided below – 

Also go through CSAT Subject Wise Question Weightage.

CSAT 2025 Question Paper With Answer Key [Set Wise]

The CSAT 2025 Answer Key (unofficial) has been released by Testbook. Candidates can download the set-wise unofficial Answer Key for each question asked in the CSAT 2025 Question Paper along with detailed solutions provided in the direct link provided below. This is imperative for all aspirants to self-evaluate their performance in the UPSC Prelims 2025 and predict their chances of qualifying the CSAT. The unofficial CSAT Answer Key 2025 is provided below - 

Download CSAT 2025 Answer Key (Unofficial) [SET A]

Estimate your Prelims Score using the UPSC Marks Calculator & Negative Marking Calculator.

Watch CSAT 2025 Question Paper Analysis & Expert Review

How to Download CSAT Question Paper 2025?

The UPSC CSAT 2025 Question Paper is now available on the Testbook platform. You can download it from the direct link provided above. The official CSAT Question Paper 2025 will also be uploaded on the official UPSC website @upsc.gov.in soon. Follow the steps given below to download the official CSAT Question Paper 2025 from the UPSC website – 

1. Visit the Official UPSC Website: Visit the official website @upsc.gov.in.
2. Go to the 'Examinations' Section: On the homepage, click on the “Examinations” tab.
3. Select 'Previous Question Papers': From the dropdown menu, choose “Previous Question Papers.”
4. Locate the CSAT 2025 Paper: In the list of examinations, find and click on “Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination.”
5. Download the Paper: Look for “General Studies Paper-II (CSAT) – 2025” and click on the corresponding link to download the PDF file.

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CSAT 2025 Exam Pattern

The UPSC Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) 2025, also known as General Studies Paper II, is a qualifying component of the Preliminary Examination. Introduced in 2011, the CSAT evaluates candidates' aptitude, analytical skills, and comprehension abilities. To qualify, candidates must secure at least 33% (66 out of 200 marks). Despite its qualifying nature, the CSAT's increasing complexity necessitates thorough preparation. Aspirants must check the detailed CSAT Exam Pattern below – 

Also download year-wise UPSC Answer Key for last-minute revision using previous question papers – 

• UPSC Prelims 2024 Answer Key

• UPSC Prelims 2023 Answer Key

• UPSC Prelims 2022 Answer Key

• UPSC Prelims 2021 Answer Key

We hope you found this UPSC CSAT 2025 Question Paper useful in your exam preparation! Download the Testbook App now to get last-minute preparation tips and best-in-class study materials, test series and expert coaching for IAS Preparation!