Checklist for UPSC Prelims 2025 (few personal stuff too)✅ 1. Admit Card 2. ID – it should be that one which you mentioned on your admit card – Must keep the original 3. Must keep 2 passport size photo (even if your photo is fine with date and name as per instructions - You never know the mindset of examiner - no use of argumentation) 4. Simple Wrist Watch (not digital) 5. 2 Black Ball point pen (if you will ask at the stationary shop they can provide you with a pen espc used to fill bubbles. It has thick nib) 6. Transparent water bottle 7. Lunch/Chocholates etc. if you have habit of munching (PRECAUTION – IF EATING OUTSIDE– MAKE SURE – IT IS HYGIENIC) 8. Electrol(ors) – if any situation requires (it is hot outside) 9. You may keep  Coffee pouches (simply mix in water - and drink - it will be not tasty - but works) – if you mind stop working during exam, it can awaken your mind 10. If your examination centre is in another city – reach there a day before. 11. Handkerchief 12. Sanitary pads (for girls evn if you r not on periods it might come handy to some other girl) 13. Minimal cash + positive attitude +common sense .. 14.keep your last minute CSAT formula sheet/flash notes with you.. 15. You can carry print out of instructions page also - in case someone creates some issues, show them the instructions from UPSC. (Like if they do not allow you simple watch or water bottle, show them it is written in instructions and your watch/ bottle is matching the description given by official UPSC instructions). Make sure you reach your examination centre well before time.. Gates close 30 mins before the time. Best wishes dear aspirants 💯🤝.