In a step toward making competitive examinations more accessible, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced that all Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) will now be assured their preferred examination centre. The decision aims to remove logistical hurdles often faced by PwBD candidates and ensure a more inclusive and convenient examination experience.

UPSC Chairman Dr. Ajay Kumar said the move follows an analysis of centre allocation trends from the past five years. Certain high-demand centres – such as Delhi, Cuttack, Patna and Lucknow – tend to fill up rapidly, often forcing PwBD candidates to choose alternative locations that may be difficult to access. “I am pleased that, with this decision, every PwBD candidate will now be assured of their preferred centre, ensu

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