Question 1

Is the IES/ISS mock test on TestCrux really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every IES/ISS mock test on TestCrux is 100% free — no paywall, no trial expiry, and no credit-card required. Sign up with your phone number or email to save attempts, view topic-wise analytics, and track your percentile across cycles.

Question 2

How many questions are there in IES/ISS?

Accepted Answer

UPSC IES/ISS (Indian Economic / Statistical Service) has 400 questions carrying 1000 total marks, to be attempted in 18 hours. The TestCrux mock test mirrors the exact question count, section split and marking scheme used in the official exam.

Question 3

How should I prepare for IES/ISS with TestCrux?

Accepted Answer

Start with one full-length IES/ISS mock test on TestCrux to get a baseline score and percentile. Review the topic-wise heatmap to find your weakest chapters, then take 10-15 sectional tests focused on those topics. Finish with 3-4 more full-length mocks in the two weeks before the exam to build stamina. Every attempt gives you time-per-question analytics so you can fix pacing issues before the real exam.

Question 4

Who conducts IES/ISS?

Accepted Answer

UPSC IES/ISS (Indian Economic / Statistical Service) is conducted by Union Public Service Commission. The official notification, answer keys and result are published on https://upsc.gov.in. TestCrux builds its mock tests against the latest official pattern from Union Public Service Commission so your practice always matches what you'll see on exam day.

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