Clarity of expression, Grasp of narrative and argument, Reasoning Ability, Appreciation of different points of view, Awareness and Concern for Socio-economic problems, Range and depth of interests and personal attributes relevant to interaction with people etc are the desired qualities for UPSC CSE personality test. 

The Interview Guidance board headed by a Chairman, Subject Matter and Psychological Experts. They judge  the Candidate on the basis of their mental alertness, critical powers of assimilation, clear and logical exposition, balance of judgement, variety and depth of interests, ability for social cohesion, leadership and intellectual and moral integrity. 

MALUKA IAS Interview Panel under the guidance of Lachman Singh Maluka, consist of a psychological Expert, Communication Skill Development Expert, Personality Development Expert and Subject Experts.