Is there any reservation for candidates from the Northeastern states in the UPSC exam?

Yes, candidates from the Northeastern states of India, which include Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura, are eligible for reservation benefits in the UPSC exam. There is a separate regional quota for the Northeastern states to promote representation from these regions in the civil services. Candidates belonging to these states can avail of the reservation benefits if they fulfill the eligibility criteria specified by the UPSC.