🏛️ UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026
📢 Apply Online for 933 IAS, IPS, IFS & Other Group A/B Posts
Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) | 📍 All India
📅 Exam Date: 24th May 2026 | 🎓 Qualification: Any Degree
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification (Examination Notice No. 05/2026-CSE) for the Civil Services Examination 2026. This prestigious examination is conducted to recruit eligible candidates for the posts of Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and various other Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ central services.
A total of 933 vacancies are to be filled through this recruitment drive. Interested candidates holding a Graduate Degree from a recognized university can apply online via the official website upsconline.nic.in. The selection process consists of a Preliminary Examination, a Main Examination, and a Personality Test (Interview). Below are the complete details regarding eligibility, age limit, syllabus, and application process.
📋 Recruitment Overview
| 📂 Commission Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| 📜 Exam Name | Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 |
| 💼 Key Posts | IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, etc. |
| 🔢 Total Vacancies | 933 Posts (Approx.) |
| 🌍 Job Location | All India / Abroad (IFS) |
| 🖱️ Apply Mode | Online Only |
📅 Important Dates Schedule
- 🟢 Notification Released: 04.02.2026
- 🟢 Online Application Start: 04.02.2026
- 🔴 Last Date to Apply: 24.02.2026 (06:00 PM)
- 📝 Correction Window: 7 Days after closing
- ⚔️ Prelims Exam Date: 24.05.2026
- 🎟️ Admit Card: May 2026
📊 Participating Services
| Type | Name of Services |
|---|---|
| All India Services |
✅ Indian Administrative Service (IAS) ✅ Indian Foreign Service (IFS) ✅ Indian Police Service (IPS) |
| Group ‘A’ Services |
✅ Indian Audit and Accounts Service ✅ Indian Civil Accounts Service ✅ Indian Corporate Law Service ✅ Indian Defence Accounts Service ✅ Indian Defence Estates Service ✅ Indian Information Service ✅ Indian Postal Service ✅ Indian P&T Accounts and Finance Service ✅ Indian Railway Management Service (Traffic/Personnel/Accounts) ✅ Indian Railway Protection Force Service ✅ Indian Revenue Service (Customs & Indirect Taxes) ✅ Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax) ✅ Indian Trade Service (Grade III) |
| Group ‘B’ Services |
✅ Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service (Section Officer’s Grade) ✅ DANICS (Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar, etc. Civil Service) ✅ DANIPS (Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar, etc. Police Service) ✅ Pondicherry Civil Service (PONDICS) ✅ Pondicherry Police Service (PONDIPS) |
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Total Vacancies: 933 (Approx) (Includes 33 vacancies reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability) |
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⚔️ Selection Process
The Civil Services Examination consists of two successive stages:
- Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination: Objective Type (Multiple Choice).
- Paper I: General Studies (200 Marks) – Merit Counting.
- Paper II: CSAT (200 Marks) – Qualifying (33% required).
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for wrong answers.
- Civil Services (Main) Examination:
- Written Examination (9 Papers, Conventional Essay Type).
- Personality Test (Interview) – 275 Marks.
🏆 Grand Total for Merit = Mains Written (1750) + Interview (275) = 2025 Marks
💸 Application Fees
| 🔸 General / OBC / EWS (Male): | ₹ 100/- |
| 🔸 Female / SC / ST / PwBD: | NIL (Exempted) |
| Payment Mode: Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Net Banking. | |
📝 How to Apply Online?
- Visit the official website: upsconline.nic.in.
- OTR Registration: Candidates must first register on the One Time Registration (OTR) platform. If already registered, proceed to login.
- Login using Email/Phone/OTR ID and OTP.
- Go to “Latest Notifications” and select “Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026”.
- Fill in Part-I and Part-II of the application form carefully.
- Upload scanned Photograph, Signature, and Photo ID Card (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN, etc.).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Select your preferred Exam Centre.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
⚠️ Note: Applicants should not submit multiple applications. If multiple are submitted, the one with the higher Registration ID (RID) will be considered.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPSC CSE 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 24th February 2026 (till 6:00 PM).Q2. What is the UPSC CSE Prelims Exam Date 2026?
Ans: The Civil Services Preliminary Examination will be held on 24th May 2026.Q3. What is the age limit for UPSC CSE 2026?
Ans: Candidates must be between 21 and 32 years as on 01.08.2026. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories.Q4. Can final year students apply for UPSC CSE?
Ans: Yes, final year students can apply for the Preliminary Exam, but they must produce proof of passing the degree examination before the Main Examination.Q5. Is there any negative marking in the UPSC Prelims?
Ans: Yes, there is a penalty of 1/3rd (0.33) marks for every wrong answer in the Objective Type Questions.