The UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 has been formally announced by the Union Public Service Commission through Notification No. 05/2026-CSE to fill around 933 vacancies in services such as IAS IPS and IFS. The online application window is open from 04 February 2026 to 27 February 2026 (06:00 PM). Interested and eligible candidates must apply only through the official UPSC portal upsconline.nic.in by completing the One Time Registration (OTR) process.

Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The age limit is 21 to 32 years as on 01 August 2026 with relaxation available for reserved categories as per government norms. The recruitment process will be conducted in three stages – Preliminary Examination Main Examination and Interview. The Preliminary Exam is expected to be held in May/June 2026. Final selection will be based on merit and selected candidates will receive postings in Group A services with an attractive pay structure and career growth.UPSC Civil Services IAS & IFS Recruitment 2026 Pre Exam will be held on 24 May 2026. Candidates can download their Admit Card from 15 May 2026 through the official UPSC portal. The direct link is given below.

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) UPSC Civil Services (IAS/IPS/IFS) Recruitment 2026 Notification www.indiasarkarinaukri.com
Important Dates	Application Fees
• Apply Start Date: 04 February 2026 • Apply Last Date: 27 February 2026 (06:00 PM)- Extended • Last Date Fees Submit Date: 27 February to 03 March 2026 • Preliminary Exam Date: Tentatively 24 May 2026 • Pre Exam Admit Card Date: 15 May 2026 • Official Answer Key Date: 27 May 2026	• UR / OBC / EWS (Male): Rs. 100/- • SC / ST / PwBD: Rs. 0/- • Female Candidates: Rs. 0/- •Apply Mode: Debit/Credit Card UPI Internet Banking
UPSC Civil Services IAS & IFS Notification 2026: Age Limit		TOTAL POSTS
• Minimum Age: 21 Years • Maximum Age: 32 Years • Age Calculate on: 1 August 2026		933

Age Relaxation:

· SC/ST Candidates: Up to 5 years.

· OBC Candidates: Up to 3 years.

· PwBD Candidates: Up to 10 years.

· Ex-Servicemen: As per official rules.

UPSC Civil Services IAS & IFS Pre Recruitment 2026: Vacancy & Qualification Details

Post Name

Total Posts

Qualification

Civil Services

933

• Candidate must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

• Candidates appearing in the final year are eligible to apply provisionally subject to document verification.

UPSC Civil Services IAS & IFS Pre Recruitment 2026: Selection Process

· Preliminary Examination (Objective Multiple Choice).

· Main Written Examination (Descriptive).

· Personality Test or Interview.

· Final Merit List Selection.

UPSC Civil Services IAS & IFS Pre Recruitment 2026: Salary
Posts Name	Salary Scale
IAS/IPS/IFS/Group A	Rs. 56100 to Rs. 250000 (Based on Rank)

UPSC Civil Services IAS & IFS Pre Recruitment 2026: Category-wise

Category	PwBD (Blind/Low Vision)	PwBD (Deaf/Hard of Hearing)	PwBD (Locomotor)	PwBD (Multiple)
Vacancies	7 Posts	11 Posts	8 Posts	7 Posts

UPSC Civil Services IAS & IFS Pre Recruitment 2026: Exam Pattern

Exam Stage	Paper Type	Total Marks	Qualifying Criteria
Prelims Paper I	Objective (GS)	200 Marks	Merit-based
Prelims Paper II	Objective (CSAT)	200 Marks	33% (Qualifying)
Mains Written	Conventional	1750 Marks	7 Merit Papers
Interview	Personality Test	275 Marks	No Minimum

Documents Required

· Valid Photo Identity Card (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN/Passport).

· Scanned passport-size photograph (as per new UPSC guidelines).

· Scanned signature for the online application portal.

· Educational certificates and marksheets for reference.

· Caste or Category certificate for those seeking reservation.

· Disability certificate for PwBD candidates if applicable.

How to Apply for UPSC Civil Services IAS & IFS Pre Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official UPSC application portal at upsconline.nic.in.

2. Complete your One Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user.

3. Log in using your Email ID Mobile Number or OTR ID.

4. Go to the "Latest Notification" tab and click on Sarkari Naukri Civil Services 2026.

5. Fill out Part-I of the application with your personal and educational details.

6. Provide your Photo ID card details and choose your examination centre.

7. Upload your photograph and signature according to the specified dimensions and size.

8. Pay the examination fee of Rs. 100 online if you are not exempted.

9. Complete Part-II review your application and click "Submit" to print the form.

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FAQs

Q. When did the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 application process start?
A. The online application process for UPSC CSE 2026 started on 04 February 2026 through the official UPSC portal.

Q. What is the total number of vacancies announced for UPSC CSE 2026?
A. UPSC has notified approximately 933 vacancies to be filled through the Civil Services Examination 2026.

Q. What is the last date to apply online for UPSC CSE 2026?
A. Candidates must complete and submit the online application by 27 February 2026 before 06:00 PM.

Q. What educational qualification is required for UPSC Civil Services 2026?
A. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university; final-year students may apply provisionally.

Q. What is the age limit for appearing in UPSC CSE 2026?
A. 21 years and the maximum age is 32 years as on 01 August 2026 with category-wise relaxation applicable.

Q. What are the stages involved in the UPSC Civil Services selection process?
A. selection process consists of the Preliminary Examination Main Examination and the Personality Test (Interview).

Q. Where can candidates download the official UPSC CSE 2026 notification?
A. official notification PDF is available on the UPSC website at www.upsc.gov.in under the Civil Services Examination section.

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