UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026: Union Public Service Commission has officially released the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 Notification for recruitment to 933 vacancies across prestigious services including IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and other Central Civil Services. The Civil Services Examination is conducted annually to select candidates for top administrative and police positions in the Government of India. Eligible graduates can apply online through the UPSC application portal within the prescribed dates.
Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying. The online application process starts from 04 February 2026 and the last date to submit the application form is 24 February 2026.
Civil Services officers play a crucial role in policy formulation, governance, law enforcement, public administration, and national development. The selection process is designed to assess candidates’ intellectual ability, analytical skills, leadership qualities, and administrative aptitude through multiple examination stages.
UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 Overview
UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 04 February 2026
- Application Start Date: 04 February 2026
- Application End Date: 24 February 2026
- Application Correction Window: As notified
- Preliminary Examination Date: 31 May 2026
- Main Examination Date: September 2026
- Interview / Personality Test: To be announced
- Final Result: To be announced
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST: Nil
- PwBD: Nil
- Female Candidates: Nil
- Payment Mode: Online
Vacancy Details
| Service / Examination | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Services Examination 2026 | 933 |
| Total | 933 |
(Service-wise and category-wise breakup will be notified separately.)
UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Final-year students are also eligible, subject to conditions.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: As per rules
Nationality
- Candidate must be a citizen of India (for IAS & IPS).
- Other nationality conditions apply for remaining services as per notification.
Selection Process
The UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 selection process includes:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Main Examination (Written Descriptive Papers)
- Personality Test / Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Travel Allowance
- Official accommodation
- Medical facilities
- Pension & retirement benefits
Salary & Benefits
Candidates selected through UPSC CSE are appointed at:
- Pay Level: Level 10
- Basic Pay: ₹56,100 per month
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Required Documents
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Valid photo ID proof
How to Apply for UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026?
Step 1: Visit the UPSC official portal
Step 2: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
Step 3: Log in and select Civil Services Examination 2026
Step 4: Fill the online application form
Step 5: Upload required documents
Step 6: Pay the application fee
Step 7: Submit the form
Step 8: Download confirmation page
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UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced for UPSC CSE 2026?
A: A total of 933 vacancies are announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
A: The last date to apply is 24 February 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for UPSC CSE?
A: 21 to 32 years with applicable relaxation.
Q4. What qualification is required?
A: Graduation in any discipline.
Q5. What is the application fee?
A: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS; others are exempted.
Q6. How many stages are there in selection?
A: Prelims, Mains, Interview, and Medical Examination.
Q7. Is there negative marking?
A: Yes, in the Preliminary Examination.
Q8. How many attempts are allowed?
A: Attempts vary by category as per UPSC rules.