🎯 UPSC📍 All India✓ Verified Notice

UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026

Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advt No: 05/2026-CSP

Quick Summary: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites applications for the prestigious Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 to recruit candidates for various Group 'A' and Group 'B' services under the Government of India, including Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and other allied services. The examination process comprises three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Personality Test (Interview).

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	05/02/2026
Apply Last Date	05/03/2026
Exam Date	25/05/2026

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC	₹100
SC / ST	Free
Female	Free

🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Required: Graduate

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification.

Age Limits: 21 to 32 years.

⚡ Selection Process

1Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)

2Main Examination (Written)

3Interview (Personality Test)

📎 Required Documents

Matriculation/10th Marksheet/Certificate for Date of Birth proof
Bachelor's Degree Certificate and Marksheets
Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates, as per GoI format)
EWS Certificate (for Economically Weaker Section candidates)
Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates)
Passport Size Photograph
Signature

✍️ How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply online through the official UPSC online application portal (upsconline.nic.in). Detailed instructions for filling out the application form, uploading necessary documents (scanned photograph and signature), and payment of the examination fee will be available in the detailed notification.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the age relaxation for OBC candidates?

OBC candidates are eligible for an age relaxation of 3 years, making the maximum age limit 35 years.

Can final year degree students apply for CSE 2026?

Yes, candidates who are appearing for their qualifying degree examination are eligible to apply, provided they produce proof of passing the examination along with their detailed application form for the Main Examination.

What is the structure of the Preliminary Examination?

The Preliminary Examination consists of two objective-type papers: General Studies Paper-I and General Studies Paper-II (CSAT). Both papers are of 200 marks each, and CSAT is a qualifying paper with a minimum of 33% marks required.