🎯 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 'B' services including Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and other central services. The examination is conducted in three stages: Preliminary, Main, and Interview.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	15/02/2026
Apply Last Date	07/03/2026
Exam Date	07/06/2026

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC	₹100
SC / ST	Free
Female	Free

🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Required: Graduate

Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification.

Age Limits: 21 to 32 years.

⚡ Selection Process

1Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)

2Main Examination (Written)

3Interview (Personality Test)

📎 Required Documents

Scanned Photograph (20KB-300KB)
Scanned Signature (20KB-300KB)
Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Voter ID)
Educational Qualification Certificates (if required for specific relaxation/qualification)
Category Certificate (if applying under reserved category)

✍️ How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply online through the official UPSC website upsconline.nic.in. Detailed instructions for filling the application form, uploading documents, and paying the application fee will be available in the official notification. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully before applying.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What services are recruited through the Civil Services Examination?

The CSE recruits for various Group 'A' services like IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, IDAS, IRTS, and Group 'B' services like DANICS, DANIPS, Pondicherry Civil Service, etc.

Can a final year student apply for UPSC CSE?

Yes, candidates appearing for their final year degree examination can apply, provided they produce proof of passing the examination along with the application for the Main Examination.

Is there an age relaxation for reserved categories?

Yes, there is an age relaxation of 3 years for OBC candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates. PwBD candidates also receive age relaxation as per government rules.

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, also known as CSAT) of 200 marks each. CSAT is a qualifying paper with a minimum of 33% marks required.