🏛️ Central Govt📍 All India✓ Verified Notice

UPSC Combined 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 Combined Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 for recruitment to various Group 'A' and Group 'B' posts in the Government of India, including Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and other Central Services. This highly prestigious examination is conducted annually to select candidates for top administrative positions across the country.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	19/02/2026
Apply Last Date	20/03/2026
Exam Date	24/05/2026

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC	₹100
SC / ST	Free
Female	Free

🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Required: Graduate

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

Age Limits: 21 to 32 years.

⚡ Selection Process

1Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)

2Main Examination (Written & Interview)

3Interview/Personality Test

📎 Required Documents

Scanned Photograph (jpg/jpeg format, 20KB-300KB)
Scanned Signature (jpg/jpeg format, 20KB-300KB)
Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/PAN Card/Passport/Driving Licence/Any other Photo ID issued by the State/Central Government)
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Educational Qualification Certificates (Mark sheets and Degree Certificate)

✍️ How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply online through the UPSC website https://upsconline.nic.in. The application process involves two parts: Part-I Registration and Part-II Registration. Fill in all details carefully, upload scanned photograph and signature, select exam centers, and pay the application fee online. Ensure all required documents are ready for upload.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the eligibility criteria for UPSC CSE 2026?

A candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university. Final year students are also eligible to apply provisionally.

Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?

Yes, age relaxation is provided as per government rules for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) (10 years), and Ex-servicemen.

Can I apply for the exam if my final year results are awaited?

Yes, candidates who have appeared or intend to appear for the qualifying examination and are awaiting results can apply, provided they produce proof of passing by the date of the Main Examination.

What is the syllabus for the Preliminary Examination?

The Prelims consist of two papers: General Studies Paper-I (GS-I) covering current events, history, geography, polity, economy, environment, and science; and General Studies Paper-II (CSAT) which is a qualifying paper covering comprehension, logical reasoning, analytical ability, decision-making, and basic numeracy.