🏛️ Central Govt📍 All India✓ Verified Notice
UPSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026
Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advt No: 05/2026-CGL
Quick Summary: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites applications for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026 to recruit eligible candidates for various Group 'B' and Group 'C' posts in different Ministries/Departments/Organizations of the Government of India. The selection process involves four tiers of examination.
📅 Important Dates
| Notification Date | N/A |
| Apply Start Date | 10/03/2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 09/04/2026 |
| Exam Date | 20/07/2026 |
💳 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. Specific posts may require additional qualifications.
Age Limits: 18 to 32 years.
⚡ Selection Process
1Tier-I (Preliminary Examination - Computer Based Test)
2Tier-II (Main Examination - Computer Based Test)
3Tier-III (Descriptive Paper - Pen and Paper Mode)
4Tier-IV (Data Entry Skill Test/Computer Proficiency Test/Document Verification)
📎 Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card/Valid Photo ID
- Educational Certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation Marksheets & Certificates)
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates, if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates, if applicable)
- Passport size photograph (scanned)
- Signature (scanned)
✍️ How to Apply Online
Candidates must apply online through the official UPSC website upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in. Register using basic details, fill the application form, upload scanned photograph and signature as per specifications, pay the application fee online, and submit the form. It is advised to take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the age relaxation for OBC candidates?
OBC candidates are eligible for a 3-year age relaxation in the upper age limit, subject to submission of a valid OBC-NCL certificate.
Is there any negative marking in the CGL Tier-I exam?
Yes, there is negative marking in Tier-I. For each wrong answer, 0.50 marks will be deducted.