🎯 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 online applications for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 for recruitment to various Group 'A' and Group 'B' services under the Government of India, including IAS, IPS, IFS, and other Central Services. The examination will be conducted in three stages: Preliminary, Main, and Interview. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and meet age criteria. Fee exemption is available for female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	12/02/2026
Apply Last Date	04/03/2026
Exam Date	14/06/2026

💳 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 with two papers)

2Main Examination (Written Examination with nine papers)

3Personality Test/Interview

📎 Required Documents

Matriculation/10th Class Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
Bachelor's Degree Certificate and Mark Sheets
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable) in prescribed format
Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Driving License)
Scanned Photograph (Passport size, recent)
Scanned Signature
Disability Certificate (if applicable)

✍️ How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply online through the official UPSC website upsconline.nic.in. The application process involves two parts: Part-I registration for basic details and Part-II for payment of fee, selection of exam centre, uploading photograph/signature/photo ID document, and declaration submission. Applicants must ensure all details are accurate before final submission. Only one application is allowed per candidate.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the age limit for UPSC CSE 2026?

A candidate must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 32 years as on 1st August 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for OBC, SC/ST, and PwBD candidates as per government rules.

Are female candidates exempted from application fees?

Yes, female candidates, along with Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates, are exempted from paying the application fee.

Can I apply for the UPSC CSE if I am in my final year of graduation?

Yes, candidates who are appearing in the final year of their degree examination can also apply. However, they must produce proof of passing the degree examination along with their application for the Main Examination.

What are the stages of the UPSC Civil Services Examination?

The examination comprises three stages: Preliminary Examination (objective type), Main Examination (written and descriptive), and Personality Test (Interview).