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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 Notification on 4 February 2026. This prestigious examination is conducted for recruitment to IAS, IPS, IFS and other Central Group ‘A’ & ‘B’ services.
Eligible candidates can apply online till 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM) through the official UPSC portal.
UPSC Civil Services Exam koination 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 933 Vacancies
UPSC CSE 2026 – Important Highlights
- Exam Name: Civil Services Examination 2026
- Notification No: 05/2026-CSE
- Conducting Body: UPSC
- Total Vacancies: Approx. 933
- Application Mode: Online
- Last Date to Apply: 24 February 2026
- Preliminary Exam Date: 24 May 2026
Services Offered Through UPSC CSE 2026
Successful candidates will be recruited to the following prestigious services:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS – IT & Customs)
- Indian Audit & Accounts Service
- Indian Railway Management Service
- Indian Defence Accounts Service
- DANICS, DANIPS, PONDICS & other Group ‘A’ & ‘B’ services
Eligibility Criteria for UPSC CSE 2026
Nationality
- IAS, IPS, IFS: Indian citizen only
- Other Services: Indian citizens / Nepal / Bhutan / specified categories as per rules
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026)
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 32 Years
Date of Birth Range: 2 August 1994 – 1 August 2005
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST – 5 Years
- OBC – 3 Years
- PwBD – Up to 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen – As per rules
Educational Qualification
- Must hold a Graduate Degree from a recognized university
- Final-year students are eligible (subject to proof at later stage)
Number of Attempts Allowed
- Category, - Attempts
- General / EWS:6
- OBC:9
- SC / ST:Unlimited
- PwBD :9 (UR/EWS/OBC) / Unlimited (SC/ST)
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- Women / SC / ST / PwBD: No Fee
Payment accepted via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI.
How to Apply for UPSC CSE 2026
1. Visit https://upsconline.nic.in
2. Complete One-Time Registration (URN)
3. Fill Common Application Form (CAF)
4. Complete Exam-Specific Application
5. Upload live photo & signature
6. Pay application fee
7. Submit and download confirmation
Note: Once submitted, the application cannot be withdrawn or edited.
UPSC CSE 2026 – Exam Pattern
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination
Paper I: General Studies – 200 Marks
Paper II: CSAT – 200 Marks (Qualifying – 33%)
Objective type, negative marking applicable
Stage 2: Main Examination
9 Descriptive Papers
Essay, GS I–IV, Optional Papers
Stage 3: Personality Test
- 275 Marks
- No minimum qualifying marks
UPSC CSE 2026 Exam Centres
Prelims and Mains will be conducted across 80+ cities, including:
Delhi, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Chennai, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata, Patna, Jaipur, Lucknow, Guwahati, Srinagar, Thiruvananthapuram and many more.
Admit Card & Important Instructions
e-Admit Card will be released one week before the exam
No admit card will be sent by post
Mobile phones & electronic gadgets are strictly banned
Face authentication is mandatory at exam centres
Final Words
UPSC CSE is not just an exam — it’s a gateway to lead the nation and serve society. Candidates are advised to apply early, read the notification carefully, and start preparation with a focused strategy.
- Apply before 24 February 2026 to avoid last-minute issues.
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