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UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 Notification (05/2026-CSE)
Short Description
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 notification on 04 February 2026, inviting applications for 933 prestigious administrative posts including IAS, IPS, IFS and other allied services across India. Apply online between 04 Feb – 24 Feb 2026. Prelims will be held on 24 May 2026 followed by Mains and Interview stages. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Organization Name:
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advertisement Number:
05/2026-CSE
Post Name:
Civil Services Examination 2026
Total Vacancy:
933 Vacancies (Approx.) including PwBD reservations. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 04 Feb 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 04 Feb 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 Feb 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam | 24 May 2026 |
| Main Exam | From 21 Aug 2026 |
| Interview/Personality Test | Expected Feb–Mar 2027 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100 (Prelims) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | Exempted |
| Main Exam Fee | ₹200 (Standard) |
Age Limit (as on 01 Aug 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 21–32 yrs |
| OBC | 21–35 yrs (Relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 21–37 yrs (Relaxation) |
| PwBD | 21–42 yrs (Relaxation) |
Vacancy Details (Approx.)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Total | 933 |
| Blindness & Low Vision | 7 |
| Deaf & Hard of Hearing | 11 |
| Locomotor Disability | 8 |
| Multiple Disabilities | 7 |
Eligibility Details
Any Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University or equivalent. Candidates awaiting final results may apply for Prelims. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Physical Eligibility Details
Not Applicable / Not specified separately in notification.
Selection Process
1. Preliminary Examination (Objective)
2. Main Examination (Written + Essay)
3. Personality Test (Interview)
Exam Pattern
Prelims: CSAT + General Studies Objective Papers
Mains: Descriptive Papers covering Essay, GS, Optional Subjects
Interview: Personality Test
Detailed Syllabus
Syllabus as per UPSC Rules including GS, CSAT, Essay & Optional Subjects. Candidates should refer official PDF for full syllabus.
Pay Scale / Salary
Post-specific pay scales as per Government Norms (e.g., IAS/IPS/IFS pay in Level 10–12 of Pay Matrix).
Important Instructions
- Apply online only through https://upsconline.nic.in. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- No correction/modification after submission.
- Follow guidelines for photo & ID uploads.
- Mobile phones banned at exam centre.
- Face authentication at venue is mandatory.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
FAQ
- Q: What is last date to apply?
A: 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM). - Q: How many total vacancies?
A: Approx. 933 posts. - Q: What is age limit?
A: 21–32 yrs (General). - Q: What are exam stages?
A: Prelims, Mains, Interview. - Q: Where to apply?
A: upsconline.nic.in.