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UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Online Form 2026 – Started
Union Public Service Commission – Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 | Online Application Active
Latest Notification – UPSC CSE Prelims 2026
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for **Civil Services Examination 2026** (Preliminary Stage) for recruitment to Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS) and other allied services. The online application process has commenced on the official UPSC portal.
Important: Online registration and application submission has started. Complete your form early to avoid last-minute portal congestion.
Important Dates – UPSC CSE 2026 (Prelims)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | February 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | March 2026 (exact date mentioned in notification) |
| Prelims Examination Date | May / June 2026 (Sunday) |
| Prelims Result Declaration | July / August 2026 |
Vacancy Details (Tentative – As per UPSC Notification)
| Service | Approximate Vacancies | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 180+ | — |
| Indian Foreign Service (IFS) | 30+ | — |
| Indian Police Service (IPS) | 150+ | — |
| Central Services Group A & B | 600+ | IRTS, IRAS, IRPS, DANICS, DANIPS, etc. |
| Total Vacancies | 1000–1100 (Tentative) | Final number will be confirmed in notification |
Eligibility Criteria – UPSC CSE 2026 (Prelims)
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university (final year students can apply) |
| Age Limit (as on 1st August 2026) | 21–32 Years (relaxations: OBC 3 yrs, SC/ST 5 yrs, PwBD 10 yrs) |
| Attempts Limit | General: 6, OBC: 9, SC/ST: Unlimited (up to age limit) |
| Application Fee | General/OBC: ₹100 Female/SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Personality Test (Interview) |
How to Apply – UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 Online Form
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit official UPSC portal: upsconline.nic.in or upsc.gov.in |
| 2 | Click “Online Application” → Civil Services (Preliminary) Exam 2026 |
| 3 | Complete Part-I Registration (generate RID) |
| 4 | Complete Part-II Registration (fill details, upload photo & signature) |
| 5 | Pay fee online (if applicable) |
| 6 | Submit form & take printout of application |
Important Instructions
| Instruction | Details |
|---|---|
| Photo & Signature | Upload clear scanned copies (JPEG, 20–300 KB) |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
| Correction Window | Available after closing date (small fee applicable) |
| Admit Card | Download from upsc.gov.in (3 weeks before exam) |
