UPSC Civil Services (IAS/IPS) Recruitment 2026 – Notification, Exam Date & Vacancy Details. UPSC has released the exam calendar for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026. The official notification will be published in January 2026. Candidates preparing for IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and other civil services can check the important details below.
UPSC CSE 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 |
| Post Name | IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS & Other Group A/B Services |
| Vacancy | To Be Announced (Expected 950–1100) |
| Notification Release Date | 14 January 2026 (Expected) |
| Application Start Date | January 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 03 February 2026 (Expected) |
| Prelims Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Interview |
| Official Website | www.upsc.gov.in |
UPSC 2026 Vacancy (Latest Status)
UPSC has NOT released the official vacancy count yet.
However, based on previous trends:
- 2024 Vacancies: 1056
- 2025 Vacancies: 979
- 2026 Expected: 950–1100 posts
Final vacancy details will be updated once the official notification is released.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Graduation in any stream from a recognized university.
Age Limit
- 21 to 32 years (General)
- OBC: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PwD: +10 years
Nationality
- Must be an Indian citizen for IAS & IPS.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (Objective)
- Main Examination (Descriptive)
- Personality Test / Interview
How to Apply for UPSC 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website: https://www.upsc.gov.in
- Click on “UPSC CSE 2026 Notification.”
- Register on the OTR (One-Time Registration) portal
- Fill the online application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and download the receipt.
Important Links
| Section | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Coming Soon |
| Apply Online | Coming Soon |
| UPSC Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
Disclaimer
This post is for informational purposes only. The final vacancy count, dates, and eligibility must be verified from the official UPSC notification when released. We do not guarantee any job placement.