UPSC Civil Services (IAS/IFS/IPS) 2026 – 1,100 Vacancies Notification
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Civil Services Examination (CSE 2026) for recruitment to prestigious Indian Administrative Service (IAS), IPS, IFS, IRS, and Group A services.
| Recruitment Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Indian Administrative Service (IAS), IPS, IFS & Central Services Group A |
| Total Vacancies | 1,100 Posts |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline, B.Tech, MBBS, LLB |
| Age Limit | 21 to 32 Years |
| Pay Scale / Salary | Pay Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 - 2,50,000/-) plus official accommodation, vehicle & allowances |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Start Date | 1 Aug 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 Sept 2026 |
| Exam Date | May 2027 (Prelims) |
| Official Portal | https://upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates Schedule
Application Fee Details
Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, or UPI.
Age Limit & Relaxation Criteria
• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 32 Years
Age Relaxation: OBC: 3 years (9 attempts), SC/ST: 5 years (Unlimited attempts), PwBD: 10 years.
Selection Process Stages
- 1Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination (Objective - 2 Papers, 400 Marks)
- 2Civil Services (Main) Examination (Written - 9 Papers, 1750 Marks)
- 3Personality Test / Interview (275 Marks)
How to Apply Online for Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- 1Visit upsconline.nic.in and register on the One Time Registration (OTR) platform.
- 2Log in to the dashboard and navigate to 'Latest Active Notifications'.
- 3Click on Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 Part-I and Part-II.
- 4Select Optional Subject and Exam Centre for both Prelims and Mains.
- 5Upload photo ID card (PDF) and passport photo/signature (JPG).
- 6Pay application fee and take a printout of the submitted application form.
Documents Required for Application
- Government Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport)
- Passport photograph with candidate's name and date of photo taken
- Scanned signature in black ink
- Class 10th Certificate for proof of date of birth
Candidate Advisory & Form Submission Guidelines for Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Essential instructions to ensure error-free application submission and avoid candidature cancellation.
1. Accurate Demographic Data Matching
Enter your full name, father's name, mother's name, and date of birth strictly as printed in your Class 10th (Matriculation) High School certificate. Any variance—including middle name omissions or spelling discrepancies—can result in disqualification during the Document Verification (DV) stage.
2. Photograph & Signature Technical Standards
Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph taken against a light/white background without caps, dark sunglasses, or masks. Both ears must be clearly visible. Signatures must be executed in running handwriting using a black or blue ballpoint pen on plain white paper—signatures in capital/block letters are routinely rejected.
3. Caste & Reservation Certificate Validity
Candidates claiming OBC-NCL or EWS reservations must possess valid income and asset certificates issued by an authorized revenue authority (Tehsildar/Sub-Divisional Magistrate) for the relevant financial year on or before the application closing date (2 Sept 2026). Central government vacancies require certificates issued in the prescribed Government of India format.
4. Final Submission Confirmation & Fee Status
After paying the application fee through the authorized online gateway, verify that the application status displays "Submitted / Payment Successful". Download and safely store at least two printed hard copies of the final submitted application form along with the transaction e-receipt for future selection rounds.
Important Direct Links
Frequently Asked Questions – Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Source: Official recruitment advertisement issued by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
Candidates must carefully review all eligibility criteria, educational certificates, reservation policies, and guidelines directly in the official notification before submitting their application.
UPSC Editorial Board
Civil Services Senior Consultant