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 Direct Links
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
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