UPSC CSE 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 933 IAS IPS Vacancies
UPSC CSE 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 933 Civil Services Vacancies @ upsconline.nic.in
Short Information : The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 Notification on 04 February 2026. A total of approximately 933 vacancies have been announced for prestigious services including IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and other Group ‘A’ & Group ‘B’ services.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 04 February to 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM) through the official portal upsconline.nic.in. Candidates must complete the One Time Registration (OTR) before filling the application form.
Also Read : UPSC IFS Notification 2026 Out – Apply Online for Indian Forest Service
UPSC CSE 2026 – Overview
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Particulars
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Details
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Organization
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Union Public Service Commission
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Exam Name
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Civil Services Examination 2026
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Total Vacancies
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Approx. 933
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Notification No.
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05/2026-CSE
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Application Mode
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Online
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Online Dates
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04 Feb – 24 Feb 2026
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Prelims Exam Date
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24 May 2026
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Selection Process
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Prelims → Mains → Interview
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Official Website
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www.upsc.gov.in
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Apply Portal
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upsconline.nic.in
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UPSC CSE 2026 Vacancy Details
The examination will fill posts in 23 different Civil Services including:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS-IT & Customs)
- Indian Railway Management Service
- Indian Information Service
- DANICS, DANIPS, PONDICS, PONDIPS
- Various Central Group ‘A’ Services
PwBD Reservation
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Category
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Vacancies
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Blindness & Low Vision
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7
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Deaf & Hard of Hearing
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11
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Locomotor Disability
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8
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Multiple Disabilities
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7
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Total
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33
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Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD will be as per Government norms.
Also Read : Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 350 Specialist Officer Posts | Date Extend
UPSC CSE 2026 Important Dates
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Event
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Date
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Notification Date
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04 February 2026
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Apply Start
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04 February 2026
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Last Date
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24 February 2026 (6 PM)
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Prelims Exam
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24 May 2026
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Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- For IAS/IPS/IFS – Must be an Indian Citizen
- For other services – Citizens of India, Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan refugees, or persons of Indian origin from specified countries.
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)
- 21 to 32 years
- DOB between 02.08.1994 – 01.08.2005
Age Relaxation
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Category
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Relaxation
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OBC
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3 Years
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SC/ST
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5 Years
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PwBD
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10–15 Years
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Ex-Servicemen
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5 Years
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Educational Qualification
- Graduate from a recognized university
- Final year candidates can apply
- Professional degrees (MBBS/BDS etc.) eligible
Number of Attempts
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Category
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Attempts
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General/EWS
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6
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OBC
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9
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SC/ST
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Unlimited
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PwBD
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9/Unlimited
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UPSC CSE 2026 Exam Pattern
Stage-1: Preliminary Exam
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Paper
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Marks
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Type
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GS Paper-I
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200
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Merit
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CSAT Paper-II
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200
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Qualifying (33%)
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Stage-2: Mains Exam
- 7 Merit Papers + 2 Qualifying
- Total: 1750 Marks
Stage-3: Interview
Final Merit = 2025 Marks
UPSC CSE 2026 Application Fee
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Category
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Prelims
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Mains
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Gen/OBC/EWS (Male)
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₹100
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₹200
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Female/SC/ST/PwBD
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Nil
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Nil
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Payment Mode: Net Banking / Debit Card / UPI
How to Apply Online for UPSC CSE 2026
1. Visit https://upsconline.nic.in
2. Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
3. Fill Common Application Form
4. Upload photo & signature
5. Select exam centre & optional subject
6. Pay fee and submit
7. Take printout
Note: No correction or withdrawal allowed after final submission.
UPSC CSE 2026 Examination Centres
- Prelims in 83 cities
- Mains in 27 cities
- Allotment on first-apply-first-allot basis
Selection Process
1. Preliminary Exam – Screening
2. Main Written Exam
3. Personality Test/Interview
4. Final Merit List
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FAQs – UPSC CSE 2026
Q1. Last date to apply?
➡ 24 February 2026 (6 PM)
Q2. Total vacancies?
➡ Approximately 933
Q3. Prelims date?
➡ 24 May 2026
Q4. Fee for females?
➡ Nil
Q5. Can centre be changed later?
➡ No
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