UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE) 2026 - Apply Online for 933 Posts
Brief Information
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Examination Notice No. 05/2026-CSE for the Civil Services Examination, 2026. The commission aims to fill approximately 933 vacancies for various Group A and Group B services, including IAS, IPS, and IFS. Candidates holding a Graduate Degree are eligible to apply. Detailed information regarding age limit, syllabus, selection process, and the online application link is given below.
Overview
| Organization/Commission | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Civil Services Examination 2026 |
| Post Name | IAS, IFS, IPS & Other Group A/B Services |
| Qualification | Graduate Degree |
| Age Limit | 21 - 32 Years (as on 01.08.2026) |
| Apply Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 24 February 2026 (till 06:00 PM) |
| Apply Fees | Rs. 100/- (General/OBC/EWS Male) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in / upsconline.nic.in |
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Application Fees
Candidates can pay the examination fee online via Visa/Master/RuPay/Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking.
| Gen / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | ₹ 0/- (Exempted) |
Age Limit
(As on 01.08.2026)
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 32 Years
Candidate must have been born not earlier than 2nd August, 1994 and not later than 1st August, 2005.
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: +5 Years
- OBC: +3 Years
- PwBD: +10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen/Defence Personnel: As per rules (Up to 5 Years)
Qualification
- Candidate must hold a Graduate Degree from any recognized University.
- Candidates appearing in their final year examination can also apply provisionally (proof of passing required before Mains).
- MBBS/Professional degree holders who have not completed internships can apply provisionally.
Important Dates
| Notification Release | 04 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Apply Start Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 February 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Modification Window | Not Allowed |
| Prelims Admit Card | May 2026 (Last week) |
| Prelims Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Exam Name | Service Group | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Services Exam 2026 | Group A (IAS, IPS, IFS etc.) & Group B | Approx. 933 (Includes 33 PwBD) |
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Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination: Objective Type (400 Marks) - Screening Test.
- Main Examination: Written (Descriptive) - 1750 Marks.
- Personality Test (Interview): 275 Marks.
Exam Pattern (Prelims)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | CSAT (Qualifying - 33%) | 200 | 2 Hours |
*Negative Marking of 1/3rd marks for every wrong answer.
Apply Process
- Visit the official website: https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Register on the One Time Registration (OTR) platform (if not already registered).
- Log in and fill Part-I of the Civil Services Application Form.
- Fill Part-II: Pay the examination fee, select the examination centre, and upload photograph & signature.
- Photo Instructions: Upload a clear photo and also capture a live photograph during the process.
- Signature Instructions: Sign 3 times on plain white paper with black ink and upload.
- Final Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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UPSC NDA Exam 2026
Brif Information
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the NDA & NA (I) Examination 2026 notification for recruitment to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings. A total of 394 vacancies are available. Candidates who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 (10+2) are eligible to apply (Physics & Mathematics required for Navy/Air Force posts). Eligible unmarried male and female candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website within the prescribed dates. Key details such as age limit, eligibility, important dates, selection process and apply online link are available in the official notification.
Overview
| Organization/Department | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I) 2026 |
| Qualification | 12th Pass OR Appearing |
| Age Limit | 16.5 to 19.5 Years |
| Apply Date | 10-Dec-2025 |
| Last Date | 30-Dec-2025 |
| Apply Fees | SC/ST/Female:- Rs.00/- OBC/UR:- Rs.100/- |
| Salary (Monthly) | Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500/- per month (Level 10) |
| Job Location | All Over India (Defence Fields) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
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Age Limit
Qualification
12th Pass OR 12th Class Appearnig.
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 10-Dec-2025 |
|---|---|
| Apply Start | 10-Dec-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30-Dec-2025 (Upto 06:00 PM) |
| Exam Date | 12-Apr-2026 |
| Written Result Declaration | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| SSB Interview Period | June 2026 to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| NDA 157th Course Commencement | 01-Jan-2027 |
| Naval Academy 119th INAC Commencement | 01-Jan-2027 |
| Certificate Submission Deadline | 10-Dec-2026 |
Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Academy / Service | Male | Female | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NDA – Army (157th Course) | 198 | 10 | 208 |
| 2 | NDA – Navy (Executive Branch) | 37 | 05 | 42 |
| 3 | NDA – Air Force (Flying) | 90 | 02 | 92 |
| 4 | NDA – Air Force (Ground Duties – Technical) | 16 | 02 | 18 |
| 5 | NDA – Air Force (Ground Duties – Non-Technical) | 08 | 02 | 10 |
| 6 | Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry – 119th INAC) | 21 | 03 | 24 |
| Total | 370 | 24 | 394 | |
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview
- Medical Examination &
- Document Verification
| Paper | Description | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I: Mathematics | Duration: 2.5 hours (For IMA/INA/AFA only, not for Naval Academy 10+2 Entry) | 300 |
| Paper-II: General Ability Test | Part A: English - 200 marks Part B: General Knowledge - 400 marks (Physics, Chemistry, General Science, Social Studies, Geography, Current Events) Duration: 2.5 hours | 600 |
Apply Process
- Go to Registration Website
- Create Account and generate Universal Registration Number (URN)
- Fill Common Application Form (CAF)
- Upload Photo & Signature and Capture Live Photo
- Fill Examination Specific Module with preferences for Services (Army/Navy/Air Force in order of preference 1 to 4)
- Pay Application fee Online (if applicable)
- Final Submission of Application Form
- Take Print Out for Further Refrence
Important Links
| Apply Link | Apply Portal |
|---|---|
| Registration Link | Registration Page |
| Login Link | Login Portal |
| Official Notification | PDF Link |
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