UPSC CSE 2026 Online Form – Apply for 933 Posts
UPSC Civil Service Examination 2026
Advt. no. 05/2026-CSE
Short Details of Notification
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 04/02/2026
- Last Date of Apply Online (Extended): 27/02/2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 27/02/2026
- Prelims Admit Card Release Date: To be notified
- Prelims Exam date: 24/05/2026
- Prelims Result Date: To be notified
- Mains Exam Date: 21/08/2026
- Duration of Mains Exam: 5 Days
- Mains Result Date: Will be updated
- Final Result Date: Will be updated
Application Fees
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹ 100 /-
- SC/ST/PwBD/: ₹ 0 /-
- Female (All Categories): ₹ 0 /-
Pay the Examination Fee Through: UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking.
UPSC Civil Service Examination (CSE) 2026 : Age Limit Details As on 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Age Relaxation: Age relaxation will be provided As per UPSC Civil Services Examination Rules 2026.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 | 933 |
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Candidates must fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification.
Salary Structure
| Post name | Pay Scale (per month) | Pay Level | Allowances |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC Civil Services (IAS/IPS/IFS/IRS) | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 | Level 10 Entry (7th CPC) | DA, HRA, TA & other allowances as per Govt rules |
UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026: Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Main Examination (Descriptive / Written)
- Personality Test / Interview
- Final Merit List (Based on Mains + Interview marks)
How to Apply – UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website and open the Civil Services Examination 2026 online application link.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Login using OTR credentials and fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph and signature as per the prescribed format.
- Review all details entered in the application form to avoid mistakes.
- Proceed to pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Submit the application form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
- Tip: Fill the form well before the last date to avoid server issues and last-minute errors.
Candidates are advised to read the official UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 notification carefully before applying. All details provided here are for informational purposes only.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in UPSC CSE 2026?
A total of 933 posts are announced including IAS, IFS and other services.
Q2. What is the minimum qualification required for UPSC CSE 2026?
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university.
Q3. What is the age limit for UPSC Civil Services 2026?
The age limit is 21 to 32 years as per UPSC CSE 2026 rules.
Q4. What is the selection process for UPSC Civil Services 2026?
The selection process includes Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam and Interview.
Q5. Where can I apply for UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website only.
