UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026: Apply Online for 933 IAS, IPS & Other Posts
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026, inviting applications for approximately 933 vacancies across India’s top civil services including the IAS, IPS, IFS, and other Group A and Group B services. This prestigious examination offers a gateway to a career in public administration, foreign policy, internal security, revenue services, and other high-impact roles. The online application window is open from 04 February to 24 February 2026.
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| Name of Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post name | IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS & Other Group A/B Central Services |
| Education | Graduate Degree in any discipline |
| Total Vacancies | Approximately 933 |
| Salary | As per 7th CPC Pay Levels for Group A/B Services |
| Age Limit | 21–32 Years (as on 01 August 2026) |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (UR/OBC/EWS Males), Nil for others |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, Interview |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Pan India (All-India Services & Central Services) |
| Last Date To Apply | 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM) |
Vacancy Details
| Service Category | Post Type | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| All India Services | IAS, IPS, IFS | Included |
| Central Services Group A | IRS, IRAS, IRTS, IDAS, etc. | Included |
| Central Services Group B | DANICS, DANIPS, AFHQ, PONDICS | Included |
| Total | All Services Combined | 933 (Approx.) |
How to Apply
- Visit the UPSC online portal: https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Click on “Civil Services Examination 2026”.
- Register through One-Time Registration (OTR) to get your Registration ID.
- Log in and complete the application form with correct academic and personal details.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature, and valid photo ID (PDF).
- Pay the application fee (₹100) online or via SBI Challan (offline).
- Review and submit the form before 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM).
- Download and save the final application copy for reference.
- For more UPSC Notification, visit UPSC Recruitment or UPSC Page on Sarkarijobs.
Exam Structure & Dates
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam
🗓️ Date: 24 May 2026
- Paper I: General Studies (200 Marks)
- Paper II: CSAT (200 Marks – Qualifying)
- Mode: Offline (Objective, OMR based)
Stage 2: Main Exam
🗓️ Date: Likely August/September 2026
- Total: 1750 Marks (9 Descriptive Papers)
Stage 3: Interview/Personality Test
- Marks: 275
- Final Merit: 2025 Marks (Mains + Interview)
Application form, details & registration
| Apply | Apply Online |
| Notification | Download Notification |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Download Result | Sarkari Result |
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