Union Public Service Commission • Civil Services 2026
Official Notification
Official Notification
Official Notification: UPSC Exam Notice No. 05/2026-CSP • Official Portal: upsconline.nic.in
UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026: Notification for 1,056 IAS, IPS & IFS Posts at upsc.gov.in
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Apex Civil Services Notification: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is scheduled to officially release the recruitment notification for 1,056 prestigious Civil Services posts (IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS) via the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026.
Quick Overview
| Commission Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,056 Posts (including 40 PwBD vacancies) |
| Participating Services | IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS (IT & Customs), IAAS, IDAS |
| Application Mode | Online OTR at upsconline.nic.in |
| Pay Level | Level 10 of 7th CPC (Basic Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 2,50,000) |
Important Dates & Schedule
| Event / Milestone | Official Schedule |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | September 15, 2026 |
| Online Application Deadline | October 14, 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | October 15 to October 21, 2026 |
| Civil Services Preliminary Exam | November 29, 2026 |
Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown
| Post Designation | Pay Matrix / Scale | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | All India Service | 180 Posts |
| Indian Police Service (IPS) | All India Service | 200 Posts |
| Indian Foreign Service (IFS) | Central Group A | 55 Posts |
| Indian Revenue Service (IRS IT & C&CE) | Central Group A | 310 Posts |
| Other Central Group A & Group B Services | Group A/B Services | 311 Posts |
Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
| Educational Qualification | A candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized University or possess an equivalent qualification. Final year appearing candidates are also eligible to register. |
| Age Criteria (as on 01/08/2026) | Minimum 21 years and maximum 32 years (General/EWS). OBC: 35 years (7 attempts), SC/ST: 37 years (Unlimited attempts). |
| Number of Attempts | General Category: 6 attempts. OBC/EWS: 9 attempts. SC/ST: Unlimited within age limit. |
Pay Scale & Allowances
Officers appointed through the Civil Services Examination start at Level 10 of the 7th Pay Commission with a starting basic salary of Rs. 56,100 per month, rising to Cabinet Secretary Level 18 (Rs. 2,50,000 fixed). Additional allowances include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), official vehicle, security, and government accommodation.
Selection Process & Examination Pattern
- Civil Services Preliminary Exam: Objective Screening: GS Paper 1 (200 marks, cut-off determining) and GS Paper 2 CSAT (200 marks, qualifying at 33%).
- Civil Services Main Examination: Descriptive written examination consisting of 9 papers (1750 marks total) covering Essay, GS I-IV, and Optional Subject.
- Personality Test / Interview: UPSC Board interview at Dholpur House, New Delhi (275 marks). Final rank list based on 2025 marks.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official UPSC One Time Registration portal at upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete OTR registration or log in with your registered credentials.
- Select ‘Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026’ from Active Applications.
- Fill Part 1 registration details and pay Rs. 100 application fee (Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempt).
- Complete Part 2 registration: Upload scanned photo, signature, and government photo ID card in prescribed size.
- Select your preferred examination centre and submit the declaration to download final registration slip.
Official Links & Direct Actions
| Document / Action Link | Direct URL / Action |
|---|---|
| UPSC CSE 2026 Official Notification PDF | Download PDF → |
| UPSC One Time Registration (OTR) Portal | Apply Online → |
| Civil Services Syllabus & Scheme of Exam | View Syllabus → |
| Official UPSC Website | Visit Portal → |