UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 – Apply Online
The :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} (UPSC) has released Examination Notice No. 05/2026-CSE dated 04 February 2026 for the prestigious Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026. Candidates can apply online until 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM).
📅 Preliminary Exam Date: 24 May 2026
📌 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
🏛 Services Offered Through CSE 2026
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS)
- Indian Railway Management Service
- Indian Postal Service
- And many other Group A & Group B Services
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidate must hold a Graduate Degree from a recognized University. Final year students can also apply (subject to proof at Interview stage).
🎂 Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Age Relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per rules
🎯 Number of Attempts
- General/EWS – 6 Attempts
- OBC – 9 Attempts
- SC/ST – Unlimited
- PwBD – As per category rules
💰 Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS – ₹100
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women – Exempted
🖥 How to Apply
- Visit official portal
- Create Account & Complete Universal Registration
- Fill Common Application Form (CAF)
- Upload Photo & Signature
- Submit Exam Specific Form & Pay Fee
⚠ Important Instructions
- No correction allowed after final submission
- Mobile phones & electronic devices strictly banned
- Negative marking applicable in Preliminary Exam
- Face Authentication mandatory at exam centre
📍 Examination Centres
Preliminary & Main Exams will be conducted across major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna and many more.
📞 Helpdesk Support
Helpline Number: 011-24041001
Email: upscsoap@nic.in
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