The UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 notification has been officially released for 933 posts across prestigious All India and Central Civil Services. Eligible candidates can apply online before the deadline.
📌 Examination Details
Exam Name: Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026
Total Vacancies: 933 Posts
Exam Notice No.: 05/2026-CSE (Dated: 04.02.2026)
Conducting Authority: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Helpline: 011-24041001
Email: upscsoap@nic.in
🏛 Services Offered
Selected candidates will be appointed to the following services:
Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
Indian Police Service (IPS)
Indian Audit & Accounts Service (Group A)
Indian Civil Accounts Service (Group A)
Indian Corporate Law Service (Group A)
Indian Defence Accounts Service (Group A)
Indian Defence Estates Service (Group A)
Indian Information Service (Group A)
Indian Postal Service (Group A)
Indian Post & Telecommunication Accounts and Finance Service (Group A)
Indian Railway Management Service (Traffic, Personnel & Accounts) – Group A
Indian Railway Protection Force Service (Group A)
Indian Revenue Service (Customs & Indirect Taxes) – Group A
Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax) – Group A
Indian Trade Service (Grade III) – Group A
Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service (Group B)
DANICS (Group B)
DANIPS (Group B)
Pondicherry Civil Service (Group B)
Pondicherry Police Service (Group B)
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
🔹 Age Limit (as on 1st August 2026)
Minimum: 21 years
Maximum: 32 years
Born between 2 August 1994 and 1 August 2005
🔹 Age Relaxation
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD (General): 10 years
PwBD (OBC): 13 years
PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
🔹 Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from:
A recognized University incorporated by an Act of Parliament or State Legislature
A deemed university under the UGC Act
Or possess an equivalent qualification
📌 Final-year students awaiting results are also eligible (subject to proof at the time of Interview).
📝 Examination Scheme
The Civil Services Examination consists of two stages:
1️⃣ Preliminary Examination
Objective Type
Screening test for Main Examination
2️⃣ Main Examination
Written Examination
Personality Test (Interview)
📍 Examination Centres in Assam
Jorhat
Dispur
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/Women/PwBD | Nil |
| Other Candidates | ₹100 |
🖥 How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply online through the official UPSC portal by following these steps:
Visit the official UPSC website.
Click on “Online Application Form” and register.
Log in using your credentials.
Fill in personal & educational details.
Upload required documents.
Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Submit and take a printout for future reference.
📅 Important Dates
🟢 Application Start Date: 4 February 2026
🔴 Last Date to Apply: 24 February 2026 (6 PM)
📝 Preliminary Exam Date: 24 May 2026
📚 Preparation Resources
Candidates are advised to start preparation early with:
UPSC Syllabus
Standard IAS Books
Mock Test Series
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