UPSC CSE Notification 2026 – Apply Online for 933 Civil Services Posts
UPSC has released the Civil Services Examination (CSE) Notification 2026 for 933 vacancies. Graduate candidates can apply online from 04 to 24 February 2026 through the official portal. Selection will be based on Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages.
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Last date to apply was Feb 24, 2026
Deadline: Feb 24, 2026 · Last date approaching
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A) UPSC CSE Notification 2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC CSE Notification 2026 on 04 February 2026. The notification announces recruitment for 933 vacancies in prestigious services like IAS, IPS, IFS, and other Central Services.
The online application window is open from 04 February to 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM). Candidates must complete the registration process within the given timeline through the official UPSC portal.
B) UPSC CSE Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
The Civil Services Examination 2026 is conducted at the national level to recruit officers for Group A and Group B services under the Government of India.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Recruitment Name | UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 |
| Post Name | IAS, IPS, IFS & Other Central Services |
| Total Vacancies | 933 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Limit | 21 – 32 Years |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (Exempt for SC/ST/PwBD/Female) |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Interview |
C) UPSC CSE 2026 – Important Dates
Candidates must note all important dates related to the UPSC CSE 2026 application and examination.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| UPSC Prelims Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| UPSC Mains Exam Date | 21 August 2026 onwards |
| Admit Card Release | Will be updated soon |
| Interview Dates | Will be announced later |
D) UPSC CSE Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 933 vacancies have been announced under UPSC CSE 2026.
| Year | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 933 |
| 2025 | 1129 |
| 2024 | 1056 |
PwBD Reservation:
Out of total vacancies, 66 posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities.
E) Eligibility Criteria for UPSC CSE 2026
E1) Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Professional degrees such as MBBS, BE, BTech are also eligible.
- Final year students can apply provisionally, subject to completion before interview.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| All Civil Services Posts | Graduation Degree in any discipline |
E2) Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age (General) | 32 Years |
| OBC | 35 Years |
| SC/ST | 37 Years |
| PwBD | 42 Years |
Cut-off Date for Age: 01 August 2026
F) UPSC CSE Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / All Female Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
| Payment Mode | Online / SBI Challan |
G) Salary Details
Candidates selected through UPSC CSE receive attractive pay and benefits.
| Level | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level IAS Officer | Starting Pay ₹56,100 + allowances |
| Senior Level | Up to ₹2,50,000 (Cabinet Secretary Level) |
Additional benefits include:
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Medical and Travel Allowances
- Pension and career growth
H) Selection Process
The UPSC CSE 2026 selection will be conducted in three stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective)
- Main Examination (Descriptive)
- Interview / Personality Test
Prelims Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | CSAT (Qualifying) | 200 | 2 Hours |
Note: CSAT is qualifying in nature (minimum 33% required). Negative marking applies.
Mains Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Essay | 250 |
| Paper II-V | General Studies | 1000 |
| Paper VI-VII | Optional Subject | 500 |
| Total (Written) | 1750 | |
| Interview | 275 | |
| Grand Total | 2025 |
I) Important Links
Candidates can access official resources through the links below.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Notification link |
| Apply Online Link | Apply link |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 24, 2026
Deadline: Feb 24, 2026 · Last date approaching
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Q11. What is the salary under UPSC CSE 2026?
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