UPSC CSE Notification 2026 – Apply Online for 933 Posts
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued the official notification for the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026. Indian nationals who have passed the necessary qualifications and other eligible persons can apply for the most prestigious positions in IAS, IFS and IPS. The UPSC CSE 2026 Notification PDF sets out the complete structure for the recruitment of Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ central services. This UPSC Vacancy 2026 announcement is a great opening for those looking for a civil services career and PSC job vacancies. About 933 vacancies are likely to be filled through this examination cycle. The aspirants have to make sure that they complete their registration as well as their application before the UPSC Online Application Last Date of February 24, 2026, 06:00 PM
UPSC CSE Notification 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Civil Services (IAS, IFS, IPS and Central Group ‘A’/’B’ Services) | 933 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| All Civil Services Posts |
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Important Dates for UPSC CSE Notification 2026
- Application Begin: February 04, 2026
- Online Application Last Date: February 24, 2026 (until 6:00 PM)
Age Limit (as on Aug 01, 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
Age Relaxation
- Age Relaxation (SC/ST): Up to 5 Years
- Age Relaxation (OBC): Up to 3 Years
- Age Relaxation (PwBD): Up to 10 Years
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS (Male): Rs. 100/- (As per standard Govt. norms)
- Female/SC/ ST/PwBD: Exempted
Application Mode
- The application must be submitted through the Online Mode only.
Pay Scale
- Successful candidates will be appointed to various services with pay scales as per the 7th Central Pay Commission guidelines for Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ officers.
Selection Process for UPSC CSE Notification 2026
- This stage involves two objective-type papers and is scheduled for the Civil Services Prelims Exam Date 2026 of May 24, 2026.
- Candidates who qualify the prelims will appear for the written (essay type) Main Examination.
- The final selection stage involves a personality test for candidates who pass the written exam.
- Eligibility verification occurs after a candidate qualifies for the Interview/Personality Test. This ensures only qualified individuals secure these jobs for the government.
How to Apply for UPSC CSE Notification 2026
- Visit the official UPSC application portal at https://upsconline.nic.in
- Go to ‘Examination’ section to find the Notice for the “Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026“.
- Register on the website to obtain a Universal Registration Number (URN), which is a lifetime registration.
- Include a valid Photo ID (such as Aadhaar Card) while registering for your UPSC Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Submit the Common Application Form (CAF) using your UPSC Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Upload your photograph, take a live photo and scan your signature according to the UPSC CSE 2026 Notification PDF guidelines.
- Submit the examination-specific module and form before the UPSC Online Application Last Date of February 24, 2026.
FAQs
According to the advertisement, the last date for online application submissions is February 24, 2026, up to 6:00 PM. It’s very essential to understand that the Union Public Service Commission won’t allow applicants to withdraw applications once they have been submitted successfully. Hence, candidates should ideally register their applications well before time so that they do not face any last minute glitches.
The educational qualification requirement for the UPSC CSE Notification 2026 is that the candidate should have a graduate degree from any of the universities which are recognized by the UGC or should have an equivalent qualification. As for the age criteria, the candidates should be not less than 21 years and not more than 32 years. Those belonging to reserved communities (SC, ST, OBC, PwBD) are eligible for relaxations in upper age limit.
UPSC CSE Notification 2026 selection process will be done in two consecutive stages. The first stage, i.e. the Preliminary Examination, consists of two objective, type papers only and is going to be held on May 24, 2026. Those applicants who will successfully qualify the prelims will be allowed to appear in the Main Examination that consists of a written segment and a Personality Test or Interview.
Important Links
| Official Notification | www.aavedan.co |
| Official Website | www.upsc.gov.in |
| Apply Online | www.upsconline.nic.in |
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