UPSC
UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Recruitment 2026
Organization
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Total Vacancy
933 Posts
Last Date to Apply
29 June 2026
Job Location
All India
Important Dates
Notification Release Date
04 February 2026
Prelims Exam Date
24 May 2026
Mains DAF (Detailed Application Form) Start
19 June 2026
Last Date to Submit Mains DAF
29 June 2026
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS
₹ 100/-
SC / ST
₹ 0/-
PH Candidates
₹ 0/-
All Female Category
₹ 0/-
You can make the payment using the following methods: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.
Age Limits & Relaxations
Minimum Age
21 YearsMaximum Age
32 YearsAge limits are calculated as of 01 August 2026. Eligible candidates must be born between 02 August 1994 and 01 August 2005. Relaxation in the upper age limit applies for reserved categories as per the official rules.
Recruitment Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) administers the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2026. This comprehensive national-level recruitment drive selects eligible graduates for elite administrative services across India, covering highly sought-after executive cadres like the IAS, IPS, and IFS.
Mode of Selection / Exam Stages
- Preliminary Examination — Objective type screening phase containing GS Paper I and CSAT.
- Main Examination — Descriptive written conventional papers testing specialized knowledge.
- Personality Test / Interview — A 275-mark evaluation assessing personality traits, alertness, and critical decision-making.
Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Department | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Services Examination (IAS) | UPSC (Central Govt. Depts.) | Must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. High-level cadres require Indian citizenship; secondary tracks permit specified national or regional refugee categories. |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | UPSC (Central Govt. Depts.) | Must possess a Bachelor's Degree majoring in at least one technical subject: Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent. |
How to Fill Online Application Form
- Open the official website of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) or use the direct online apply link provided below.
- Before applying, carefully read the official recruitment notification PDF to verify your eligibility criteria.
- Prepare all necessary scanned documents including passport size photograph, signature, ID proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, etc.), and educational certificate marks sheets.
- Register on the portal, fill in your personal, academic, and communication details accurately, and preview your application form before submitting.
- Pay the required application fees using online payment methods (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI) as per your category details.
- Submit the final application form and take a printout or save the generated PDF copy for future references.
- Ensure you complete all the above steps before the last date of submission: 29 June 2026.
Important Useful Links
| Online Mains Form Link | Click Here |
| Check Mains Form Notice | Click Here |
| Check Date Extend Notice | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |