Post Name:
UPSC Civil Services 2026
Post Date:
09 February 2026
Short Details Of Post :
Union Public Service Commission UPSC Civil Services (IAS) & Forest Service (IFS) 2026: Prelims Exam & Vacancy Guide
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially moved into the examination phase for the Civil Services and Indian Forest Service (IAS/IFS) 2026. With 933 vacancies announced this year, the competition is set to be one of the most intense in recent history.
About This Recruitment:
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Preliminary Examination 2026. This examination is conducted every year to recruit candidates for various prestigious posts such as IAS, IPS, IFS and other central government services. Candidates who are interested in these posts and meet the required eligibility criteria can apply online through the official UPSC website.
The online application process started on 04 February 2026 and the last date to submit the application form was 24 February 2026. This examination is one of the most important competitive exams in India and many candidates apply for it every year.
Before applying, candidates should carefully read the official notification to check details such as eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, and pay scale. In this post, you can check complete information about UPSC Civil Services and Forest Service Examination 2026 including important dates, vacancy details, and the application process.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
UPSC Civil Services / Forest Service IAS / IFS Recruitment 2026
UPSC IAS 05/2026 & 06/2026 IFS Exam 2026: Short Details of Notification
Dates Information
Application Start Date: 04/02/2026
Last Date to Apply Online: 24/02/2026 (up to 06:00 PM)
Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 24/02/2026
UPSC IAS / IFS Preliminary Exam Date: 24/05/2026
Admit Card: Available before the exam
Fee Details
General / OBC / EWS: 100/-
SC / ST / PH: 0/- (Exempted)
All Female Candidates: 0/- (Nil)
Payment Mode: Candidates can pay the exam fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Notification 2026: Age Limit as on 01/08/2026
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 32 Years
Age Relaxation: Extra as per UPSC Civil Services and Forest Exam 2026 Recruitment Rules.
UPSC Civil Services / Forest Service Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details Total : 1013 Post
Post Name | Total Post | UPSC Civil Services / Forest Services Exam Eligibility | ||||
Indian Administrative Service IAS (Civil Services) | 933 |
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Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 80 |
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Indian Administrative Service. | Indian Foreign Service | Indian Police Service. | ||||
Indian P & T Accounts & Finance Service, Gr A | Indian Audit and Accounts Service, Group A | Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group A | ||||
Indian Revenue Service (I.T.), Group A | Indian Postal Service, Group A | Indian Civil Accounts Service, Group A | ||||
Indian Railway Traffic Service, Group A | Pondicherry Civil Service, Group B | Pondicherry Police Service, Group B | ||||
Indian Trade Service, Group A (Gr. III). | Indian Corporate Law Service, Group A | Indian Information Service (Junior Grade), Gr A | ||||
Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group A | Indian Revenue Service (I.T.), Group A | Indian Railway Accounts Service, Group A | ||||
Indian Railway Personnel Service, Group A | Indian Defence Estates Service, Group A | Assistant Security Commissioner in Railway Protection Force, Gr A | ||||
Indian Ordnance Factories Service, Group A | Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Central Excise) | Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service, Group B | ||||
How to Apply for IAS / IFS Pre Online Form 2026
One Time Registration (OTR): To apply for UPSC Civil Services and Forest Services Recruitment 2026, candidates must complete the One Time Registration (OTR).
Application Dates: Candidates can apply for the UPSC IAS / IFS Prelim Exam 2026 from 04/02/2026 to 24/02/2026.
Read Notification: Before applying, candidates should carefully read the official notification.
Check Documents: Collect all required documents such as eligibility proof, ID proof, address details, and basic information.
Scan Documents: Keep scanned copies of photo, signature, ID proof, and other required documents ready before filling the form.
Check Form Carefully: Before submitting, verify all entries in the preview and all columns carefully.
Print Application: After submitting the form, take a printout of the final application for future reference.