UPSC Civil Services IAS and IFS Preliminary Examination 2026
CLOSEDImportant Dates
- Registration Opens: 04/02/2026 - Application Deadline: 27/02/2026 upto 06 PM Only - Fee Payment Deadline:27/02/2026 - Correction Window:28/02/2026 to 03/03/2026 UPSC IAS / IFS Pre - Examination Date:24/05/2026 - Admit Card Release: 15/05/2026
Description
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released admit cards for Civil Services IAS and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Preliminary Examination 2026. Candidates can review eligibility conditions, syllabus details, and examination guidelines through the official notification. UPSC Civil Services / IFS Preliminary Examination 2026 : Age Limit (As on 01/08/2026) - Minimum Age : 21 Years - Maximum Age : 32 Years - Reserved category applicants may receive age relaxation according to UPSC recruitment rules.
How to apply
- Candidates applying for UPSC Civil Services and Forest Services Examination 2026 must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before submitting the application form. - Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invited online applications for Civil Services IAS and Indian Forest Service IFS Preliminary Examination 2026. - Eligible candidates can apply between 04/02/2026 and 27/02/2026. - Applicants should carefully review the official recruitment notification before filling out the online application form. - Candidates are advised to keep all required documents ready, including eligibility proof, ID documents, address details, and personal information. - Prepare scanned copies of photograph, signature, ID proof, and supporting documents before beginning the application process. - Before final submission, candidates should carefully verify all entered information through the application preview section. - Keep a printed copy of the final submitted application form for future reference.