UPSC CSE Notification 2026: The Union Public Service Commission has released the application form for the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026. The official website of the UPSC CSE Notification 2026 is https://upsc.gov.in/. This blog post provides comprehensive information on the UPSC CSE Notification 2026, including educational qualifications, age limits, reservation details, syllabus, and other important instructions for the advertised posts.
UPSC CSE Notification 2026 Important Details
- Name of the Exam: Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026
- UPSC Full Form: Union Public Service Commission
- Exam Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission
- Who can Apply: All India Candidates
- Job Location: All India
UPSC CSE Notification 2026 Exam Date
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Fill Application Form | 24 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
UPSC CSE Notification 2026 Post Name/No of Posts
| Exam Name | No of Posts |
|---|---|
| Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 | 933 Posts |
UPSC CSE Salary
| Category | Salary |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | Starting Basic Pay: ₹56,100/- |
| Monthly Salary | Rs. 56,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 |
| Highest Salary | Rs. 2,50,000/- |
| Salary During Training | Rs. 33,000–35,000 |
UPSC CSE Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Educational Qualification |
|---|
| Graduate degree from the recognized Universities. |
| Nationality: For IAS, IFS, and IPS candidates must be citizens of India. For Other Posts a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal, or a subject of Bhutan. | |
| Age Limits | 21 years to 32 years |
| Qualification | Graduate Degree |
| Medical and Physical Standards | Yes (Technical and Non-Technical) |
| Number of attempts SC /ST: Unlimited OBC: 09 PwBD: 09 for GL/EWS/OBC Unlimited for SC/ST Unreserved (UR): 6 Attempts | |
UPSC CSE Age Limit 2026
| Age Limit | |
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 32 years |
| Age Relaxations | |
| Schedule Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 3 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 10 years |
UPSC Attempt Limit 2026
- UPSC Attempts for General Category: 06 Attempts
- UPSC Attempts for OBC Category: 09 Attempts
- UPSC Attempts for SC Category: Unlimited Attempts
- UPSC Attempts for ST Category: Unlimited Attempts
- UPSC Attempts for PwBD: 09 for GL/EWS/OBC Unlimited for SC/ST
UPSC CSE Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved category (UR) | Rs.200 |
| Other Backwards Class (OBC) | Rs.200 |
| EWS category | Rs.200 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Rs.100 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Rs.100 |
| All Female Candidates | Rs.100 |
UPSC CSE Selection Process 2026
Selection will be based on an –
- Prelims Examination
- Mains Examination
- Interview
UPSC CSE Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026
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| Syllabus PDF | Click Here |
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UPSC CSE Notification 2026 Apply Link
| Events | Links |
|---|---|
| Notification | Download |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Syllabus PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – UPSC CSE Notification 2026
Q. What is the selection process for the UPSC CSE Vacancy 2026?
Ans: The selection will be done through an online written examination (prelims and mains) and an interview.
Q. Is there any age relaxation in UPSC CSE Jobs 2026?
Ans: Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per government rules: SC/ST: 5 years/ OBC: 3 years and PwD: 10 years
Q. What is the application fee for the UPSC CSE Vacancy 2026?
Ans: The application fee is for UR/OBC/EWS: ₹200 and SC/ST/Female candidates: ₹100
Q. What is the minimum and maximum age limit for UPSC CSE Jobs 2026?
Ans: The age limit is Minimum: 21 years and Maximum: 32 years
Q. Where can I apply for the UPSC CSE Vacancy 2026?
Ans: Candidates can apply online through the official website: https://upsc.gov.in/
