The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Civil Services Recruitment 2026 notification for 933 vacancies. This recruitment is conducted for prestigious services such as IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and other Central Civil Services.
The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 is one of the most competitive examinations in India and attracts lakhs of aspirants every year.
UPSC Civil Services 2026 – Vacancy Details
- Total Vacancies: 933 (Approximate)
- Posts Include:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS)
- Other Group A & Group B Central Services
UPSC Civil Services 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
- Final-year degree students are also eligible to apply
Age Limit (as on notification date):
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 32 years
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC and other categories as per Government norms
Nationality:
- Indian citizen (specific services have additional conditions)
UPSC Civil Services Exam Pattern 2026
Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination (Objective):
- General Studies Paper I
- CSAT (Paper II – Qualifying)
Stage 2 – Main Examination (Written):
- 9 Papers (Essay, GS I–IV, Optional Papers, Language Papers)
Stage 3 – Personality Test (Interview):
- Assesses leadership, decision-making, and administrative ability
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
- Final Merit List
Why Apply for UPSC Civil Services 2026?
- Prestigious All India Services
- Opportunity to serve the nation
- Attractive salary, power, and responsibility
- Strong career growth and social impact
How to Apply for UPSC Civil Services Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: https://upsc.gov.in
- Click on Civil Services Examination 2026 – Apply Online
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill the application form and submit
- Download a copy for future reference
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Read the official notification carefully before applying
- Ensure eligibility before form submission
- Follow UPSC exam calendar and updates regularly
- Start preparation early due to the high competition level
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