Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for UPSC Civil Services Examination — Prelims, oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
The Union Public Service Commission has officially released admit cards for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 scheduled for May 24, 2026. Candidates can download their hall tickets using Registration ID or Roll Number from the official portal at upsc.gov.in.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The official notification released on February 4, 2026 confirmed approximately 933 vacancies including 33 seats reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability across IAS, IPS, IFS and other Group A and B services.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The online application process for Civil Services Examination 2026 which opened on February 4 concluded at 6:00 PM IST on February 24, 2026. Candidates were advised to apply early to secure preferred exam centers.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The Union Public Service Commission released its annual calendar on May 15, 2025, setting the Prelims date for May 24, 2026 and Mains examination starting August 21, 2026, helping aspirants plan their preparation timeline.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Final result declaration (expected)
Tue, 6 Apr, 2027Merit list based on combined Mains and Interview marks for service allocation
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Mains result announcement (expected)
Mon, 7 Dec, 2026Shortlisted candidates called for Personality Test interview round
Archived 5 Jul 2026
🏛️Mains Examination begins
Fri, 21 Aug, 2026Five-day descriptive examination spanning nine papers including Essay, GS, and Optional subjects
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Prelims result declaration (expected)
Sat, 25 Jul, 2026Qualifying candidates shortlisted for Mains examination
Archived 5 Jul 2026
🏛️Civil Services Preliminary Examination
Sun, 24 May, 2026Two papers: GS Paper-I (9:30-11:30 AM) and CSAT Paper-II (2:30-4:30 PM)
Archived 5 Jul 2026
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Prelims admit card released
E-admit card available for download from official UPSC portal
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application window closed
Tue, 24 Feb, 2026Last date to submit online application form at 6:00 PM IST
Archived 5 Jul 2026
UPSC CSE 2026 notification released
Wed, 4 Feb, 2026Official notification with eligibility, vacancies, and exam pattern details published on upsc.gov.in
Archived 5 Jul 2026