The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to release the notification for the Civil Services Examination 2026 soon, likely this week. The notification, which includes details about the exam, will be available on the official UPSC website, upsconline.gov.in. The application form for the exam will also be released at the same time.
This exam is held every year to select candidates for important government jobs like IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and other Group A and Group B services. The selection process has three main stages: Prelims exam, Mains exam, and a Personal Interview.
UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026 Notification Details
The UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026 notification will contain all the necessary information for candidates. This includes:
- How to register for the exam
- Important dates for the application and exam
- The pattern of the exam papers
- The syllabus for the exam
- Details on how results will be announced
The UPSC had earlier planned to release the notification on January 14. However, due to some administrative reasons, the release was postponed.
When to Expect the Notification
Based on previous years, the UPSC Civil Services notification is usually released in January or February. Here's a look at the notification release dates from the past few years:
| Years | Date of notification release |
| 2026 | Soon |
| 2025 | January 22 |
| 2024 | February 14 |
| 2023 | February 1 |
| 2022 | February 2 |
| 2021 | March 4 (This was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic) |
According to the tentative schedule, the UPSC Civil Services Prelims exam for 2026 is planned for May 24, 2026 . The Mains exam is expected to start on August 21, 2026 .
How to Apply Online
Once the notification is released, candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website. Here are the general steps to follow:
- Visit the official website of UPSC: upsconline.gov.in
- Look for the 'Apply Online' link on the homepage and click it.
- You will need to register first if you haven't already. Then, log in using your registration number and password.
- Fill in all the required personal and educational details carefully in the application form.
- Upload scanned images of your photograph, signature, and identity proof as per the specified format.
- Pay the application fee online using the available payment methods.
- Finally, submit the application form and save a copy for your records.
