Complete Exam Timeline
UPSC CSE 2026 Notification Release
Notification
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1 Feb 2026 – 2 Feb 2026
UPSC CSE 2026 Application Window
Registration
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3 Feb 2026 – 27 Feb 2026
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23 May 2026
20 Aug 2026
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20 Aug 2026 (TBA)
Vacancies
Total Posts: 933
- Includes posts like:
- IAS
- IPS
- IFS
- IRS
- PwBD: 33
- Other categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR): 900+
Salary
Starting Salary: ₹56,100/month
- Mid-Level: ~₹1,50,000/month
- Top Level: Up to ₹2,50,000/month
Includes allowances and career progression benefits.
Eligibility
Qualification Criteria
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Must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
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Citizen of India or eligible categories (Nepal/Bhutan/Tibetan refugees, etc.)
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PwD / Female: No Fee
Additional Details
- Exam conducted annually
- Attempts:
- General: 6
- OBC: 9
- SC/ST: Unlimited (within age limit)
- Languages: English & Hindi
- 80+ Exam Centers across India
Important Notes
- Prelims is qualifying in nature (screening)
- Final merit based on Mains + Interview (2025 marks)