UPSC Civil Services IAS IFS 2026 has been released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). A total of 1013 posts (IAS – 933, IFS – 80) will be filled through this recruitment. The online application process will run from 04 February 2026 to 24 February 2026. Graduation pass candidates can apply for this form. The Prelims exam will be conducted on 24 May 2026. This is a golden opportunity for all those candidates who are dreaming of becoming an IAS or IFS.
UPSC Civil Services 2026 Important Dates
Notification Release
04 February 2026
Application Start Date
04 February 2026
Last Date to Apply
24 February 2026
Fee Payment Last Date
24 February 2026
Correction Window
25–27 February 2026
Admit Card Release
Before Exam
Prelims Exam Date
24 May 2026
Result Date (Expected)
As Per Schedule
Vacancy Overview
Application Level
National Level
Application Type
Government Job
Recruitment Body
UPSC
Posts Name
IAS, IFS
Total Vacancies
1013
Application Mode
Online
Exam Mode
Offline
Starting Salary
Approx ₹56,100 + Allowances
Application Short Name
UPSC CSE
Application Full Form
Civil Services Examination
Official Website
https://upsc.gov.in
UPSC Civil Services 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Education Qualification:
IAS (Civil Services) – Graduation in any stream from recognized university
IFS – Graduation with subject: Agriculture, Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Zoology, etc.
Age Limit:
Minimum Age – 21 Years
Maximum Age – 32 Years
(Age relaxation as per government rules)
Other Criteria:
Candidate must be an Indian citizen
Valid ID proof required
Details should match the certificates
⚠️ Name, DOB, category details should be exactly according to the certificates.
