UPSC CSE 2026 Notification: 933 Vacancies Announced, Apply by Feb 27

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the notification for the 2026 Civil Services Examination (CSE). This prestigious recruitment drive aims to fill 933 vacancies across various central services, including the IAS, IPS, and IRS. Interested candidates must ensure their applications are submitted through the official portal before the deadline.

UPSC 2026 Exam Overview

Field	Value
Organisation	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam Name	Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026
Vacancy	933
Last Date to Register	27th February 2026
Official Website	www.upsc.gov.in

How to Register & Apply for UPSC CSE Exam 2026

Follow these steps carefully to complete your application process:

1. Visit the official UPSC website (https://www.upsc.gov.in/).
2. Look for the “Apply Online” link on the homepage or visit Register & Apply for UPSC CSE 2026.
3. If a first-time applicant, register by providing basic details such as name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number.
4. Note down the generated unique registration ID and password.
5. Log in using the registration ID and password.
6. Fill in the required personal, educational, and exam centre details in the online application form.
7. Upload scanned copies of photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size.
8. Pay the application fee online using available payment options.
9. Review the application form thoroughly before final submission.

Documents Required & Permissible Size

• Scanned Signature: JPG format, 20–300 KB, black or blue ink on white paper, clear and neat.
• Scanned Photograph: JPG/JPEG format, 20–50 KB, recent (within 10 days of application), name and date of photo capture must be visible on the image.

Important Exam Dates

Events	Dates
Last Date to Apply	27th February 2026 (6 pm)
Prelims Exam Date	24th May 2026
Mains Exam Date	21st August 2026

Resources & Further Reading

Prepare thoroughly by checking the resources below:

• UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026
• View UPSC Prelims Syllabus 2026
• Check Comprehensive UPSC IAS Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026
• UPSC CSE Notification 2026 PDF
• UPSC IFoS Notification 2026 PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is UPSC CSE Notification 2026 Out?

The official UPSC CSE Notification 2026 has been published at www.upsc.gov.in.

How many vacancies will be filled through UPSC CSE 2026?

A total of 933 vacancies have been announced for the 2026-27 recruitment cycle.

How many stages are there in the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026?

The examination structure includes three stages: Preliminary (Objective), Main (Descriptive), and the Interview (Personality Test).