Short Description : UPSC Civil Services IAS / IFS Pre Examination 2026 : Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for Civil Services Examination 2026 (IAS) and Indian Forest Service Examination 2026 (IFS). Interested and eligible candidates can apply through Online Mode from 04 February 2026 to 24 February 2026 (06:00 PM). Candidates are advised to read the complete notification carefully for details regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, vacancy details, selection process, exam pattern and application procedure before applying.
UPSC Civil Services / Forest Service Recruitment 2026IAS 05/2026 & IFS 06/2026 Pre Examination
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Recruitment Overview |
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| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Civil Services Examination 2026 / Forest Services Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 (IAS) & 06/2026 (IFS) |
| Total Vacancy | 1013 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online (Through OTR) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates |
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| Application Begin | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 February 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 24 February 2026 |
| UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| Admit Card | Available Before Exam |
Application Fee |
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| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | Rs. 0/- (Exempted) |
| All Female Candidates | Rs. 0/- |
| Fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or E-Challan Mode only. | |
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026) |
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| Minimum Age : 21 Years
Maximum Age : 32 Years Age relaxation will be applicable as per UPSC Civil Services & Forest Services Examination 2026 rules. |
Vacancy Details (Total : 1013 Posts) |
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| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
| Indian Administrative Service (Civil Services) | 933 | ✔ Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Any Recognized University in India. |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 80 | ✔ Bachelor Degree with at least one subject among Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture or equivalent. |
Services Included Under Civil Services Examination |
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| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) Indian Foreign Service (IFS) Indian Police Service (IPS) Indian Revenue Service (IT & Customs) Indian Audit and Accounts Service Indian Defence Accounts Service Indian Railway Traffic Service Indian Postal Service Indian Corporate Law Service Indian Information Service Indian Trade Service Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service Pondicherry Civil Service & Police Service And Other Group A & Group B Services. |
How to Fill UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Online Form 2026 |
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| • Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
• Apply online between 04 February 2026 to 24 February 2026. • Read the official notification carefully before filling the application form. • Keep all necessary documents ready – ID Proof, Address Details, Educational Certificates, Photo & Signature. • Verify all details carefully before final submission. • Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference. |
Important Links |
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| Apply Online (Through OTR) | Registration | Login |
| Download Civil Services IAS Notification | English / Hindi |
| Download Forest Services IFS Notification | English / Hindi |
| Official Website | Visit Here |
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UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Examination 2026 – FAQs |
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| Q1. What is the application start date for UPSC Civil Services 2026? Ans. The online application process started from 04 February 2026. |
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| Q2. What is the last date to apply for UPSC IAS / IFS 2026? Ans. The last date to submit the online application form is 24 February 2026 till 06:00 PM. |
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| Q3. What is the Prelims exam date for UPSC IAS / IFS 2026? Ans. The UPSC Civil Services and Forest Services Preliminary Examination will be conducted on 24 May 2026. |
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| Q4. How many total vacancies are available in UPSC 2026? Ans. There are total 1013 posts, including 933 Civil Services (IAS) posts and 80 Indian Forest Service (IFS) posts. |
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| Q5. What is the minimum qualification required for UPSC Civil Services 2026? Ans. Candidates must have a Bachelor Degree in any stream from a recognized university in India. |
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| Q6. What is the qualification required for UPSC Forest Service 2026? Ans. Candidates must have a bachelor degree with at least one subject among Animal Husbandry, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology or Agriculture. |
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| Q7. What is the age limit for UPSC IAS / IFS 2026? Ans. The candidate must be between 21 to 32 years as on 01 August 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules. |
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| Q8. What is the application fee for UPSC Civil Services 2026? Ans. General / OBC / EWS candidates have to pay Rs. 100/-. SC / ST / PH and All Female candidates are exempted from fee payment. |
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| Q9. Is One Time Registration (OTR) mandatory for UPSC 2026? Ans. Yes, candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before filling the online application form. |
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| Q10. What is the selection process for UPSC IAS / IFS 2026? Ans. Selection will be conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Interview (Personality Test). |
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