Contents
- 1 933 Post :UPSC CSE Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
- 1.1 Eligibility Details :
- 1.2
- 1.3 Age Limit :
- 1.4 Application Fee :
- 1.5
- 1.6 Selection Process :
- 1.7 Best Education Loan Options for J&K StudentsÂ
- 1.8 Important Dates :
- 1.9 Preliminary Examination Pattern
- 1.10 Prelims Key Rules
- 1.11 UPSC CSE 2026 – Main Examination Pattern
- 1.12 Main Exam Structure
- 1.13
- 1.14 Final Merit Calculation
- 1.15 Best scholarships for J&K students after 12th
- 1.16 Important Notes :
- 1.17
- 1.18 How to Apply :
- 1.19 Important Links :
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933 Post :UPSC CSE Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
Exam Name : Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026
Total Vacancy : Approximately 933 Posts
Eligibility Details :
Civil Services (All Posts) : Graduate Degree from a recognized University or equivalent qualification
Age Limit :
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 32 Years (as on 01 August 2026)
SC/ST: 5 Years Relaxation
OBC: 3 Years Relaxation
PwBD: Up to 10 Years Relaxation
Application Fee :
| Category | Fee |
| For General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| For SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
Selection Process :
Civil Services Preliminary Examination (Objective)
Civil Services Main Examination (Written)
Interview / Personality Test
Document Verification
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Important Dates :
| Notification Release Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Opening Date to Apply Online | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
Preliminary Examination Pattern
The Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination is the first stage of the UPSC selection process. It is a screening test used to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination. Marks scored in Prelims are not counted in the final merit ranking.
| Paper | Subject | Type | Marks | Duration |
| Paper I | General Studies (GS) | Objective (MCQs) | 200 Marks | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | CSAT (Aptitude Test) | Objective (MCQs) | 200 Marks | 2 Hours |
Prelims Key Rules
UPSC CSE 2026 – Main Examination Pattern
The Civil Services (Main) Examination is the second stage and consists of a written examination followed by an Interview/Personality Test. Marks obtained in the written papers and interview are counted for the final merit list.
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Nature |
| Paper A | Compulsory Indian Language | 300 | Qualifying |
| Paper B | English | 300 | Qualifying |
| Paper I | Essay | 250 | Merit |
| Paper II | General Studies I | 250 | Merit |
| Paper III | General Studies II | 250 | Merit |
| Paper IV | General Studies III | 250 | Merit |
| Paper V | General Studies IV (Ethics) | 250 | Merit |
| Paper VI | Optional Subject – Paper 1 | 250 | Merit |
| Paper VII | Optional Subject – Paper 2 | 250 | Merit |
Main Exam Structure
Total Written Papers:Â 9
Qualifying Papers:Â 2Â (Indian Language & English)
Merit Papers:Â 7
Total Marks (Written):Â 1750
Interview / Personality Test : Personality Test / Interview
Marks : 275
Final Merit Calculation
Written Exam Marks:Â 1750
Interview Marks:Â 275
Total Merit Marks: 2025
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Important Notes :
Prelims marks are used only for qualification, not for final ranking.
Mains + Interview marks decide final service allocation.
Negative marking applies in Prelims only.
Candidates must qualify in both language papers to have their merit papers evaluated.
How to Apply :
Visit official website upsconline.nic.in
Complete One-Time Registration (URN)
Fill Civil Services Examination 2026 form
Upload photo, signature, and documents
Pay application fee (if applicable)
Submit form before 24 February 2026
Important Links :
Apply Online : Click here
Official Notification : Click here
Official Website : Click here
