UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026 OUT
Post Name : Various Group ‘A’ & Group ‘B’ Gazetted Posts
Total Vacancies : 45
Admit Card : Click here
How to Download UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026?
Follow these simple steps to download your UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026:
Step 1: Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in
Step 2: Navigate to the “Admit Cards” or “e-Admit Card” section
Step 3: Click on “e-Admit Card: Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026” link
Step 4: Enter your credentials:
Registration ID / Roll Number
Date of Birth
Captcha Code
Step 5: Click on “Submit” button
Step 6: Your UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026 will appear on screen
Step 7: Download and save the PDF file on your device
Step 8: Take 2-3 printouts for exam day (keep backup copies)
Pro Tip: Check all details on your admit card immediately after download. Report any discrepancies to UPSC immediately.
Details on UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026
Your UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026 will contain the following information:
Candidate Information:
Candidate Name
Roll Number
Date of Birth
Category
Gender
Photograph and Signature
Exam Information:
Exam Name: Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026
Exam Date & Shift Timings (Paper 1: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Paper 2: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM)
Reporting Time
Exam Center Name and Complete Address
Exam Center Code
Important Instructions:
Documents to carry on exam day
Items allowed and not allowed in examination hall
Documents Required on UPSC Prelims Exam Day
Mandatory Documents (Originals):
UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026 (printed copy with clear photograph)
Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card, Passport — any one)
Recent passport-size photographs (if mentioned)
Not Allowed in Examination Hall:
Mobile phones, smartwatches, and electronic devices
Calculators, books, notes, or study materials
Bags and prohibited items
Important Dates
Starting Date for Online Application : 09.05.2026
Last Date for Submission of Online Application : 29.05.2026 (18:00 Hrs)
Date for Determining Eligibility : 29.05.2026
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Vacancy Details :
UPSC has announced multiple vacancies across various Ministries/Departments. The detailed vacancy position is as under:
| Post Name & Organization | Reservation | Pay Scale | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Library & Information Officer (Language – Kannada), Central Secretariat Library, Ministry of Culture | UR-01 (PwBD-01) | Level-07 | 30 years (relaxable upto 10 years for PwBD) |
| Associate Professor, Civil Engineering (Structural), College of Military Engineering, Pune, Ministry of Defence | UR-01 | Academic Level 13A1 | 45 years |
| Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering (Structural), College of Military Engineering, Pune | EWS-01 | Academic Level 10 | 35 years |
| Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering (Power System), College of Military Engineering, Pune | SC-01 | Academic Level 10 | 40 years |
| Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer), College of Military Engineering, Pune | UR-01 | Academic Level 10 | 35 years |
| Translator (Chinese), Signal Intelligence Directorate, Integrated Defence Staff HQ, Ministry of Defence | OBC-01 (Suitable for PwBD) | Level-10 | 38 years |
| Translator (Tibetan), Signal Intelligence Directorate, Integrated Defence Staff HQ, Ministry of Defence | UR-01 (Suitable for PwBD) | Level-10 | 35 years |
| Senior Administrative Officer Grade-II, DRDO, Ministry of Defence | UR-11, EWS-03, OBC-08, SC-04, ST-03 (PwBD-01) | Level-10 | 35/38/40 years (category-wise) |
| Assistant Mining Engineer, Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Mines | UR-02, OBC-02 (PwBD-01) | Level-07 | 30/33 years |
| Assistant Research Officer, Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Mines | UR-01, OBC-01 (Suitable for PwBD) | Level-07 | 30/33 years |
| Accounts Officer, Finance Department, Administration of UT of Ladakh | ST-03 (Suitable for PwBD) | Level-08 | 40 years (Ladakh Domicile required) |
Eligibility Criteria :
Candidates must fulfill the essential educational qualifications and experience as mentioned against each post. Detailed qualifications are available in the official notification. Qualifications are relaxable at the discretion of UPSC for otherwise well-qualified candidates.
Key Highlights :
Engineering Faculty Posts require B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech with first class in relevant discipline.
Translator Posts require Bachelor’s Degree in the concerned foreign language or equivalent diploma with English.
Administrative & Other Posts require Bachelor’s Degree with relevant experience.
PwBD candidates must meet the specified disability criteria.
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | As per post (30-45 years) |
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD | Up to 10 years (additional as per category) |
Application Fee :
For all Candidates: Rs. 25/-
For SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates: NIL
Details of application fee will be available in the online application portal. Candidates are advised to check the instructions while filling the form. Fee exemption is applicable as per UPSC rules for SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates (wherever notified)
Selection Process
Selection will be made on the basis of: – Shortlisting based on essential/desirable qualifications and experience. – Recruitment Test (if conducted). – Personal Interview.
Final merit list will be prepared after the interview. Minimum qualifying marks apply for each category.
How to Apply ?
Candidates must apply online only using the UPSC ORA portal: https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/. – First register/create profile (URN). – Fill Common Application Form (CAF). – Fill post-specific module. – Upload required documents, photograph, and signature. – Pay fee (if applicable) and submit.
Documents to be Uploaded:
Educational certificates, experience certificates, caste/PwBD certificates, etc. in PDF format.
Prerequisites Before Starting the Application
Before logging into the portal, ensure you have the following ready:
Valid Email ID and Mobile Number – These will be used for all future communication and OTP verification.
Scanned Documents (in PDF format, preferably under 1 MB each):
Recent passport-size photograph
Signature
Matriculation/10th certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
All educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
Experience certificates (if applicable)
Caste/Category certificate (OBC/EWS/SC/ST)
PwBD certificate (if applicable)
Any other supporting documents mentioned in the notification
Details of all educational qualifications and experience chronologically.
Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking details for payment of application fee (if applicable).
Aadhaar Number (recommended for easier registration).
Important Instructions :
Applications received after the closing date or incomplete in any respect will be summarily rejected.
Candidates must upload clear scanned copies of all supporting documents.
Date of birth mentioned in Matriculation certificate will be considered final.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview and must bring original documents.
Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidature.
UPSC reserves the right to cancel/withdraw any post without assigning any reason.
Important Links
Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification : Click here
Official Website: Click here
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