UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026
Notice details
| Name of post | UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026 |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission UPSC |
| Advertisement no. | 05/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 1,013 posts |
| Last date to apply | 27 February 2026 |
| Selection process | Pre Examination → Mains Examination → Interview |
| Posted on | 17 Sept 2026 |
| Last updated | 22 Sept 2026 |
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Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date04 February 2026
- Last date to apply27 February 2026
- Last Date For Fee Payment27 February 2026
- Pre Exam Date24 May 2026
- Admit Card15 May 2026
- Answer Key27 May 2026
- Result Date15 June 2026
- IAS Mains Form Start Date19 June 2026
- IAS Mains Form Last Date29 June 2026
- IFS Mains Form Start Date13 July 2026
- IFS Mains Form Last Date22 July 2026
- IAS Mains Exam Date21 – 30 August 2026
- IFS Mains Exam Date22 to 29 November 2026
- IAS Mains Admit Card14 August 2026 Available Now
Application Fee
- General, OBC, EWS₹ 100/-
- SC / ST₹ 0/-
- PH Candidates₹ 0/-
- All Female Category₹ 0/-
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Age Limit
- Age as on 01 August 2026
- Minimum Age: 21 Years.
- Maximum Age: 32 Years.
- Must have been born not earlier than 2nd August, 1994 and not later than 1st August, 2005
- Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSC Examination 2026
Total Post
1,013 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 933 |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 80 |
| Total | 1,013 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS): Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India are eligible for this examination.
- Indian Forest Service (IFS): Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in subjects like Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent qualifications can apply.
- For more details read the official notification before applying.
Mode of Selection
- Pre Examination
- Mains Examination
- Interview
How To Check & Download UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Go to the What’s New / Examinations section.
- Click on Exam Date Notice: Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026.
- You will be redirected to the UPSC portal.
- Enter your Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth if required.
- Submit the details to access your Exam Date Notice.
- Check your exam date, timing, venue, roll number, and other instructions carefully.
- Download and save the Exam Date Notice for future reference.
- Take a clear printout and carry it to the examination centre.
Important Links
| Check IFS Mains Exam Date Notice | |
|---|---|
| Download IAS Mains Admit Card | Click Here upsconline.nic.in |
| Check IAS Mains Exam Date Notice | Download upsc.gov.in |
| Apply Online IFS Mains Form Link | Click Here upsconline.nic.in |
| Check IFS Mains Form Notice | Download upsc.gov.in |
| Apply Online IAS Mains Form Link | Click Here upsconline.nic.in Not working: the official site says this page no longer exists |
| Check IAS Mains Form Notice | Download upsc.gov.in |
| Download Name Wise Result | Click Here upsc.gov.in |
| Download Pre Result (IAS) | Click Here upsc.gov.in |
| Download Pre Result (IFS) | Click Here upsc.gov.in |
| Download Pre Answer Key (Paper-I) | Click Here upsc.gov.in |
| Download Pre Answer Key (Paper-II) | Click Here upsc.gov.in |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here upsconline.nic.in Not working: the official site says this page no longer exists |
| Apply Online | Click Here upsconline.nic.in |
| Check Date Extend Notice | Download upsc.gov.in |
| Check Official Notification | |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here upsc.gov.in |
Frequently asked questions
When does the application for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026 start?
Online Apply Start Date: 04 February 2026.
What is the last date to apply for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026?
The last date to apply is 27 February 2026.
When is the exam for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026?
Pre Exam Date: 24 May 2026.
When does the application for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026 start?
IAS Mains Form Start Date: 19 June 2026.
When does the application for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026 start?
IFS Mains Form Start Date: 13 July 2026.
When is the exam for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026?
IAS Mains Exam Date: 21 – 30 August 2026.
When is the exam for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026?
IFS Mains Exam Date: 22 to 29 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026?
There are 1,013 posts in total.
What is the age limit for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026?
Age as on 01 August 2026; Minimum Age: 21 Years; Maximum Age: 32 Years; Must have been born not earlier than 2nd August, 1994 and not later than 1st August, 2005; Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSC Examination 2026.
What is the application fee for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026?
General, OBC, EWS: ₹ 100/-; SC / ST: ₹ 0/-; PH Candidates: ₹ 0/-; All Female Category: ₹ 0/-.
What qualification is needed for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026?
Indian Administrative Service (IAS): Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India are eligible for this examination. | Indian Forest Service (IFS): Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in subjects like Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent qualifications c…
What is the selection process for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026?
Pre Examination, Mains Examination, Interview.
What is the official website for UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Exam Date 2026?
The official website is https://upsc.gov.in/.