| Recruiting Authority: | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Name of the Post: | Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026, IFS |
| Advertisement No.: | Not Applicable |
| About Recruiting Agency: | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is a constitutional body of India, established on 26 January 1950. It is responsible for conducting examinations and selecting candidates for Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ (Gazetted) posts under the Government of India. |
| About Recruitment: | UPSC conducts the Civil Services Examination (CSE) annually to recruit candidates for prestigious posts such as Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and other Group ‘A’ & ‘B’ services of the Government of India. |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| • Online Application Start Date: 04 Feb 2026 • Last Date to Apply Online: 24 Feb 2026 (till 06:00 PM) • Date of Examination: As per Schedule • Admit Card: As per Schedule | • General / EWS / OBC: 100/- • SC / ST / PwBD / Female: 0/- The candidate is required to pay the non-refundable application fee through online mode by using debit card / credit card / Internet banking / UPI, etc. |
| Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026) |
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Date of Birth (Between) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 21 Years | 32 Years | 02 August 1994 to 01 August 2005 |
| OBC | 21 Years | 35 Years | 02 August 1991 to 01 August 2005 |
| SC / ST | 21 Years | 37 Years | 02 August 1989 to 01 August 2005 |
| PwBD (General) | 21 Years | 42 Years | 02 August 1984 to 01 August 2005 |
| PwBD (OBC) | 21 Years | 45 Years | 02 August 1981 to 01 August 2005 |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 21 Years | 47 Years | 02 August 1979 to 01 August 2005 |
| Defence Services Personnel (Disabled) | 21 Years | 35 Years | 02 August 1991 to 01 August 2005 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 21 Years | As per Rules | As per UPSC Rules |
| Total Vacant Posts – 933 |
| Essential Desirable Qualification (As on 10-12-2026) |
| Name of the Post | Essential Qualification |
| Civil Services | • A candidate must hold a Graduate degree of any of the University. |
| Forest Service | • A candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least one of the subjects namely Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics and Zoology or a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Forestry or in Engineering of any of University. |
| Required Docs to ‘Fill Your Forms‘ |
| Documents List | • Class 10th Certificate • Class 12th Marksheet • Photo (Upload) • Live Photo (Upload) • Signature (Upload) • Aadhaar Card / Valid Photo ID • Email ID & Mobile Number • Category Certificate (if applicable) • NOC (if applicable) |
| Don’t Forget to See (Help Yourself) | |
| Special Comment | |
| Photo: | • Applicants are required to upload their photograph and also capture their live photograph while filling up the Common Application Form (CAF). • Photo must be clear, recent and in colour. • Background should be plain (preferably light colour). • No cap, goggles or heavy shadows allowed. • Face should be clearly visible with proper lighting. |
| Signature: | • Applicants are required to sign three times (one below the other) on a plain white paper using a black ink and upload the same while filling up the Common Application Form (CAF). The uploaded signatures should be clear and legible. • Signature must be done with black/blue pen on white paper. • Both photo and signature should be uploaded in correct size & format as per UPSC instructions. |
| Salary (Basic pay / Pay scale / Compensation / Emoluments) | |
| Post / Service | Salary (Pay Level – Basic Pay) |
|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Indian Police Service (IPS) | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Indian Foreign Service (IFS) | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Indian Revenue Service (IRS – IT / C&CE) | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Indian Audit & Accounts Service (IA&AS) | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS) | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Indian Corporate Law Service (ICLS) | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Indian Information Service (IIS) | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS) | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Other Group ‘A’ Central Services | Level–10 : ₹56,100/- + Allowances |
| Group ‘B’ Services | Level–8/9 : ₹47,600 – ₹53,100 + Allowances |
| Steps to Apply the Form | |
| • Visit https://upsconline.nic.in • Create Account & generate Universal Registration Number (URN) • Fill Common Application Form (CAF) • Complete Exam Specific Application Form • Submit application online before last date • Send hard copy through proper channel to CISF |
Please follow the links given below
Disclaimer:- All information given above is based on the official UPSC NDA & NA (I) 2026 notification. Candidates must verify all details from the official website before applying.