The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Examination (CSE) every year to recruit candidates for prestigious services including IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and other Central Government services. Candidates who qualify the Preliminary Examination are eligible to appear in the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2026. Interested candidates should check eligibility, exam dates, selection process, and other details before applying.
UPSC IAS Mains 2026 Overview
Particulars
Details
Organization Name
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Examination Name
Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026
Exam Stage
Main Examination
Posts
IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS & Other Services
Application Mode
Online
Job Location
India
Category
UPSC Examination
Selection Process
Prelims, Mains, Interview
Important Dates
Event
Date
Online Application Begins
19/06/2026
Last Date to Apply Online
29/06/2026
Last Date for Fee Payment
29/06/2026
Admit Card Release
To be announced
Mains Exam Date
21/08/2026
Result Declaration
To be announced
Application Fee
Category
Fee
General / OBC / EWS
₹200/-
SC / ST / PwBD
No Fee
Payment Mode
Online (Net Banking/Card/UPI)
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
Criteria
Age
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age
32 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC rules.
Vacancy & Eligibility Details
Post Name
Vacancies
Eligibility
Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
933
Open only to candidates who have cleared the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam. Full criteria available in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
Candidates appearing in the final year of graduation may also apply subject to UPSC rules.
Indian citizenship is required for IAS and IPS posts.
Selection Process
Preliminary Examination
Main Written Examination
Personality Test / Interview
Final Merit List
Required Documents
Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Aadhaar Card
Graduation Marksheet
Degree Certificate
Category Certificate (If Applicable)
PwBD Certificate (If Applicable)
Mobile Number
Email ID
How to Apply for UPSC IAS Mains 2026
Carefully read the official UPSC Civil Services Mains 2026 notification before starting your application.
Keep all required documents ready — eligibility proof, ID proof, address proof, and other personal details.
Scan necessary documents in advance: passport-size photo, signature, ID proof, etc.
Fill in the online application form and review every section in the preview before final submission.
Submit the form and download/print a copy for your records.
