When can I apply for the UPSC CSE 2026?

Applications for the UPSC CSE 2026 are open online until February 24, 2026.

How many vacancies are available for UPSC CSE 2026?

Approximately 933 vacancies have been announced for the UPSC CSE 2026 cycle.

What are the stages of the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026?

The selection process includes the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination, and a Personality Test.

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UPSC CSE 2026: 933 Vacancies Announced!

4 Feb

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Summary

UPSC announced 933 vacancies for Civil Services Examination 2026.
Applications are open online until February 24, 2026.
The exam includes Preliminary, Main, and Personality Test stages.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially launched the application process for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026, signalling approximately 933 available administrative positions. The Examination Notice was published on February 4, 2026, initiating the annual recruitment for key roles such as the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and Indian Police Service (IPS).

Interested candidates can submit their applications exclusively online through the UPSC portal, with the deadline set for February 24, 2026. The total vacancy count stands at around 933, including 33 reserved spots for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) and applying standard reservations for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories. Prospective applicants are advised to prepare scanned photographs and signatures as per specifications and to complete registration well before the deadline to avoid technical hitches.