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UPSC will close CSE and IFS 2026 registration tomorrow at 6 pm. Candidates can apply online at upsconline.nic.in.
UPSC CSE, IFS 2026 registration will close tomorrow at 6 pm on upsconline.nic.in. (File Photo)
UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 Registration: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will close the application window for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 and the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination tomorrow at 6 pm. Candidates can apply on the official websites upsc.gov.in and upsconline.nic.in.
The notification for both examinations was released on February 4, 2026, and the registration process started the same day.
According to the notification, the Civil Services Examination 2026 will be conducted to fill 933 vacancies under the Central Government. Recruitment to both CSE and IFS will be done through a common preliminary examination.
The preliminary examination is scheduled to be held on May 24, 2026. Candidates who clear this stage will be eligible to appear for the Main examination, which will begin on August 21, 2026.
UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 Registration: How To Apply?
Candidates can follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the official website at upsconline.nic.in.
Step 2: Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
Step 3: Log in and select the CSE 2026 or IFS 2026 application link.
Step 4: Fill personal, academic and contact details.
Step 5: Upload photograph, signature and required documents.
Step 6: Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
Step 7: Review and submit the form.
Step 8: Download the confirmation page for future reference.
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Candidates belonging to General, OBC and EWS categories have to pay an application fee of Rs 100. Candidates from SC, ST and female categories are also required to pay Rs 100, while persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) are exempted from paying the fee. The payment must be made online.
To apply, candidates must hold a graduate degree from a recognised university. The age limit is 21 to 32 years, with relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms.
The selection process includes the Preliminary examination, Main examination, Interview, Document verification and Medical examination.
UPSC will release e-admit cards on the last working day of the week preceding the exam. Candidates who change their scribe seven days before the exam will receive the admit card three days prior to the examination date. Admit cards will be available only on the official website.
February 23, 2026, 16:39 IST
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