UPSC Civil Services (IAS/IFS) Admit Card Update 2026
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued an update for the Civil Services IAS and IFS 2026 cycle on the admit card page. The post indicates that the admit card is expected in May 2026 (3rd week), and the examination is scheduled for 24-05-2026.
For this recruitment cycle, applications were accepted in online mode from 04-02-2026 to 27-02-2026 (as listed in the detailed date table), with correction window from 28-02-2026 to 03-03-2026. The notification mentions a total of 1013 posts under Advt. No. 05/2026 & 06/2026.
Candidates should verify eligibility, age criteria, and official instructions through the notification PDFs and UPSC portal links provided below before taking further steps such as correction, admit card download, and exam preparation.
Application Start
Wed, 04 Feb 2026
Last Date To Apply
Fri, 27 Feb 2026
Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Post Name | Civil Service IAS & IFS |
Advt No. | 05/2026 & 06/2026 |
Total Vacancy | 1013 |
Application Mode | Online |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
Apply Online Start Date | 2026-02-04 |
Apply Online Last Date | 2026-02-27 |
Last Date to Pay Fees | 2026-02-27 |
Correction Window | 2026-02-28 to 2026-03-03 |
Admit Card Release | 3rd Week of May 2026 |
Exam Date | 2026-05-24 |
Result Declaration | As per schedule |
Application Fee
Age Limit
Vacancy and Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
Civil Services – Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 933 | Graduation degree in any stream from any recognized university. For full details, read the official notification. |
Officers Grade B DEPR | 10 | Graduation degree with one of the subjects: Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent. For full details, read the official notification. |
How to Apply
- Apply within the given window: 04-02-2026 to 27-02-2026.
- Read the UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS 2026 notification before submitting the form.
- Keep all required documents ready: eligibility records, ID proof, address details, and basic personal details.
- Prepare scanned copies of photo, signature, and ID proof.
- Verify all form fields carefully in preview before final submission.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exam date for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS 2026?
The exam date mentioned in this update is 24-05-2026.
When is the UPSC IAS/IFS 2026 admit card expected?
The post indicates admit card availability in the 3rd week of May 2026.
What were the application dates for this recruitment?
Online application started on 04-02-2026 and the last date listed in the detailed schedule is 27-02-2026.
How much is the application fee?
Fee is Rs. 100/- for General/OBC/EWS, while SC/ST/PH candidates have Rs. 0/- fee.
What is the age limit for UPSC Civil Services 2026?
As on 01-08-2026, minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 32 years. Relaxation applies as per rules.
Where can I access the official notifications?
Both IAS and IFS notification PDFs (English/Hindi) are provided in the Important Links section, along with the UPSC official website.