UPSC Recruitment 2026: IAS & IFS Notification Out for 933 Vacancies – Apply Online

UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply online for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Recruitment 2026. Check notification details, 933 vacancies, eligibility, age limit, application fee, important dates, syllabus overview, and selection process.

UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Recruitment 2026 – Complete Details

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Civil Services Examination (CSE) & Indian Forest Service (IFS) Prelims Recruitment Notification 2026 on its official website. This recruitment drive is conducted for a total of 933 posts for prestigious services like Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS).

UPSC Civil Services Examination is considered one of the most competitive and prestigious exams in India for candidates aspiring to become top civil servants. The UPSC CSE 2026 Online Application Form has started from 04 February 2026, and eligible candidates can apply online till 24 February 2026. Candidates must carefully check the eligibility criteria, important dates, and selection process before submitting the application form.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee Details

The application fee is different for various categories. Reserved categories and female candidates are exempted from paying the application fee, as per UPSC rules. The fee can be paid only through online modes.

Payment Mode (Online):

• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• Internet Banking
• IMPS
• Mobile Wallet

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)

Candidates should check the age criteria carefully before applying.

• Candidate must be born not earlier than 02 August 1994 and not later than 01 August 2005
• Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC Civil Services Examination Rules 2026

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

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UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for IAS must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. For IFS, candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in specified science-related subjects as prescribed by UPSC.

For Indian Administrative Service (IAS)

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India.

For Indian Forest Service (IFS)

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following subjects:
  • Agriculture
  • Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
  • Botany
  • Chemistry
  • Geology
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Statistics
  • Zoology
  • Or equivalent qualification

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Main Examination
3. Interview / Personality Test

Final selection will be based on marks obtained in Mains Examination and Interview.

How to Apply Online for UPSC IAS/IFS Pre 2026

• Visit the official UPSC website or use the direct apply link.
• Complete the online registration process.
• Fill in all required personal, educational, and examination details.
• Upload necessary documents and photographs.
• Pay the application fee (if applicable).
• Submit the application form before 24 February 2026.
• Take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.

Note- Note: Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification carefully before filling the form, especially regarding age limit, eligibility, and important dates.

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