UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Recruitment 2026

UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Recruitment 2026

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the notification on its official portal regarding the recruitment of Civil Services and the Forest Service IAS/IFS Examination 2026. This selection drive is for 933 vacancies. The UPSC application form commenced on 04 February 2026, & applicants may apply until the 24 February 2026. The minimum age required is 21 years & the maximum age is 32 years as of 01 August 2026. Candidates should review the complete information for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Recruitment 2026 provided below here officially. (Advt. No. 05/2026)

UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Recruitment 2026

UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Recruitment 2026 : Short Details

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• Apply Online last Date: 24 February 2026
• Apply Online Start Date: 04 February 2026
• Last Date For Fee Payment: 24 February 2026
• Exam Date: 24 May 2026
• Admit Card: Before Exam
• Result Date: Will Be Updated Here Soon
  • Candidates are advised to confirm from the UPSC official website.

• All Candidates: Rs. 100/-
• SC / ST : ₹ 0/-
• PH Candidates: ₹ 0/-
• All Female Category: ₹ 0/-
• Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods:
• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• Internet Banking
• IMPS
• Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Recruitment 2026: Age Limits As Of 01 August 2025. 

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 32 Years (UR Male)

• The candidate must have a date of birth between 2 August 1994 and 1 August 2005, both dates inclusive.

• Candidates must have passed Class 10 with mathematics and English and must know the local language. Check the official notification for details.

• Pre-examination
• Mains Examination
• Interview

• Indian Administrative Service (IAS): Applicants holding a bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognised Indian university are eligible to appear for this exam.
• Indian Forest Service (IFS): Candidates who have completed a bachelor’s degree in subjects such as agriculture, animal husbandry, veterinary science, botany, chemistry, geology, mathematics, physics, statistics, zoology, or any equivalent qualification are eligible to apply.
• Before submitting the application form, candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification for complete and accurate details.

 How To Fill UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Recruitment 2026

• Interested candidates who want to apply for the UPSC posts can submit their applications online on or before 24 February 2026.
• Applicants can use the Click Here link given below in the Important Links section to apply directly.
• Alternatively, candidates may visit the official UPSC website to complete the online application process.
• Ensure that the application is successfully submitted before the closing date, 24 February 2026.

Q. When will the online application for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre-Recruitment 2026 begin?

A. The online application process started on 04 February 2026.

Q. What is the last date to apply for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre-Recruitment 2026?

A. The final date to submit the online application is 24 February 2026.

Q. What is the age limit for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre-Recruitment 2026?

A. The age limit is 21 to 32 years as of 01 August 2026.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre-Recruitment 2026?

A. Candidates must be graduates in the relevant discipline from a recognised university.

Q. What is the official website of UPSC?

A. The official website of UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/.