UPSC CDS 2026
Union Public Service Commission
Center Govt. Exams
UPSC Civil Services Examination
Premier examination for recruitment to IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS and other Group A services.
22 Jan–11 Feb 2026Application Dates
OfflineExam Mode
GraduateEligibility
3 StagesSelection
21–32 YearsAge
Overview
UPSC CSE is one of India’s most prestigious competitive examinations, conducted annually to recruit civil-services officers.
Exam Pattern
Preliminary examination, Main written examination and Personality Test.
Syllabus
General Studies, CSAT, Essay, Optional Subjects and Personality Test.
Result Cutoff
The cutoff changes each year based on vacancies, difficulty and candidate performance.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | 24 May 2026 |
| Main Examination | August 2026 |
