About Union Public Service Commission Recruitment 2026
Union Public Service Commission has officially announced the recruitment process for UPSC Examination Calendar 2026. Selected candidates will be posted across All India.
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Candidates are advised to carefully review the full notification details, eligibility criteria, and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Important Dates
| Annual Calendar Release Date | 15/05/2025 |
| Combined Geo Scientist Prelims Notification Date | 03/09/2025 |
| Combined Geo Scientist Prelims Last Date | 23/09/2025 |
| Combined Geo Scientist Prelims Exam Date | 08/02/2026 |
| Engineering Services Prelims Notification Date | 17/09/2025 |
| Engineering Services Prelims Last Date | 07/10/2025 |
| Engineering Services Prelims Exam Date | 08/02/2026 |
| Cds I Exam Notification Date | 10/12/2025 |
| Cds I Exam Last Date | 30/12/2025 |
| Cds I Exam Date | 12/04/2026 |
| Nda Na I Exam Notification Date | 10/12/2025 |
| Nda Na I Exam Last Date | 30/12/2025 |
| Nda Na I Exam Date | 12/04/2026 |
| Civil Services Ias Pre Notification Date | 14/01/2026 |
| Civil Services Ias Pre Last Date | 03/02/2026 |
| Civil Services Ias Pre Exam Date | 24/05/2026 |
| Forest Service Ifs Pre Notification Date | 14/01/2026 |
| Forest Service Ifs Pre Last Date | 03/02/2026 |
| Forest Service Ifs Pre Exam Date | 24/05/2026 |
| Ies Iss Exam Notification Date | 11/02/2026 |
| Ies Iss Exam Last Date | 03/03/2026 |
| Ies Iss Exam Date | 19/06/2026 |
| Central Armed Police Forces Cpf Exam Notification Date | 18/02/2026 |
| Central Armed Police Forces Cpf Exam Last Date | 10/03/2026 |
| Central Armed Police Forces Cpf Exam Date | 19/07/2026 |
| Combined Medical Cms Notification Date | 11/03/2026 |
| Combined Medical Cms Last Date | 31/03/2026 |
| Combined Medical Cms Exam Date | 02/08/2026 |
| Cds Ii Exam Notification Date | 20/05/2026 |
| Cds Ii Exam Last Date | 09/06/2026 |
| Cds Ii Exam Date | 13/09/2026 |
| Nda Na Ii Exam Notification Date | 20/05/2026 |
| Nda Na Ii Exam Last Date | 09/06/2026 |
| Nda Na Ii Exam Date | 13/09/2026 |
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Union Public Service Commission â https://www.upsc.gov.in.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for UPSC Examination Calendar 2026.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When was the UPSC Examination Calendar 2026 released?
The UPSC Examination Calendar 2026 was released on 15 May 2025.
Which exams are included in the UPSC Examination Calendar 2026?
The calendar includes IAS, IFS, CPF, NDA, CDS, CMS, IES, ISS, Geologist, and other UPSC exams.
How can I apply for UPSC exams in 2026?
Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the UPSC website before applying for any exam.
What is the last date to apply for the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2026?
The last date to apply for the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2026 is 23 September 2025.
When will the UPSC Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 be held?
The UPSC Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 will be held on 8 February 2026.
What is the exam date for UPSC CDS I Exam 2026?
The exam date for UPSC CDS I Exam 2026 is 12 April 2026.
When will the UPSC Civil Services IAS Prelims 2026 notification be released?
The UPSC Civil Services IAS Prelims 2026 notification will be released on 14 January 2026.
What is the last date to apply for the UPSC Civil Services IAS Prelims 2026?
The last date to apply for the UPSC Civil Services IAS Prelims 2026 is 3 February 2026.
When will the UPSC Civil Services IAS Prelims 2026 exam be conducted?
The UPSC Civil Services IAS Prelims 2026 exam will be conducted on 24 May 2026.
What is the exam date for UPSC NDA & NA I Exam 2026?
The exam date for UPSC NDA & NA I Exam 2026 is 12 April 2026.
When will the UPSC IES/ISS Exam 2026 be held?
The UPSC IES/ISS Exam 2026 will be held on 19 June 2026.
What is the last date to apply for the UPSC Central Armed Police Forces (CPF) Examination 2026?
The last date to apply for the UPSC Central Armed Police Forces (CPF) Examination 2026 is 10 March 2026.
When will the UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) 2026 exam be conducted?
The UPSC Combined Medical Services (CMS) 2026 exam will be conducted on 2 August 2026.
What is the exam date for UPSC CDS II Exam 2026?
The exam date for UPSC CDS II Exam 2026 is 13 September 2026.
When will the UPSC NDA/NA II Exam 2026 be held?
The UPSC NDA/NA II Exam 2026 will be held on 13 September 2026.