UPSC declares CSE Prelims 2026 results; 13,343 qualify for Civil Services Main

UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has opened the application window for candidates who have qualified for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026. Aspirants who cleared the Preliminary Examination can now complete the Detailed Application Form (DAF) process through the UPSC online portal.Official notificationAccording to the Commission, candidates must update or reconfirm their details and submit the application form within the prescribed deadline to be eligible for the next stage of the examination process.The Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 is scheduled to begin on August 21, 2026.Direct link to applyUPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: DAF submission mandatory for qualified candidatesIn an official notice, the Commission has clarified that candidates who fail to submit the Detailed Application Form within the stipulated period will not be allowed to participate in the Main Examination.The e-Admit Card for the examination will be generated only after the successful submission of the application form.UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: Important DatesApplication window opens: June 19, 2026Last date to submit DAF: June 29, 2026 (up to 6:00 PM)UPSC Civil Services Main Examination begins: August 21, 2026UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: Application FeeGeneral/OBC/EWS candidates: ₹200Female candidates: ExemptedSC candidates: ExemptedST candidates: ExemptedPwBD candidates: ExemptedUPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: Steps to applyCandidates can complete the application process by following these steps:Step 1: Visit the official UPSC online portal.Step 2: Log in using your registration credentials.Step 3: Verify personal, educational and communication details.Step 4: Update category and reservation-related information, wherever applicable.Step 5: Fill in cadre and service preferences carefully.Step 6: Enter details related to a scribe or assistive devices, if required.Step 7: Pay the examination fee of ₹200, if applicable.Step 8: Review all entered information thoroughly.Step 9: Submit the Detailed Application Form.Step 10: Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.Step 11: Check the UPSC website regularly for the release of e-Admit Cards.Direct link to applyUPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: Main examination to consist of nine papersThe Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 will be conducted in a written format and will comprise nine papers.Of these, two papers are qualifying in nature and candidates must secure the minimum marks prescribed by UPSC. The marks obtained in these papers are not counted for merit ranking.Qualifying papersPaper A: Indian Language – 300 marksPaper B: English – 300 marksPapers counted for meritThe final merit in the written examination will be prepared on the basis of seven papers carrying a total of 1,750 marks.Merit papersEssay – 250 marksGeneral Studies Paper I – 250 marksGeneral Studies Paper II – 250 marksGeneral Studies Paper III – 250 marksGeneral Studies Paper IV – 250 marksOptional Subject Paper I – 250 marksOptional Subject Paper II – 250 marksTotal marks for written examination: 1,750Personality test carries 275 marksCandidates who qualify the written examination will be called for the Personality Test, commonly known as the Interview.Personality Test (Interview): 275 marksThe final merit list for selection to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS) and other Group A and Group B services will be prepared based on the combined marks obtained in the written examination and the Personality Test.UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: Candidates advised not to miss deadlineUPSC has advised all qualified candidates to complete the DAF process well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Since submission of the application form is mandatory for issuance of the e-Admit Card, candidates who fail to complete the process by June 29, 2026, will not be permitted to appear in the Civil Services (Main) Examination.

UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 Result: The Commission clarified that the candidature of all shortlisted candidates is provisional. Their eligibility will remain subject to fulfilling all requirements as per the examination rules.

UPSC has announced the results for the Civil Services Preliminary and Indian Forest Service Main Exams held on May 24, 2026.

UPSC has released the Civil Services Prelims 2026 result in PDF format, allowing candidates to download the roll number list and check their qualification status for the Mains examination. A total of 13,343 candidates have cleared the Preliminary stage against 1,016 vacancies. Qualified candidates must complete mandatory online formalities between June 19 and June 28, 2026. The Civil Services Main Examination will begin on August 21, 2026, marking the next stage of selection.

The UPSC has declared the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 results, with 13,343 candidates qualifying for the Main Examination against 1,016 vacancies. Shortlisted candidates must complete mandatory online formalities, including fee payment and cadre preference submission, between June 19 and June 28. The Civil Services Main Examination will begin on August 21, 2026. UPSC has also clarified that cut-off marks, answer keys and candidates' scores will be released only after the entire examination cycle concludes.

The UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 results reveal a notable trend: fewer candidates have been shortlisted for both the Civil Services and Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Main examinations compared to last year. While 13,343 candidates qualified for the Civil Services Mains against 1,016 vacancies, only 1,046 cleared the screening stage for IFoS Mains against 80 vacancies. The decline highlights a tighter selection process and intensifying competition in India's premier recruitment examinations.