UPSC Civil Services IAS / IFS Pre Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
Post Date: 04 February 2026 | Time: 04:44 PM
Author: Khushi Pandey / Gambhir Jha
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for
UPSC Civil Services IAS / IFS Pre Recruitment 2026 for a total of
933 vacancies.
Candidates aspiring to become IAS or IFS officers can apply online from
04 February 2026 to
24 February 2026.
Advt. No: 05/2026
UPSC Civil Services & Forest Service Examination 2026
UPSC Civil Services & Forest Service Examination 2026
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Apply Start | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date Apply Online | 24 February 2026 |
| Last Date Fee Payment | 24 February 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0/- |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Wallet
🎯 Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 32 Years |
| Date of Birth | 02 Aug 1994 – 01 Aug 2005 |
Age relaxation applicable as per UPSC rules.
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📊 Total Vacancy – 933 Posts
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 933 |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | Included |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- IAS: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- IFS: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Engineering, Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Zoology, Mathematics or equivalent.
📝 Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
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📌 How To Apply UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Online Form 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Click on Apply Online link.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR).
- Fill application form carefully.
- Pay application fee (if applicable).
- Submit and take printout.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When did the application start?
A. 04 February 2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply?
A. 24 February 2026.
Q. What is the age limit?
A. 21–32 Years as on 01 August 2026.
Q. Official Website?
A. https://upsc.gov.in
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