UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 E-Admit Card
Union Public Service Commission has released the E-Admit Card for Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026. Candidates can download their hall ticket using Registration ID or Roll Number.
Important dates
| Application Begin | 14 Feb 2026 |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Release Date | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 18 Sept 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 05 Mar 2026 |
| Exam Date | 18 Sept 2026 |
Eligibility & pay
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (CSE Prelims 2026 Qualified Candidates) |
|---|---|
| Job location | All India |
Notification details
UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026: Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the E-Admit Card for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026. Candidates who successfully qualified in the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 and filled out the Detailed Application Form (DAF-I) are eligible to download their hall tickets. The recruitment drive aims to fill 1,056 vacancies across various prestigious administrative services including IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and other Group 'A' and Group 'B' central services.
Important Dates
| Event / Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date (Prelims) | 14/02/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online (Prelims) | 05/03/2026 |
| E-Admit Card Release Date (Mains) | 25/08/2026 |
| Civil Services (Main) Exam Date | 18/09/2026 |
Vacancy Details & Qualification
| Exam Name | Total Vacancies | Educational Qualification Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 | 1056 | Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute and must have qualified the UPSC CSE Preliminary Examination 2026. |
Age Limit (as on 01/08/2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Age Relaxation: Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable as per Government of India guidelines:
- OBC Candidates: Up to 3 years
- SC / ST Candidates: Up to 5 years
- PwBD Candidates: Up to 10 years
Application Fee Details
- General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates: ₹200/- (Paid at DAF-I submission stage)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates: Exempted (Nil)
- Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.
Selection Process
The UPSC Civil Services Selection Procedure comprises three sequential stages. Candidates must clear each stage to qualify for final selection:
- Stage 1: Preliminary Examination – Objective type screening test (Completed).
- Stage 2: Main Examination – Written descriptive examination consisting of 9 papers (Current Stage).
- Stage 3: Personality Test / Interview – Comprehensive interview assessing personal suitability for public service.
How to Download UPSC CSE Mains 2026 E-Admit Card
Candidates can follow the step-by-step process outlined below to download their admit card from the official website:
- Visit the official UPSC portal at
upsc.gov.inorupsconline.nic.in. - Navigate to the "E-Admit Cards for Various Examinations of UPSC" link on the homepage.
- Select "Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026".
- Read the essential instructions carefully and proceed to the login page.
- Choose your login option: via Registration ID (RID) or Roll Number.
- Enter your Registration ID / Roll Number, Date of Birth, and the displayed Captcha code.
- Click on the Submit button. Your UPSC CSE Mains E-Admit Card will appear on the screen.
- Download the PDF and print a clear hard copy to bring to the examination venue along with a valid photo ID proof.
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