Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Recruitment 2026 notification on its official website. The recruitment is being conducted for 933 vacancies under Advt. No. 05/2026 for Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS).
The UPSC IAS/IFS Application Form 2026 has started from 04 February 2026, and eligible candidates can apply online till 24 February 2026. Candidates who are preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 must carefully read all eligibility conditions, age limits, and exam details before applying.
UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Examination 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Civil Services & Forest Service Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 933 Posts |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
Important Dates – UPSC IAS/IFS Pre Exam 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 04 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 24 February 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 24 February 2026
- UPSC Prelims Exam Date: 24 May 2026
- Admit Card Release: Before Examination
- Result Date: To Be Announced
Candidates are advised to verify dates from the official UPSC website.
UPSC Civil Services Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST | ₹0/- |
| PH Candidates | ₹0/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0/- |
Payment Mode (Online):
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Mobile Wallet
UPSC IAS/IFS Age Limit 2026 (As on 01 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Date of Birth Range:
- Not earlier than 02 August 1994
- Not later than 01 August 2005
Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC Civil Services Examination Rules 2026.
UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | Included in 933 |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | Included in 933 |
| Total Vacancies | 933 Posts |
UPSC Civil Services & Forest Service Eligibility Criteria 2026
Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India.
Indian Forest Service (IFS)
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following subjects:
Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Veterinary Science, or equivalent.
Applicants must read the official UPSC notification for detailed eligibility conditions.
How to Apply for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Online Form 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website
- Click on UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Pre Online Form 2026
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already done
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Ensure that the application is submitted before 24 February 2026.
UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
Final selection will be based on performance in all stages.
Important Links – UPSC IAS/IFS Recruitment 2026
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Official Notification (PDF): Click Here
- UPSC Official Website: https://upsc.gov.in/
UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. When did the UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS application start?
The online application started on 04 February 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UPSC IAS/IFS Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 24 February 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026?
The age limit is 21 to 32 years as on 01 August 2026.
Q4. What is the educational qualification for UPSC IAS/IFS?
Candidates must have a graduate degree from a recognized university.
Q5. What is the official website of UPSC?
The official website is https://upsc.gov.in/
