UPSC calendar 2026 released: Check IAS, IPS, IFS exam dates, notification schedule at upsc.gov.in

UPSC Calendar 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Calendar 2026 on May 15, 2025. This exam schedule has covered key competitive exams including IAS, IPS, and IFS. According to the calendar, the Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE Prelims) will be held on May 24, 2026, followed by the Main Examination starting from August 21, 2026.

The official notification for UPSC CSE 2026 will be released on January 14, 2026, with the application window closing on February 3, 2026. Aspirants can access the full notification schedule and exam dates at upsc.gov.in to plan their preparation likewise.

Direct link to download UPSC Calendar 2026

Aspirants can download the official UPSC Calendar 2026 PDF directly from the UPSC website at this link:
https://upsc.gov.in/examinations/exam-calendar

UPSC exam dates 2026: Important highlights

The UPSC Calendar 2026 has been released early. This gives aspirants more time to plan their studies. It helps them stay on track with application deadlines and exam notifications. The calendar covers major exams like NDA, CDS, IFS, and Combined Geo-Scientist.

• UPSC Civil Services (Prelims) Exam Date: May 24, 2026
• UPSC Civil Services (Mains) Exam Date: August 21, 2026 (5 days)
• UPSC CSE 2026 Notification Release: January 14, 2026
• Last Date to Apply: February 3, 2026
• Other UPSC exams like NDA, CDS, Combined Geo-Scientist, and Engineering Services also have their schedules announced in the calendar.

How to download UPSC calendar 2026 PDF?

Candidates can easily download the official UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF from the official UPSC website (upsc.gov.in). The PDF contains detailed schedules for all UPSC exams in 2026, including notification dates, application deadlines, and exam dates for prelims and mains.

FAQs

Q. When will the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2026 be conducted?

Answer: The UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2026 is scheduled for May 24, 2026 (Sunday) as per the official UPSC Calendar 2026.

2. What is the date for the UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam 2026?

Answer: The UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam 2026 will start on August 21, 2026 (Friday) and will be held over five days.

3. When will the UPSC CSE 2026 notification be released?

Answer: The official notification for UPSC CSE 2026 will be released on January 14, 2026 on upsc.gov.in.

4. How can I download the UPSC Exam Calendar 2026?

Answer: The UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF can be downloaded from the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in under the 'Examinations' section.

5. Are the UPSC exam dates for 2026 final?

Answer: The dates mentioned in the UPSC Calendar 2026 are official. But they are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. Aspirants should regularly check the official UPSC website for any updates or changes.

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