UPSC Exam Calendar 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Annual Exam Calendar for the year 2026. This calendar includes the schedule for major examinations such as Civil Services (IAS), Indian Forest Service (IFS), NDA, CDS, Engineering Services, CAPF, CMS, and others. It provides candidates with important dates such as notification release, last date to apply, and exam commencement.
This advance notice will help aspirants plan and prepare their study schedule accordingly. UPSC has also mentioned that the dates are subject to change depending on administrative needs or unforeseen circumstances. Candidates are advised to keep visiting the official UPSC website regularly for updates.
UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 Overview
Released By
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Year Covered
2026
Type of Exams
Prelims, Mains, LDCE, RTs
Notification Mode
Online (PDF format)
Official Website
www.upsc.gov.in
UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 Exam Schedule
Name of Examination
Notification Date
Last Date to Apply
Exam Date
Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination
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10 Jan 2026 (Sat)
Reserved for UPSC Examination
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17 Jan 2026 (Sat)
Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Exam
03 Sep 2025
23 Sep 2025
08 Feb 2026 (Sun)
Engineering Services (Preliminary) Exam
17 Sep 2025
07 Oct 2025
08 Feb 2026 (Sun)
CBI (DSP) LDCE
24 Dec 2025
13 Jan 2026
28 Feb 2026 (Sat)
CISF AC (EXE) LDCE
03 Dec 2025
23 Dec 2025
08 Mar 2026 (Sun)
NDA & NA Examination (I)
10 Dec 2025
30 Dec 2025
12 Apr 2026 (Sun)
CDS Examination (I)
10 Dec 2025
30 Dec 2025
12 Apr 2026 (Sun)
Civil Services (Preliminary) Exam (IAS)
14 Jan 2026
03 Feb 2026
24 May 2026 (Sun)
Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) through CS(P) Exam
