UPSC 2026 Registration Last Date: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released a notification for candidates to apply for the Civil Services Exam (CSE) 2026 and the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Exam 2026 on February 4, 2026. According to the notification, the registration window will close soon. The government has announced recruitment through a preliminary exam for vacancies in the Civil Services and the Indian Forest Service under the central agency. As per the official notification, through the CSE 2026, UPSC aims to recruit 933 vacancies.

The online application process began on February 4, 2026, and eligible candidates can apply through the official website, upsconline.nic.in. The last date for submission of application forms is February 24, 2026.

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UPSC Prelims 2026 Registration: Overview

The upsc notification 2026 application process will begin along with the release of the official notification.

Event


Key Dates


Notification Release February 04, 2026
Application Start Date February 04, 2026
UPSC last date to apply 2026 February 24, 2026 By 6 PM
Correction Window To Be Announced
Prelims Exam Date May 24, 2026 
Mains Exam Date August 21, 2026

Candidates must carefully note the UPSC application important dates to avoid missing any important stage of the process.

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UPSC 2026 Apply Online: Registration Process

The steps to complete the application process are given below:

Step 1: Visit the official website upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in.

Step 2: Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic details such as name, date of birth, and contact information.

Step 3: Log in using the generated credentials.

Step 4: Fill in personal and educational details in Part 1 registration.

Step 5: Proceed to Part 2 registration and upload your photo, signature, and photo ID.

Step 6: Select an examination center and complete the declaration.

Step 7: Pay the application fee online.

Step 8: Submit the form and save the registration number.

UPSC Prelims 2026 Direct Link Here

Candidates should ensure that all information is correct before the UPSC form submission deadline.


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