Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 Preliminary Result and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Preliminary Result 2026. Candidates who have qualified in the preliminary examination can now submit the Civil Services Mains Online Application Form from 19 June 2026 to 29 June 2026.
Candidates preparing for civil services examinations can also explore the latest UPSC Jobs updates available on our website.
UPSC IAS / IFS Result 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 |
| Forest Service Exam | IFS 2026 |
| Result Status | Released |
| Prelims Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| IAS Pre Result Date | 15 June 2026 |
| IFS Result Date | 17 June 2026 |
| Civil Services Mains Form | 19 June to 29 June 2026 |
| Mains Exam | As Per Schedule |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 04/02/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27/02/2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 24/05/2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 15/05/2026 |
| IAS Pre Result Released | 15/06/2026 |
| IFS Result Released | 17/06/2026 |
| Civil Services Mains Form Start | 19/06/2026 |
| Civil Services Mains Form Last Date | 29/06/2026 (06 PM) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0 |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0 |
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 32 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC Civil Services Examination Rules 2026.
Vacancy Details
| Examination | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Services Examination (IAS, IPS, IFS & Other Services) | 933 |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 80 |
| Total | 1013 Posts |
Educational Qualification
Civil Services Examination (CSE)
- Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university in India.
Indian Forest Service (IFS)
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with at least one of the following subjects:
- Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
- Agriculture
- Equivalent Subject
Major Services Under UPSC Civil Services Examination
Selected candidates may be appointed to various prestigious services, including:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS)
- Indian Audit & Accounts Service
- Indian Railway Traffic Service
- Indian Postal Service
- Indian Corporate Law Service
- Indian Information Service
- Indian Defence Accounts Service
- Indian Civil Accounts Service
- Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service
and several other Central Government Group A and Group B services.
Candidates interested in central government recruitment can also check the latest Latest Jobs section on our portal.
UPSC IAS / IFS Result 2026
The UPSC has declared the Preliminary Examination results. Candidates who have qualified in the prelims examination are eligible to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.
Result Release Dates
| Result Type | Date |
|---|---|
| IAS Civil Services Pre Result | 15 June 2026 |
| IFS Pre Result | 17 June 2026 |
Civil Services Mains Online Form 2026
Qualified Civil Services candidates must complete the Detailed Application Form (DAF) / Mains Online Form within the prescribed dates.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Mains Form Start | 19 June 2026 |
| Mains Form Last Date | 29 June 2026 (06 PM) |
Candidates are advised not to wait until the final date and should complete the application process as early as possible.
Selection Process
The UPSC Civil Services and Forest Services recruitment process includes:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Personality Test / Interview
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
Candidates can regularly visit our Admit Card section for future examination updates.
Documents Required for Mains Form
- Educational Certificates
- Identity Proof
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Communication Details
- Other documents required by UPSC
How to Fill UPSC IAS / IFS Mains Form
- Visit the official UPSC portal.
- Login using registered credentials.
- Open the Civil Services Mains Application Form.
- Fill all required details carefully.
- Upload supporting documents.
- Verify all information.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the final submitted form.
Important Instructions
- Check your result before filling the Mains Form.
- Complete the application before 29 June 2026.
- Keep all required documents ready.
- Verify details carefully before final submission.
- Preserve a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Candidates can also keep checking our Results, Syllabus, and Government Job Updates sections for the latest UPSC notifications.
Important Links
| Important Links | Status |
|---|---|
| Download Civil Services IAS Pre Result | Click Here |
| Download Forest Service IFS Pre Result | Roll Wise | Name Wise |
| Download Result IAS Name Wise | Click Here |
| Civil Services Mains Online Form | Click Here |
| Download Mains Examination Notice | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| For Correction / Edit Form | Click Here |
| Apply Online Through OTR | Registration | Login |
| Download Civil Services IAS Notification | English | Hindi |
| Download Forest Services IFS Notification | English | Hindi |
| UPSC Official Website | UPSC Official Website |
FAQs
Has UPSC IAS Result 2026 been released?
Yes, the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Result 2026 was released on 15 June 2026.
When was the IFS Result 2026 released?
The UPSC IFS Preliminary Result 2026 was released on 17 June 2026.
What is the last date to fill the UPSC Civil Services Mains Form 2026?
Candidates can submit the Mains Online Form up to 29 June 2026 (06 PM).
How many vacancies are available in UPSC Civil Services and IFS 2026?
A total of 1013 vacancies have been announced, including 933 Civil Services posts and 80 Indian Forest Service posts.
What is the minimum educational qualification?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university. Additional subject requirements apply for IFS candidates.