Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Pre Admit Card for the Civil Services and Forest Service IAS/IFS Examination 2026. The exam is scheduled for 24 May 2026. The application process began on 04 February 2026 and ended on 27 February 2026. A total of 933 vacancies are available for IAS positions. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official UPSC website.
Important Dates
Start Date
04-02-2026
Last Date
27-02-2026
Exam Date
24-05-2026
Admit Card
15-05-2026
Age Limit Details
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 21 Years, Maximum Age: 32 Years
Age as on
01-08-2026
Application Fee Details
General, OBC, EWS
₹100
SC / ST
PH Candidates
All Female Category
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancy
933
Indian Administrative Services (IAS)
933
Eligibility Criteria
Indian Administrative Service (IAS): Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India
Indian Forest Service (IFS): Bachelor’s degree in subjects like Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent qualifications
Indian Forest Service (IFS): Bachelor’s degree in subjects like Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent qualifications
How to Apply
Visit the official UPSC website, go to the 'Admit Cards' section, click on the 'Civil Services (IAS) / IFS Preliminary Admit Card 2026' link, and follow the instructions to download the admit card using your Registration ID or Roll Number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will the UPSC IAS/IFS Pre Admit Card 2026 be released?
A: The admit card is released before the examination.
A: The admit card is released before the examination.
Q: Where can I download the UPSC IAS/IFS Pre Admit Card 2026?
A: You can download it from the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
A: You can download it from the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
Q: Is it mandatory to carry the admit card to the exam?
A: Yes, the admit card is compulsory for entry into the examination hall.
A: Yes, the admit card is compulsory for entry into the examination hall.
Q: What should I do if there is an error in my admit card?
A: Immediately contact the UPSC authority/helpdesk for correction before the exam date.
A: Immediately contact the UPSC authority/helpdesk for correction before the exam date.
Q: What is the official website for UPSC?
A: The official website for UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/
A: The official website for UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/